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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimolos Kimolos] (Κίμωλος) is a barren island of 36 km<sup>2</sup>. It lies north-east of [[Milos]], separated by a narrow channel. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kimolos Kimolos] (Κίμωλος) is a barren island of 36 km<sup>2</sup>. It lies north-east of [[Milos]], separated by a narrow channel. | ||
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The island has only 720 inhabitants living in three villages: Mesa Kastro, Exo Kastro, (sometimes these two are referred to as Chora or simply as Kimolos) and Psathi, the little harbor. The people are dominated by the ruthless Venturis family who have become very successful owners of ferry boats. | The island has only 720 inhabitants living in three villages: Mesa Kastro, Exo Kastro, (sometimes these two are referred to as Chora or simply as Kimolos) and Psathi, the little harbor. The people are dominated by the ruthless Venturis family who have become very successful owners of ferry boats. | ||
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: 1037 Nisís Falkonera to Nísos Ios | : 1037 Nisís Falkonera to Nísos Ios | ||
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; Imray-Tetra | ; Imray-Tetra | ||
: G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey | : G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey | ||
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; NIMA | ; NIMA | ||
: 54320 Kiklades Nisoi to Kriti | : 54320 Kiklades Nisoi to Kriti | ||
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==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & Tel. +30 2870 22 100 (Adamas, [[Milos]]) | * Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & Tel. +30 2870 22 100 (Adamas, [[Milos]]) | ||
* Olympia Radio - VHF channel 82 | * Olympia Radio - VHF channel 82 | ||
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| + | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''. | ||
==Weather== | ==Weather== | ||
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<font color="red">Warning:</font> When the ''meltemi'' blows there are very strong very strong gusts on south side of Kimolos and in the Kimolos-Poliagos channel. | <font color="red">Warning:</font> When the ''meltemi'' blows there are very strong very strong gusts on south side of Kimolos and in the Kimolos-Poliagos channel. | ||
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===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
====Psathi==== | ====Psathi==== | ||
| - | [[Image:Greece_Kimolos_Psathi_h.jpg| | + | [[Image:Greece_Kimolos_Psathi_h.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Chart of Psathi - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=36.785&lon=24.58&scale=24000&zoom=50&type=1 Chartlet]<br />''Click for larger view'']] |
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|47.1|N|24|34.8|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|47.1|N|24|34.8|E|}}<br /> | ||
Psáthi (Ψάθη) is the little harbor of Kimolos. It affords good protection from the ''meltemi'' but is open to the S - SE. There are gusts here. | Psáthi (Ψάθη) is the little harbor of Kimolos. It affords good protection from the ''meltemi'' but is open to the S - SE. There are gusts here. | ||
You can either go stern-to the small quay or anchor off in 3 m depth. The holding is good. It is better to anchor off because if the scions of the Venturis family arrive with their fast boats they will chase you away from the quay. | You can either go stern-to the small quay or anchor off in 3 m depth. The holding is good. It is better to anchor off because if the scions of the Venturis family arrive with their fast boats they will chase you away from the quay. | ||
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| + | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
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===Anchorages=== | ===Anchorages=== | ||
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Anchor at 4-6 m. The villages are about a 45 minute walk. | Anchor at 4-6 m. The villages are about a 45 minute walk. | ||
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| - | + | ====Poliegos==== | |
| + | [[Image:Greece_Polyaigos.jpg|frame|right|Poliagos]] | ||
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| + | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|45.9|N|24|36.6|E|}}<br /> | ||
| + | This is a nice secluded anchorage between the island of Poliegos (Πολύαιγος) (east of Kimolos) and the Manolisi or Manolas island. It provides good shelter from the ''meltemi''. | ||
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| + | Anchor at 2-3 m on sandy bottom. | ||
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| + | Just SE of Manolas there is another equally attractive and secluded cove [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|45.6|N|24|36.8|E|}}. Anchor at 2-3 m on sandy bottom. | ||
==Yacht Services and Repairs== | ==Yacht Services and Repairs== | ||
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| - | ===Tourism=== | + | ====Tourism==== |
Take walks and swim. | Take walks and swim. | ||
| - | ===Grocery Stores=== | + | ====Grocery Stores==== |
* Just the basics in [[#Psathi|Psathi]] | * Just the basics in [[#Psathi|Psathi]] | ||
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| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
* Some modest tavernas in [[#Psathi|Psathi]] | * Some modest tavernas in [[#Psathi|Psathi]] | ||
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| - | ===Laundry=== | + | |
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N/A. | N/A. | ||
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Available? | Available? | ||
| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
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| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
There are bins around the harbor and in some anchorages. | There are bins around the harbor and in some anchorages. | ||
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
Ferries to [[Milos]] and Piraeus. | Ferries to [[Milos]] and 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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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
| - | 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'': | ||
| + | * June 2001 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]] | ||
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Revision as of 14:04, 18 February 2013
Kimolos
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Kimolos (Κίμωλος) is a barren island of 36 km2. It lies north-east of Milos, separated by a narrow channel.
