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==Syros (Port of Entry)==
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===Background===
 
The island of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syros Syros] (Σύρος) or Siros is the capital of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclades Cyclades]. It is not a very tall island and its area is 86 km<sup>2</sup> and it has about 35,000 inhabitants. The name Syros has been used since antiquity and it is probably of Phoenician origin. There was a sizable Cycladic settlement ([http://projectsx.dartmouth.edu/history/bronze_age/ Bronze age]) over the NE coast and the island is mentioned in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odyssey Odyssey] as the home of the swineherd [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eumaios Eumaios]. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythagoras Pythagoras'] teacher Pherekydes was from here. In the Middle Ages Syros was dominated by the Venetians. Today there is a sizable Catholic population, remnant of that period. In later times many well known European visitors such as [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byron Byron], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nerval Nerval], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chateaubriand Chateaubriand], and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herman_Melville Melville] started their Eastern Mediterranean tour from here. During the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_War_of_Independence 1821 war of independence] many refugees from Chios and Psara came to Syros. Until that time the population was predominately Catholic and agrarian. The new comers were Greek Orthodox, seamen and merchants.
The island of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syros Syros] (Σύρος) or Siros is the capital of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclades Cyclades]. It is not a very tall island and its area is 86 km<sup>2</sup> and it has about 35,000 inhabitants. The name Syros has been used since antiquity and it is probably of Phoenician origin. There was a sizable Cycladic settlement ([http://projectsx.dartmouth.edu/history/bronze_age/ Bronze age]) over the NE coast and the island is mentioned in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odyssey Odyssey] as the home of the swineherd [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eumaios Eumaios]. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythagoras Pythagoras'] teacher Pherekydes was from here. In the Middle Ages Syros was dominated by the Venetians. Today there is a sizable Catholic population, remnant of that period. In later times many well known European visitors such as [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byron Byron], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nerval Nerval], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chateaubriand Chateaubriand], and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herman_Melville Melville] started their Eastern Mediterranean tour from here. During the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_War_of_Independence 1821 war of independence] many refugees from Chios and Psara came to Syros. Until that time the population was predominately Catholic and agrarian. The new comers were Greek Orthodox, seamen and merchants.
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Syros is a wonderful island in the middle of the Aegean. It is not overly developed but yet it manages to provide all the amenities.
Syros is a wonderful island in the middle of the Aegean. It is not overly developed but yet it manages to provide all the amenities.
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===Charts===
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==Charts==
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[[Image:Syros_m.jpg|350px|thumb|right|Map of Syros]]
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;BA
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:2682 Kolpos Petalion to Nisos Nisiros
:2682 Kolpos Petalion to Nisos Nisiros
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:421 Karystos to Naxos
:421 Karystos to Naxos
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===Radio Nets===
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==Radio Nets==
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
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* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04
* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04
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===Approach and Navigation===
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==Weather==
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''See [[Aegean_Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Aegean Sea]]''.
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==Approach and Navigation==
Approaches to Syros are straight forward, no dangers.
Approaches to Syros are straight forward, no dangers.
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===Check-in facilities===
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==Check-in facilities==
See each Port/Stop listed below.
See each Port/Stop listed below.
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===Ports and Popular Stops===
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==Ports and Popular Stops==
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===Ports===
* [[Ermoupolis]] (Port of entry)
* [[Ermoupolis]] (Port of entry)
* [[Finikas]]
* [[Finikas]]
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
 
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* [[Finikas Marina]]
 
