Port of Bergen op Zoom

NLBZM🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Bergen op Zoom

Bergen op Zoom is a harbor located in the southwestern Netherlands. It serves as a port for regional maritime activities.

Background
Bergen op Zoom is a city and municipality in southwestern Netherlands. It is located in the province of North Brabant, at the provincial border with Zeeland. In 2025, the municipality had a population of 70,216.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2746364 →
Wikidata
Q192508 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bergenopzoom.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NL-NB
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Antwerp Area
Latitude
51.4954°
Longitude
4.2694°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bergen op Zoom?

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The approach to Bergen op Zoom is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 24.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Verklikker (25.2 NM WNW), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (40.6 NM WSW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (40.9 NM W), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (40.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bergen op Zoom?

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The Port of Bergen op Zoom 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 Bergen op Zoom?

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You can track vessels near Bergen op Zoom (NLBZM) 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 Bergen op Zoom?

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The Port of Bergen op Zoom is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLBZM — 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 NLBZM 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 Bergen op Zoom?

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The Port of Bergen op Zoom 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.