Aegina
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Aigina & Angistri
Background
Aegina (Αίγινα) or Aiyina or Egina is an island in the middle of the Saronic Gulf. Because it is only about 15 nM from the coast of Athens it is visited very frequently by athenian yachts and it can be rather crowded.
Charts
BA 1657 Saronikós Kólpos
Imray-Tetra G14 Saronic and Argolic Gulf
NIMA 54344 Saronicos Kolpos & K. Petalion
Greek 413 Saronikos Kolpos
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF 12
The approaches to either Aigina or Angistri are straightforward.
Ports and Popular Stops
Aegina Harbor
The harbor of Aegina [37° 44.7' N 23° 25.5' E] being close to Athens, is always crowded especially during the weekends. Tie anywhere you can find a place, or even better avoid the harbor.
Anchorages
Perdikas
In Perdikas (Πέρδικας) [37° 41.4' N 23° 27.1' E] you can find good fish at Nontas. Cove E. of Perdika [37° 40.7' N 023° 28.2' E] (1997).
Offshore Islands
Angistri
Angistri (Αγκίστρι) [37° 43' N 23° 21' E] is a small island W of Aegina. It has a small crowded harbor but you can usually anchor off except when a strong NE-E wind blows.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
In Aigina, a visit to the Temple of Aphaia, located on the NE side of the island, is must.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
None.
Grocery Stores
There are modest stores in the harbors of Aigina and Angistri.
Eateries
- Many restaurants in the harbors of Aigina and Angistri.
- In Perdikas Nontas' always has very fresh fish.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- In the harbor of Aigina.
Marine Stores & Facilities
None.
Repairs
None.
Transportation
There daily ferries to the mainland.
References & Publications
See Greece.
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
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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