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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nisyros Niseros] (Νίσυρος) or Nisyros, or Nisiros is an almost square shaped island with an active volcano whose caldera is about 4 km in diameter and is a "must visit"site. The island has an area of 41.6 km<sup>2</sup> and a diameter of 8 km. Legend has it that Niseros was a large boulder which during the battle of the [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Titanomachy.html Titans], [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Poseidon.html Poseidon] removed from [[Kos]] and hurled at the Titan Polyvotes, whom he crushed. Niseros is remote enough that several [http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/dodecanese/nissiros/tradition.html traditional customs] still prevail. If one is lucky, one can still come across musicians playing traditional music. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nisyros Niseros] (Νίσυρος) or Nisyros, or Nisiros is an almost square shaped island with an active volcano whose caldera is about 4 km in diameter and is a "must visit"site. The island has an area of 41.6 km<sup>2</sup> and a diameter of 8 km. Legend has it that Niseros was a large boulder which during the battle of the [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Titanomachy.html Titans], [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Poseidon.html Poseidon] removed from [[Kos]] and hurled at the Titan Polyvotes, whom he crushed. Niseros is remote enough that several [http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/dodecanese/nissiros/tradition.html traditional customs] still prevail. If one is lucky, one can still come across musicians playing traditional music. | ||
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, Tel. +30 2420 31 222 (Mandraki) | * Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, Tel. +30 2420 31 222 (Mandraki) | ||
* Olympia Radio - VHF no signal | * Olympia Radio - VHF no signal | ||
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==Weather== | ==Weather== | ||
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==Check-in facilities== | ==Check-in facilities== | ||
| - | In Pali, | + | In Pali, the port police on arrival (the building with the Greek flag at the SE corner of the harbour). |
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===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
| + | [[Image:Palio.jpg|thumb|345px|right| Harbour plan Pali<br />''Click for larger view'']] | ||
There are only two ports in Niseros: Pali and the commercial [[#Mandraki|Mandraki]], which is unsuitable for yachts. | There are only two ports in Niseros: Pali and the commercial [[#Mandraki|Mandraki]], which is unsuitable for yachts. | ||
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====Pali==== | ====Pali==== | ||
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Depths on the northern quay are about 2.75 metres. On the southern quay depths vary from 2.2 - 2.5 metres on the western arm (just east of the small motor boats) to 3.0 - 3.5 metres on the eastern arm (beyond the ‘elbow’ of the quay). Fishing boats moor alongside the eastern breakwater. There are water and electricity points on both the northern and southern quays (a charge of Euros 5 per day is made for each). Typical mooring charge for a 13 metre yacht is € 8 per night (June 2011) but there was no attendant in evidence (June 2011). | Depths on the northern quay are about 2.75 metres. On the southern quay depths vary from 2.2 - 2.5 metres on the western arm (just east of the small motor boats) to 3.0 - 3.5 metres on the eastern arm (beyond the ‘elbow’ of the quay). Fishing boats moor alongside the eastern breakwater. There are water and electricity points on both the northern and southern quays (a charge of Euros 5 per day is made for each). Typical mooring charge for a 13 metre yacht is € 8 per night (June 2011) but there was no attendant in evidence (June 2011). | ||
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| + | <center style="clear: both;"><gallery caption="Pali" widths="300px" heights="200px" perrow="2"> | ||
| + | Image:Greece_Niseros_Pali1.jpg|The "new" harbour<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | Image:Pali,Nisiros.jpg|Harbour view<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | Image:PalonNorth.jpg|The north quay<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | Image:PalonSouth.jpg|The south quay<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | </gallery></center> | ||
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
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====Mandraki==== | ====Mandraki==== | ||
