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Revision as of 06:57, 16 June 2011
Katakolo (Port of Entry)
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Katákolo (Κατάκολο) is mainly a commercial port in NW Peloponnese. It is the watermelon capital of Greece. While it is not a particularly attractive port, it is a convenient place to leave the yacht while visiting the ancient site of Olympia, 25 km away. It is a port of entry.
Charts
Click for larger view
- BA
- 189 Nisos Sapiénza to Nisos Paxoi
- Imray-Tetra
- G15 Southern Peloponnisos
- NIMA
- 554280 Corfu Channel to Nisis Proti
- Greek
- 212 Othonoi I. to Amvrakikos Gulf
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF Channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF Channel 86
Local Weather
See Ionian Sea.
No special precautions, the approach is starightforward.
Check-in facilities
Anchor in 4-5 m in mud and clay (excellent holding) and go stern-to or bow-to the quay.
Warning: There lots of mosquitoes in the evening.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- A mini tanker can be called for fuel
- Water
- There is water on the quay
- Electricity
- N/A (Not Available)
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
 Ancient Olympia Click for larger view |
 Hermes by Praxiteles Click for larger view |
Tourism & things to do ashore
The ancient site of Olympia, the place where the original Olympic Games were held, is only 25 km by taxi from Katakolo. It is a large site so you need to allow plenty of time for the visit.
While in Olympia, make sure that you visit the Museum, where among other masterpieces the magnificent statue of Hermes by Praxiteles is kept.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Some shopping in the town
Eateries
- Do not eat at the restaurant next to the Limenarchio (Coast Guard), it is terrible
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés.
Laundry
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Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A
Transportation
- Taxi to Olympia
- Bus to Athens
Routes/Passages To/From
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 Greece.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- June 1995 --Istioploos
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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