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Port of Hardinxveld-Giessendam

NLHXG🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Hardinxveld-Giessendam

Also known as: Kanaal van Steenenhoek

Located on the Beneden-Merwede river in South Holland, Netherlands, this port serves as a canal-based facility. It handles general cargo and is accessible to various inland waterway vessels.

Background
Hardinxveld-Giessendam is a municipality in the western Netherlands, in the province of South Holland. It is located about 10 km east of Dordrecht, on the river Beneden-Merwede. The municipality had a population of 18,413 in 2021 and covers an area of 19.35 km2 (7.47 sq mi) of which 2.44 km2 (0.94 sq mi) is water.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Region

Subdivision
NL-ZH
Latitude
51.8167°
Longitude
4.8333°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2746790 →
Wikidata
Q953012 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.hardinxveld-giessendam.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1957

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hardinxveld-Giessendam?+
The approach to Hardinxveld-Giessendam is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 25.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (34 NM N), Zandvoort Watertoren (35.1 NM NNW), Verklikker (42.3 NM W), Watum (43.3 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 Hardinxveld-Giessendam?+
The Port of Hardinxveld-Giessendam 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 Hardinxveld-Giessendam?+
You can track vessels near Hardinxveld-Giessendam (NLHXG) 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 NLHXG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hardinxveld-Giessendam?+
The Port of Hardinxveld-Giessendam 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.