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Important information from the harbor's website:

The Noorder- and Zuiderhavens in the center of Harlingen have a capacity of approximately 100 visitor places and 92 fixed places. Both harbors are tidal; the Noorderhaven is suitable for vessels with a draft up to 2.20m, and the Zuiderhaven is for larger and deeper-draft vessels. When the tide is nap >1.10m, the high-water doors are closed. The closure duration is on average 1 hour before to 1 hour after high water, depending on the wind (onshore wind = buildup). When the high-water doors are closed, you cannot enter or exit the harbor. When the doors close, this is (usually) indicated with a notice on the door at the harbor office.

1 x helpful | written on 21. Jun 2025

A vd Louw says:

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The Zuiderhaven in the center of Harlingen belongs to the Noorderhaven. The harbor office is located at the Noorderhaven. Both harbors have a capacity of approximately 100 transient berths and 92 fixed berths. Both harbors are tidal; the Noorderhaven is suitable for vessels with a draft up to 2.20m, and the Zuiderhaven is for larger and deeper-draft vessels.
If you need to enter the Zuiderhaven due to draft, you must request the bridge opening via VHF radio. When entering the harbor area, there is a sign displaying the VHF channel.

When the tide is NAP >1.10m, the high water doors close. The closing period is on average 1 hour before to 1 hour after high tide, depending on the wind (onshore wind = surge). When the high water doors are closed, you cannot enter or leave the harbor. Usually, a notice is posted at the harbor office (at the Noorderhaven) when the doors are closed.

1 x helpful | written on 21. Jun 2025

A vd Louw says:

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July 2025 the floating dock is gone, thus no berths for deep-draft yachts. Several motorboats are moored at the fixed docks near the shore.

1 x helpful | written on 7. Jul 2025

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There are two fixed piers with mooring buoys.
We are here with a strong south-southeast wind (18 knots) and it is very restless, with many waves in the bay.

1 x helpful | written on 23. Jun 2025

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Anchoring only possible. There are good spots to come ashore for a walk.

1 x helpful | written on 8. Jul 2025

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Beautiful anchorage where you are not bothered by the swell from the ferries that follow the main route. Depth decreases from 6 meters at the beginning of the bay to 3-3.5 meters near the island Delholm.

1 x helpful | written on 8. Jul 2025

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Floating dock with finger piers. Depth approximately 7 meters at the dock. Toilet, shower, and sauna in the restaurant.
The harbourmaster assists with mooring and comes by to settle the bill. Various restaurants on the island.

1 x helpful | written on 5. Jun 2025

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It is recommended to call the harbour master before approach due to the depth when entering. Right before the harbour, there are a few buoys (red and green, self-explanatory). We consistently measured 3 meters depth during the approach. At the pier, it is about 4 meters.

Friendly reception, all assistance with mooring, and tips to explore the surrounding area.

1 x helpful | written on 26. May 2025

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Floating pier with buoys. The depth at the end of the pier is approximately 7 meters.
In the harbor office, there is a small kiosk with some groceries and items such as motor oil.

1 x helpful | written on 14. Jun 2025