Port of Delden

NLDEL🇳🇱Netherlands

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Port of Delden NLDEL

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About Port of Delden

Also known as: Twente Kanaal, Zijkanaal, Zijkanaal naar Almelo, Zijtak Twente Kanaal

Delden is a canal port located in the Overijssel province of the Netherlands. It serves as a waterway access point for the region.

Background
Delden is a city in the Dutch province of Overijssel and, since 2001, in the municipality of Hof van Twente. It received city rights in 1333. Twickel Castle is a famous landmark near Delden.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
13m

Region

Subdivision
NL-OV
Latitude
52.2667°
Longitude
6.7167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2743876 →
Wikidata
Q1007172 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Delden is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Blokzijl Lighthouse at 39.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Watum (40.6 NM W), Schokland Noordpunt (41.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Delden?

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The Port of Delden 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 Delden?

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You can track vessels near Delden (NLDEL) 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 Delden?

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The Port of Delden is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLDEL — 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 NLDEL 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 Delden?

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The Port of Delden 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.