AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
Flandria comit(atus)

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
The piscatorial atlas (Olsen, 1883) - Whitebait

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, maps from Olsen (1883) (collection VLIZ) were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ in order to disclose these in open access to end users, together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles can be generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).

Olsen, O.T. (1883). The piscatorial atlas of the North Sea, English and St. George's Channels, illustrating the fishing ports, boats, gear, species of fish (how, where, and when caught), and other information concerning fish and fisheries. Taylor and Francis: London. 50 maps pp.
The piscatorial atlas (Olsen, 1883) - Flounder

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, maps from Olsen (1883) (collection VLIZ) were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ in order to disclose these in open access to end users, together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles can be generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).

Olsen, O.T. (1883). The piscatorial atlas of the North Sea, English and St. George's Channels, illustrating the fishing ports, boats, gear, species of fish (how, where, and when caught), and other information concerning fish and fisheries. Taylor and Francis: London. 50 maps pp.
Stafkaart van Blankenberghe (Blankenberge), 4.

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and the Provincial Archive West Flanders (PAWV)with regard to historic maps. These maps are part of the collection of PAWV and were georeferenced by VLIZ in order to disclose these in open access to end users, together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles can be generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Toonneel der steden van 's Konings Nederlanden, met hare beschrijvingen, Uytgegeven by Joan Blaeu - Ostenda obsessa et capta…

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Fiandra parte occidentale. Zelanda e parte orientale della Fiandra (B)

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Novus XVII Inferioris Germaniae Provinciarum Typus de integro multis in locis emendatus

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Stafkaart van Ostende (Oostende).

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and the Provincial Archive West Flanders (PAWV)with regard to historic maps. These maps are part of the collection of PAWV and were georeferenced by VLIZ in order to disclose these in open access to end users, together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles can be generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Nouvelle carte de la province de Flandre

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Le comté de Flandre

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Flandriae partes duae quarum altera proprietaria altera imperialis vulgo dicitur

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
The piscatorial atlas (Olsen, 1883) - North Sea fishing grounds

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, maps from Olsen (1883) (collection VLIZ) were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ in order to disclose these in open access to end users, together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles can be generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).

Olsen, O.T. (1883). The piscatorial atlas of the North Sea, English and St. George's Channels, illustrating the fishing ports, boats, gear, species of fish (how, where, and when caught), and other information concerning fish and fisheries. Taylor and Francis: London. 50 maps pp.
Celeberrimi Flandriae comitatus typus

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Descrittione ...di tutti i Paesi Bassi… - Oostende

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Carte chorographique de la Belgique dédiée à la Convention Nationale - Kaart: 3 Walcheren (Isle de Walcheren)

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Carte topographique de la Belgique, dressée sous la direction de Ph.Vander Maelen, fondateur de l'établissement géographique de Bruxelles, à l'échelle de 1 à 20.000, en 250 feuilles. le dessin et les levés topographiques par J.F.De Keyser, J.B.Vander Wee, I.Wery, J.Huvenne, etc. La gravure par P.J.Doms, J.Ongers, T.Kips, P.Nicolaï, F.Rademaeker, C.Smits, P.J.Van Gend, A.Van Mollé, L.Van Peteghem, etc et l'impression par F.Vandamme et F.Ghys - Nieuport

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Territorium Bergense

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Comitatus Flandriae tabula in lucem edita a Frederico De Wit Amsterodami

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
Pars Flandriae orientalis Franconatum, insulam Cadsant civitatesque Gandavum, Oostendam, Brugam, Slusam etc. continens

In the framework of the initiative HisGISKust, a collaboration agreement was established between Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) and Cultuurbibliotheek (Bruges). Historic maps from the collection of Cultuurbibliotheek with specific information about the coastal zone, Scheldt Estuary and/or the Belgian part of the North Sea were selected. These maps were digitized and georeferenced by VLIZ and are disclosed in open access to end users together with the appropriate metadata. Based on the georeferenced maps, shapefiles were generated as well (e.g. coastline, dune area, etc.).
PAH concentrations in seawater (Belgian part of North Sea, 2012-2016)

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) concentrations in sea water. Visualised as the sum of the following individual PAHs:
- acenaphthene
- acenaphthylene
- anthracene
- benzo[a]anthracene
- benzo[a]pyrene
- benzo[b]fluoranthene
- benzo[ghi]perylene
- benzo[k]fluoranthene
- chrysene
- dibenz[a,h]anthracene
- fluorene
- fluoranthene
- indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene
- naphthalene
- phenanthrene
- pyrene

Source: MUMM (RBINS - OD Nature)
Shipping crossings - AIS data (Belgian part of North Sea & Scheldt estuary, 2005-present)

