Theory Woudsend

Knots

Signal lights and bridges

Sailing information

Important things While Sailing:

Always keep to the starboard side!
When passing fishing boats, canoes, houseboats, and moored vessels, reduce your speed!
Inland/commercial vessels may travel at 14 km/h; these vessels can approach from behind and overtake. Look behind you regularly!
Keep the center of the fairway clear for large ships.
Do not change course suddenly.
Display the correct navigation lights in time.
Do not anchor near bridges, locks, work vessels with extended anchors, or in the middle of a fairway.
Swimming in the fairway is prohibited, as well as near bridges, locks, and waiting areas.
Stay away from fishing nets. These are usually marked with black or yellow flags or a sign with a green/white diamond, where the green side indicates the safe passing side.
Boating under the influence of alcohol is prohibited. The legal limit on the water is 0.5‰. This is enforced, and fines are high!
Do not disturb the peace in nature and residential areas.

Speed

Maximum Speed:

Inland waterways: 7–9 km/h
In built-up areas: 4–6 km/h
Harinxmakanaal and Prinses Margrietkanaal: 12.5 km/h

In addition to the maximum allowed speed, it is also important to be a responsible skipper. Always consider the effects of your speed. Check the bow and stern waves created by your boat and pay attention to other waterway users and/or moored vessels. This means you should adjust your speed accordingly and slow down if necessary.

Navigation Rules