This channel used to be an isthmus connecting the two islands. On this isthmus was a Mycenaean town. In antiquity the island was known as Achinousa from achinos - sea urchin.
Its present name comes from kimolia (κιμολία) - chalk because it produces cimolite.
The island has only 720 inhabitants living in three villages: Mesa Kastro, Exo Kastro, (sometimes these two are referred to as Chora or simply as Kimolos) and Psathi, the little harbor. The people are dominated by the ruthless Venturis family who have become very successful owners of ferry boats.
Charts
- BA
- 1037 Nisís Falkonera to Nísos Ios
- 1444 Nisos Milos to Nisos Paros
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- Imray-Tetra
- G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey
- G34 Southern Cyclades
- NIMA
- 54320 Kiklades Nisoi to Kriti
- Greek
- 41 Cavos Maleas to Cavos Kimis
- 415 Ydra to Sikinos
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & Tel. +30 2870 22 100 (Adamas, Milos)
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 82
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
While the approaches to Kimolos are straightforward be aware:
Warning: When the meltemi blows there are very strong very strong gusts on south side of Kimolos and in the Kimolos-Poliagos channel.
Berthing Options
Ports
Psathi
36°47.1′N, 24°34.8′E
Psáthi (Ψάθη) is the little harbor of Kimolos. It affords good protection from the meltemi but is open to the S - SE. There are gusts here.
You can either go stern-to the small quay or anchor off in 3 m depth. The holding is good. It is better to anchor off because if the scions of the Venturis family arrive with their fast boats they will chase you away from the quay.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Sikia Bay
36°47.2′N, 24°31.7′E
This is deserted bay on the south-west of Kimolos. The bay is open to the W - NW and is not protected from the meltemi. With the south wind, it is a good shelter.
Caution: Watch out for the reef connecting Kimolos with the islet of Ayios Andreas.
Semina Creek
36°48.2′N, 24°35.5′E
This is a fjord-like bay about 1.25 nM north of Psathi. It provides good shelter from the meltemi.
Anchor at 4-6 m. The villages are about a 45 minute walk.
Offshore Islands
Poliegos
36°45.9′N, 24°36.6′E
This is a nice secluded anchorage between the island of Poliegos (Πολύαιγος) (east of Kimolos) and the Manolisi or Manolas island. It provides good shelter from the meltemi.
Anchor at 2-3 m on sandy bottom.
Just SE of Manolas there is another equally attractive and secluded cove 36°45.6′N, 24°36.8′E. Anchor at 2-3 m on sandy bottom.
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
Take walks and swim.
Grocery Stores
- Just the basics in Psathi
Eateries
- Some modest tavernas in Psathi
Laundry
N/A.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor and in some anchorages.
Transportation
Ferries to Milos and Piraeus.
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
- Kimolos (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 2001 --Istioploos
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