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Port of Welsrijp

NLWRP🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Welsrijp

Welsrijp is a canal port located in the Dutch province of Friesland, situated along the Franekervaart. It serves as a local waterway access point.

Background
Welsrijp is een terpdorp in de gemeente Waadhoeke, in de Nederlandse provincie Friesland. Het dorp ligt tussen Franeker en Winsum aan de Franekervaart. Het dorp wordt gekarakteriseerd door de Ursulakerk, een bedehuis uit circa 1200. Sinds 1991 is de officiële naam van het dorp het Friestalige Wjelsryp.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-2m

Region

Subdivision
NL-FR
Latitude
53.1667°
Longitude
5.6000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6946220 →
Wikidata
Q2166578 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Welsrijp?+
The approach to Welsrijp is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Harlingen Range Rear Lighthouse at 6.9 NM to the W. Other aids include Zeughoek (29.4 NM SW), Blokzijl (30 NM SSE), Schokland Noordpunt (31.3 NM SSE), Enkhuizen (37.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Welsrijp?+
The Port of Welsrijp 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 Welsrijp?+
You can track vessels near Welsrijp (NLWRP) 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 NLWRP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Welsrijp?+
The Port of Welsrijp 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.