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Revision as of 15:04, 23 November 2008
Monemvasía
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Background
Monemvasía (Μονεμβασία) or Monemvasiá (Μονεμβασιά) is a Byzantine town build on a small peninsula separated from Peloponnesos by a narrow neck. The town is built by the sea and is enclosed by fortifications. A large fort is at the top of the peninsula. The Castle of Monemvasia was famous in the middle ages because it was never sacked. The famous Madeira wine comes from here and its name, Malmsey, is a corruption of the name Monemvasia. Today there are many people from Athens who have bought old houses and have restored them and Monemvasia is a fairly fashionable place.
Charts
BA 1030 Southern entrance channels to the Aegean Sea
Imray-Tetra G15 Southern Peloponnisos
NIMA 54303 Lakonikos Kolpos S Greece
Greek 415 Poros mechri Monemvasia
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 85 & 86
All the approaches to are straight forward, but there is
Danger: with a strong meltemi there are fierce gusts in the bay.
Check-in facilities
There are several anchoring possibilities: moor to the small harbor N of the road, moor in the new "marina", or anchor off N of Monemvasia.
Ports and Popular Stops
Monemvasia Harbor
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The harbor of Monemvasia [36°41.4' N 23° 02.5' E] is a secure harbor but it is usually crowded with commercial vessels and when the meltemi blows it develops an uncomfortable swell. In calm days, without meltemi there is liable to be a rather brisk SW breeze during the night.
Anchor in 5 m well inside the mole, away from the end of the jetty used by ferries and hydrofoils. The bottom is soft sand with rocks and weed and at spots provides bad holding, so make sure you test your anchor. Also stay clear from the shallow areas near the road and SW. Use plenty of fenders.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
S of the Monemvasia Harbor
In calm weather you can anchor off in about 5 m near the road but on the S side of the harbor (you will have to sail around Monemvasia).
Ormos Paleó
This is on the NW corner of the Monemvasia bay.
Ormos Kremídhi
This cove is just SW of Ormos Paleó. It is open to the S-SE and subject to strong gusts.
Offshore Islands
None.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
The Castle & Citadel
Of course one here must visit the Castle of Monemvasia, both the upscale lower and the deserted upper. While wandering in the lovely alleys of the lower castle do visit the Archaeological Collection which is housed in the Moslem Mosque and do stop for a cup of coffee at one of the cafés on the main narrow street.
On the upper castle do not miss the Church of Ayia Sophia (Holy Wisdom). Also, gaze at the sea and try to imagine what life must have been here during the days of the Byzantium.
 The Upper Castle |
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The Lower Citadel |
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The Lower Castle |
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The Fortifications |
Sparta & Mystras
From Monemvasía you can either take a taxi or rent a car and visit Sparta and the Byzantine ghost town of Mystras. They are about 1 hr drive.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- In the marina or harbor you can get a mini-tank to deliver fuel by calling +30 2732 61 956
- In the harbor, a fuel station is on the road to the Castle
- In the marina, there are water outlets but you have to call +30 2732 61 005 for the attendant to come and open them for you
- No water is available in the harbor
- Electricity is not available in either the marina nor the harbor
Laundry
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Grocery Stores
There are several supermarkets in the the town as well as specialty stores.
Eateries
- There is excellent food in the lower Castle
- Good food at the Kanoni restaurantin the lower Castle
Motorbike & Car Rentals
In the town.
Marine Stores & Facilities
None.
Repairs
N/A.
Transportation
There are daily buses to Athens. For taxi call Mr. Yiorgos +30 6973 531 071 or Mr. Stathis +30 6944 978 675.
References & Publications
See Greece.
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 the Cruiser Log Forum
External Links
- Monemvasía (Wikipedia)
- Castle of Monemvasia
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 2007 --Istioploos 06:27, 6 June 2008 (MDT)
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