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Port of Europoort

NLEUR🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Europoort

Also known as: Eurapoort, Europoort, Europoort Rotterdam, Rotterdam Ferry Port, Rotterdam-Europoort, rotterudamu gang

Europoort is a major industrial port area within the Port of Rotterdam, situated at the mouth of the Rhine and Meuse rivers. It serves as a key gateway to Europe, handling significant volumes of container traffic. The port accommodates large vessel types and is equipped with extensive facilities.

Background
Europoort is an area of the Port of Rotterdam and the adjoining industrial area in the Netherlands. Being situated at Southside of the mouth of the rivers Rhine and Meuse with the hinterland consisting of the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium and partly France, Europoort is one of the world's busiest ports and considered a major entry to Europe. The port handled 12 million containers in 2015.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31085 →
GeoNames ID
2755989 →
Wikidata
Q1336552 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Latitude
51.9500°
Longitude
4.1167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Europoort?+
The approach to Europoort is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Verklikker (20.4 NM SW), Zandvoort Watertoren (29.3 NM NNE), Amsterdam Lighthouses (41.6 NM NE), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (49.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Europoort?+
The Port of Europoort 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 Europoort?+
You can track vessels near Europoort (NLEUR) 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 NLEUR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Europoort?+
The Port of Europoort 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.