Westerkanaalschutsluis
Houthavens, Amsterdam-West (Westerkanaal ↔ IJ)52.38628, 4.88331
Where the Westerkanaal meets the IJ by the Houthavens in Amsterdam-West. These days it normally stands open and you simply pass through, it only closes as a flood barrier in high water.
Shared by boat MaviHow it works
Normally stands open, pass straight through
If closed
Barrier in high water only · call 020-624 1457
How this lock runs
Doubles as a flood barrier: at high water the lock closes and locking stops.
Operator's notice · translated from Dutch
At high water and in emergencies the Westerkanaalschutsluis doubles as a flood barrier while keeping its locking function.
Show the original (Dutch)
Bij hoogwaterstanden en calamiteiten dient de Westerkanaalschutsluis als kering, met schutfunctie.
Times checked 17 Jul
Official informationNearby 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.