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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myconos Mykonos] (Μύκονος) or Mikonos or Myconos is a barren island in the middle of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclades Cyclades]. It is maybe the island that attracts the most tourists. Because of this and despite its many lovely beaches many cruisers tend to avoid it. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Myconos Mykonos] (Μύκονος) or Mikonos or Myconos is a barren island in the middle of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclades Cyclades]. It is maybe the island that attracts the most tourists. Because of this and despite its many lovely beaches many cruisers tend to avoid it. | ||
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==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
| - | + | {{Warning}} The channel between Mykonos and [[Tinos]] has fierce gusts when the ''meltemi'' is blowing. | |
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==Berthing Options== | ==Berthing Options== | ||
===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
====Mykonos Harbour==== | ====Mykonos Harbour==== | ||
| - | + | {{Infobox |37|26.96|N|25|19.645|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Mykonos Harbour | |
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| + | | image= Greece_Myconos_h.jpg | ||
| + | | imagetext= Chart of Mykonos Harbor - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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Since the partial completion of Mykonos Marina, yachts are no longer permitted to berth in the old harbour, which is reserved for tripper boats. | Since the partial completion of Mykonos Marina, yachts are no longer permitted to berth in the old harbour, which is reserved for tripper boats. | ||
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=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
| - | * 1984 | + | * 1984 {{Istioploos2}} |
* April 2007 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 12:12, 11 July 2011 (BST) | * April 2007 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 12:12, 11 July 2011 (BST) | ||
| - | + | {{Image center|Greece_Mykonos_a.jpg |Aerial View of the Town & Harbor of Mykonos - ''Click for larger view'' |400px}} | |
| - | + | {{Poi |37|27.9|N|25|19.5|E| | type= port| name= Tourlos | |
| - | + | | text= The old Mykonos harbour is now closed for yachts. The new port is in an area called TOURLOS, which is about 1.5 km north of Mykonos town, but can be seen from town; it’s within walking distance but not if you are carrying luggage. See [[Mykonos Marina]] for details. }} | |
| - | The old Mykonos harbour is now closed for yachts. The new port is in an area called TOURLOS, which is about 1.5 km north of Mykonos town, but can be seen from town; it’s within walking distance but not if you are carrying luggage. See [[Mykonos Marina]] for details. | + | |
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
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===Anchorages=== | ===Anchorages=== | ||
====Ornos Bay==== | ====Ornos Bay==== | ||
| - | + | {{Infobox |37|25.2|N|25|19.4|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Ornos Bay | |
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| + | | image= Greece_Myconos_Ornos_m.jpg | ||
| + | | imagetext= Chart of Ornos Bay - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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Ornos Bay is the most protected from the ''meltemi'' anchorage in the island. There are though, very strong gusts which can come very suddenly during the night. The bottom is weed and at places it provides very poor holding. Not only that, there are also numerous discarded chains, anchors and other debris on the bottom (especially on the East side), all waiting to snag your anchor. A local guy in a dinghy will gladly organize a diver to get you unstuck! | Ornos Bay is the most protected from the ''meltemi'' anchorage in the island. There are though, very strong gusts which can come very suddenly during the night. The bottom is weed and at places it provides very poor holding. Not only that, there are also numerous discarded chains, anchors and other debris on the bottom (especially on the East side), all waiting to snag your anchor. A local guy in a dinghy will gladly organize a diver to get you unstuck! | ||
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=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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| - | * 1990 | + | * 1990 {{Istioploos2}} |
* 2013 --[[User:LifePart2|LifePart2]] [[Image:Canada_Icon.png]] | * 2013 --[[User:LifePart2|LifePart2]] [[Image:Canada_Icon.png]] | ||
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====Platis Yialos==== | ====Platis Yialos==== | ||
| - | + | {{Infobox |37|24.7|N|25|20.5|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Platis Yialos | |
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| - | Some shelter from the ''meltemi'', the bottom is sand and holds better than at [[#Ornos Bay|Ornos]] | + | | image= Greece_Mykonos2.jpg |
| + | | imagetext= Platis Yialos - ''Click for larger view'' | ||
