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Port of HEUSDEN

NLHES🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of HEUSDEN

Also known as: Heusdens Kanaal, Heusdensch Kanaal, Heusdensche Kanaal

This port is situated on the Heusden Canal, a waterway connecting the Afgedamde Maas and Bergse Maas rivers in the Netherlands. It facilitates shipping between these two branches of the Meuse.

Background
The Heusden Canal is a canal on the border of the Dutch provinces North Brabant and Gelderland, roughly between Wijk en Aalburg and Heusden. The canal connects the Afgedamde Maas and Bergse Maas and has a total length of approximately 2.3 km. The canal used to connect the city of Heusden to the main branch of the river Meuse. Later on, the original main branch was closed off and the river received a new, artificial mouth: the Bergse Maas. After that, the Heusden Canal was improved to maintain a shipping connection between the two Meuse branches.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2754131 →
Wikidata
Q2129916 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.7308°
Longitude
5.1410°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of HEUSDEN?+
The approach to HEUSDEN is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 37.8 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (38.8 NM N), Watum (41.2 NM NNE), Zandvoort Watertoren (44.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of HEUSDEN?+
The Port of HEUSDEN 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 HEUSDEN?+
You can track vessels near HEUSDEN (NLHES) 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 NLHES on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of HEUSDEN?+
The Port of HEUSDEN 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.