Port of Breskens

NLBRS🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Breskens

Breskens is a harbor located on the Westerschelde estuary in the Netherlands. It serves as a fishing port and handles various types of vessels, including fishing boats and ferries. The port offers pilotage and tug services.

Background
Breskens is a harbour town on the Westerschelde in the municipality of Sluis, Netherlands. Its population is 4,787, and it's 2.8 m above sea level.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31210 →
GeoNames ID
11102090 →
Wikidata
Q641390 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.dorpsraadbreskens.nl →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLBRS
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Antwerp Area
Latitude
51.3970°
Longitude
3.5680°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Breskens?

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The approach to Breskens is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 13.7 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Oostende Entrance Range Rear (14 NM W), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (14 NM WSW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (14.5 NM WSW), Verklikker (20.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Breskens?

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The Port of Breskens 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 Breskens?

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You can track vessels near Breskens (NLBRS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Breskens?

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The Port of Breskens is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLBRS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE NLBRS mean?

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The first two characters, NL, are the ISO country code for NL. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Breskens?

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The Port of Breskens 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.