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[http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/dodecanese/nissiros/towns.html#Mandraki Mandraki] (Μανδράκι) is the commercial harbor of Niseros. It is a very small harbor dominated by day-trip boats from [[Kos]]. When the ferry boat from [[Kos]] arrives the day-trip boats exit the harbor because there is not enough room! Yachts are discouraged in Mandraki. Go to Pali. | [http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/dodecanese/nissiros/towns.html#Mandraki Mandraki] (Μανδράκι) is the commercial harbor of Niseros. It is a very small harbor dominated by day-trip boats from [[Kos]]. When the ferry boat from [[Kos]] arrives the day-trip boats exit the harbor because there is not enough room! Yachts are discouraged in Mandraki. Go to Pali. | ||
=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | =====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)===== | ||
''Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated'': | ||
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* July 2010 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:12, 5 July 2010 (UTC) | * July 2010 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:12, 5 July 2010 (UTC) | ||
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==Offshore Islands== | ==Offshore Islands== | ||
===Yiali=== | ===Yiali=== | ||
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyali Yiali] (Γυαλί) is a small island is located 3 nmi NW of Niseros. It is heavily quarried for pumice. There are two anchorages on the island. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gyali Yiali] (Γυαλί) is a small island is located 3 nmi NW of Niseros. It is heavily quarried for pumice. There are two anchorages on the island. | ||
===Anchorages in Yiali=== | ===Anchorages in Yiali=== | ||
====Quarry Area==== | ====Quarry Area==== | ||
| + | [[Image:Greece_Nisyros_Quarry_Yiali_h.jpg|345px|thumb|right|Chart of Yiali Quarry Area - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=36.65804183549244&lon=27.130070322441885&scale=150000&zoom=100&type=0&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=1509264&CFTOKEN=22608242&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br />''Click for larger view'']] | ||
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|39.87|N|27|07.72|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|39.87|N|27|07.72|E|}}<br /> | ||
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The water here while it provides good protection from the ''meltemi'', is polluted from the quarries. Anchor in 5.0-6.0 metre depths. The bottom is sand and provides good holding. | The water here while it provides good protection from the ''meltemi'', is polluted from the quarries. Anchor in 5.0-6.0 metre depths. The bottom is sand and provides good holding. | ||
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====SW Cove==== | ====SW Cove==== | ||
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|38.5|N|27|07|E|}}<br /> | [[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|38.5|N|27|07|E|}}<br /> | ||
This is very attractive, isolated, with crystal clear waters, and is also well protected from the meltemi. Sometimes fishermen anchor here and you may get some fresh fish. Anchor on sand in 4.5 m, very good holding. | This is very attractive, isolated, with crystal clear waters, and is also well protected from the meltemi. Sometimes fishermen anchor here and you may get some fresh fish. Anchor on sand in 4.5 m, very good holding. | ||
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| + | <div style="clear: right;">[[Image:Greece_Yiali_W.jpg|thumb|center|345px|View from Yiali looking West<br />''Click for larger view'']]</div> | ||
| - | + | ==Yacht Services and Repairs== | |
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| + | Small Marine Store in Mandraki, Choris Onoma Str. | ||
| - | == | + | Eagle's Nest, in Marina Pali. Mike Zahariadis offers Cars (30€/day) & Bikes (10€/day) and |
| - | ===Tourism=== | + | maintenance and repair of yacht engines. |
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| + | ====Fuel, Water, & Electricity==== | ||
| + | ; Fuel | ||
| + | : There is station about 2 km from [[#Pali|Pali]], you will have to use jerry cans | ||
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| + | : Water is available for 5 € (2010) on the quay at [[#Pali|Pali]]. Call the attendant, phone number on the posts | ||
| + | ; Electricity | ||
| + | : Electricity is available for 5 € (2010) on the quay at [[#Pali|Pali]]. Call attendant, phone number on the posts | ||
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| + | ==Things to do Ashore== | ||
| + | ====Tourism==== | ||
| + | =====Caldera===== | ||
