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==Pelagos==
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[[Image:Greece_Pelagos_m.jpg|400px|thumb|right|Chart of Pelagos Region<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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{{Infobox |39|21|N|24|04.5|E|
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===Background===
 
The island of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyra_Panagia Pelagos] (Πέλαγος), sometimes referred to as Kyra-Panayia (Κυρα-Παναγιά), is an uninhabited island. It has two very good anchorages: Planitis in the north-east and Kyra-Panayia in the south-west. Planitis is a large landlocked bay, surrounded by green vegetation. On the east side of the island there is an old, now abandoned, monastery. The whole island is the property of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Lavra_%28Athos%29 Agia Lavra] monastery in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Athos Mount Athos]. They have leased grazing rights to some people in [[Pagasitikos_Gulf#Volos_(Port_of_Entry)|Volos]], who own several large herds of goats. Several times a year they come and herd their goats. It is also a sanctuary for marine mammals and birds, and fishing is prohibited.
The island of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyra_Panagia Pelagos] (Πέλαγος), sometimes referred to as Kyra-Panayia (Κυρα-Παναγιά), is an uninhabited island. It has two very good anchorages: Planitis in the north-east and Kyra-Panayia in the south-west. Planitis is a large landlocked bay, surrounded by green vegetation. On the east side of the island there is an old, now abandoned, monastery. The whole island is the property of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Lavra_%28Athos%29 Agia Lavra] monastery in [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Athos Mount Athos]. They have leased grazing rights to some people in [[Pagasitikos_Gulf#Volos_(Port_of_Entry)|Volos]], who own several large herds of goats. Several times a year they come and herd their goats. It is also a sanctuary for marine mammals and birds, and fishing is prohibited.
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The organization for the preservation of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Monk_Seal Mediterranean Seal], ''Monachus Monachus'' or as it is locally known, [http://www.mofi.gr/uk/index.htm ''MOm''] operates out of [[Alonisos]]. They operate an information pavilion in [[Alonisos#Patitiri|Patitiri]], a seal rescue station in [[Alonisos#Gerakas|Gerakas]], and a patrol boat that helps with the enforcement of the regulations of the marine sanctuary, also referred to as the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonissos_Marine_Park ''Marine Park'']. The regulations prohibit any vessel to approach within 1 nM the islands of Piperi and Yura and allows anchorage only at [[#Planitis|Planitis]] and [[#Kyra-Panayia|Kyra-Panayia]] in Pelagos and at [[Skyros#Skantzoura|Skantzoura]].
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The organization for the preservation of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Monk_Seal Mediterranean Seal], ''Monachus Monachus'' or as it is locally known, [http://www.mom.gr/homepage.asp?ITMID=101&LANG=EN ''MOm''] operates out of [[Alonnisos]]. They operate an information pavilion in [[Alonnisos#Patitiri|Patitiri]], a seal rescue station in [[Alonnisos#Gerakas|Gerakas]], and a patrol boat that helps with the enforcement of the regulations of the marine sanctuary, also referred to as the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonissos_Marine_Park ''Marine Park'']. The regulations prohibit any vessel to approach within 1 nM the islands of Piperi and Yura and allows anchorage only at [[#Planitis|Planitis]] and [[#Kyra-Panayia|Kyra-Panayia]] in Pelagos and at [[Skyros#Skantzoura|Skantzoura]].
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===Charts===
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==Charts==
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* BA 1062 Nísoi Voríoi Sporádhes
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*Imray-Tetra G25 Eastern Sporades and North Evvoia
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: G25 Eastern Sporades and North Evvoia
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* Greek 31 North  Evoikos to Kavala Gulf
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* Greek 74 Corinth to Skopelos Island
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: 31 North  Evoikos to Kavala Gulf
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* Greek 331 Sporades to Ay. Efstratios
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: Greek 74 Corinth to Skopelos Island
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: Greek 331 Sporades to Ay. Efstratios
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===Radio Nets===
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==Weather==
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]''
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''See [[Aegean_Sea#Weather|Aegean Sea]]''.
