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Lindos
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Chart of Lindos

Lindos (Λίνδος) is pleasant anchorage just under the castle of ancient Lindos, one of Rhodes main attractions. The anchorage is protected from the meltemi but is open to the E and with southerlies there is a swell. Anchor at 5-10 m where there is room. The bottom is sand and rocks, usually good holding.

The Anchorage of Lindos

Warning: With the meltemi there are fierce gusts into the bay. Make sure your anchor is holding.

Charts

See Rhodes.

Communication

See Rhodes.

Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Islands

None.

Navigation

There are no difficulties to the approaches of Lindos.

Berthing

You have to anchor off in the bay.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Anchorages

See Rhodes.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

None. You have to go to Mandraki.

Repairs/Yards

None. You have to go to Mandraki.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel
N/A (Not Available)
Water
N/A
Electricity
N/A

Things to do Ashore

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The Acropolis of Lindos
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The Town of Lindos

Tourism

Líndos is not only a good anchorage but also a lovely town and a very important archaeological site.

The Acropolis of Lindos (Tues-Fri 8:00-18:00, Sat & Sun 8:30-14:40) dominates the town and cove. One can walk up the steep hill or hire a donkey. Inside the Acropolis one can see the ruins of the Doric Stoa dedicated to Lindian Athena the patron goddess of the city. Further up the "stairway to Heaven" leads to the foundations of the Propylaea and to the temple of Athena. On the N slope is the small sanctuary of Voukopion where as the name implies bulls were sacrificed to Athena.

The village of Lindos was one of the loveliest villages in the Aegean. Alas, it has been "discovered." Many wealthy foreigners, British, Germans, Italians, even Saudi Princes, have bought houses here and its cobbled streets can be full of crowds. Still, during the off-season the village retains some of its older charms.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Few groceries stores.

Eateries

  • The Xenomania has a good reputation.
  • Dionysos is very good (2014)
  • For Greek food try Mavriko's
  • Butcher's Grill serves traditional Greek food.
  • There are many non-Greek restaurants of dubious quality.

Internet/WiFi

In Internet cafés.

Laundry

Not available.

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Can be hired here.

Garbage Disposal

There are bins.

Transportation

Busses to the town of Rhodes, taxis.

Routes/Passages To/From

See Rhodes.

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)

Links

References & Publications

See Greece.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.

Personal experiences?

  • 2014 A beautiful harbour. Clean water, fabulous fortress and the lack of marinas or large hotels make this a truly special place. --Monterey Bermuda Icon.png

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