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Port of Nijezijl

NLNZJ🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Nijezijl

Nijezijl is a small canal-side port located in the Dutch province of Friesland. It features a marina serving recreational vessels.

Background
Nijezijl is een plaats in de gemeente Súdwest-Fryslân, in de Nederlandse provincie Friesland. Nijezijl ligt direct ten zuidwesten van de stad IJlst aan de Wijmerts aan de straten Nijesyl en het Sylspaed. Er is een jachthaven. Nijezijl wordt zowel een buurtschap als een dorp genoemd. Nijezijl heeft blauwe plaatsnaamborden, maar heeft geen eigen postcode en ligt in het postgebied van het dorp Oosthem.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-1m

Region

Subdivision
NL-FR
Latitude
53.0000°
Longitude
5.6167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2744457 →
Wikidata
Q2150029 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nijezijl?+
The approach to Nijezijl is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Harlingen Range Rear Lighthouse at 12.8 NM to the NW. Other aids include Blokzijl (20.9 NM SSE), Schokland Noordpunt (21.5 NM SSE), Zeughoek (22.8 NM SW), Enkhuizen (29.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Nijezijl?+
The Port of Nijezijl 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 Nijezijl?+
You can track vessels near Nijezijl (NLNZJ) 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 NLNZJ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nijezijl?+
The Port of Nijezijl 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.