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Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN

NLBUW🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN

This canal port is located in the Netherlands on the Waal River. It serves as a local hub, handling general cargo and accommodating inland waterway vessels.

Background
Beneden-Leeuwen is een dorp in de Nederlandse provincie Gelderland, gelegen aan de rivier de Waal. In het lokale dialect wordt het Lauwe [ˈlɑu.wə] genoemd. Het dorp telt 7.105 inwoners (2023). In Beneden-Leeuwen bevindt zich het gemeentehuis van West Maas en Waal. Het is de grootste kern van de gemeente.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2751786 →
Wikidata
Q2240248 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.8854°
Longitude
5.5175°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN?+
The approach to BENEDEN LEEUWEN is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Watum Lighthouse at 28.2 NM to the N. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (34.6 NM NNW), Zandvoort Watertoren (46.8 NM NW), Schokland Noordpunt (47.3 NM NNE), Enkhuizen (47.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN?+
The Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN 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 BENEDEN LEEUWEN?+
You can track vessels near BENEDEN LEEUWEN (NLBUW) 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 NLBUW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN?+
The Port of BENEDEN LEEUWEN 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.