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- | {{TOCleft}} | + | | colspan="2" style="text-align:center; font-size: smaller;" | [[Image:Syros5.jpg|350px]]Ermoupolis, Syros |
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- | [ | + | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ermoupoli Ermoupolis] (Ερμούπολις) or Hermoupolis is a large commercial harbor part of a sizable town. While we love the town we do not like the harbor. |
==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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''See [[Syros#Charts|Syros]]''. | ''See [[Syros#Charts|Syros]]''. | ||
==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 | * Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 | ||
* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04 | * Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04 | ||
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+ | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
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==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
- | See [[Syros#Approach_and_Navigation|Syros]]. | + | ''See [[Syros#Approach_and_Navigation|Syros]]''. |
- | ==Check-in facilities== | + | ==Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)== |
If you are checking into Greece here, before you enter the harbor either hail the Coast Guard (''Limenarchio'') in VHF Channel 12 or call them at +30 22810 22 633. The Customs are right next to the Coast Guard, but the Passport Control office is some distance N of the Town Hall. You may need to take a taxi. | If you are checking into Greece here, before you enter the harbor either hail the Coast Guard (''Limenarchio'') in VHF Channel 12 or call them at +30 22810 22 633. The Customs are right next to the Coast Guard, but the Passport Control office is some distance N of the Town Hall. You may need to take a taxi. | ||
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- | + | [[Image:Greece_Syros_Ermoupolis_h.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Chart of Ermoupolis Harbor<br />''Click for larger view'']] | |
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+ | The harbor has an uncomfortable swell during the ''meltemi'' season and there are always the annoying wakes of the ferries. | ||
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+ | You can moor stern-to or alonside the quay clockwise from the statue of Hermes in the north of the harbour. | ||
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+ | The bottom is mud and provides good holding. | ||
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- | ==Marinas & Yacht Clubs== | + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== |
A new marina has been built and it usuable but as of 2010 it was still not operating. It is situated S of the commercial harbor, about a 20 minute walk from the town. During the ''meltemi'' there is a consederable swell. | A new marina has been built and it usuable but as of 2010 it was still not operating. It is situated S of the commercial harbor, about a 20 minute walk from the town. During the ''meltemi'' there is a consederable swell. | ||
- | ==Anchorages== | + | ===Anchorages=== |
''See [[Syros#Anchorages|Syros]]''. | ''See [[Syros#Anchorages|Syros]]''. | ||
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+ | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
+ | None. | ||
==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
====Marine Stores==== | ====Marine Stores==== | ||
- | * There is an excellent chandler, Orologas (tel. +30 22810 82 254) near the shipyard, at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square). | + | * There is an excellent chandler, Orologas (tel. +30 22810 82 254) near the shipyard, at the ''Platia Iroon'' (Heroes Square). |
* A good chandler, the ''Maistrali'', in shipyard area, they also have an outlet in Finikas. | * A good chandler, the ''Maistrali'', in shipyard area, they also have an outlet in Finikas. | ||
* There is also a large store of the ''Marina'' chain along the road to the airpot. | * There is also a large store of the ''Marina'' chain along the road to the airpot. | ||
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: A mini-tanker make fuel deliveries | : A mini-tanker make fuel deliveries | ||
; Water | ; Water | ||
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; Electricity | ; Electricity | ||
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- | == | + | ==Things to do Ashore== |
- | === Tourism === | + | ====Tourism==== |
- | [[Image:Syros Figurine.jpg|thumb|right| | + | [[Image:Syros Figurine.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Cycladic Figurine<br />''Click for larger view'']] |
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ermoupoli Ermoupolis] is a very pleasant provincial capital. There are many wonderful neoclassical buildings of bygone days of great affluence. There is small but nice [http://www.planetware.com/syros/archaeological-museum-gr-aeg-syrosm.htm museum] next to the Demarchio (Town hall). They have a small collection of Cycladic items from Syros, Amorgos, Andros, and other islands. Some are very nice, some lovely marble vessels, two niceRoman heads. The exhibits unfortunately, are very badly labeled. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ermoupoli Ermoupolis] is a very pleasant provincial capital. There are many wonderful neoclassical buildings of bygone days of great affluence. There is small but nice [http://www.planetware.com/syros/archaeological-museum-gr-aeg-syrosm.htm museum] next to the Demarchio (Town hall). They have a small collection of Cycladic items from Syros, Amorgos, Andros, and other islands. Some are very nice, some lovely marble vessels, two niceRoman heads. The exhibits unfortunately, are very badly labeled. | ||
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The suburb of Piskopio has many magnificent old villas and affords a nice view of the harbor. Half way between the Ermoupolis and Piskopio there is a λουκούμια (''loukoumia'' - Turkish delight) "factory," in reality a small building with several men and women, mostly related to each other, chattily making loukoumia and χαλβαδόπιτες (chalvadopites - a kind of taffy cake). Syros is famous in all of Greece for these sweets. We had to sample all the products of which they were very proud. The place is spotless, and everything tastes delicious, especially the still warm chalvadopites. One can buy here both loukoumia and chalvadopites much fresher and at a lower price than at the harbor. | The suburb of Piskopio has many magnificent old villas and affords a nice view of the harbor. Half way between the Ermoupolis and Piskopio there is a λουκούμια (''loukoumia'' - Turkish delight) "factory," in reality a small building with several men and women, mostly related to each other, chattily making loukoumia and χαλβαδόπιτες (chalvadopites - a kind of taffy cake). Syros is famous in all of Greece for these sweets. We had to sample all the products of which they were very proud. The place is spotless, and everything tastes delicious, especially the still warm chalvadopites. One can buy here both loukoumia and chalvadopites much fresher and at a lower price than at the harbor. | ||
- | Another interesting area is Ano Syros, the Catholic district with a wonderful view and good examples of traditional Cycladic architecture. Here there is square dedicate to one of the most important [http:// | + | Another interesting area is Ano Syros, the Catholic district with a wonderful view and good examples of traditional Cycladic architecture. Here there is square dedicate to one of the most important [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rembetiko ''rembetika''] bouzouki composers and players [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Markos_Vamvakaris Markos Vamvakaris], a native of the island. |
- | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
There is at least one laundry in town. | There is at least one laundry in town. | ||
- | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
The market place in Ermoupolis is well worth a visit. They have everything. | The market place in Ermoupolis is well worth a visit. They have everything. | ||
Make sure you buy a jar of capers and ''loukoumia'' (Turkish delight), both are specialties of Syros. | Make sure you buy a jar of capers and ''loukoumia'' (Turkish delight), both are specialties of Syros. | ||
- | === Eateries | + | ====Eateries==== |
- | *There are many good restaurants in Ermoupolis. | + | * There are many good restaurants in Ermoupolis. |
- | **''Kouzina'' (+ | + | ** ''Kouzina'' (+30 22810 89150 ) is excellent - Great creative use of local products. |
- | *In Ano Syros the ''Lilys'' (+30 22810 88 087) which is the oldest restaurant in Syros is hard to beat both for its food and its view. | + | * In Ano Syros the ''Lilys'' (+30 22810 88 087) which is the oldest restaurant in Syros is hard to beat both for its food and its view. |
- | *In Kivi - ''Allou Gailou'' which is right on the beach has great dishes. | + | * In Kivi - ''Allou Gailou'' which is right on the beach has great dishes. |
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- | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
In Internet cafés. | In Internet cafés. | ||
- | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
Several agencies in town. | Several agencies in town. | ||
- | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages. | There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages. | ||
- | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
There are daily flights from Athens. Also, there are several fast ferries every day to Piraeus. | There are daily flights from Athens. Also, there are several fast ferries every day to Piraeus. | ||
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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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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ermoupoli Hermoupolis] (Wikipedia) | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ermoupoli Hermoupolis] (Wikipedia) | ||
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===References & Publications=== | ===References & Publications=== | ||
- | See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]. | + | ''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. |
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- | + | * While we love the town we do not like the harbor. It has an uncomfortable swell during the meltemi season and there are always the annoying wakes of the ferries --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece Icon.png]] | |
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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'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
+ | * September 2010 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece Icon.png]] | ||
+ | * May 2012 - [[User:Monterey|Monterey]] [[Image:Bermuda Icon.png]] | ||
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Ermoupolis (Port of entry)
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Ermoupolis, Syros |
Ermoupolis (Ερμούπολις) or Hermoupolis is a large commercial harbor part of a sizable town. While we love the town we do not like the harbor.
Charts
See Syros.
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 03 and 04
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
See Aegean Sea.
See Syros.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
If you are checking into Greece here, before you enter the harbor either hail the Coast Guard (Limenarchio) in VHF Channel 12 or call them at +30 22810 22 633. The Customs are right next to the Coast Guard, but the Passport Control office is some distance N of the Town Hall. You may need to take a taxi.
Berthing Options
The harbor has an uncomfortable swell during the meltemi season and there are always the annoying wakes of the ferries.
You can moor stern-to or alonside the quay clockwise from the statue of Hermes in the north of the harbour.
The bottom is mud and provides good holding.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
A new marina has been built and it usuable but as of 2010 it was still not operating. It is situated S of the commercial harbor, about a 20 minute walk from the town. During the meltemi there is a consederable swell.
Anchorages
See Syros.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
- There is an excellent chandler, Orologas (tel. +30 22810 82 254) near the shipyard, at the Platia Iroon (Heroes Square).
- A good chandler, the Maistrali, in shipyard area, they also have an outlet in Finikas.
- There is also a large store of the Marina chain along the road to the airpot.
Repairs/Yards
- The Neorion Shipyard does major repairs and haul-out
- Diesel engines: Mr. Rousos (+30 22810 87 419 or +30 6945 612 52)
- Electrician: Mr. Antonis Dalmyras (+30 22810 87 142 or +30 6932 64 20 60) is a good boat electrician
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- A mini-tanker make fuel deliveries
- Water
- N/A (Not Available)
- Electricity
- N/A
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Ermoupolis is a very pleasant provincial capital. There are many wonderful neoclassical buildings of bygone days of great affluence. There is small but nice museum next to the Demarchio (Town hall). They have a small collection of Cycladic items from Syros, Amorgos, Andros, and other islands. Some are very nice, some lovely marble vessels, two niceRoman heads. The exhibits unfortunately, are very badly labeled.
The clean marble streets and lovely shops arround the north end of the harbour are beautiful and a testiimony to how well the country can be managed despite the political problems. A walk from the harbour to the Town Hall to the Apollon Theatre to Saint Nicholas Church then down the steps to the Vaporia district where you look back on the harbour from the waterside swiming docks is recommended.
In the past few years a new Industrial Museum opened on the road to Piskopio. It has many interesting nautical and industrial exibits and it is worth a visit. It is open every day except on Tuesdays from 10:00 to 14:00.
The suburb of Piskopio has many magnificent old villas and affords a nice view of the harbor. Half way between the Ermoupolis and Piskopio there is a λουκούμια (loukoumia - Turkish delight) "factory," in reality a small building with several men and women, mostly related to each other, chattily making loukoumia and χαλβαδόπιτες (chalvadopites - a kind of taffy cake). Syros is famous in all of Greece for these sweets. We had to sample all the products of which they were very proud. The place is spotless, and everything tastes delicious, especially the still warm chalvadopites. One can buy here both loukoumia and chalvadopites much fresher and at a lower price than at the harbor.
Another interesting area is Ano Syros, the Catholic district with a wonderful view and good examples of traditional Cycladic architecture. Here there is square dedicate to one of the most important rembetika bouzouki composers and players Markos Vamvakaris, a native of the island.
Laundry
There is at least one laundry in town.
Grocery & Supply Stores
The market place in Ermoupolis is well worth a visit. They have everything.
Make sure you buy a jar of capers and loukoumia (Turkish delight), both are specialties of Syros.
Eateries
- There are many good restaurants in Ermoupolis.
- Kouzina (+30 22810 89150 ) is excellent - Great creative use of local products.
- In Ano Syros the Lilys (+30 22810 88 087) which is the oldest restaurant in Syros is hard to beat both for its food and its view.
- In Kivi - Allou Gailou which is right on the beach has great dishes.
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Several agencies in town.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.
Transportation
There are daily flights from Athens. Also, there are several fast ferries every day to Piraeus.
Routes/Passages To/From
See Syros.
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
- Hermoupolis (Wikipedia)
- museum
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- While we love the town we do not like the harbor. It has an uncomfortable swell during the meltemi season and there are always the annoying wakes of the ferries --Istioploos
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- September 2010 --Istioploos
- May 2012 - Monterey
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