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| - | + | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astypalea Astypalea] (Αστυπάλαια) or Astipalaia or Stampalia is an isolated island with an area of 96.85 km<sup>2</sup> withabout 1600 inhabitants. While it belongs to the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dodecanese Dodecanese group], geographically and historically it is closer associated with the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclades Cyclades]. The name comes from a mythological figure, Astypalea who was the daughter of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoenix_%28Iliad%29 Phoenix] and Perimedes and the sister of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Europa_%28mythology%29 Europa]. She had two sons with [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Poseidon.html Poseidon]: [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancaeus#Ancaeus_of_Samos Ancaeus], king of [[Samos]] and an [http://www.maicar.com/GML/ARGONAUTS.html Argonaut], and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurypylus Eurypylos], king of [[Kos]]. The history of Astypalea is long. The [http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/4/gh41.jsp?obj_id=3619 Archaeological Museum] exhibits several nice and legible inscriptions as well as some good photographs of the Roman mosaics found near Maltezana and a set of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classical_antiquity classical] coins from [[Chios]]. The island, which was part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byzantine_empire Byzantine Empire], was taken by the Venetians after the fall of Constantinople in 1207 during the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fourth_Crusade 4th crusade]. The Venetian family of Quirini owned the island until 1269 when It reverted to the Byzantines. The Quirinis built the large castle that today dominates the harbor. After the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fall_of_Constantinople fall of Constantinople] in 1453, the island became part of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ottoman_Empire Ottoman Empire]. In 1921 it was taken over by the Italians, who held it until 1948 when the Dodecanese were united with Greece. Today it is a very attractive and fairly remote island. | |
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Chora is the larger town in Astypalea. It surrounds the Quirini castle. The town is charming with its white washed buildings and many nooks and crannies. Many of the old buildings are in disrepair and, like in so many other Greek islands, are unfortunately not being repaired but are being replaced by concrete monsters. People have become too affluent to want to keep up the old houses. This is still a nice, off the beaten track island, well worth a visit. | Chora is the larger town in Astypalea. It surrounds the Quirini castle. The town is charming with its white washed buildings and many nooks and crannies. Many of the old buildings are in disrepair and, like in so many other Greek islands, are unfortunately not being repaired but are being replaced by concrete monsters. People have become too affluent to want to keep up the old houses. This is still a nice, off the beaten track island, well worth a visit. | ||
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{{Warning}}there can be very violent gusts near the lee coastline. | {{Warning}}there can be very violent gusts near the lee coastline. | ||
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==Berthing Options== | ==Berthing Options== | ||
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===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
====Skala==== | ====Skala==== | ||
| - | + | {{infobox |36|32.9|N|26|21.4|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Skala | |
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| + | | imagetext= Chart of Skala - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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Skala or Perigialos (Περίγιαλος) is a safe harbor but subject to violent gusts in a strong ''meltemi''. A new breakwater extension provides secure berthing for around 6-8 yachts med moored to the quay. Water and electricity points are installed and have now been connected (June 2013). Diesel can be ordered by telephone via a small truck from the nearby gasoline station. | Skala or Perigialos (Περίγιαλος) is a safe harbor but subject to violent gusts in a strong ''meltemi''. A new breakwater extension provides secure berthing for around 6-8 yachts med moored to the quay. Water and electricity points are installed and have now been connected (June 2013). Diesel can be ordered by telephone via a small truck from the nearby gasoline station. | ||
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* June 2013 -- [[User:Blome|Blome]] | * June 2013 -- [[User:Blome|Blome]] | ||
* April 2014 --[[User:LifePart2|LifePart2]] [[Image:Canada_Icon.png]] | * April 2014 --[[User:LifePart2|LifePart2]] [[Image:Canada_Icon.png]] | ||
