Port of Dordrecht

NLDOR🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Dordrecht

Also known as: Dordrecht

Dordrecht is a port in the Netherlands. It is a medium-sized harbor with good shelter. Pilotage is compulsory, and tugs are available.

Background
Dordrecht, historically known in English as Dordt or Dort, is a city and municipality in the Western Netherlands, located in the province of South Holland. It is the province's fifth-largest city after Rotterdam, The Hague, Leiden, and Zoetermeer, with a population of 123,000 (2025).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31150 →
GeoNames ID
13437423 →
Wikidata
Q26421 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
cms.dordrecht.nl →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLDOR
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Rotterdam Area
Latitude
51.8026°
Longitude
4.6864°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Dordrecht is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 20.3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Zandvoort Watertoren (34.6 NM N), Amsterdam Lighthouses (36.2 NM NNE), Verklikker (36.8 NM W), Watum (47.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Dordrecht?

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The Port of Dordrecht 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 Dordrecht?

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You can track vessels near Dordrecht (NLDOR) 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 Dordrecht?

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The Port of Dordrecht is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLDOR — 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 NLDOR 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 Dordrecht?

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The Port of Dordrecht 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.