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Port of Slochteren

NLSLO🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Slochteren

Slochteren is a canal port located in the province of Groningen, Netherlands. It serves as a waterway for local traffic and potentially small vessels navigating the Dutch canal network.

Background
Slochteren is a village and former municipality with a population of 15,546 in the province of Groningen in the northeast of the Netherlands. On 1 January 2018, Slochteren merged with Hoogezand-Sappemeer and Menterwolde, forming the municipality Midden-Groningen.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-4m

Region

Subdivision
NL-GR
Latitude
53.2167°
Longitude
6.8000°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2745755 →
Wikidata
Q850211 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.slochteren.nl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Slochteren?+
The approach to Slochteren is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Eemshaven Range Rear Lighthouse at 14 NM to the N. Other aids include Emshörn (17.4 NM ENE), Pegel Ley (21.7 NM NNE), Blokzijl (44 NM SW), Schokland Noordpunt (50 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 Slochteren?+
The Port of Slochteren 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 Slochteren?+
You can track vessels near Slochteren (NLSLO) 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 NLSLO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Slochteren?+
The Port of Slochteren 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.