The most interesting site to see on the island is the caldera. It is located about 30 km from [[#Pali|Pali]]. The caldera is about 4 km in diameter and there are paths leading to several craters. They are spectacular! Wear good shoes because the ground is rough and hot. | The most interesting site to see on the island is the caldera. It is located about 30 km from [[#Pali|Pali]]. The caldera is about 4 km in diameter and there are paths leading to several craters. They are spectacular! Wear good shoes because the ground is rough and hot. | ||
| - | <center style="clear: both;"><gallery widths="190px" heights="140px" perrow=" | + | <center style="clear: both;"><gallery caption="The Caldera" widths="190px" heights="140px" perrow="3"> |
Image:Greece_Nisyros_Volc1.jpg|The large crater<br />''Click for larger view'' | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Volc1.jpg|The large crater<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| - | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Volc2.jpg|From inside | + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Volc2.jpg|From inside<br />''Click for larger view'' |
| - | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Volc3.jpg|Another view | + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Volc3.jpg|Another view<br />''Click for larger view'' |
| - | Image:Greece_Niseros_Embr.jpg| | + | Image:Greece_Niseros_Embr.jpg|From the ''Balcony'' in Emborio<br />''Click for larger view'' |
| + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Caldera1.jpg|From the South<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Caldera2.jpg|From Nikiá<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
</gallery></center> | </gallery></center> | ||
| - | ====Emborio==== | + | =====Emborio===== |
| + | [[Image:Greece_Nisyros_Emborio.jpg|thumb|310px|right|The Village of Emborio<br />''Click for larger view'']] | ||
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[http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/dodecanese/nissiros/towns.html#Emborios Emborio] (Εμποριό) is a small village on the main road leading to the caldera. Here is a small restaurant, the ''Balcony'', which not only serves excellent food but its balcony affords the most breathtaking view of the caldera. There is a placard informing us that this was the exact spot where during World War II the Germans killed a local Greek officer and member of the resistance. | [http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/dodecanese/nissiros/towns.html#Emborios Emborio] (Εμποριό) is a small village on the main road leading to the caldera. Here is a small restaurant, the ''Balcony'', which not only serves excellent food but its balcony affords the most breathtaking view of the caldera. There is a placard informing us that this was the exact spot where during World War II the Germans killed a local Greek officer and member of the resistance. | ||
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| - | ====Nikia==== | + | =====Nikia===== |
| - | + | The village of Nikiá (Νικιά) sits on the southern rim of the volcano and also has spectacular views down into the caldera. The village has a lovely main square with dazzlingly white buildings enfolding a black and white pebble mosaic. There are several restaurants offering lunch with a view. There is a steep path from here which winds past the monastery of Ioannis Theologos on the rim and down into the caldera itself. | |
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There is a new and well displayed [http://www.greeka.com/dodecanese/nisyros/nisyros-museums/volcanological-museum.htm volcanological museum], well worth a visits. | There is a new and well displayed [http://www.greeka.com/dodecanese/nisyros/nisyros-museums/volcanological-museum.htm volcanological museum], well worth a visits. | ||
| + | <center style="clear: both;"><gallery caption="Nikiá" widths="190px" heights="140px" perrow="3"> | ||
| + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Nikia.jpg|The Village | ||
| + | Image:Nikaia.jpg|The main square<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | Image:Nikaia.jpg|The main square<br />''Click for larger view'' | ||
| + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_NikiaMuseum.jpg|The Volcano Museum | ||
| + | Image:Greece_Nisyros_Nikia_Street.jpg | ||
| + | Image:Ioannis.jpg|The monastery of Ioannis Theologos<br />''Click for larger view]] | ||
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| - | ====The Town of Mandraki==== | + | =====The Town of Mandraki===== |
Mandraki is an attractive town with a very well preserved Mycenaean fortress on the hill above the town, which is well worth the climb. Also worth a visit is the beautiful small 14th century monastery of the Virgin of the Cave, which was built over a natural cave on a crag at the end of village. The church inside has an impressive collection of icons. | Mandraki is an attractive town with a very well preserved Mycenaean fortress on the hill above the town, which is well worth the climb. Also worth a visit is the beautiful small 14th century monastery of the Virgin of the Cave, which was built over a natural cave on a crag at the end of village. The church inside has an impressive collection of icons. | ||
