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Port of Schermerhorn

NLSHO🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Schermerhorn

Schermerhorn is a canal port located in the Dutch province of North Holland. It serves as a waterway connection within the region.

Background
Schermerhorn is a village in the Dutch province of North Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Alkmaar, and lies about 9 km south of Heerhugowaard.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-3m

Region

Subdivision
NL-NH
Latitude
52.6000°
Longitude
4.8833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2747616 →
Wikidata
Q2202614 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Schermerhorn?

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The approach to Schermerhorn is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Enkhuizen Lighthouse at 6.9 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Zeughoek (13.4 NM NE), Amsterdam Lighthouses (14.5 NM SSE), Zandvoort Watertoren (19.1 NM SW), Watum (30.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Schermerhorn?

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The Port of Schermerhorn 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 Schermerhorn?

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You can track vessels near Schermerhorn (NLSHO) 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 NLSHO on the live map.

Where is the Port of Schermerhorn?

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The Port of Schermerhorn is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLSHO — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE NLSHO mean?

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The first two characters, NL, are the ISO country code for NL. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Schermerhorn?

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The Port of Schermerhorn 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.