Port of Delfzijl (NLDZL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Delfzijl (UN/LOCODE NLDZL) is a small coastal (tide gates) harbor located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. It sits at 53.3333° N, 6.9333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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
- Coastal (Tide Gates)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Netherlands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Delfzijl
Where is Port of Delfzijl located?
Port of Delfzijl is a seaport located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 53.3333° N, 6.9333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Delfzijl?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Delfzijl is NLDZL — country code NL, location code DZL.
How deep is Port of Delfzijl?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Delfzijl has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.
Does Port of Delfzijl require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Delfzijl.
What type of harbor is Port of Delfzijl?
Port of Delfzijl is classified as a coastal (tide gates) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Delfzijl have?
Port of Delfzijl is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Delfzijl are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #30990), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →