Kouremenos

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Kouremenos (Κουρεμένος) which if translated means the "one with a new his haircut," is an anchorage few miles S from Cape Sidero and 13 nM from Sitia.

Charts

See Crete.

Radio Nets

See also Crete.

Local Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Approach and Navigation

Approaches to Kouremenos are straightforward.

Berthing Options

Kouremenos is an indifferent anchorage and subject to fierce gusts.

Anchor as close to the shore as possible, in 2-3 m depth, so that you can be as protected from the wind as possible. A second anchor is advisable.

Warning: The bottom is rocky so be aware that anchors can foul. If possible, use a trip line.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

Vai

Vai (Βάι) is the location of the famous palm grove beach, where a stand of palm trees of a species unique to Crete thrives in a sandy bay sheltered from the prevailing northwesterly winds. Yachts are permitted to anchor outside the line of buoys marking the swimming area, although this position exposes a yacht to the noise and wash from a horde of jetskis, banana boats and water skiers. A better anchorage is just to the north of the small islet next to the bay, where you can anchor in 5-7 meters in sand and go ashore in the dinghy to a narrow, fine shingle beach which is often deserted. Pedalos may come round to check out what you are up to but they usually go away if you growl at them.

Warning: Beware of the shallows extending for around 50 meters all around the island. Shelter here is good from the prevailing northwesterlies but the bay is exposed to anything from the east.

Offshore Islands and Groups

None.

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Enjoy the beach. The tourist resort, Vai, is nearby.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Only minor shopping.

Eateries

• There is a taverna ashore.

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

N/A.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

N/A.

Garbage Disposal

Trash cans.

Transportation

Bus to Sitia.

Routes/Passages To/From

See Crete.

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

• Kouremenos
• Vai (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:

• September 1997 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis

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