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Port of DEN HAAG

NLHAG🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of DEN HAAG

Also known as: Afvoerkanaal, Waterverversings Kanaal

This canal port, established in 1201, serves the Netherlands' capital region. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tug services.

Background
Den Haag is de gebruikelijke naam voor 's-Gravenhage, een gemeente en stad in Nederland. Het is de hoofdstad van de provincie Zuid-Holland en huisvest de regering en het parlement van Nederland. Met 569.076 inwoners is het de op twee na grootste gemeente van Nederland en onderdeel van de metropoolregio Rotterdam Den Haag met ruim 2,4 miljoen inwoners. In officiële documenten als identiteitsbewijzen wordt 's-Gravenhage gebruikt, maar de gemeente hanteert Den Haag voor alle andere doeleinden.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1201

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Rotterdam Area
Latitude
52.0734°
Longitude
4.3121°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31070 →
GeoNames ID
2759938 →
Wikidata
Q36600 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.denhaag.nl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of DEN HAAG?+
The approach to DEN HAAG is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 11.7 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Zandvoort Watertoren (19.4 NM NNE), Verklikker (30.7 NM SW), Amsterdam Lighthouses (31.4 NM NE), Enkhuizen (43.5 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 DEN HAAG?+
The Port of DEN HAAG 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 DEN HAAG?+
You can track vessels near DEN HAAG (NLHAG) 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 NLHAG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of DEN HAAG?+
The Port of DEN HAAG 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.