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| - | ====The Castle==== | + | =====The Castle===== |
[[Image:Greece_Niseros_Castle1.jpg|thumb|310px|right|The Castle<br />''Click for larger view'']] | [[Image:Greece_Niseros_Castle1.jpg|thumb|310px|right|The Castle<br />''Click for larger view'']] | ||
[[Image:Greece_Niseros_Castle2.jpg|thumb|310px|right|Inside the Castle<br />''Click for larger view'']] | [[Image:Greece_Niseros_Castle2.jpg|thumb|310px|right|Inside the Castle<br />''Click for larger view'']] | ||
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Over Mandraki is a substantial 4th century BC castle. The castle is in excellent condition with [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclopean_masonry Cyclopean masonry] and many towers. It is definitely worth a visit. | Over Mandraki is a substantial 4th century BC castle. The castle is in excellent condition with [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclopean_masonry Cyclopean masonry] and many towers. It is definitely worth a visit. | ||
| - | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | + | ====Grocery & Supply Stores==== |
* In the town of [[#Mandraki|Mandraki]] | * In the town of [[#Mandraki|Mandraki]] | ||
* Small minimarket in Pali. | * Small minimarket in Pali. | ||
| - | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
* Very good food at [[#Emborio|Emborio]] at the ''Balcony'' restaurant, fantastic view. | * Very good food at [[#Emborio|Emborio]] at the ''Balcony'' restaurant, fantastic view. | ||
| - | * Excellent food (and free wifi) at Aphrodite Taverna in [[#Pali|Pali]]. | + | * Excellent food (and free wifi) at ''Aphrodite Taverna'' in [[#Pali|Pali]]. |
| - | * Kleanthis Taverna on the waterfront in [[#The Town of Mandraki|The Town of Mandraki]] | + | * ''Kleanthis Taverna'' on the waterfront in [[#The Town of Mandraki|The Town of Mandraki]] |
| - | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Free municipal wifi in Pali. Free wifi also at several of the taverns and car rentals. | Free municipal wifi in Pali. Free wifi also at several of the taverns and car rentals. | ||
| - | ===Laundry=== | + | ====Laundry==== |
| - | Possible at Aphrodite Taverna, Pali | + | Possible at ''Aphrodite Taverna,'' Pali |
| - | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
At either [[#Pali|Pali]] or [[#Mandraki|Mandraki]]. ''Eagle's Nest'' in Pali, owned by a New York returned native and his American wife, is particuraly friendly to yachtsmen. | At either [[#Pali|Pali]] or [[#Mandraki|Mandraki]]. ''Eagle's Nest'' in Pali, owned by a New York returned native and his American wife, is particuraly friendly to yachtsmen. | ||
| - | ===Garbage Disposal=== | + | ====Garbage Disposal==== |
| - | There are bins around the ports | + | There are bins around the ports. |
| - | ===Transportation=== | + | ====Transportation==== |
Ferries to [[Kos]]. | Ferries to [[Kos]]. | ||
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==Forum Discussions== | ==Forum Discussions== | ||
| - | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements) | + | List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'') |
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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. | ''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. | ||
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==Personal Notes== | ==Personal Notes== | ||
Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
* The harbour at Pali is vastly improved and is already a popular port of call for yachts cruising the Southern Dodecanese. However, it remains largely unspoilt and has not lost its charm --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:22, 5 July 2010 (UTC) | * The harbour at Pali is vastly improved and is already a popular port of call for yachts cruising the Southern Dodecanese. However, it remains largely unspoilt and has not lost its charm --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 15:22, 5 July 2010 (UTC) | ||
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Revision as of 23:58, 1 February 2013
Niseros and Yiali
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Niseros (Νίσυρος) or Nisyros, or Nisiros is an almost square shaped island with an active volcano whose caldera is about 4 km in diameter and is a "must visit"site. The island has an area of 41.6 km2 and a diameter of 8 km. Legend has it that Niseros was a large boulder which during the battle of the Titans, Poseidon removed from Kos and hurled at the Titan Polyvotes, whom he crushed. Niseros is remote enough that several traditional customs still prevail. If one is lucky, one can still come across musicians playing traditional music.
