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==Durrës==
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==Durrës (Port of Entry)==
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[[Image:Albania_DurresPortS.jpg|350px|thumb|right|''' Satellite view of Durrës Harbor '''<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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[[Image:Albania_Durres.jpg|350px|thumb|right|''' The Harbor '''<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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==Background==
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durrës Durrës] (Greek: Dyrrhachion - Δυρράχιον; Italian: Durazzo) is the ancient Greek colony Epidamnos which was later renamed by the Romans to Dyrr(h)achium. Today it is one of the largest and most important cities in Albania. It located in the Adriatic Sea, about 33 km west of Tirana. It has a population of about 114,000 inhabitants (2003 census). The city was founded with the name of Epidamnos in 627 BC by colonists mostly from Corcyra (ancient name for [[Corfu]]) and a few from [[Korinthiakos_Kolpos#Corinth|Corinth]].
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The harbor of Dyrrachion bares no relationship to the harbors of [[Sarandë]] and [[Vlorë]]. It is a large, modern, and safe harbor. Of course, the harbor was constucted under specifications to serve large passenger, cargo, and cruise ships. Also, in a section of the harbor there are large fishing boats, a kind of fish loading zone. The area surrounding the quay is fenced and is strictly guarded. Entrance to this area is restricted. Within this area are all the official buildings: Harbor Master, Customs, Police, Security, Fire Station, etc.
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Moor side-to the quay of the fenced-in customs area.
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''See'' [[Albania#Charts|Albania]].
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====Radio Nets====
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==Radio Nets==
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==Weather==
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==Local Weather==
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''See'' [[Albania#Climate_.26_Weather|Albania]].
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==Approach and Navigation==
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<font color=red>Warning:</font>There are shallow waters but there is safe channel designated by buoys.
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==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)==
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Before entering the harbor, especially if this is your first port into Albania, hail the harbor master in VHF channel 11.
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You will be met by a group of officials at the quay for a process of filling in endless forms by the officials. You will be warned that:
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#  the use of the inflatable dinghy is strictly forbidden while we are in the Albanian territorial waters, and
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# prior to departing from the harbor you must notify the authorities so that they can come, check you out and give you the departure permission!
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Finally, you will be presented with a substantial bill.
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====Offshore Islands====
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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===Anchorages===
List details of all safe anchorages in the area.
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[[Image:Albania_DurresAmpitheater.jpg|350px|thumb|right|''' The amphitheatre of Durrës '''<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durrës_Amphitheatre Roman Amphitheater] which is the largest in the Balkans is located in the city close to the harbor and is well worth a visit.
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durrës Durrës]  (Wikipedia)
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==References & Publications==
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==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''==
==''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''==
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
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Revision as of 22:37, 28 March 2011

Durrës (Port of Entry)

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 41°18.3′N, 19°27.3′E
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Satellite view of Durrës Harbor
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The Harbor
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Durrës (Greek: Dyrrhachion - Δυρράχιον; Italian: Durazzo) is the ancient Greek colony Epidamnos which was later renamed by the Romans to Dyrr(h)achium. Today it is one of the largest and most important cities in Albania. It located in the Adriatic Sea, about 33 km west of Tirana. It has a population of about 114,000 inhabitants (2003 census). The city was founded with the name of Epidamnos in 627 BC by colonists mostly from Corcyra (ancient name for Corfu) and a few from Corinth.

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The harbor of Dyrrachion bares no relationship to the harbors of Sarandë and Vlorë. It is a large, modern, and safe harbor. Of course, the harbor was constucted under specifications to serve large passenger, cargo, and cruise ships. Also, in a section of the harbor there are large fishing boats, a kind of fish loading zone. The area surrounding the quay is fenced and is strictly guarded. Entrance to this area is restricted. Within this area are all the official buildings: Harbor Master, Customs, Police, Security, Fire Station, etc.

Moor side-to the quay of the fenced-in customs area.

Charts

See Albania.

Radio Nets

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

  • Albanian Coast Guard - VHF 11

Local Weather

See Albania.

Approach and Navigation

Warning:There are shallow waters but there is safe channel designated by buoys.

Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)

Before entering the harbor, especially if this is your first port into Albania, hail the harbor master in VHF channel 11.

You will be met by a group of officials at the quay for a process of filling in endless forms by the officials. You will be warned that:

  1. the use of the inflatable dinghy is strictly forbidden while we are in the Albanian territorial waters, and
  2. prior to departing from the harbor you must notify the authorities so that they can come, check you out and give you the departure permission!

Finally, you will be presented with a substantial bill.

Offshore Islands and Groups

List Islands

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

The only marina in Albania is Oricum.

Anchorages

List details of all safe anchorages in the area.

Yacht Repairs and Services

None.

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

The amphitheatre of Durrës
Click for larger view

The Roman Amphitheater which is the largest in the Balkans is located in the city close to the harbor and is well worth a visit.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

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Transportation

Transportation (local and/or international)

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 Albania.

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?


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