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====Ayios Andreas==== | ====Ayios Andreas==== | ||
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This a new artificial harbor on the inner NW side of the island. According to the local fishermen, it provides all weather shelter. Facilities for water and electricity have not yet been connected (April 2014). There is room for a handful of yachts to dock against the wall. There is also good anchorage just outside the little harbour. The bay provides good shelter from West and South sector winds, but will get a bit of chop from Easterlies, and swell from Northerlies. There is a 6km road to Skala and the Hora, and also to Analipsi. There are no other facilities of any sort. Also the ferry to other islands departs from here. | This a new artificial harbor on the inner NW side of the island. According to the local fishermen, it provides all weather shelter. Facilities for water and electricity have not yet been connected (April 2014). There is room for a handful of yachts to dock against the wall. There is also good anchorage just outside the little harbour. The bay provides good shelter from West and South sector winds, but will get a bit of chop from Easterlies, and swell from Northerlies. There is a 6km road to Skala and the Hora, and also to Analipsi. There are no other facilities of any sort. Also the ferry to other islands departs from here. | ||
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
None. | None. | ||
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===Anchorages=== | ===Anchorages=== | ||
====Livadia Bay==== | ====Livadia Bay==== | ||
| - | + | {{infobox |36|32.46|N|26|20.7|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Livadia Bay | |
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| + | | imagetext= Chart of Livadia Bay - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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This is a large sandy bay just 1.5 nM around the castle south of [[#Skala|Skala]]. It is much less susceptible to the gusts and very comfortable. Good holding. | This is a large sandy bay just 1.5 nM around the castle south of [[#Skala|Skala]]. It is much less susceptible to the gusts and very comfortable. Good holding. | ||
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====Maltezana Bay==== | ====Maltezana Bay==== | ||
| - | + | {{infobox |36|34.5|N|26|23.2|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Maltezana Bay | |
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| + | | imagetext= Chart of Maltezana - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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The bay of Maltezana (Μαλτεζάνα) provides good shelter for N to SW winds but it is somewhat exposed to the SE. There is a small quay and you may, if there is room, be able too moor at its edge. Otherwise anchor off-shore at 4 m, the bottom is sand and light weed, good holding. | The bay of Maltezana (Μαλτεζάνα) provides good shelter for N to SW winds but it is somewhat exposed to the SE. There is a small quay and you may, if there is room, be able too moor at its edge. Otherwise anchor off-shore at 4 m, the bottom is sand and light weed, good holding. | ||
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<center style="clear: both;"><gallery Caption="Maltezana" widths="220px" heights="180px" perrow="3"> | <center style="clear: both;"><gallery Caption="Maltezana" widths="220px" heights="180px" perrow="3"> | ||
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====Vathi==== | ====Vathi==== | ||
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Vathi or Vathy or Mesa Vathi (Μέσα Βαθύ) is a landlocked inlet on NE of the island. It provides very good shelter with all winds. Thick weed bottom makes anchoring in some places difficult. | Vathi or Vathy or Mesa Vathi (Μέσα Βαθύ) is a landlocked inlet on NE of the island. It provides very good shelter with all winds. Thick weed bottom makes anchoring in some places difficult. | ||
| - | Many fishing boats use the inlet and it can be very crowded near the taverna (which is best with N and SW winds) but there is plenty of room off the E shore ( | + | Many fishing boats use the inlet and it can be very crowded near the taverna (which is best with N and SW winds) but there is plenty of room off the E shore ({{Poi coord|36|37.1|N|26|24.5|E|}}) (best for SE winds). |
The ''Galini'' taverna is excellent. The sea is somewhat brackish. | The ''Galini'' taverna is excellent. The sea is somewhat brackish. | ||
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====Agrilithi Bay==== | ====Agrilithi Bay==== | ||
| - | + | {{infobox |36|34.77|N|26|25.4|E| | |
