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Port of Maarhuizen

NLMHU🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Maarhuizen

Maarhuizen is a canal port located in the Dutch province of Groningen. It is situated on a canal that connects to the Mensingeweersterloopdiep. The port facilitates local waterway traffic.

Background
Maarhuizen is een gehucht in de gemeente Het Hogeland in de Nederlandse provincie Groningen. Het ligt ten noordwesten van Winsum en ten noorden van het Mensingeweersterloopdiep. Over dit kanaal ligt de til (brug) Maarhuistertil en iets zuidelijker de voetgangersbrug Nieuwe Maarhuistertil. Het trekpad aan de overkant van het kanaal is onderdeel van het Pieterpad. Het Wad- en Wierdenpad loopt van het trekpad over de brug naar het noorden. Over de wierde liep tussen de boerderijen door lange tijd de provinciale weg tussen Winsum en Mensingeweer. Sinds het omleggen van deze weg in 2016 ligt Maarhuizen aan een doodlopende weg.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Region

Subdivision
NL-GR
Latitude
53.3500°
Longitude
6.5000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2750950 →
Wikidata
Q2622910 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Maarhuizen?+
The approach to Maarhuizen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Eemshaven Range Rear Lighthouse at 13.5 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Pegel Ley (22.6 NM ENE), Emshörn (25.6 NM E), Harlingen Range Rear (40.6 NM WSW), Blokzijl (43.9 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 Maarhuizen?+
The Port of Maarhuizen 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 Maarhuizen?+
You can track vessels near Maarhuizen (NLMHU) 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 NLMHU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Maarhuizen?+
The Port of Maarhuizen 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.