This layer was created out of a database of AIS data, gathered by both VLIZ and the ScheldeRadarKeten. This database is hosted by VLIZ and has a temporal range from 2005 to the present. The layers depicted here are example products, showing crossing of ships in the Scheldt estuary, on a yearly basis. Other products or insights can be requested using the helpdesk of the VLIZ Marine Data Center, which you can contact via mail at data@vliz.be.
PAH concentrations in sediments (Belgian part of North Sea, 2007-2012)

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) concentrations in marine sediments. Visualised as the sum of the following individual PAHs:
- acenaphthene
- acenaphthylene
- anthracene
- benzo[a]anthracene
- benzo[a]pyrene
- benzo[b]fluoranthene
- benzo[ghi]perylene
- benzo[k]fluoranthene
- chrysene
- dibenz[a,h]anthracene
- fluorene
- fluoranthene
- indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene
- naphthalene
- phenanthrene
- pyrene

Source: MUMM (RBINS - OD Nature)
Flood map +7m TAW (Belgian coastal plain, 2017)

The potential floodable area and the corresponding water depth in the event of a 1,000-year storm surge on the coast, calculated based on the situation (i.e. coastal protection measures) in the year 2015. A 1,000-year storm surge is a storm surge that has one chance in 1,000 of occurring each year.
(Source: Agency for Maritime Services and Coast, Coastal division).
Extraction volumes - gridded (Belgian part of North Sea, 2015-2020)

This raster represents the yearly extracted volume of sand (m³ / ha) based on data derived from the Electronic Monitoring System located on board of the trailing suction hopper dredgers active in the Belgian Part of the North Sea. For the mapping of the extracted volume presented here, it is assumed that the hopper of the trailing suction hopper dredger is completely filled during each extraction (i.e. filled at maximum capacity). 

Source: FPS Economy, Continental Shelf Service
Physical properties seawater (nitrite + nitrate + ammonium, Belgian part of North Sea, 2014-2017)

Nutrient analysis is performed for each of the 9 monthly and 8 seasonal LifeWatch stations. Water is sampled with Niskin bottles at 3 meters depth and filtered directly. The filtered water is stored in the freezer to be analyzed later on by the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ).
Underprivileged neighbourhoods (West Flanders, 2017)

The geographical level, at which the work is carried out, are the statistical sectors as defined by the former National Institute of Statistics. For convenience, these are called "neighbourhoods". For each neighbourhood, a score was calculated for each dimension (demography, housing, education and unemployment). These dimension scores are than used to carry out a analysis of the socio-economic deprivation. Analogously with the socio-economic deprivation atlas of Kesteloot, a threshold value of 15% was used. In concrete terms: for each dimension of socio-economic deprivation (demography, housing, education and job-seekers), the 1,297 neighbourhoods are ranked from high to low. For this purpose, the dimension scores were used. The threshold value for each dimension is thus obtained by taking the value at which 15% of all neighbourhoods have a higher value than this threshold value. In order to determine whether or not a neighbourhood can be described as vulnerable, we state that all neighbourhoods that have exceeded the threshold values on 3 or 4 of the dimensions can be considered potentially disadvantaged.
Inland cargo traffic per seaport (Belgium, 1980-2020)

Inland cargo traffic in the Flemish seaports.

Source: Merckx, J.P. (2020). Zeehavens en luchthavens in Vlaanderen. Feiten, statistieken en indicatoren voor 2019. Mobiliteitsraad van Vlaanderen: Brussel. 195 pp.
Gas pipes (Belgian part of North Sea, 2018)

The position of the gas pipes on the BNS.
- The Sea Pipe is the connection between the Gassco AS-terminal in the port of Zeebrugge and a pipeline on the Norwegian shelf
- The Interconnector pipeline transports gas between Bacton (south coast of the UK) and Zeebrugge.
-The Franpipe pipeline (former Norfra pipeline) transports gas between Dunkirk (France) and the Norwegian Draupner E-platform. 

Source: Heylen, B., Moerman, D., Mouffe, L., De Maeyer, J., Mathys, P., Rumes, B., Devriendt, C., Weijtens, W., Dauwe, S., Pirlet, H. (2018). Energy (including cables and pipes). In: Devriese, L., Dauwe, S., Verleye, T., Pirlet, H., Mees, J. (Eds.) Knowledge Guide Coast and Sea - Compendium for Coast and Sea.
Zones closed to mining (FPS Economy, Belgian part of North Sea, 2026)

The maximum extraction depth for the exploration of sand and gravel in the Belgian sea areas was established by Ministerial Decree on 28 September 2020. On the basis of this new reference level, subzones within the control zones are delineated where this level has globally been reached or exceeded. These will be closed for exploitation as of 1 January 2026. Each year, these zones will be re-evaluated and, if necessary, adjusted.
The area THBREF has been closed for exploitation since 1 October 2010 and serves as a reference area for biological monitoring. 
Sectors 3a and 3b are alternately open for exploitation. Currently, sector 3b is used as an unloading quay. This will remain the case until the area has become too shallow for dredgers who are used for maintenance dredging or until another economic or ecological criterion encourages the government to relocate this quay. 

