All about the Nijlpaardsluis: 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?
| Width 6 meter | Lock length - meter |
| Threshold depth (buiten) - meter | Threshold depth (binnen) - meter |
| VHF-Channel 80 | Phone number 0900-9394 |
From 01-04 until 31-10
All days: between 08:00 and 23:59From 01-11 until 31-03
During this period the Hippo lock is closed. Surroundings via Sluishuisluis (Haveneiland) is possible.Administrator visiting address
Weesperstraat 113 Amsterdam
Phone number: 14020
Data updated: 04 Augustus 2026, 12:27 uur
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