Most yachts head for the harbour of Pali roughly in the centre of the north coast. The ferry harbour of Mandraki further west is not really suitable for yachts.
Yiali (Γυαλί) is a small island is located 3 nmi NW of Niseros. The island is an active quarry but has a sheltered anchorage on the south side.
Charts
- BA
- 3923 Niseros and Adjacent Islands
- Imray-Tetra
- G35 Dodecanese and the Coast of Turkey
- NIMA
- 54407 Nisos Kalymnos to Kadriga Burnu
- 54408 NIsos Kos To Nisos Tilos
- Greek
- 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- 452 Rhodos to Castelorizo
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, Tel. +30 2420 31 222 (Mandraki)
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
The approach to Pali should be from the north, avoiding the extensive shoals in the bay immediately east of the harbour. You are turning beam on to the prevailing wind and swell to enter and care is needed if a strong meltemi is blowing. The orientation of the harbour entrance was changed in 2007 from north to east, which improved the shelter inside dramatically. However, the new entrance currently has depths of only 3.0 – 3.5 metres, so entry could be tricky with any easterly swell running. In July 2010 a dredger was moored in the entrance, so the depths here may improve shortly.
Caution: While approaching the small island of Yiali be aware that about 0.5 nM SW of the island there is an underwater reef.
Check-in facilities
In Pali, the port police on arrival (the building with the Greek flag at the SE corner of the harbour).
Berthing Options
Ports
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There are only two ports in Niseros: Pali and the commercial Mandraki, which is unsuitable for yachts.
Pali
36°37.2′N, 27°10.3′E
Pali (Πάλοι) is the only harbour on the island suitable for yachts. Since the re-orientation of the harbour entrance in 2007, shelter here has improved significantly, the meltemi no longer sending in the uncomfortable swell of years past. The southern side of the harbour has been dredged and yachts can now moor either on the northern breakwater (about 10 spaces), or on the southern quay at the village (about 35 spaces); mooring is med moor w/anchor. All moorings have electricity and water.
Depths on the northern quay are about 2.75 metres. On the southern quay depths vary from 2.2 - 2.5 metres on the western arm (just east of the small motor boats) to 3.0 - 3.5 metres on the eastern arm (beyond the ‘elbow’ of the quay). Fishing boats moor alongside the eastern breakwater. There are water and electricity points on both the northern and southern quays (a charge of Euros 5 per day is made for each). Typical mooring charge for a 13 metre yacht is € 8 per night (June 2011) but there was no attendant in evidence (June 2011).
 The "new" harbour |
 Harbour view |
 The north quay |
 The south quay |
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated:
- September 2008 --Obarut
- July 2010 --Athene of Lymington 15:12, 5 July 2010 (UTC)
- September 2011--Nereus
- May 2012 --Blome
- June 2012 --Istioploos
Mandraki
36°36.9′N, 27°08.4′E
Mandraki (Μανδράκι) is the commercial harbor of Niseros. It is a very small harbor dominated by day-trip boats from Kos. When the ferry boat from Kos arrives the day-trip boats exit the harbor because there is not enough room! Yachts are discouraged in Mandraki. Go to Pali.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated:
- July 2010 --Athene of Lymington 15:12, 5 July 2010 (UTC)
- June 2012 --Istioploos
Marinas
None.
Anchorages
None.
Offshore Islands
Yiali
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Yiali (Γυαλί) is a small island is located 3 nmi NW of Niseros. It is heavily quarried for pumice. There are two anchorages on the island.
