Port of Deest

NLDST🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Deest

Also known as: Indoorniksche Leigraaf, Indoorniksche Tochtsloot

This port is a canal-based facility located in the province of Gelderland, Netherlands. It serves as a transit point for vessels navigating the Dutch waterways.

Background
Deest is a village in the Dutch province of Gelderland. It is a part of the municipality of Druten, and lies about 9 km south of Wageningen.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2753320 →
Wikidata
Q2335535 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NL-GE
Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.8932°
Longitude
5.6662°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Deest is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Watum Lighthouse at 27.6 NM to the N. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (37.5 NM NW), Schokland Noordpunt (46 NM N), Enkhuizen (49.6 NM NNW), Blokzijl (49.7 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 Deest?

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The Port of Deest 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 Deest?

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You can track vessels near Deest (NLDST) 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 Deest?

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The Port of Deest is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLDST — 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 NLDST 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 Deest?

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The Port of Deest 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.