Palaiokastritsa

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== Palaiokastritsa ==
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[[Image:PalaiokastritsaBay.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''The bay of Palaioastritsa''' <br>''Click for larger view'' ]]
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[[Image:PalaiokastritsaHarbour.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''Palaiokastritsa harbour is filled with small craft''' <br>''Click for larger view'' ]]
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[[Image:Paleokastriksa1.jpg|thumb|345px|right| '''The harbour from west''' <br>''Click for larger view'' ]]
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa], on the East side of Corfu Island, is the "poster" of the island. It first appeared in a watercolor by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear] and since then is appears in every poster or postcard of Corfu. Unfortunately today this idyllic cove with its tiny island church has been surrounded by monster high-rise hotels. But if you place your camera carefully you too can get a good picture.
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa], on the East side of Corfu Island, is the "poster" of the island. It first appeared in a watercolor by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear] and since then is appears in every poster or postcard of Corfu. Unfortunately today this idyllic cove with its tiny island church has been surrounded by monster high-rise hotels. But if you place your camera carefully you too can get a good picture.
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==Local Weather==
==Local Weather==
* ''See  [[Ionian Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Ionian Sea Weather]]''
* ''See  [[Ionian Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Ionian Sea Weather]]''
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==Approach and Navigation==
==Approach and Navigation==
Approaching the cove is difficult because of the rocky shoal.  
Approaching the cove is difficult because of the rocky shoal.  
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==Berthing Options==
==Berthing Options==
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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{{Image right|PalaiokastritsaHarbour.jpg |Palaiokastritsa harbour is filled with small craft<br />''Click for larger view'' }}
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{{Image right|Paleokastriksa1.jpg |The harbour from west - ''Click for larger view'' }}
===Port and Anchorages===
===Port and Anchorages===
You can either anchor off, if you find room, or go stern-to the quay. The port is full of small rental boats. Only at the end of the breakwater is there some room. A detached pontoon at its end is an option for overnight.  The port offers excellent all around shelter.
You can either anchor off, if you find room, or go stern-to the quay. The port is full of small rental boats. Only at the end of the breakwater is there some room. A detached pontoon at its end is an option for overnight.  The port offers excellent all around shelter.
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==
==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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==External links==
==External links==
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa]
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palaiokastritsa Palaiokastritsa] at the Wikipedia
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Lear Edward Lear]
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* Sept. 2010 [[User:CORFUBOAT|CORFUBOAT]] [[Image:BanderaEspañaIcono.jpg]]
* Sept. 2010 [[User:CORFUBOAT|CORFUBOAT]] [[Image:BanderaEspañaIcono.jpg]]
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Revision as of 12:17, 16 May 2015

Palaiokastritsa
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Chart of Palaiokastritsa - Click for larger view

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The bay of Palaioastritsa - Click for larger view

Palaiokastritsa, on the East side of Corfu Island, is the "poster" of the island. It first appeared in a watercolor by Edward Lear and since then is appears in every poster or postcard of Corfu. Unfortunately today this idyllic cove with its tiny island church has been surrounded by monster high-rise hotels. But if you place your camera carefully you too can get a good picture.

Local Weather

Charts

See Corfu.

Radio Nets

  • Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
  • Olympia Radio - VHF channel 02, 03, & 64

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Approach and Navigation

Approaching the cove is difficult because of the rocky shoal.

Berthing Options

Palaiokastritsa harbour is filled with small craft
Click for larger view
The harbour from west - Click for larger view

Port and Anchorages

You can either anchor off, if you find room, or go stern-to the quay. The port is full of small rental boats. Only at the end of the breakwater is there some room. A detached pontoon at its end is an option for overnight. The port offers excellent all around shelter.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

None.

Yacht Repairs and Services

Marine Stores

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs/Yards

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel
Give details on fuel
Water
Give details on water
Electricity
Give details on electricity

Tourism and Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Near the village there are sea caves. From here it is a 1.5 hour climb (with guide; stout footwear required) to the ruined Angelokastro Castle (13th c; panoramic views). There are also many caves which can be reached by dinghy.

Grocery & Supply Stores

Eateries

Internet/WiFi

Available?

Laundry

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Garbage Disposal

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Transportation

Transportation (local and/or international)

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

References & Publications

See Corfu.

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:



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