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Port of TIEL

NLTIE🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of TIEL

Also known as: Stieltjeskanaal, Stieltzes Kanaal

Tiel is a canal port situated in the central Netherlands. It serves as a transshipment point, primarily handling bulk cargo. The port is accessible to inland waterway vessels.

Background
Tiel is a municipality and a town in the middle of the Netherlands. The town is enclosed by the Waal river and the Linge river to the South and the North, and the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal to the East. Tiel comprises the population centres Kapel-Avezaath, Tiel and Wadenoijen. The city was founded in the 5th century CE.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
10m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2746708 →
Wikidata
Q73221 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tiel.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
51.8879°
Longitude
5.4425°

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 TIEL?+
The approach to TIEL is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Watum Lighthouse at 28.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (33.1 NM NNW), Zandvoort Watertoren (44.5 NM NW), Enkhuizen (46.8 NM NNW), Brielle (47.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of TIEL?+
The Port of TIEL 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 TIEL?+
You can track vessels near TIEL (NLTIE) 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 NLTIE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of TIEL?+
The Port of TIEL 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.