AKERSLOOT

  • NLAKL
  • Latitude: 52.5648
  • Longitude: 4.74151
  • UK Coast & Atlantic
  • Port in Netherlands

Location: Netherlands

Akersloot is a village in the province of North Holland in the Netherlands. While Akersloot might not be classified as a major commercial maritime port like Rotterdam or Amsterdam, it does have facilities for smaller scale marine activities. Below is a description and some specifications relevant to Akersloot:

Akersloot: Village and Marine Facilities

General Information:

  • Location: North Holland, Netherlands.
  • Coordinates: Approximately 52.5402° N latitude and 4.7457° E longitude.
  • Proximity: Situated near the Alkmaardermeer (Lake Alkmaar).

Port and Marine Features:

  • Type: Primarily recreational and local marine activity.
  • Main Uses: Boating, local fishing, recreational activities, and possibly small-scale cargo transfer.

Infrastructure:

  1. Marina and Moorings:

    • Facilities for mooring small recreational and fishing vessels.
    • Availability of berths for pleasure boats and yachts.
    • Marinas may offer services such as refueling, repairs, and maintenance.
  2. Water Depth:

    • Typically suitable for small to medium-sized boats.
    • Depth in marina areas and mooring locations usually designed to accommodate leisure craft rather than deep-draft commercial vessels.
  3. Amenities:

    • Often includes basic facilities such as restrooms, water supply, electricity, and sometimes small shops or restaurants.
    • Tourist amenities like boat rentals, sailing schools, and biking routes adjacent to the waterways.
  4. Cargo and Commercial Use:

    • Limited, if any, significant commercial cargo activity.
    • Primarily serves local needs and private boating enthusiasts.

Accessibility:

  • Road Access: Good road connectivity through regional highways and smaller local roads.
  • Public Transport: Proximity to regional public transport services, making it accessible for visitors and residents.

Environmental and Regulatory Aspects:

  • Governed by Dutch marine and environmental laws ensuring the preservation of water quality and local ecosystems.
  • Environmental regulations likely apply to boating activities to protect the Alkmaardermeer and surrounding areas.

Conclusion

Akersloot is known more for its recreational marine activities rather than being a major commercial port. With its proximity to the Alkmaardermeer, it offers ample opportunities for leisure boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. The facilities are generally geared towards small and medium-sized boats, offering amenities that cater to tourists and local boaters.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
AKERSLOOT Passenger HEEN EN WEER 02:57:16
BIGGELAAR 16 Other #E HAVENS 02:21:36
JULIENNE Pleasure 01:55:34
MANSA Sailing 01:29:23
CHALLENGE Dredging ALKLMAARDERMEER 12:30:33
VERANEO Pleasure 12:28:26
C 'EST LA VIE Sailing 12:27:50
CLAES HORN Passenger 12:27:04
DOLFIJN Pleasure 7/23/2025
WATERFRONT Pleasure 7/23/2025
ARCHIPEL Pleasure 7/23/2025
BRANDAAN Sailing 7/22/2025
TINTIN Sailing 7/22/2025
ZEPHYR Pleasure 7/21/2025
CASCADE Cargo AKERSLOOT 7/21/2025
FERRO FORTISSIMO Pleasure 7/21/2025
THEODORUS Pleasure 7/20/2025
KRIEBELS Pleasure 7/19/2025
SHENSI Pleasure 7/18/2025
DENEB Pleasure 7/17/2025

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