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Port of Breukelen

NLRUK🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Breukelen

Breukelen is a canal port located in the Netherlands. It serves as a transit point along the river Vecht, connecting to the Loosdrechtse Plassen lake district.

Background
Breukelen is a town and former municipality in the Netherlands, in the province of Utrecht. It is situated to the northwest of Utrecht, along the river Vecht and close to the lakes of the Loosdrechtse Plassen, an area of natural and tourist interest. It is located in an area called the Vechtstreek.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2744962 →
Wikidata
Q615732 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.breukelen.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
52.1727°
Longitude
5.0144°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Breukelen?+
The approach to Breukelen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Amsterdam Lighthouses Lighthouse at 12 NM to the N. Other aids include Zandvoort Watertoren (21.5 NM WNW), Watum (24.7 NM ENE), Enkhuizen (27.7 NM N), Brielle (35.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Breukelen?+
The Port of Breukelen 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 Breukelen?+
You can track vessels near Breukelen (NLRUK) 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 NLRUK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Breukelen?+
The Port of Breukelen 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.