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Port of Alphen aan den Rijn

NLAPN🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Alphen aan den Rijn

Also known as: Aar, Aarkanaal, De Aar, River Aar Nieuwe Canal, River Kromme Aar

This port is located on the Oude Rijn river in South Holland, Netherlands. It serves as a canal port, facilitating inland waterway transport.

Background
Alphen aan den Rijn is a city and municipality in the western Netherlands, in the province of South Holland. The city is situated on the banks of the river Oude Rijn, where the river Gouwe branches off. The municipality had a population of 112,587 in 2021, and covers an area of 132.50 km2 (51.16 sq mi) of which 6.27 km2 (2.42 sq mi) is water.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NL-ZH
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
52.1342°
Longitude
4.6639°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLAPN
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2760093 →
Wikidata
Q213246 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.alphenaandenrijn.nl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Alphen aan den Rijn?+
The approach to Alphen aan den Rijn is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zandvoort Watertoren Lighthouse at 15.1 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (19.2 NM NE), Brielle (23.2 NM SW), Enkhuizen (33.3 NM NNE), Watum (37.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Alphen aan den Rijn?+
The Port of Alphen aan den Rijn is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Alphen aan den Rijn?+
You can track vessels near Alphen aan den Rijn (NLAPN) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for NLAPN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Alphen aan den Rijn?+
The Port of Alphen aan den Rijn operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.