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Port of Oude Schouw

NLOHW🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Oude Schouw

Oude Schouw is a canal-side location in Friesland, Netherlands, situated on the Prinses Margrietkanaal. It serves as a bridge and crossing point within the canal system.

Background
Oude Schouw is een buurtschap en brug in de gemeenten Heerenveen en Leeuwarden, in de Nederlandse provincie Friesland. De plaats ligt tussen Akkrum en Irnsum bij het Prinses Margrietkanaal.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-2m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2750986 →
Wikidata
Q2869658 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NL-FR
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
53.0744°
Longitude
5.8016°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Oude Schouw?+
The approach to Oude Schouw is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Harlingen Range Rear Lighthouse at 15.3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Blokzijl (22.5 NM SSE), Schokland Noordpunt (25.1 NM S), Zeughoek (30.8 NM SW), Enkhuizen (37.7 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 Oude Schouw?+
The Port of Oude Schouw 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 Oude Schouw?+
You can track vessels near Oude Schouw (NLOHW) 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 NLOHW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Oude Schouw?+
The Port of Oude Schouw 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.