Aegina
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Aegina
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Aegina (Αίγινα) 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 its main harbour can be rather crowded, especially at weekends. Nevertheless, it is an attractive island to visit, especially early or late season, and there are several interesting ancient and historic sites to visit around the island. Most yachts berth at the main harbour, Aegina harbour, or alternatively at the small fishing harbour of Perdikas at the SW corner of the island. Shelter is good in both in most conditions, although strong S or SW winds make Aegina harbour uncomfortable and Perdikas potentially dangerous.
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
- Weather - VHF channel 86
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
The approach to Aegina is straightforward, although the approach from S passes through the channel of Steno Metopi, where the depths shoal to little over 8.0 metres and there can be rough seas in strong winds from NW or S. Closer in, there are shoal patches on either side of the entrance to Aegina harbour, marked with red conical buoys. Several fast ferries use the harbour and enter and exit at speed and caution is advised on entry.
Check-in facilities
None.
Ports and Popular Stops
Ports
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Aegina Harbour
37°44.7′N, 23°25.7′E - Panoramio
The harbor of Aegina, being close to Athens, is always crowded - especially at weekends. Yachts moor stern/bow-to using their anchors either on the N quay, where there are depths of 2.0 – 2.5 metres, or on the S quay, where there are depths at the Wend of 5.0 – 6.0 metres but little more than a metre at the E end near the slipway. A yacht should keep well off the quay in either spot, since the ferries cause quite a wash on entry. Outside the harbour is a small marina, Aegina Marina, protected by a long detached breakwater, where yachts berth on long pontoons. However, this is usually filled with local yachts on permanent moorings and there is little space for visitors.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- July 1997 --Istioploos
- July 2006 --Atheneoflymington 14:09, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
Perdikas harbour
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37°41.4′N, 23°27.1′E
The small harbour of Perdikas lies on the SW coast of the island, 3.5 miles SSE of Aegina harbour. The harbour offers reasonable shelter in settled weather, but is open W and strong winds from that direction make it untenable. Yachts moor stern/bows-to using their anchors wherever there is space, taking lines to one of the two stone jetties. Depths are variable from 2.0 to 3.0 metres, but less in areas of ballasting. Alternatively anchor off in the harbour in 5.0 – 6.0 metres. The holding is good in mud and sand.
There is also reportedly a nice cove ENE of Perdikas 37°40.7′N, 23°28.1′E which offers reasonable shelter from N and SE winds.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- July 1997 --Istioploos
- July 2006 --Athene of Lymington 14:45, 10 September 2011 (BST)
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Aegina Marina
- Yacht Club of Aegina.
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel by mini-tanker to the quay. Water and electricity on the N and S quays (but limited number of points).
Offshore Islands
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- 1991 --Istioploos
- July 2006 --Athene of Lymington 14:45, 10 September 2011 (BST)
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
A visit to the 5th century BC Doric Temple of Aphaia, located on the NE side of the island, is a must. Impressively sited on top of a bluff, there are views as far as Cape Sounion. Between the temple and Aegina harbour, a worthwhile diversion is to the sumptuous, domed monastery church of Agios Nektariou, built to commemorate a 20th century hermit monk with claimed miraculous healing powers, Anastasios Kefalas. The ruins of the old chora, Palaeochora, sited on top of a mountain with spectacular all-round views of the coast, are also worth clambering up to. Most of its churches are still consecrated, with icons inside, although the houses of those who worshipped there are long gone. For wildlife enthusiasts, the Hellenic Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, where injured (sadly, mostly shot) birds of prey are sent from all over Greece for rehabilitation, is a major attraction. In its cages can usually be seen some wonderful specimens of griffon vultures, golden eagles, pelicans, honey buzzards, Bonelli’s eagles and eagle owls. The Centre is run by Iannis, a charming bearded Greek who takes his duties very seriously.
Grocery & Supply Stores
There is a good supermarket and several provisions stores in the harbour of Aegina.
Eateries
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés.
Laundry
- In the harbour of Aegina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- In the harbour of Aegina.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbours and in several anchorages.
Transportation
There are daily ferries and hydrofoils to the mainland.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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 partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
References & Publications
See Greece.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports in this page.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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