===Anchorages===
===Anchorages===
====Galissas====
====Galissas====
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GPS: {{Coord|37|25.4|N|24|52.1|E|}}<br/>
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|25.4|N|24|52.1|E|}}<br/>
Galissas (Γαλησσάς) is a small bay on the W side of Syros, north of Finikas. It is mainly used by local small boats and there is barely room for a yacht. It provides some protection from the ''meltemi''. I have not anchored here. Galissas is a favorite with the people from Syros for its wonderfull sunsets.
Galissas (Γαλησσάς) is a small bay on the W side of Syros, north of Finikas. It is mainly used by local small boats and there is barely room for a yacht. It provides some protection from the ''meltemi''. I have not anchored here. Galissas is a favorite with the people from Syros for its wonderfull sunsets.
====Delphino====
====Delphino====
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GPS: {{Coord|37|27.4|N|24|53.6|E|}}<br/>
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|27.4|N|24|53.6|E|}}<br/>
A small cove which provides some protection from the ''meltemi'' although there are high gusts.
A small cove which provides some protection from the ''meltemi'' although there are high gusts.
====Aetou====
====Aetou====
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GPS: {{Coord|37|29.5|N|24|53.9|E|}}<br/>
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|29.5|N|24|53.9|E|}}<br/>
This anchorage is very gusty.
This anchorage is very gusty.
====Grammata====
====Grammata====
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Grammata (Γράμματα) on the NW corner of the island. It is a very attractive anchorage and it provides good shelter from the ''meltemi'' although there are high gusts from every direction. The rocks (W side) are covered with the names of seafarers who have sheltered here, hence the name ''Grammata'' - ''letters''. Legend has it that the region in inhabited by feral rabbits which a kind soul had released to provide food for sailors waiting out a gale. You can anchor at the E side or at the W. Use a shore line. On the W side there are a number of tie-downs, the E side is less gusty.
Grammata (Γράμματα) on the NW corner of the island. It is a very attractive anchorage and it provides good shelter from the ''meltemi'' although there are high gusts from every direction. The rocks (W side) are covered with the names of seafarers who have sheltered here, hence the name ''Grammata'' - ''letters''. Legend has it that the region in inhabited by feral rabbits which a kind soul had released to provide food for sailors waiting out a gale. You can anchor at the E side or at the W. Use a shore line. On the W side there are a number of tie-downs, the E side is less gusty.
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====Varis====
====Varis====
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GPS: {{Coord|37|23.1|N|24|56.5|E|}} - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.38109460842676&lon=24.943403471350262&scale=35000&zoom=50&type=0&icon=0&width=498&height=498&searchscope=dom&CFID=1509264&CFTOKEN=22608242&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br/>
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|23.1|N|24|56.5|E|}} - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.38109460842676&lon=24.943403471350262&scale=35000&zoom=50&type=0&icon=0&width=498&height=498&searchscope=dom&CFID=1509264&CFTOKEN=22608242&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br/>
This is a pleasant bay on the SE of Syros. It provides good shelter from the ''meltemi'' but it is totally exposed to the S winds.
This is a pleasant bay on the SE of Syros. It provides good shelter from the ''meltemi'' but it is totally exposed to the S winds.
====Velostasi====
====Velostasi====
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GPS: {{Coord|37|22|N|24|53.2|E|}} - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=37.36482797896784&lon=24.884286330914584&scale=20000&zoom=50&type=0&icon=0&width=498&height=498&searchscope=dom&CFID=1509264&CFTOKEN=22608242&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br/>
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This cove is in between Cape Velostasi and Varis. It provides some shelter from the meltemi. Should only be used for a quick lunch and swimming stop or in calm weather. Totally deserted.
This cove is in between Cape Velostasi and Varis. It provides some shelter from the meltemi. Should only be used for a quick lunch and swimming stop or in calm weather. Totally deserted.
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===Routes/Passages To/From===
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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* [[Finikas Marina]]
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==Yacht Services and Repairs==
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''Also see each Port''
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====Marine Stores====
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* There is an excellent chandler, ''Orologas'' (tel. +30 22810 82 254) in [[Ermoupolis]] near the shipyard, at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square)
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* A good chandler, the ''Maistrali'', in shipyard area in Ermoupolis, they also have an outlet in Finikas
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* There is also a large store of the ''Marina'' chain along the road to the airpot
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====Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards====
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* The [http://www.uqp.no/Syros/ Neorion Shipyard] in [[Ermoupolis]] does major repairs and haul-out
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* Diesel engines: Mr. Rousos (+30 22810 87 419 or +30 6945 612 52)
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* Electrician: Mr. Antonis Dalmyras (+30 22810 87 142 or +30 6932 64 20 60) is a good boat electrician
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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''See each Port''.
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==Offshore Islands==
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None.
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===Tourism & things to do ashore===
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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===Tourism===
====Ermoupolis====
====Ermoupolis====
See [[Ermoupolis#Tourism_&_things_to_do_ashore|Ermoupolis]].
See [[Ermoupolis#Tourism_&_things_to_do_ashore|Ermoupolis]].
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It is well worth a visit to this nice bay. There are a number of attractive tavernas. Galissas is a favorite with the people from Syros for its wonderfull sunsets.
It is well worth a visit to this nice bay. There are a number of attractive tavernas. Galissas is a favorite with the people from Syros for its wonderfull sunsets.
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===Grocery Stores===
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===Grocery & Supply Stores===
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The market place in Ermoupolis is well worth a visit. They have everything. Make sure you buy a jar of capers and ''loukoumia'' (Turkish delight), both are specialties of Syros. In Finikas there is a "supermarket" about 50 m towards Ermoupolis. It is well supplied with basic provisions, bread, and fresh fruits. There is also a very good bakery and a fruit stand near the waterfront.
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The market place in [[Ermoupolis]] is well worth a visit. They have everything. Make sure you buy a jar of capers and ''loukoumia'' (Turkish delight), both are specialties of Syros. In [[Finikas]] there is a "supermarket" about 50 m towards Ermoupolis. It is well supplied with basic provisions, bread, and fresh fruits. There is also a very good bakery and a fruit stand near the waterfront.
===Eateries===
===Eateries===
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* In Finikas there is very good traditional food in the ''Foradenes''. Also near by the ''Asotos Yios'' (+30 22810 43 722) serves many ''mezedes''.
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* In [[Finikas]] there is very good traditional food in the ''Foradenes''. Also near by the ''Asotos Yios'' (+30 22810 43 722) serves many ''mezedes''.
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* There are many good restaurants in Ermoupolis.
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* There are many good restaurants in [[Ermoupolis]].
* In Ano Syros the ''Lilys'' (+30 22810 88 087) which is the oldest restaurant in Syros is hard to beat both for its food and its view.
* In Ano Syros the ''Lilys'' (+30 22810 88 087) which is the oldest restaurant in Syros is hard to beat both for its food and its view.
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===Internet/WiFi===
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In internet caféw.
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===Laundry===
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In [[Ermoupolis#Laundry |Ermoupolis]] and in [[Finikas#Laundry |Finikas]].
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
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Several in Ermoupolis. In Finikas the marine store, the ''Maistrali'', can make the arrangements.
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Several in [[Ermoupolis]]. In [[Finikas]] the marine store, the ''Maistrali'', can make the arrangements.
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===Marine Stores & Facilities===
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===Garbage Disposal===
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* There is an excellent chandler, ''Orologas'' (tel. +30 22810 82 254) in Ermoupolis near the shipyard, at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square).
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There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.
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* There is also a large store of the ''Marina'' chain along the road to the airpot.
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===Repairs===
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* Diesel engines: Mr. Rousos (+30 22810 87 419 or +30 6945 612 52).
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* Electrician: Mr. Antonis Dalmyras (+30 22810 87 142 or +30 6932 64 20 60) is a good boat electrician.
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===Transportation===
===Transportation===
There are daily flights from Athens. Also, there are several fast ferries every day to Piraeus.
There are daily flights from Athens. Also, there are several fast ferries every day to Piraeus.
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===References & Publications===
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]].
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* [[Passages between Athens Region and Samos - Kusadasi]]
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* [[Passages between Athens Region and Rhodes - Marmaris]]
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* [[Cruising the Cyclades Islands]]
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===Cruiser's Friends===
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==Cruiser's Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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===Forum Discussions===
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==Forum Discussions==
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
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==External Links==
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syros Syros] (Wikipedia)
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syros Syros] (Wikipedia)
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==References & Publications==
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Personal experiences?
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See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]].
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===Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===
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==Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==
See individual ports in this page.
See individual ports in this page.
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==Personal Notes==
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* Syros is a favorite stop of mine --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]].
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Syros (Port of Entry)

