Kimolos
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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
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- 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
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & Tel. +30 2870 22 100 (Adamas, Milos)
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 82
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.
Check-in facilities
None.
Ports and Popular Stops
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. AnchoragesSikia Bay
Caution: Watch out for the reef connecting Kimolos with the islet of Ayios Andreas. Semina Creek
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Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- N/A (Not Available)
- Water
- N/A
- Electricity
- N/A
Offshore Islands
Poliegos
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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.
Tourism and 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.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- June 2001 --Istioploos
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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