Port of GRAVE

NLGAV🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of GRAVE

This canal port is located in the Netherlands, situated at the confluence of several waterways. It serves as a transshipment point for bulk cargo, primarily handling barges and smaller inland vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
16m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2750322 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.7585°
Longitude
5.7393°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to GRAVE is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Watum Lighthouse at 35.9 NM to the N. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (45.5 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 GRAVE?

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The Port of GRAVE 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 GRAVE?

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You can track vessels near GRAVE (NLGAV) 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 GRAVE?

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The Port of GRAVE is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLGAV — 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 NLGAV 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 GRAVE?

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The Port of GRAVE 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.