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 and tel. Tel. +30 4240 65 595 ([[Alonisos#Patitiri|Patitiri]])
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==Passages==
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* [[Cruising the North Sporades Islands]]
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==Islands==
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{{Poi |39|21|N|24|19.6|E| | type= island| name= Piperi
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| text= There are no anchorages in this small island. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piperi%2C_Greece Piperi] (Πιπέρι) is within the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonissos_Marine_Park ''Marine Park''] and approach to the island is restricted to no closer than 1 nM. All fishing is strictly forbidden. Yachts can stay for only one night. The organization for the preservation of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Monk_Seal Mediterranean Seal], ''Monachus Monachus'' or as it is locally known, [http://www.mom.gr/homepage.asp?ITMID=101&LANG=EN ''MOm''], patrols the ''Marine Park'' and enforces its regulations.}}
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{{Poi |39|23.6|N|24|10.3|E| | type= island| name= Youra | zoom= 13
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| text= There are no anchorages in this small island. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gioura Youra] or Yioura (Γιούρα) is the home of a unique wild goat, it is within the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonissos_Marine_Park ''Marine Park''] and approach to the island is restricted to no closer than 1 nM. All fishing is strictly forbidden. Yachts can stay for only one night. The organization for the preservation of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Monk_Seal Mediterranean Seal], ''Monachus Monachus'' or as it is locally known, [http://www.mom.gr/homepage.asp?ITMID=101&LANG=EN ''MOm''], patrols the ''Marine Park'' and enforces its regulations.}}
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==Communication==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''
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* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 and tel. Tel. +30 4240 65 595 ([[Alonnisos#Patitiri|Patitiri]])
* Olympia Radio - VHF on the E side of the island in [[#Planitis|Planitis]] and in [[#Kyra-Panayia|Kyra-Panayia]]. On the W side of the island Channels 03 and 60
* Olympia Radio - VHF on the E side of the island in [[#Planitis|Planitis]] and in [[#Kyra-Panayia|Kyra-Panayia]]. On the W side of the island Channels 03 and 60
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===Approach and Navigation===
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==Navigation==
In general, during the summer months the ''meltemi'' is weaker in the Sporades region. Approaches to the island are straight forward, no dangers.
In general, during the summer months the ''meltemi'' is weaker in the Sporades region. Approaches to the island are straight forward, no dangers.
Specific dangers are mentioned, as needed, for each anchorage.
Specific dangers are mentioned, as needed, for each anchorage.
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===Anchorages===
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==Berthing==
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====Planitis====
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===Ports===
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|valign="top"|Planitis (Πλανήτης) is a most secure anchorage [39° 21' N 24° 04.5' E] as it is totally enclosed by land save a narrow 82 m opening. The sea here is always flat and the bottom is weed and sand which provide very good holding. There are several places to anchor, all equally good. The bay is lovely although the water is not very clear.
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<font color="red">Caution:</font> Always enter the bay by keeping the little island to your right. At the left side of the island there are many dangerous rocks. During strong north winds entering and exiting the bay may be impossible.
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===Marinas===
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None.
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There is a nice 1 hr walk, following the path, that leads to a lovely fjord at the north-east of the island. The path is pleasant, there are herds of goats and a flock of pheasants.
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==Anchorages==
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{{Poi |39|21|N|24|04.5|E| | type= anchorage |name= Planitis |altname= Πλανήτης) | zoom= 15
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| imagetext= Chart of Planitis
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| text= Planitis is a most secure anchorage as it is totally enclosed by land save a narrow 82 m opening. The sea here is always flat and the bottom is weed and sand which provide very good holding. There are several places to anchor, all equally good. The bay is lovely although the water is not very clear.
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[[Image:Greece_Pelag1.jpg|200px|thumb|center|Planitis Bay<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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{{Caution}} Always enter the bay by keeping the little island to your right. At the left side of the island there are many dangerous rocks. During strong north winds entering and exiting the bay may be impossible.
