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Port of Culemborg

NLCUB🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Culemborg

Also known as: Houtensche Canal, Houtensche Wetering, Houtense Wetering

Culemborg is a canal port located in the Netherlands. It serves as a transshipment point for goods. The port is situated south of the Lek river.

Background
Culemborg is a municipality and a city in the centre of the Netherlands, in the province of Gelderland. The city had a population of 29,386 on 1 January 2022 and is situated just south of the Lek river. Direct train lines run from the railway station towards the cities of Utrecht and Den Bosch, via the near railway bridge.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2753554 →
Wikidata
Q816699 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.culemborg.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.9576°
Longitude
5.2252°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Culemborg?+
The approach to Culemborg is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Amsterdam Lighthouses Lighthouse at 26.1 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Watum (27.7 NM NNE), Zandvoort Watertoren (35.8 NM NW), Brielle (39.5 NM W), Enkhuizen (41 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Culemborg?+
The Port of Culemborg 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 Culemborg?+
You can track vessels near Culemborg (NLCUB) 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 NLCUB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Culemborg?+
The Port of Culemborg 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.