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Port of Nessersluis

NLNSU🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Nessersluis

Nessersluis is a canal lock and settlement in the Netherlands, located in the province of Utrecht. Situated where the (Oude) Waver river flows into the Amstel, it functions as a waterway passage.

Background
Nessersluis is een buurtschap van het dorp Waverveen in de gemeente De Ronde Venen, in de Nederlandse provincie Utrecht. Het is gelegen in het uiterste noordwesten van de gemeente, waar het riviertje de (Oude) Waver uitkomt in de Amstel. Het telt 90 inwoners (2004).

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Region

Subdivision
NL-UT
Latitude
52.2500°
Longitude
4.8667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2752919 →
Wikidata
Q1924687 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nessersluis?+
The approach to Nessersluis is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Amsterdam Lighthouses Lighthouse at 9.1 NM to the NE. Other aids include Zandvoort Watertoren (14.5 NM WNW), Enkhuizen (24.1 NM NNE), Watum (28.3 NM ENE), Zeughoek (32.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Nessersluis?+
The Port of Nessersluis 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 Nessersluis?+
You can track vessels near Nessersluis (NLNSU) 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 NLNSU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nessersluis?+
The Port of Nessersluis 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.