Port of Ijmuiden (NLIJM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Ijmuiden (UN/LOCODE NLIJM) is a small coastal (tide gates) harbor located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. It sits at 52.4667° N, 4.5833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage 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 Ijmuiden
Where is Port of Ijmuiden located?
Port of Ijmuiden is a seaport located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 52.4667° N, 4.5833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Ijmuiden?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Ijmuiden is NLIJM — country code NL, location code IJM.
How deep is Port of Ijmuiden?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Ijmuiden has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Ijmuiden require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Ijmuiden.
What type of harbor is Port of Ijmuiden?
Port of Ijmuiden is classified as a coastal (tide gates) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Ijmuiden have?
Port of Ijmuiden is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Ijmuiden are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #31040), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →