Antwerp : Profile

Docking

Although 60 km from the sea, Antwerp is the second biggest commercial harbour in Europe and consequently, the Schelde is a very busy waterway. The city is also an important centre for the diamond trade and, despite the damage suffered during two world wars, has many historic sights worth visiting.

It is possible from here to travel as far as Brussels without removing the mast.

Waiting for Royersluis (VHF 22) possible on inside of ferry jetty opposite Royersluis slow and crowded (1-2 hour delay). Harbour Master suggests using Boudewinjnsluis and Van Cauwelaertsluis as quicker alternative, especially if approaching from sea. Entrance bridges into marina are timed as per sign on the wall (VHF 62). Fee for sluices waived if you state you are headed for Willemdock yachthaven.

Jachthaven Antwerpen Linkeroever
Thonetlaan 133, 2050 Antwerpen
Tel:+32 3 219 08 95, Fax:+32 3 211 08 14
jachthaven_linkeroever@skynet.be
A 200 berth yachthaven in the centre of Antwerp. Facilities include water, electricity, showers, 16 ton boat hoist, mast crane,and a fuel dock.

Jachthaven Antwerpen Willemdok
Godefriduskaai 99, 2000 Antwerpen
Tel:+32 3 231 50 66 , Fax:+32 495 53 54 55
jaw@pandora.be
Marina with all facilities on the outskirts of Antwerp.

Willerndock Yachthaven
Fuel and pumpout available. Good security and access to city. All tide exit for passages with the tide

Yacht Clubs

KLYC
Thonetlaan 133, B-2050 Antwerpen
Tel:+32 (0)3 219 1147

RYCB
Thonetlaan 133, B-2050 Antwerpen
Tel:+32 (0)3 219 5231

SRNA
Beatrijslaan 29, B-2050 Antwerpen
Tel:+32 (0)3 219 7850

VVW
Beatrijslaan 27 , B-2050 Antwerpen
Tel:+32 (0)2 219 0838

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