Nieuwe Haarlemmerschutsluis
Singel, 1013 GA Amsterdam52.37930, 4.89460
Centuries-old flood lock between the Singel and the IJ at the Haarlemmerbuurt, in use since 1602. The gates normally stand open; at night either this lock or the Eenhoornsluis closes for canal flushing, never both, so there is always a way through to the IJ.
How it works
Gates normally stand open
Size
6.8 m wide, 3.3 m over the sill
How this lock runs
Normally stands open, no locking. At night either this lock or the Eenhoornsluis closes for canal flushing, never both at once.
Nearby on the water
We check every spot by hand, but the water changes. Have a quick look at local signs before you tie up. More in our Terms.