Port of Stieltjeskanaal

NLSKL🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Stieltjeskanaal

Also known as: Stieltjeskanaal, Stieltzes Kanaal

This canal serves as a waterway in the Dutch province of Drenthe. It facilitates inland navigation, connecting to the regional water network.

Background
Stieltjeskanaal is a canal and village in the Netherlands and it is part of the Coevorden municipality in Drenthe.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
10m

Region

Subdivision
NL-DR
Latitude
52.6833°
Longitude
6.8333°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2746708 →
Wikidata
Q663683 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Stieltjeskanaal is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Blokzijl Lighthouse at 33.1 NM to the W. Other aids include Schokland Noordpunt (38.4 NM W), Emshörn (43.3 NM NNE), Eemshaven Range Rear (46 NM N), Watum (48.6 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 Stieltjeskanaal?

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The Port of Stieltjeskanaal 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 Stieltjeskanaal?

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You can track vessels near Stieltjeskanaal (NLSKL) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Stieltjeskanaal?

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The Port of Stieltjeskanaal is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLSKL — 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 NLSKL 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 Stieltjeskanaal?

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The Port of Stieltjeskanaal 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.