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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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:2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros | :2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros | ||
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==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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* Olympia Radio - VHF no signal | * Olympia Radio - VHF no signal | ||
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| + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Weather== | ==Weather== | ||
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==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
Approaches to Donousa are straightforward. | Approaches to Donousa are straightforward. | ||
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===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
==== Stavros==== | ==== Stavros==== | ||
| - | [[Image:Greece_Donous_Stavros.jpg| | + | [[Image:Greece_Donous_Stavros.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Stavros from the South<br />''Click for larger view'']] |
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|05.9|N|25|47.7|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|05.9|N|25|47.7|E|}}<br /> | ||
Stavros (Σταυρός) is the harbor of Donousa. It has a small quay where one can go stern-to, however, the harbor is not well protected and receives a good amount of swell. Not recommended. | Stavros (Σταυρός) is the harbor of Donousa. It has a small quay where one can go stern-to, however, the harbor is not well protected and receives a good amount of swell. Not recommended. | ||
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===Anchorages=== | ===Anchorages=== | ||
==== Dendro==== | ==== Dendro==== | ||
| - | [[Image:Greece_Donousa_Dentro_h.jpg| | + | [[Image:Greece_Donousa_Dentro_h.jpg|frame|right|Sketch of Dendro]] |
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|05.7|N|25|48.2|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|37|05.7|N|25|48.2|E|}}<br /> | ||
This cove is called Dendro (Δέντρο) or Kedhros (Κέδρος) or Kentro (Κέντρο) (all these names are in use). It is very safe even with gale force ''meltemi''. | This cove is called Dendro (Δέντρο) or Kedhros (Κέδρος) or Kentro (Κέντρο) (all these names are in use). It is very safe even with gale force ''meltemi''. | ||
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From here the village of Stavros is about a 20 minute walk. | From here the village of Stavros is about a 20 minute walk. | ||
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Image:Greece_Donousa1.jpg|The Cove<br />''Click for larger view'' | Image:Greece_Donousa1.jpg|The Cove<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
Image:Greece_Donousa2.jpg|Anchored Off<br />''Click for larger view'' | Image:Greece_Donousa2.jpg|Anchored Off<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
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This lovely bay is under the village of Mersini on north-east corner of the island. It provides an excellent shelter from the ''meltemi'' but because of the rocky bottom the holding may not be very good. | This lovely bay is under the village of Mersini on north-east corner of the island. It provides an excellent shelter from the ''meltemi'' but because of the rocky bottom the holding may not be very good. | ||
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: N/A | : N/A | ||
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One can take nice long walks on the island. The village of Mersini is particularly attractive in a very rustic way. | One can take nice long walks on the island. The village of Mersini is particularly attractive in a very rustic way. | ||
| - | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
* There are two stores in [[#Stavros|Stavros]] with some basic provisions | * There are two stores in [[#Stavros|Stavros]] with some basic provisions | ||
* There is a surprising good bakery in [[#Stavros|Stavros]] but it operates only during the summer months | * There is a surprising good bakery in [[#Stavros|Stavros]] but it operates only during the summer months | ||
| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
* There are three restaurants in [[#Stavros|Stavros]] | * There are three restaurants in [[#Stavros|Stavros]] | ||
* The ''Captan Yiorgis'' is quite good | * The ''Captan Yiorgis'' is quite good | ||
* The one on the E of the beach can be very good, and affords spectacular views of the sunset. | * The one on the E of the beach can be very good, and affords spectacular views of the sunset. | ||
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Available? | Available? | ||
| - | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
N/A. | N/A. | ||
| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
N/A. | N/A. | ||
| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
There are bins around the harbor. | There are bins around the harbor. | ||
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
There is a small ferry to/from [[Naxos]] and [[Amorgos]]. | There is a small ferry to/from [[Naxos]] and [[Amorgos]]. | ||
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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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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
| - | See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]. | + | ''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. |
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
* June 2010 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] | * June 2010 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] | ||
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[[Category:Islands - Greece]] [[Category:Ports - Greece]] [[Category:Anchorages - Greece]] | [[Category:Islands - Greece]] [[Category:Ports - Greece]] [[Category:Anchorages - Greece]] | ||
Revision as of 19:25, 17 February 2013
Donousa
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 Satellite view of Donousa - Click for larger view
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Donousa (Δονούσα) or Dhenoussa has an area of 13.75 km2, a 480 m peak, and altogether 110 inhabitants living in 4 villages: Stavros, Panagia, Mersini, and Mearia. It has a grade school and a middle school with 6 students!
During the summer in Stavros there are 3 restaurants, a rather sophisticated bakery, and at least 2 grocery stores, other than that there are no facilities.
The beach at Stavros is also very attractive but, unlike in Dendro, nudism and camping are discouraged.
Charts
- BA
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- 1040 Nísos Íos to Vrakhonisídha Kandhelioússa
- Imray-Tetra
- G34 Southern Cyclades (West)
- NIMA
- 54412 Nisos Amorgos & Plans in Astipalaia
- Greek
- 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- 423 Paros to Astypalia
Radio Nets
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Approaches to Donousa are straightforward.
Berthing Options
Ports
Stavros
Click for larger view
37°05.9′N, 25°47.7′E
Stavros (Σταυρός) is the harbor of Donousa. It has a small quay where one can go stern-to, however, the harbor is not well protected and receives a good amount of swell. Not recommended.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Dendro
37°05.7′N, 25°48.2′E
This cove is called Dendro (Δέντρο) or Kedhros (Κέδρος) or Kentro (Κέντρο) (all these names are in use). It is very safe even with gale force meltemi.
Drop anchor near the wreck at 4.5 m, if there is a strong wind use a 2nd anchor. The bottom is rocky and the holding is not uniform. Find a sandy spot to drop the anchors, and always check them with mask and snorkel.
When there is strong wind, there can be appreciable surf which makes landing with the dinghy a rather wet affair. In this case it is best to land in the tiny inlet on the east of the beach.
The sand at the Dendro cove is fine and clean. On the beach in the summer there is a nudist camp but the nudists do not bother anyone, nor do they dirty the beach or make any noise.
Unfortunately now there is a small taverna which spoils this previously pristine beach.
From here the village of Stavros is about a 20 minute walk.
 The Cove |
 Anchored Off |
Roussa
37°07.4′N, 25°49.3′E
This lovely bay is under the village of Mersini on north-east corner of the island. It provides an excellent shelter from the meltemi but because of the rocky bottom the holding may not be very good.
Offshore Islands
None.
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- N/A (Not Available)
- Water
- N/A
- Electricity
- N/A
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
One can take nice long walks on the island. The village of Mersini is particularly attractive in a very rustic way.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- There are two stores in Stavros with some basic provisions
- There is a surprising good bakery in Stavros but it operates only during the summer months
Eateries
- There are three restaurants in Stavros
- The Captan Yiorgis is quite good
- The one on the E of the beach can be very good, and affords spectacular views of the sunset.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
N/A.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor.
Transportation
There is a small ferry to/from Naxos and Amorgos.
Routes/Passages To/From
- Cruising the Cyclades Islands
- Passages between Athens Region and Samos - Kusadasi
- Passages between Athens Region and Rhodes - Marmaris
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
- Donousa (Wikipedia)
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:
- June 2010 --Istioploos
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