Port of KUDELSTAART

NLKDS🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of KUDELSTAART

Kudelstaart is a canal-based port located in the Netherlands. It serves as a waterway access point within the municipality of Aalsmeer.

Background
Kudelstaart is a town in the Dutch province of North Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Aalsmeer, and lies about 10 km southeast of Hoofddorp.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-2m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2745309 →
Wikidata
Q1614087 →
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
52.2324°
Longitude
4.7453°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to KUDELSTAART is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zandvoort Watertoren Lighthouse at 11.6 NM to the NW. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (12.9 NM NE), Enkhuizen (26.7 NM NNE), Brielle (29.2 NM SW), Watum (32.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of KUDELSTAART?

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The Port of KUDELSTAART 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 KUDELSTAART?

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You can track vessels near KUDELSTAART (NLKDS) 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 KUDELSTAART?

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The Port of KUDELSTAART is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLKDS — 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 NLKDS 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 KUDELSTAART?

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The Port of KUDELSTAART 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.