All about the Akerschutsluis: service times, location and contact details. On the water map below do you see this lock complex in its immediate vicinity. On the right on this page you will find the locking times, additional information and the telephone numbers and VHF channels.
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For seasoned water sports enthusiasts it is a simple procedure, but if you are not yet experienced on the water, entering and exiting the lock can be an impressive experience. How does it work, where do you moor, what should you pay attention to?
Weekdays and weekends, between 09:00h and 18:00h - On demand only
Closed on public holidays
From 01-01 until 04-01:
Please note driving time or any delay.
If you do not hear a request, call 0900 - 9394
Saturday, between 09:00h and 14:00h - On demand only
Sundays and public holidays, between 00:00h and 23:59h - No service
Working days, between 09:00h and 16:00h - On demand only
From 05-01 until 31-03:
Please note driving time or any delay.
Weekdays and weekends, between 09:00h and 18:00h - On demand only
Closed on public holidays
From 01-04 until 30-04:
Please note driving time or any delay.
Weekends and holidays, between 10:00h and 22:00h
Working days, between 10:00h and 22:00h - On demand only
From 01-05 until 31-10
All days, between 10:00h and 22:00h
From 01-11 until 14-12:
Please note driving time or any delay.
Weekdays and weekends, between 09:00h and 18:00h - On demand only
Closed on public holidays
From 15-12 until 21-12:
Please note driving time or any delay.
If you do not hear a request, call 0900 - 9394
Saturday, between 09:00h and 14:00h - On demand only
Sunday, between 00:00h and 23:59h - No service
Working days, between 09:00h and 16:00h - On demand only
From 22-12 until 28-12:
Please note driving time or any delay.
If you do not hear a request, call 0900 - 9394
Weekends and holidays, between 00:00h and 23:59h - No service
Working days, between 09:00h and 16:00h - On demand only
From 29-12 until 31-12:
Please note driving time or any delay.
If you do not hear a request, call 0900 - 9394
Saturday, between 09:00h and 14:00h - On demand only
Sunday, between 00:00h and 23:59h - No service
Working days, between 09:00h and 16:00h - On demand only
Administrator visiting address
Weesperstraat 113 Amsterdam
Phone: 14020
Data updated: 06 November 2025, 17:35 uur, all data comes directly from Rijkswaterstaat systems.
