Niseros and Yiali
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Niseros and Yiali
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Background
Niseros (Νίσυρος) or Nisyros, or Nisiros is an almost square shaped island with an active volcano whose caldera is about 4 km in diameter. The island has an an area of 41.6 km2 and a diameter of 8 km.
Legend has it that Niseros was a large bowlder 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 musician playing traditional music.
Yiali (Γυαλί) is a small island is located 3 nmi NW of Niseros.
Charts
- BA 3923 Niseros and Adjacent Islands
- Imray-Tetra G35 Dodecanese and the Coast of Turkey
- NIMA 54407 Nisos Kalymnos to Kadriga Burnu
- NIMA 54408 NIsos Kos To Nisos Tilos
- Greek 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- Greek 452 Rhodos to Castelorizo
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, Tel. +30 2420 31 222 (Mandraki)
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Approaches to Niseros are straightforward except that the entrance to both its harbors are exposed to the meltemi.
Caution: While approaching the small island of Yiali be aware that about 0.5 nM SW of the island there is an underwater reef.
Ports and Popular Stops
There are only two anchorages in Niseros: Pali and the commercial Mandraki.
Pali
| Pali (Πάλοι) [36°37.2' N 27°10.3' E) in the only anchorage on the island suitable for yachts. In recent years it has been excavated and now there are adequate depths for yachts. Despite the prevailing high gusts, the harbor, once inside, is safe.
Moor stern-to on the N quay. Warning: With the meltemi there is a very strong and uncomfortable constant swell into the harbor. Allow plenty of distance from the quay. There are a couple of restaurants and a motorbike rental store. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this marina & this page's details validated:
| File:Nisyros Paloi h.jpg Chart of Palii Click for larger view |
Mandraki
| Mandraki (Μανδράκι) [36°40' N 27°08.5' E] 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:
| File:Nisyros Mandraki h.jpg Chart of Mandraki Click for larger view |
Anchorages
Quarry Area in Yiali
| The water here while it provides good protection from the meltemi, is polluted from the quarries.
Anchor at 5-6 m depth. 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:
| File:Nisyros Quarry Yiali h.jpg Chart of Yiali Quarry Area Click for larger view |
SW Cove in Yiali
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
Grocery Stores
Eateries
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs
Transportation
Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.
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
- Niseros (Wikipedia)
- Nisyros Customs
- Yiali (Wikipedia)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports in this page.
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