Port of Harlingen (NLHAR): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Harlingen (UN/LOCODE NLHAR) is a very small coastal (tide gates) harbor located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. It sits at 53.1833° N, 5.4167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth near 3.4 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. 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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Netherlands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Harlingen
Where is Port of Harlingen located?
Port of Harlingen is a seaport located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 53.1833° N, 5.4167° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Harlingen?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Harlingen is NLHAR — country code NL, location code HAR.
How deep is Port of Harlingen?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Harlingen has a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 3.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Harlingen?
Port of Harlingen reports a maximum beam of 21.5 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Harlingen require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Harlingen.
What type of harbor is Port of Harlingen?
Port of Harlingen is classified as a coastal (tide gates) harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Harlingen have?
Port of Harlingen is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Harlingen are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #31010), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →