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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zakros Ormos Zakros] (Όρμος Ζάκρος) is a pleasant cove on southeastern Crete. Inland from the cove, is [[Sitia#Zakros|Kato Zakros]], he site of a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minoan_civilization Minoan Palace], the fourth in size in Crete. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zakros Ormos Zakros] (Όρμος Ζάκρος) is a pleasant cove on southeastern Crete. Inland from the cove, is [[Sitia#Zakros|Kato Zakros]], he site of a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minoan_civilization Minoan Palace], the fourth in size in Crete. | ||
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Anchor in 5-6 meters in the NW corner of the bay, just off a small shingle beach some 50 meters NE of the beached freighter (if it is still there). The bay is an excellent stop-off for a visit to the Minoan site of Zakros and the Valley of the Dead, where rock-cut tombs are to be found. | Anchor in 5-6 meters in the NW corner of the bay, just off a small shingle beach some 50 meters NE of the beached freighter (if it is still there). The bay is an excellent stop-off for a visit to the Minoan site of Zakros and the Valley of the Dead, where rock-cut tombs are to be found. | ||
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Revision as of 23:02, 23 March 2016
Ormos Zakros
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Ormos Zakros (Όρμος Ζάκρος) is a pleasant cove on southeastern Crete. Inland from the cove, is Kato Zakros, he site of a Minoan Palace, the fourth in size in Crete.
Charts
See Crete.
Radio Nets
See also Crete
Local Weather
See Aegean Sea.
The anchorage should be approached from the northern end, to avoid the reefs extending from the shore in the centre and also towards the northern end. At the time of visit (June 2009), the more northern of the two reefs was conveniently marked by a coastal freighter which had run aground on this reef. However, attempts were being made to refloat it at the time, so it may be removed at some stage.
Berthing Options
Anchor in 5-6 meters in the NW corner of the bay, just off a small shingle beach some 50 meters NE of the beached freighter (if it is still there). The bay is an excellent stop-off for a visit to the Minoan site of Zakros and the Valley of the Dead, where rock-cut tombs are to be found.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
None.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Visit the Minoan Palace. Hike in the Zakros gorge.
Grocery & Supply Stores
None.
Eateries
There is a taverna on the shore and another near the ruins (both open in summer only).
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
None.
Garbage Disposal
Trash cans.
Transportation
- Busses to Sitia
Routes/Passages To/From
See Crete.
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
- Ormos Zakros (Wikipedia)
- Kato Zakros
References & Publications
See Greece.
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:
- I drove there from Sitia in September 1997 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- June 2009 -- Athene of Lymington
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