Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug

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About Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug

Also known as: Kanaal Schagen-Kolhorn, Kanaal Stolpen-Schagen, Vaarweg Stolpen-Schagen

Sint Maartensvlotbrug is a canal port located in North Holland, Netherlands. It serves as a waterway connection within the region.

Background
Sint Maartensvlotbrug is a village in the Dutch province of North Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Schagen, and lies about 15 km northwest of Heerhugowaard.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-2m

Region

Subdivision
NL-NH
Latitude
52.7833°
Longitude
4.7167°

Nearby Vessels

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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2746667 →
Wikidata
Q2952601 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug?

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The approach to Sint Maartensvlotbrug is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeughoek Lighthouse at 14.4 NM to the E. Other aids include Enkhuizen (15.5 NM SE), Zandvoort Watertoren (25.8 NM SSW), Amsterdam Lighthouses (27 NM SSE), Harlingen Range Rear (34.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug?

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The Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug 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 Sint Maartensvlotbrug?

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You can track vessels near Sint Maartensvlotbrug (NLSMV) 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 Sint Maartensvlotbrug?

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The Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLSMV — 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 NLSMV 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 Sint Maartensvlotbrug?

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The Port of Sint Maartensvlotbrug 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.