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Agrilithi (Αγριολίθι) or Agriolithi Bay is a very secure anchorage on the SE side of the island. The violent gusts and the considerable amount of surf, coupled with an ugly kiln and a large rusted crane make this cove less than attractive but if you proceed further in it is rather pleasant. According to the local fishermen, this and Vathi are the most secure anchorages with S winds. | Agrilithi (Αγριολίθι) or Agriolithi Bay is a very secure anchorage on the SE side of the island. The violent gusts and the considerable amount of surf, coupled with an ugly kiln and a large rusted crane make this cove less than attractive but if you proceed further in it is rather pleasant. According to the local fishermen, this and Vathi are the most secure anchorages with S winds. | ||
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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====North Cove==== | ====North Cove==== | ||
| - | + | {{infobox |36|35.6|N|26|16.89|E| | |
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This attractive cove looks promising for an anchorage protected from the S wind. | This attractive cove looks promising for an anchorage protected from the S wind. | ||
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====NE Coves==== | ====NE Coves==== | ||
| - | + | {{infobox |36|35.1|N|26|24.1|E| | |
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| - | This delightful, but deserted cove provides good shelter from the South and East, but gets some swell coming in when winds are westerly. Open to the North. The holding is good, and the depths are deeper than suggested on the chart - you can go right in and anchor in 3-4 meters on sand. The little cove to the East has a small dock to which you can tie a dinghy. There is a road going in to Analipsi - probably about 3km, but I didn't walk it. | + | | mapzoom= 15 |
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| + | | imagetext= The Northeast Side of Astypalea - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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| + | This delightful, but deserted cove provides good shelter from the South and East, but gets some swell coming in when winds are westerly. Open to the North. The holding is good, and the depths are deeper than suggested on the chart - you can go right in and anchor in 3-4 meters on sand. The little cove to the East has a small dock to which you can tie a dinghy. There is a road going in to Analipsi - probably about 3km, but I didn't walk it. | ||
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====Kounoupi==== | ====Kounoupi==== | ||
| - | + | {{image right|Greece_Astypalea_Kounoupi.jpg |The cove at Kounoupi - ''Click for larger view'' }} | |
| - | + | There is an anchorage {{Poi coord|36|31.5|N|26|27.8|E|}} on the west cove of this uninhabited islet to the SE of Astypalea. It affords some shelter from the ''meltemi''. | |
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| Astypalea
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 Satellite View of Astypalea - Click for larger view |
Astypalea (Αστυπάλαια) or Astipalaia or Stampalia is an isolated island with an area of 96.85 km2 withabout 1600 inhabitants. While it belongs to the Dodecanese group, geographically and historically it is closer associated with the Cyclades. The name comes from a mythological figure, Astypalea who was the daughter of Phoenix and Perimedes and the sister of Europa. She had two sons with Poseidon: Ancaeus, king of Samos and an Argonaut, and Eurypylos, king of Kos. The history of Astypalea is long. The Archaeological Museum exhibits several nice and legible inscriptions as well as some good photographs of the Roman mosaics found near Maltezana and a set of classical coins from Chios. The island, which was part of the Byzantine Empire, was taken by the Venetians after the fall of Constantinople in 1207 during the 4th crusade. The Venetian family of Quirini owned the island until 1269 when It reverted to the Byzantines. The Quirinis built the large castle that today dominates the harbor. After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, the island became part of the Ottoman Empire. In 1921 it was taken over by the Italians, who held it until 1948 when the Dodecanese were united with Greece. Today it is a very attractive and fairly remote island.
Chora is the larger town in Astypalea. It surrounds the Quirini castle. The town is charming with its white washed buildings and many nooks and crannies. Many of the old buildings are in disrepair and, like in so many other Greek islands, are unfortunately not being repaired but are being replaced by concrete monsters. People have become too affluent to want to keep up the old houses. This is still a nice, off the beaten track island, well worth a visit.
Near the castle is the lovely church of Παναγία Πορταΐτισα (Panayia Portaitisa - Our Lady of the Gate). It has a very nice roof and a well kept garden. The castle itself is in a sad condition. Only two of its churches have been kept, the rest are in ruins. The view is wonderful. Walk through the old ramparts and then down through the town and back to Skala. All together you will like Astypalea. It still has many old houses and it is low key.
Charts
- BA
- 1040 Nísos Íos to Vrakhonisídha Kandhelioússa
- 3922 Astipalia (Stampalia) Island
- Imray-Tetra
- G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey
- G34 Southern Cyclades
- NIMA
- 54410 Nisos Astipalaia
- 54412 Nisos Amorgos & Plans in Astipalaia
- Greek
- 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- 423 Paros to Astypalia
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & telephone +30 2430 61 208
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 23
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Approaches to Astypalea are straightforward but,
Warning: there can be very violent gusts near the lee coastline.
Berthing Options
Skala is the main harbor but there are several other well protected anchorages however, they all suffer from the fierce gusts.
Ports
Skala
| Skala
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 Chart of Skala - Click for larger view |
Skala or Perigialos (Περίγιαλος) is a safe harbor but subject to violent gusts in a strong meltemi. A new breakwater extension provides secure berthing for around 6-8 yachts med moored to the quay. Water and electricity points are installed and have now been connected (June 2013). Diesel can be ordered by telephone via a small truck from the nearby gasoline station.
It is also possible to moor stern to or alongside the outer quay but it is sometimes crowded and close to the ferries,and not at all protected from the Meltemi. Alternatively, one or two yachts can anchor at the northern end of the bay, staying well clear of the anchors of yachts moored on the quay. Good holding in sand. The Hellenic Coast Guard is friendly, moderately helpful and their port fee is miniscule (2.12 EU for 45' in 2011)
I was told by a fisherman that entering or leaving the harbour with SE winds/waves can be tricky. An alternative, I was told, is Maltezana Bay or, of course, the bays on the north side of the islands narrow isthmus - Agios Nikolaos or the North East Cove -but these are both a few kilometers from any kind of civilization. - April 2014 --LifePart2 
Skala is an attractive town and has a number of restaurants and a few stores with limited provisions. The gas station is not too far but up-hill. The town of Chora is about 15 minutes walk up the steep road.
An alternative to Skala is Livadia Bay about 1.5 nM to the S.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- September 2008 --Athene of Lymington
- August 2012 --Istioploos
Travels with S/Y Thetis
- June 2013 -- Blome
- April 2014 --LifePart2
 New yacht harbour |
 Chora & Skala |
 Chora |
Ayios Andreas
| Ayios Andreas
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 Chart of Ayios Andreas - Click for larger view |
This a new artificial harbor on the inner NW side of the island. According to the local fishermen, it provides all weather shelter. Facilities for water and electricity have not yet been connected (April 2014). There is room for a handful of yachts to dock against the wall. There is also good anchorage just outside the little harbour. The bay provides good shelter from West and South sector winds, but will get a bit of chop from Easterlies, and swell from Northerlies. There is a 6km road to Skala and the Hora, and also to Analipsi. There are no other facilities of any sort. Also the ferry to other islands departs from here.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Livadia Bay
| Livadia Bay
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 Chart of Livadia Bay - Click for larger view |
This is a large sandy bay just 1.5 nM around the castle south of Skala. It is much less susceptible to the gusts and very comfortable. Good holding.
It is a very attractive sandy beach, low key, with just a couple of restaurants and a few bathers. No provisions. Chora is about a 30 minutes pleasant walk (2.5 km).
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2012 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
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 A comfortable anchorage |
Maltezana Bay
| Maltezana Bay
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 Chart of Maltezana - Click for larger view |
The bay of Maltezana (Μαλτεζάνα) provides good shelter for N to SW winds but it is somewhat exposed to the SE. There is a small quay and you may, if there is room, be able too moor at its edge. Otherwise anchor off-shore at 4 m, the bottom is sand and light weed, good holding.
Also during the off season there are several moorings that one can use.
Ashore there is a very good Italian/pizzeria restaurant, Kokkino piperi, and a good mini-market.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2012 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
 The Harbor |
 The quay |
 Anchored off-shore |
Vathi
| Vathi
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 Chart of Vathi - Click for larger view |
Vathi or Vathy or Mesa Vathi (Μέσα Βαθύ) is a landlocked inlet on NE of the island. It provides very good shelter with all winds. Thick weed bottom makes anchoring in some places difficult.
Many fishing boats use the inlet and it can be very crowded near the taverna (which is best with N and SW winds) but there is plenty of room off the E shore (Template:Poi coord) (best for SE winds).
The Galini taverna is excellent. The sea is somewhat brackish.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- October 2003 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
 Vathi, E Side |
 Mesa Vathi |
Agrilithi Bay
| Agrilithi Bay
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 Chart of Agrilithi Bay - Click for larger view |
Agrilithi (Αγριολίθι) or Agriolithi Bay is a very secure anchorage on the SE side of the island. The violent gusts and the considerable amount of surf, coupled with an ugly kiln and a large rusted crane make this cove less than attractive but if you proceed further in it is rather pleasant. According to the local fishermen, this and Vathi are the most secure anchorages with S winds.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2012 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
North Cove
| North Cove
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 North Cove - Click for larger view |
This attractive cove looks promising for an anchorage protected from the S wind.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
NE Coves
| NE Coves
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 The Northeast Side of Astypalea - Click for larger view |
This delightful, but deserted cove provides good shelter from the South and East, but gets some swell coming in when winds are westerly. Open to the North. The holding is good, and the depths are deeper than suggested on the chart - you can go right in and anchor in 3-4 meters on sand. The little cove to the East has a small dock to which you can tie a dinghy. There is a road going in to Analipsi - probably about 3km, but I didn't walk it.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- April 2014 --LifePart2
Offshore Islands
Kounoupi
There is an anchorage Template:Poi coord on the west cove of this uninhabited islet to the SE of Astypalea. It affords some shelter from the meltemi.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2012 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- Is available in Skala it can be ordered by telephone via a small truck from the nearby gasoline station
- Water
- In Skala (2013)
- Electricity
- In Skala (2013)
Things to do Ashore
 Aerial View of Astypalea Click for larger view |
 Chora Click for larger view |
 Panayia Portaitisa Click for larger view |
 Double Church in Chora Click for larger view |
Tourism
Other than Chora with the Quirini Castle and the Panayia Portaitisa Church. There are the convents of Panayia Flevaritissa and of Livia.
There is also the grotto Dracospillia near Vathi with stalagmites and stalactites and Negro's Grotto near Vatses, formerly a pirate's den.
An excursion to the Castle of St. John on the NW shore of the island is also interesting. The road map is not very accurate on the details and the tourist guide's description of a "lush valley" is really a dry river bank with a few anemic oleanders. There are also any sandy and remote beaches.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Good stores in Chora
- There are several mini-super markets very near the harbour in Skala
Eateries
- In Chora there are many attractive restaurants and bars
- In Skala there are several restaurants, two to the W end of the waterfront street are probably the best and have free WiFi also (2011). Good mezedes at the Steki.
- Also in Skala the Maistrali Restaurant has the best seafood, free WLAN and Computer inside.
- In Malezana the Italian/pizzeria restaurant, Kokkino piperi' serves good food
- The Galini taverna at Vathi is excellent and operates year round
- There are two tavernas in Livadhia
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés. Many in Skala] offer free, but slow, service.
Laundry
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Motorbike & Car Rentals
Can be rented in Skala and in Chora.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.
Transportation
There are six flights a week to Athens and 3-4 ferries and hydrofoils to Kos and Rhodes.
Routes/Passages To/From
Cruiser's Friends
[email protected] can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Astypalea (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- What a delightful little island - no hint of tourism or money grabbing. We were here for Easter, and were invited in for a friends and family party by the owners of AL Dente restaurant up in the Hora. Incidentally, they also cooked the best meal we have had in months - Octopus in red wine sauce, squid with linguini, and cheese croquettes - with a half liter of red wine, all for 18 euro for 2. The Greek Orthodox church for the Easter Saturday service was fascinating too! See our blog for a fuller description: Our Big Fat Greek Easter - April 2014 --LifePart2
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