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37°26.1′N, 24°56.8′E
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The island of Syros (Σύρος) or Siros is the capital of the Cyclades. It is not a very tall island and its area is 86 km2 and it has about 35,000 inhabitants. The name Syros has been used since antiquity and it is probably of Phoenician origin. There was a sizable Cycladic settlement (Bronze age) over the NE coast and the island is mentioned in the Odyssey as the home of the swineherd Eumaios. Pythagoras' teacher Pherekydes was from here. In the Middle Ages Syros was dominated by the Venetians. Today there is a sizable Catholic population, remnant of that period. In later times many well known European visitors such as Byron, Nerval, Chateaubriand, and Melville started their Eastern Mediterranean tour from here. During the 1821 war of independence many refugees from Chios and Psara came to Syros. Until that time the population was predominately Catholic and agrarian. The new comers were Greek Orthodox, seamen and merchants.

After the Greek War of Independence of 1821, Syros became the maritime, commercial, and cultural center of the Aegean and a place of refuge. Young Nikos Kazantzakis went to school in Syros. Today there are many neoclassical mansions in Ermoupolis and Piskopio as well as in the aristocratic resort of Della Grazia near Finikas.

Syros is a wonderful island in the middle of the Aegean. It is not overly developed but yet it manages to provide all the amenities.

