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* A delightful setting with a spectacularly sited castle, but not a place to come for peace and quiet. We had the pleasure of listening to an all-night disco from one of the beach cafes. --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:01, 1 October 2012 (BST) | * A delightful setting with a spectacularly sited castle, but not a place to come for peace and quiet. We had the pleasure of listening to an all-night disco from one of the beach cafes. --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:01, 1 October 2012 (BST) | ||
| - | * | + | * Certainly worth a visit. The west cove offers limited stern-to mooring on the breakwater. It is also possible to 'land' a fin-keeled vessel directly opposite the breakwater in craft up to about 40 ft. Use a kedge and then walk your front anchor onto the beach. Mooring this way is regularly done by the roaming flotillas. The breakwater makes for an absolute flat calm at night, unlike the uncomfortable swell that curls around the anchorage. |
| + | If anchoring, I would advice all to avoid the area near the tip of the breakwater. This is where the mini motorboats have buoyed off an area for themselves, and they will zoom around you at speed, intent it seems on scaring their punters by almost smashing them into your boat. [[User:BenPikeUK|BenPikeUK]] | ||
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* September 2012 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:01, 1 October 2012 (BST) | * September 2012 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 14:01, 1 October 2012 (BST) | ||
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Revision as of 09:49, 14 August 2013
Parga
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 Anchorage of Ormos Valtou, Parga looking E - Click for larger view
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 Anchorage of E bay, Parga (beyond the islet)Click for larger view | |
 View from battlements of Parga Castle - Click for larger view
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 Parga beach during the season - Click for larger view
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Local Weather
In summer the weather conditions are typical for the northern Ionian. The early morning is usually calm. At about 11:00 the first light wind starts to blow from the NW into the bay, increasing as the afternoon passes and then dying away again in the evening.
- See Ionian Sea Weather
- Also see Ionian Sea Currents & Tides
Charts
- BA
- 206 Corfu: Channels
- Imray-Tetra
- G11 Nísos Kérkira to Nísos Levkas
- NIMA
- 54280 Corfu Channel to Nisis Proti
- Greek
- 10 Kerkyra
Radio Net
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 03
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Most yachts make for the W anchorage off the beach in Ormos Valtou. The headland of Ak Ag. Spiridonhos at the W end of the bay needs to be given a clearance of at least 100 metres as there is a dangerous reef extending off it. There is also a water sports platform in the center of the bay which is poorly lit at night, so a night approach requires care.
Berthing Options
Ports
None.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Anchor in the NW corner of Ormos Valtou, as close to the end of the breakwater of the small craft harbour as your draft permits. Depths are 4.0 – 5.0 metres here and the holding is good in sand and weed. Shelter is good here in the prevailing NW winds, although a swell enters at night. The bay is open S and any fresh to strong winds from that direction make it untenable.
Alternatively, and out of season only, it is possible to anchor in the small cove E of the Venetian castle and the harbour. The harbour itself has a long jetty which is constantly busy with tripper boats during the summer and anchoring anywhere in the approaches is forbidden. The small cove just E of it is a popular swimming beach from June round to September and yachts are not welcomed, but it can be used out of season. Anchor in the centre in 4.0 – 5.0 metres. The holding is good in sand.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Yacht Repairs and Services
None.
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
The Venetian castle is well worth a visit. Although it is poorly maintained and the pathways are rather rough, the views from its battlements are superb. It is also just possible to appreciate the charms of Parga village as it once was, if you ignore the gaudy trappings of the souvenir shops, bars and tavernas that occupy virtually every building along the waterfront.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Provisions shops in the town.
Eateries
Every conceivable type of eatery, from gyros bars to fine dining establishments.
Internet/WiFi
At internet cafes in the town.
Laundry
None.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Europcar and Budget Rentacar in the town.
Garbage Disposal
Bins near the small craft harbour at the W side of Ormos Valtou.
Transportation
- Buses to Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Athens.
- Ferries to Paxos.
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
- Parga (Wikipedia)
Personal Notes
- A delightful setting with a spectacularly sited castle, but not a place to come for peace and quiet. We had the pleasure of listening to an all-night disco from one of the beach cafes. --Athene of Lymington 14:01, 1 October 2012 (BST)
- Certainly worth a visit. The west cove offers limited stern-to mooring on the breakwater. It is also possible to 'land' a fin-keeled vessel directly opposite the breakwater in craft up to about 40 ft. Use a kedge and then walk your front anchor onto the beach. Mooring this way is regularly done by the roaming flotillas. The breakwater makes for an absolute flat calm at night, unlike the uncomfortable swell that curls around the anchorage.
If anchoring, I would advice all to avoid the area near the tip of the breakwater. This is where the mini motorboats have buoyed off an area for themselves, and they will zoom around you at speed, intent it seems on scaring their punters by almost smashing them into your boat. BenPikeUK
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- September 2012 --Athene of Lymington 14:01, 1 October 2012 (BST)
- August 2013 --BenPikeUK
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