Port of Amsterdam (NLAMS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Amsterdam (UN/LOCODE NLAMS) is a large canal or lake harbor located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. It sits at 52.3667° N, 4.9000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Canal or Lake
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Netherlands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Amsterdam
Where is Port of Amsterdam located?
Port of Amsterdam is a seaport located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 52.3667° N, 4.9000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Amsterdam?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Amsterdam is NLAMS — country code NL, location code AMS.
How deep is Port of Amsterdam?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Amsterdam has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Amsterdam require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Amsterdam.
What type of harbor is Port of Amsterdam?
Port of Amsterdam is classified as a canal or lake harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Amsterdam have?
Port of Amsterdam is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Amsterdam are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #31060), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →