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Port of Exmorrazijl

NLEXZ🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Exmorrazijl

Exmorrazijl is a canal-side settlement in Friesland, Netherlands, situated on the Makkumervaart. It developed around a lock (zijl) on this waterway.

Background
Exmorrazijl is een buurtschap in de gemeente Súdwest-Fryslân, in de Nederlandse provincie Friesland. Exmorrazijl ligt ten noordwesten van Exmorra bij een brug over de Makkumervaart aan de gelijknamige weg. De buurtschap is ontstaan bij een schutsluis (zijl) in de Makkumervaart. In 1840 telde de buurtschap vijf woningen.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Region

Subdivision
NL-FR
Latitude
53.0667°
Longitude
5.4667°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2747456 →
Wikidata
Q3061993 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Exmorrazijl?+
The approach to Exmorrazijl is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Harlingen Range Rear Lighthouse at 6.7 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeughoek (21.8 NM SW), Schokland Noordpunt (27.1 NM SSE), Blokzijl (27.3 NM SE), Enkhuizen (29.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Exmorrazijl?+
The Port of Exmorrazijl 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 Exmorrazijl?+
You can track vessels near Exmorrazijl (NLEXZ) 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 NLEXZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Exmorrazijl?+
The Port of Exmorrazijl 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.