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| + | Some shelter from the ''meltemi'', the bottom is sand and holds better than at [[#Ornos Bay|Ornos Bay]] | ||
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
| - | * 1989 | + | * 1989 {{Istioploos2}} |
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| - | + | {{Poi |37|25.7|N|25|24.6|E| | type= anchorage| name= Kato Livadhi | |
| - | + | | text= Good shelter from the ''meltemi'', the bottom is sand and weed. | |
| - | Good shelter from the ''meltemi'', the bottom is sand and weed. | + | |
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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====Ayia Anna==== | ====Ayia Anna==== | ||
| - | + | {{Infobox |37|25.9|N|25|25.3|E| | |
| - | + | | name= Ayia Anna | |
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| + | | image= Greece_Mykonos3.jpg | ||
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Good shelter from the ''meltemi'', the bottom is sand and weed, good holding. This is wonderful anchorages. During the day the beach has several bathers, brought by day-trip boats, but in the evening they all are taken away and you have the anchorage all by yourself. | Good shelter from the ''meltemi'', the bottom is sand and weed, good holding. This is wonderful anchorages. During the day the beach has several bathers, brought by day-trip boats, but in the evening they all are taken away and you have the anchorage all by yourself. | ||
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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| - | * 1992 | + | * 1992 {{Istioploos2}} |
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| - | + | {{Poi |37|26.4|N|25|25.5|E| | type= anchorage| name= Kalafatis | |
| - | + | | text= Reasonable shelter from the ''meltemi'' but open to both south and to the east. Good holding. | |
| - | Reasonable shelter from the ''meltemi'' but open to both south and to the east. Good holding. | + | |
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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| - | + | {{Poi |37|28.3|N|25|22.6|E| | type= anchorage| name= Panormos Bay | |
| - | + | | text= Reasonable shelter from both the south and from the east winds but exposed to the ''meltemi''. | |
| - | Reasonable shelter from both the south and from the east winds but exposed to the ''meltemi''. | + | |
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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| - | Elia Bay is west of Cape Makrokefalos. It is a large bay and well sheltered from the meltemi. Only a few boats anchor here because of the distance from town although there is regular bus service. During the day the sandy beach is crowded with swimmers, some wearing bathing suits and there is a large restaurant/bar ashore. There is also a water sports operation that can be a bit annoying but at night you will probably be quite alone. Use 2 anchors, particularly if you leave the boat, as the wind can be a bit fierce. Daphnoula | + | ====Elia Bay==== |
| + | Elia Bay is west of Cape Makrokefalos. It is a large bay and well sheltered from the meltemi. Only a few boats anchor here because of the distance from town although there is regular bus service. During the day the sandy beach is crowded with swimmers, some wearing bathing suits and there is a large restaurant/bar ashore. There is also a water sports operation that can be a bit annoying but at night you will probably be quite alone. Use 2 anchors, particularly if you leave the boat, as the wind can be a bit fierce. --[[User:Daphnoula|Daphnoula]] | ||
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Revision as of 02:54, 7 May 2015
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 Map of Mykonos - Click for larger view |
Mykonos (Μύκονος) or Mikonos or Myconos is a barren island in the middle of the Cyclades. It is maybe the island that attracts the most tourists. Because of this and despite its many lovely beaches many cruisers tend to avoid it.
Visiting yachts normally berth at the uncompleted Mykonos Marina two miles W of the main town, which is the only safe harbour on the island. Since its partial completion, yachts are no longer permitted to berth in Mykonos old harbour, which is reserved for tripper boats.
According to the mythology Mykonos was a rock hurled at the Titans by Poseidon. It was inhabited by Ionian Greeks around 2000 BC. In Roman times Mithridates of Pontus (Black Sea) invaded the island and destroyed its towns. The main town of Chora was rebuild by the Byzantines. Later it was taken over by the Venetians and belonged to the dukedom of Naxos. The remains of the Venetian castle of Paliokastro, built by the Gizzis, still remains. In 1537 Myconos was overtaken by the pirate Barbarossa. From that period on its inhabitants lived mostly by piracy. During the Greek war of independence, these pirates joined the other islands with 22 ships led by Manto Mavrogenous who also donated all of her considerable fortune to the war effort.
Today Mykonos' inhabitants continue to practice a piracy of sorts, preying on their tourist victims with their outrageous prices. Yet, to their credit, they do keep all of the beaches clean.
