Kampen Port Service

Kampen Port Service



Kampen has two industrial ports and several quays where inland vessels, charter ships, and river cruise vessels can berth.

Registration

Do you wish to berth a vessel in Kampen? If so, registration is required. This applies to all commercial vessels berthing in the Zuiderzee Port, Haatland Port, or at one of the quays.

Registration is quick and easy using the ShipAssist app:

 
When registering your vessel, please provide:
  • Your name and telephone number
  • The name of your vessel
  • The vessel registration number (if applicable)
  • The berthing time and the expected duration of your stay in the port or at the quay
  • If loading or unloading cargo, the percentage of cargo to be loaded or unloaded

If you are unable to register your vessel via the app, please send an email with the required information to the harbour master at havendienstkampen@portofzwolle.nl. 

Locations and Facilities

Cargo Handling and Transhipment
Kampen has two industrial ports: Zuiderzee Port and Haatland Port. These ports offer facilities for the loading, unloading, and transhipment of various types of cargo.

River Cruise Vessels
River cruise vessels may berth at the IJssel Quay (IJsselkade).

During the high season (1 April to 30 September), 315 metres of berthing space is available on the upstream side of the IJssel Quay. During the low season, 135 metres of berthing space is available.

Permission is required before berthing. Please submit your request at least six weeks before arrival to havendienstkampen@portofzwolle.nl. 

Inland Navigation Vessels
Inland navigation vessels may berth at the following locations:

  • IJssel Quay (upstream side) from 1 October to 31 March
  • IJssel Quay (downstream side) between Van Heutsz Square and the Old Outer Harbour
  • Gait L. Berkpad Quay, between the New Outer Harbour and De Riette Marina
  • Loading Quay (Loswal)


Traditional Sailing Charter Fleet (Brown Fleet)
Traditional historic charter vessels are berthed along the IJssel Quay between the City Bridge (Stadsbrug) and Van Heutsz Square.

Water and electricity 
Shore power and water supply stations are available along the IJssel Quay.

To access electricity and water, use the Connect4shore or Easy2pay apps. The shore power units indicate which app is required and provide operating instructions.

The use of generators is not permitted along the IJssel Quay.

Charges

The applicable port and quay fees can be found in the Municipality of Kampen Port and Quay Charges Ordinance 2026: Port and Quay Charges Ordinance Municipality of Kampen 2026

Owners of charter vessels may apply for a subsidy covering winter berthing fees for a minimum period of three years. More information is available at: Subsidy for Charter Vessels

Contact

If you have any questions, please contact the harbour master:

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