Charts

Map of Syros
BA
2682 Kolpos Petalion to Nisos Nisiros
1038 Steno Sifnou to Steno Kafirea
Imray-Tetra
G31 Northern Cyclades
NIMA
54320 Kiklades Nisoi to Kriti
Greek
421 Karystos to Naxos

Radio Nets

Also see Cruiser's Nets

  • Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
  • Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04

Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Approach and Navigation

Approaches to Syros are straight forward, no dangers.

Check-in facilities

See each Port/Stop listed below.

Ports and Popular Stops

Ports

Anchorages

Galissas

World icon.png 37°25.4′N, 24°52.1′E
Galissas (Γαλησσάς) is a small bay on the W side of Syros, north of Finikas. It is mainly used by local small boats and there is barely room for a yacht. It provides some protection from the meltemi. I have not anchored here. Galissas is a favorite with the people from Syros for its wonderfull sunsets.

Delphino

World icon.png 37°27.4′N, 24°53.6′E
A small cove which provides some protection from the meltemi although there are high gusts.

Aetou

World icon.png 37°29.5′N, 24°53.9′E
This anchorage is very gusty.

Grammata

World icon.png 37°29.8′N, 24°53.4′E

Grammata (Γράμματα) on the NW corner of the island. It is a very attractive anchorage and it provides good shelter from the meltemi although there are high gusts from every direction. The rocks (W side) are covered with the names of seafarers who have sheltered here, hence the name Grammata - letters. Legend has it that the region in inhabited by feral rabbits which a kind soul had released to provide food for sailors waiting out a gale. You can anchor at the E side or at the W. Use a shore line. On the W side there are a number of tie-downs, the E side is less gusty.

Warning: The sketch and information provided by Heikell in the Greek Waters Pilot is not entirely correct. The depths are wrong!

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:

Map of Grammata
Click for larger view

Varis

World icon.png 37°23.1′N, 24°56.5′E - Chartlet
This is a pleasant bay on the SE of Syros. It provides good shelter from the meltemi but it is totally exposed to the S winds.

Velostasi

World icon.png 37°22′N, 24°53.2′E - Chartlet
This cove is in between Cape Velostasi and Varis. It provides some shelter from the meltemi. Should only be used for a quick lunch and swimming stop or in calm weather. Totally deserted.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Yacht Services and Repairs

Also see each Port

Marine Stores

  • There is an excellent chandler, Orologas (tel. +30 22810 82 254) in Ermoupolis near the shipyard, at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square)
  • A good chandler, the Maistrali, in shipyard area in Ermoupolis, they also have an outlet in Finikas
  • There is also a large store of the Marina chain along the road to the airpot

Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards

  • The Neorion Shipyard in Ermoupolis does major repairs and haul-out
  • Diesel engines: Mr. Rousos (+30 22810 87 419 or +30 6945 612 52)
  • Electrician: Mr. Antonis Dalmyras (+30 22810 87 142 or +30 6932 64 20 60) is a good boat electrician

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

See each Port.

Offshore Islands

None.

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Ermoupolis

See Ermoupolis.

Bronze Age Settlement

There is an excavated Bronze Age Settlement on the NE of the island. However, we have not been able to locate it after a several hour trek.

Galissas

It is well worth a visit to this nice bay. There are a number of attractive tavernas. Galissas is a favorite with the people from Syros for its wonderfull sunsets.

Grocery & Supply Stores

The market place in Ermoupolis is well worth a visit. They have everything. Make sure you buy a jar of capers and loukoumia (Turkish delight), both are specialties of Syros. In Finikas there is a "supermarket" about 50 m towards Ermoupolis. It is well supplied with basic provisions, bread, and fresh fruits. There is also a very good bakery and a fruit stand near the waterfront.

Eateries

  • In Finikas there is very good traditional food in the Foradenes. Also near by the Asotos Yios (+30 22810 43 722) serves many mezedes.
  • There are many good restaurants in Ermoupolis.
  • In Ano Syros the Lilys (+30 22810 88 087) which is the oldest restaurant in Syros is hard to beat both for its food and its view.

Internet/WiFi

In internet caféw.

Laundry

In Ermoupolis and in Finikas.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Several in Ermoupolis. In Finikas the marine store, the Maistrali, can make the arrangements.

Garbage Disposal

There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.

Transportation

There are daily flights from Athens. Also, there are several fast ferries every day to Piraeus.

Routes/Passages To/From

Cruiser's Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum

External Links

References & Publications

See Greece.


Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

See individual ports in this page.

Personal Notes


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