Charts
- BA
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- 1647 Nísos Tínos to Nísos Ikaría
- Imray-Tetra
- G31 Northern Cyclades
- NIMA
- 54334 Plans in the Aegean Sea
- Greek
- Andros to Chalki Island
- Karystos to Naxos
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & Tel. +30 2890 23 922
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 03 & 04
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Warning: The channel between Mykonos and Tinos has fierce gusts when the meltemi is blowing.
Berthing Options
Ports
Mykonos Harbour
| Mykonos Harbour
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 Chart of Mykonos Harbor - Click for larger view |
Since the partial completion of Mykonos Marina, yachts are no longer permitted to berth in the old harbour, which is reserved for tripper boats.
The harbor is extremely crowded and noisy. It is sheltered from the meltemi but it has considerable swell which can be dangerous. If you must go and they let you go early. It is more quiet at the south-west jetty.
The bottom is thick weed and anchors do not hold very well. It is advisable to use two anchors. Be prepared for fouled anchors during your departure.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- 1984 --Istioploos
Travels with S/Y Thetis
- April 2007 --Athene of Lymington 12:12, 11 July 2011 (BST)
Tourlos
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Ornos Bay
| Ornos Bay
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 Chart of Ornos Bay - Click for larger view |
Ornos Bay is the most protected from the meltemi anchorage in the island. There are though, very strong gusts which can come very suddenly during the night. The bottom is weed and at places it provides very poor holding. Not only that, there are also numerous discarded chains, anchors and other debris on the bottom (especially on the East side), all waiting to snag your anchor. A local guy in a dinghy will gladly organize a diver to get you unstuck!
The top end of the bay is filled with mooring balls, forcing you to anchor farther out in deeper water. The bay can get busy and full.
Anchor at 10-12 m and test your anchor. There is a permanent mooring belonging to a fishing caïque, sometimes you can use it overnight. One can eat at the hotel.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visitto this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- 1990 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- 2013 --LifePart2
Platis Yialos
| Platis Yialos
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 Platis Yialos - Click for larger view |
Some shelter from the meltemi, the bottom is sand and holds better than at Ornos Bay
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Kato Livadhi
Good shelter from the meltemi, the bottom is sand and weed.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Ayia Anna
| Ayia Anna
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 Ayia Anna |
Good shelter from the meltemi, the bottom is sand and weed, good holding. This is wonderful anchorages. During the day the beach has several bathers, brought by day-trip boats, but in the evening they all are taken away and you have the anchorage all by yourself.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Kalafatis
Reasonable shelter from the meltemi but open to both south and to the east. Good holding.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Panormos Bay
Reasonable shelter from both the south and from the east winds but exposed to the meltemi.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Elia Bay
Elia Bay is west of Cape Makrokefalos. It is a large bay and well sheltered from the meltemi. Only a few boats anchor here because of the distance from town although there is regular bus service. During the day the sandy beach is crowded with swimmers, some wearing bathing suits and there is a large restaurant/bar ashore. There is also a water sports operation that can be a bit annoying but at night you will probably be quite alone. Use 2 anchors, particularly if you leave the boat, as the wind can be a bit fierce. --Daphnoula
Offshore Islands
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
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The town of Mykonos is full of boutiques, jewelry stores, etc. Also a lot of dancing discos. There is the mascot of the island Petros a pelican who must be replaced at regular intervals, none of the locals admit this, but he has been there since the 50s!
In Mykonos there is a Archaeological Museum as well as an Aegean Maritime Museum well worth a visit. Also, the Folk Museum (tel. +30 2890 22591), founded in 1959, at the Castle, contains collections of furniture, ceramics, pictures, post-Byzantine sculptures and traditional musical instruments.
Grocery & Supply Stores
There are Many stores.
Eateries
- Many restaurants, most overpriced
- Try the specialty of the island: kopanisti, a kind of peppery cheese spread
Internet/WiFi
In Cafés.
Laundry
In the town.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
In the town.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor and in several anchorages.
Transportation
- Daily flights from Athens
- Many ferries
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
- Mykonos (Wikipedia)
- Aegean Maritime Museum
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports and anchorages in this page.
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