Port of Zaandam (NLZAA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Zaandam (UN/LOCODE NLZAA) is a small canal or lake harbor located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. It sits at 52.4333° N, 4.8333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 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
- Small
- 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 Zaandam
Where is Port of Zaandam located?
Port of Zaandam is a seaport located in Netherlands, on the North Sea. Its coordinates are 52.4333° N, 4.8333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Zaandam?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Zaandam is NLZAA — country code NL, location code ZAA.
How deep is Port of Zaandam?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Zaandam has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Zaandam require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Zaandam, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Zaandam?
Port of Zaandam is classified as a canal or lake harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Zaandam have?
Port of Zaandam is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Zaandam are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #31050), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →