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| - | The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corinth_Canal Corinth Canal] (Διώρυγα της Κορίνθου) is a canal that connects the [[Korinthiakos_Kolpos|Gulf of Corinth]] with the [[West_Saronikos|Saronic Gulf]] in the Aegean Sea. The canal was built between 1881 and 1893, cutting through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth that separates the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peloponnesos Peloponnesian] peninsula from the Greek mainland, effectively making the former an island. The canal is 6.3 kilometre (4 nM) in length and only 25 metres wide. The depth is kept dredged to 6.5 metres along its entire length. | + | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | [[Image:Corinth_Canal.jpg|350px]]Corinth Canal - Photo: ''NASA'' |
| + | |}{{TOCleft}}The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corinth_Canal Corinth Canal] (Διώρυγα της Κορίνθου) is a canal that connects the [[Korinthiakos_Kolpos|Gulf of Corinth]] with the [[West_Saronikos|Saronic Gulf]] in the Aegean Sea. The canal was built between 1881 and 1893, cutting through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth that separates the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peloponnesos Peloponnesian] peninsula from the Greek mainland, effectively making the former an island. The canal is 6.3 kilometre (4 nM) in length and only 25 metres wide. The depth is kept dredged to 6.5 metres along its entire length. | ||
The winds and currents tend to flow through the canal from either direction, depending on the prevailing wind, and the current can run at up to 3.0 knots (although 1.0 – 1.5 knots is more usual). Two road bridges at either end of the canal are lowered periodically to allow boats through. There is a waiting quay at the E end where yachts can complete the paperwork and pay the dues for transiting but none at the W end, where yachts need to anchor or mill around waiting for the signal to proceed. Yachts are given the lowest priority for transiting and will sometimes have to follow commercial vessels (at a sensible distance). The canal is open 24 hrs a day except for Tuesdays, when the canal is closed for routine repairs. Currently the canal is operated by Greek government staff, but is due to be privatized again during 2012-13. | The winds and currents tend to flow through the canal from either direction, depending on the prevailing wind, and the current can run at up to 3.0 knots (although 1.0 – 1.5 knots is more usual). Two road bridges at either end of the canal are lowered periodically to allow boats through. There is a waiting quay at the E end where yachts can complete the paperwork and pay the dues for transiting but none at the W end, where yachts need to anchor or mill around waiting for the signal to proceed. Yachts are given the lowest priority for transiting and will sometimes have to follow commercial vessels (at a sensible distance). The canal is open 24 hrs a day except for Tuesdays, when the canal is closed for routine repairs. Currently the canal is operated by Greek government staff, but is due to be privatized again during 2012-13. | ||
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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| - | ;BA | + | : 1600 Korinthiakós Kólpos - Diórigha Korinthou |
| - | :1600 Korinthiakós Kólpos - Diórigha Korinthou | + | ; Imray-Tetra |
| - | ;Imray-Tetra | + | : G13 Gulfs of Patras and Corinth |
| - | :G13 Gulfs of Patras and Corinth | + | ; NIMA |
| - | ;NIMA | + | : 54338 Approaches to (A) Korinthiakos and (B) Isthmia |
| - | :54338 Approaches to (A) Korinthiakos and (B) Isthmia | + | ; |
| - | ; | + | : 232 Korinthiakos Kolpos |
| - | :232 Korinthiakos Kolpos | + | : 413 Saronikos Kolpos |
| - | :413 Saronikos Kolpos | + | |
==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 or Tel. +30 27410 30 880 | * Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 or Tel. +30 27410 30 880 | ||
* Canal Authority - VHF channel 11 | * Canal Authority - VHF channel 11 | ||
* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02 & 64 | * Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02 & 64 | ||
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| + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Approach and Navigation == | ==Approach and Navigation == | ||
| - | ===Poseidonia (West End)=== | + | ====Poseidonia (West End)==== |
| + | [[Image:Greece_CorinthCanalW_h.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Chart of Poseidonia Entrance to Corinth Canal]] | ||
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|57.2|N|22|57.44|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|57.2|N|22|57.44|E|}}<br /> | ||
A yacht should call Corinth Canal Control on VHF channel 11 when around an hour from the canal to announce arrival and enquire about the next transit from W to E. | A yacht should call Corinth Canal Control on VHF channel 11 when around an hour from the canal to announce arrival and enquire about the next transit from W to E. | ||
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| - | ===Isthmia (East End)=== | + | ====Isthmia (East End)==== |
| - | [[Image:Greece_CorinthCanalE_h.jpg| | + | [[Image:Greece_CorinthCanalE_h.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Chart of Isthmia Entrance to Corinth Canal]] |
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|54.91|N|23|0.61|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|54.91|N|23|0.61|E|}}<br /> | ||
A yacht should call Corinth Canal Control on VHF channel 11 when around an hour from the canal to announce arrival and enquire about the next transit from E to W. If approaching from this E side at Isthmia ( Ίσθμια), you will need to go alongside the quay to port side of the channel and visit the office to complete the paperwork and pay the fee. The quay is quite high and the bollards widely spaced, although there are some lower sections with steps. Once you have completed the formalities, keep listening watch on VHF channel 11 for notification when you can proceed. The staff will usually give you a rough estimate of the waiting time. The road bridge will lower and the lights will go green when it is safe to enter. Note that if they stay red it indicates that W-E traffic is coming though and you '''must''' not attempt to enter. If in doubt, call on the VHF. There is a restaurant where you can pass some of the waiting time. | A yacht should call Corinth Canal Control on VHF channel 11 when around an hour from the canal to announce arrival and enquire about the next transit from E to W. If approaching from this E side at Isthmia ( Ίσθμια), you will need to go alongside the quay to port side of the channel and visit the office to complete the paperwork and pay the fee. The quay is quite high and the bollards widely spaced, although there are some lower sections with steps. Once you have completed the formalities, keep listening watch on VHF channel 11 for notification when you can proceed. The staff will usually give you a rough estimate of the waiting time. The road bridge will lower and the lights will go green when it is safe to enter. Note that if they stay red it indicates that W-E traffic is coming though and you '''must''' not attempt to enter. If in doubt, call on the VHF. There is a restaurant where you can pass some of the waiting time. | ||
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==Passage through the Canal== | ==Passage through the Canal== | ||
| - | [[Image:CorinthYacht.jpg| | + | [[Image:CorinthYacht.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Yacht in the Corinth Canal<br />''Click for larger view'']] |
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While transiting the canal you must, as advised above, stay in contact with the controller via VHF channel 11 ( a hand held unit on the cockpit is a real help). | While transiting the canal you must, as advised above, stay in contact with the controller via VHF channel 11 ( a hand held unit on the cockpit is a real help). | ||
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==Forum Discussions== | ==Forum Discussions== | ||
| - | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | + | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') |
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''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. | ''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. | ||
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==Personal Notes== | ==Personal Notes== | ||
Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
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| + | ====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==== | ||
| + | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
| + | * September 2004 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] | ||
| + | * September 2011 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 11:41, 14 September 2011 (BST) | ||
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| - | '''Names''': [[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]], [[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] | + | '''Names''': [[User:Lighthouse|Lighthouse]], [[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]], [[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] |
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Revision as of 15:45, 5 March 2013
Corinth Canal
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing through the Corinth Canal.
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 Corinth Canal - Photo: NASA
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The winds and currents tend to flow through the canal from either direction, depending on the prevailing wind, and the current can run at up to 3.0 knots (although 1.0 – 1.5 knots is more usual). Two road bridges at either end of the canal are lowered periodically to allow boats through. There is a waiting quay at the E end where yachts can complete the paperwork and pay the dues for transiting but none at the W end, where yachts need to anchor or mill around waiting for the signal to proceed. Yachts are given the lowest priority for transiting and will sometimes have to follow commercial vessels (at a sensible distance). The canal is open 24 hrs a day except for Tuesdays, when the canal is closed for routine repairs. Currently the canal is operated by Greek government staff, but is due to be privatized again during 2012-13.
It best to contact canal operator by either e-mail, telephone (+30 27410 30 880) or on the VHF channel 11 (must do so before entering anyways) for the latest information or to call the Limenarchio (Coast Guard) (+30 27410 37 777 VHF channel 12).
Charts
- BA
- 1600 Korinthiakós Kólpos - Diórigha Korinthou
- Imray-Tetra
- G13 Gulfs of Patras and Corinth
- NIMA
- 54338 Approaches to (A) Korinthiakos and (B) Isthmia
- 232 Korinthiakos Kolpos
- 413 Saronikos Kolpos
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 or Tel. +30 27410 30 880
- Canal Authority - VHF channel 11
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02 & 64
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Poseidonia (West End)
37°57.2′N, 22°57.44′E
A yacht should call Corinth Canal Control on VHF channel 11 when around an hour from the canal to announce arrival and enquire about the next transit from W to E.
Usually on the West (Poseidonia - Ποσειδωνία) side you will have anchor off on arrival and wait your turn, which may take several hours at busy periods. Once you are given clearance you must stay in contact with the controller via VHF channel 11 (a hand held unit on the cockpit is a real help). The road bridge will lower and the lights will go green when it is safe to enter. Note that if they stay red it indicates that E-W traffic is coming though and you must not attempt to enter. If in doubt, call on the VHF. After the transit you need to go alongside on the quay to starboard at the E end at Isthmia and go to the canal office to pay the fee. Note that the quay is quite high and bollards widely spaced; however there are some lower sections with steps.
 The W entrance |
 The W bridge lowered for transit |
Isthmia (East End)
37°54.91′N, 23°0.61′E
A yacht should call Corinth Canal Control on VHF channel 11 when around an hour from the canal to announce arrival and enquire about the next transit from E to W. If approaching from this E side at Isthmia ( Ίσθμια), you will need to go alongside the quay to port side of the channel and visit the office to complete the paperwork and pay the fee. The quay is quite high and the bollards widely spaced, although there are some lower sections with steps. Once you have completed the formalities, keep listening watch on VHF channel 11 for notification when you can proceed. The staff will usually give you a rough estimate of the waiting time. The road bridge will lower and the lights will go green when it is safe to enter. Note that if they stay red it indicates that W-E traffic is coming though and you must not attempt to enter. If in doubt, call on the VHF. There is a restaurant where you can pass some of the waiting time.
Warning: While you are alongside the quay on the E side be aware of the very strong turbulence created by large ships. Use plenty of spring lines and fenders.
 The E entrance |
 Yacht on the quay at Isthmiat |
 Waiting for the Canal Passage |
Passage through the Canal
Click for larger view
While transiting the canal you must, as advised above, stay in contact with the controller via VHF channel 11 ( a hand held unit on the cockpit is a real help).
In general the passage through the canal is uneventful if you maintain enough speed to have complete control of your yacht but resist the urging of the control operator to speed up. Remember that they are used to large ships and not small yachts. A speed of around 5 – 6 knots is usually enough to keep steerage control in the event of turbulence and to keep the controller happy.
Danger: While transiting try to stay well behind any large ship ahead of you to avoid losing control because of the turbulence.
Warning: There is a current in the canal which can reach 3 knots (although 1.0 – 1.5 is more usual). Its direction can be either way, depending on the state of the tides.
Routes/Passages To/From
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Corinth Canal Authority (in Greek)
- Current fees (in Greek)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- September 2004 --Istioploos
- September 2011 --Athene of Lymington 11:41, 14 September 2011 (BST)
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