Anchorages in Yiali
Quarry Area
36°39.87′N, 27°07.72′E
The water here while it provides good protection from the meltemi, is polluted from the quarries. Anchor in 5.0-6.0 metre depths. The bottom is sand and provides good holding.
Warning: Stay away from the Quarry loading area.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated:
- June 2012 --Istioploos
SW Cove
36°38.5′N, 27°07′E
This is very attractive, isolated, with crystal clear waters, and is also well protected from the meltemi. Sometimes fishermen anchor here and you may get some fresh fish. Anchor on sand in 4.5 m, very good holding.
Caution: There many rocks in the area, navigate carefully.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated:
- June 2012 --Istioploos
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Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
Small Marine Store in Mandraki, Choris Onoma Str.
Eagle's Nest, in Marina Pali. Mike Zahariadis offers Cars (30€/day) & Bikes (10€/day) and maintenance and repair of yacht engines.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- There is station about 2 km from Pali, you will have to use jerry cans
- Water
- Water is available for 5 € (2010) on the quay at Pali. Call the attendant, phone number on the posts
- Electricity
- Electricity is available for 5 € (2010) on the quay at Pali. Call attendant, phone number on the posts
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Caldera
The most interesting site to see on the island is the caldera. It is located about 30 km from Pali. The caldera is about 4 km in diameter and there are paths leading to several craters. They are spectacular! Wear good shoes because the ground is rough and hot.
 The large crater |
 From inside |
 Another view |
 From the Balcony in Emborio |
 From the South |
 From Nikiá |
Emborio
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Emborio (Εμποριό) is a small village on the main road leading to the caldera. Here is a small restaurant, the Balcony, which not only serves excellent food but its balcony affords the most breathtaking view of the caldera. There is a placard informing us that this was the exact spot where during World War II the Germans killed a local Greek officer and member of the resistance.
Nikia
The village of Nikiá (Νικιά) sits on the southern rim of the volcano and also has spectacular views down into the caldera. The village has a lovely main square with dazzlingly white buildings enfolding a black and white pebble mosaic. There are several restaurants offering lunch with a view. There is a steep path from here which winds past the monastery of Ioannis Theologos on the rim and down into the caldera itself.
There is a new and well displayed volcanological museum, well worth a visits.
 The Village |
 The main square |
The main square |
 The Volcano Museum |
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 The monastery of Ioannis Theologos |
The Town of Mandraki
Mandraki is an attractive town with a very well preserved Mycenaean fortress on the hill above the town, which is well worth the climb. Also worth a visit is the beautiful small 14th century monastery of the Virgin of the Cave, which was built over a natural cave on a crag at the end of village. The church inside has an impressive collection of icons.
 House |
 Street |
 House interior |
 Street scene |
The Castle
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Over Mandraki is a substantial 4th century BC castle. The castle is in excellent condition with Cyclopean masonry and many towers. It is definitely worth a visit.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- In the town of Mandraki
- Small minimarket in Pali.
Eateries
- Very good food at Emborio at the Balcony restaurant, fantastic view.
- Excellent food (and free wifi) at Aphrodite Taverna in Pali.
- Kleanthis Taverna on the waterfront in The Town of Mandraki
Internet/WiFi
Free municipal wifi in Pali. Free wifi also at several of the taverns and car rentals.
Laundry
Possible at Aphrodite Taverna, Pali
Motorbike & Car Rentals
At either Pali or Mandraki. Eagle's Nest in Pali, owned by a New York returned native and his American wife, is particuraly friendly to yachtsmen.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the ports.
Transportation
Ferries to Kos.
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
- Niseros (Wikipedia)
- Nisyros Customs
- Yiali (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- The harbour at Pali is vastly improved and is already a popular port of call for yachts cruising the Southern Dodecanese. However, it remains largely unspoilt and has not lost its charm --Athene of Lymington 15:22, 5 July 2010 (UTC)
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
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