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Port of Harlingen

NLHAR🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Harlingen

This harbor on the Wadden Sea serves as a gateway for the Frisian Islands. It is a fishing and ferry port, equipped with tugs and a medium-sized drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31010 →
GeoNames ID
11102203 →
Wikidata
Q2516113 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLHAR
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
Wadden Sea
Latitude
53.1833°
Longitude
5.4338°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Harlingen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Harlingen Range Rear Lighthouse at 1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Zeughoek (27.2 NM SSW), Blokzijl (33.7 NM SSE), Schokland Noordpunt (34 NM SSE), Enkhuizen (35.7 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 Harlingen?

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The Port of Harlingen 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 Harlingen?

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You can track vessels near Harlingen (NLHAR) 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 NLHAR on the live map.

Where is the Port of Harlingen?

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The Port of Harlingen is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLHAR — 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 NLHAR 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 Harlingen?

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The Port of Harlingen 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.