Source: FPS Economy
Vegetation map (Sea Scheldt, 2003)

The vegetation map contains the enclosing polygons of areas whose vegetation belongs to the same ecotope.
The diversity, distribution and surface of the different vegetation types in the salt marshes is monitored by means of vegetation maps. For the classic vegetation mapping, vegetation units are distinguished based on false colour IR aerial images. When mapping through remote sensing, hyperspectral images are made. A classification based on pixel properties provides a typology associated with vegetation types.
Vegetation map (Upper Sea Scheldt, 2013)

The vegetation map contains the enclosing polygons of areas whose vegetation belongs to the same ecotope. The diversity, distribution and surface of ??the different vegetation types in the salt marshes is monitored by means of vegetation marks. For the classic vegetation mapping, vegetation units are distinguished based on false colour IR aerial images. When mapping occurs through remote sensing, hyperspectral images are made. A classification based on pixel properties provides a typology associated with vegetation types.
Vegetation map (Zenne, Nete, Dijle, 2013)

The vegetation map contains the enclosing polygons of areas whose vegetation belongs to the same ecotope. The diversity, distribution and surface of ??the different vegetation types in the salt marshes is monitored by means of vegetation marks. For the classic vegetation mapping, vegetation units are distinguished based on false colour IR aerial images. When mapping occurs through remote sensing, hyperspectral images are made. A classification based on pixel properties provides a typology associated with vegetation types.
Vegetation map (Lower Sea Scheldt, 2013)

The vegetation map contains the enclosing polygons of areas whose vegetation belongs to the same ecotope. The diversity, distribution and surface of ??the different vegetation types in the salt marshes is monitored by means of vegetation marks. For the classic vegetation mapping, vegetation units are distinguished based on false colour IR aerial images. When mapping occurs through remote sensing, hyperspectral images are made. A classification based on pixel properties provides a typology associated with vegetation types.
Vegetation map (Sea Scheldt, 2011)

The diversity and spread of several types of vegetation have been monitored by vegetation mappings. These mappings are done by both classic methods and remote sensing techniques. Classic methods use false colour IR aerial images to distinguish vegetation units, which receive a specific type based on the physiognomic system of dominant structural and species-related features. Remote sensing techniques use hyperspectral images. Here, a classification is made based on the properties of the pixels, which results in a typology to which different vegetation types can be connected. This connection is aided by collected ground data. The overhead flights are preferably done in August or September.
Vegetation map (Western Scheldt, 1982)

Vegetation map (planes) of Western Scheldt 1982 based on aerial photographs and fieldwork.
                                                                                                                             The individual shapefiles of Appelzak, Ossendrecht, Biezelingse Ham, Hellegatspolder, Hoofdplaat, Kaloot, Paulinapolder, Rammekenshoek and Zuidgors were combined into 1 map layer.
Vegetation map (Sieperda, Zwin & Zwin Polder, 1995)

This map illustrates the created vegetation map, based on aerial photographs and fieldwork, of the areas "Verdronken Zwarte Polder"  and "Zwin" along the Zeeuws-Flemish coast. A previous vegetation mapping was performed for the Zwin in 1986. For the "Verdronken Zwarte Polder"  this is the first mapping under the VEGWAD monitoring program. The dry dunes within the area are characterised by landscape characteristics instead of vegetation characteristics according to the Grove Standard Typology (GST).
Vegetation map (Sea Scheldt, 1996)

The vegetation map contains the enclosing polygons of areas whose vegetation belongs to the same ecotope.
                                                                                          The diversity, spread and surface of ??the different vegetation types in the salt marshes is monitored by means of vegetation maps. For the classic vegetation mapping, vegetation units are distinguished based on false colour IR aerial images. When mapping through remote sensing, hyperspectral images are made. A classification based on pixel properties provides a typology associated with vegetation types.
Vegetation map (Sea Scheldt, 1992)

The vegetation map contains the enclosing polygons of areas whose vegetation belongs to the same ecotope.
                                                                                                                            The diversity, distribution and surface of ??the different vegetation types in the salt marshes is monitored by means of vegetation maps. For the classic vegetation mapping, vegetation units are distinguished based on false colour IR aerial images. When mapping occurs through remote sensing, hyperspectral images are made. A classification based on pixel properties provides a typology associated with vegetation types.
Bathymetry (unit: m/reference plane: GLLWS, Scheldt, 2003)

Bathymetric grid of the Scheldt estuary between Dendermonde and the river mouth.
Depths have positive values, heights are negative. The resolution of the grid is 5 meters. The data from 2002-2003 is from Rupelmonde to the river mouth and the chart datum used is GLLWS, the data from 1995-1999 is from Rupelmonde to Dendermonde and the chart datum use is TAW.