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|[[Image:Greece_Planitis_h.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chart of Planitis<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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There is a nice 1 hr walk, following the path, that leads to a lovely fjord at the north-east of the island. The path is pleasant, there are herds of goats and a flock of pheasants.}}
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====Kyra-Panayia====
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[[Image:Greece_KyraPanayia_h.jpg|300px|thumb|right|Chart of Kyra-Panayia<br/>''Click for larger view'']]
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{{himage|Greece_Pelag2.jpg|The entrance of Planitis Bay}}
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Kyra-Panayia (Κυρα-Παναγιά) or Kyra-Panagia or Ayios Petros [39° 18' N 24° 02.5' E] is the second safe anchorage in the island. It is a lovely setting and provides good but gusty shelter from the meltemi. With south winds it is not tenable. There are several spots where one can anchor. The north-west cove, behind the small island is the best spot. The bottom is sand and provides good holding. This one a favorite anchorage with many cruisers.
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{{himage|Greece_Pelag1.jpg|Planitis Bay}}
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====Monastery Cove====
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{{Poi |39|19|N|24|03.1|E| | type= anchorage |name= Kyra-Panayia |altname= Κυρα-Παναγιά | zoom= 15
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This cove, on the east side of the island can be used for visiting the abandoned monastery, a short walk along the path.
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| image= Greece_KyraPanyia_h.jpg
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| imagetext= Chart of Kyra-Panayia
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| text= Kyra-Panayia or Kyra-Panagia or Ayios Petros is the second safe anchorage in the island. It is a lovely setting and provides good but gusty shelter from the meltemi. With south winds it is not tenable. There are several spots where one can anchor. The north-west cove, behind the small island is the best spot. The bottom is sand and provides good holding. This one a favorite anchorage with many cruisers.}}
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<font color="red">Warning:</font> The cove is '''not''' a good anchorage and a yacht can only anchor for brief period only when the weather is calm.
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{{Poi |39|19.5|N|24|05.7|E| | type= anchorage| name= Monastery Cove | zoom= 16
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| text= This cove, on the east side of the island can be used for visiting the abandoned monastery, a short walk along the path.
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===Offshore Islands===
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{{Warning}} The cove is '''not''' a good anchorage and a yacht can only anchor for brief period only when the weather is calm.}}
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====Piperi====
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There are no anchorages in this small island. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piperi%2C_Greece Piperi] (Πιπέρι) is within the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonissos_Marine_Park ''Marine Park''] and approach to the island is restricted to no closer than 1 nM. All fishing is strictly forbidden. Yachts can stay for only one night. The organization for the preservation of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Monk_Seal Mediterranean Seal], ''Monachus Monachus'' or as it is locally known, [http://www.mofi.gr/uk/index.htm ''MOm''], patrols the ''Marine Park'' and enforces its regulations.
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====Youra====
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==Amenities==
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There are no anchorages in this small island. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gioura Youra] or Yioura (Γιούρα) is the home of a unique wild goat, it is within the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alonissos_Marine_Park ''Marine Park''] and approach to the island is restricted to no closer than 1 nM. All fishing is strictly forbidden. Yachts can stay for only one night. The organization for the preservation of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Monk_Seal Mediterranean Seal], ''Monachus Monachus'' or as it is locally known, [http://www.mofi.gr/uk/index.htm ''MOm''], patrols the ''Marine Park'' and enforces its regulations.
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===Routes/Passages To/From===
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|header|Facilities
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===Tourism & things to do ashore===
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|Water| None
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Nice long walks and a visit to  the [[#Monastery_Cove|abandoned monastery]].
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|Electricity| None
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|Toilets| None
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|Showers| None
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|Laundry| None
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|Garbage| None. Take it with you.
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===References & Publications===
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|header|Supplies
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See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]].
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|Fuel| None
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|Bottled gas| None
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|Chandlers| None
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|header|Services
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|Repairs| None
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|Internet|  None
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|Mobile connectivity|
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|Vehicle rentals| None
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==Provisioning==
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None.
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==Eating out==
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None.
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==Transportation==
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Only day trips from [[Alonnisos]].
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==Tourism==
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Nice long walks and a visit to  the [[#Monastery_Cove|abandoned monastery]].
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===Cruiser's Friends===
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==Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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===Forum Discussions===
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==Forums==
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List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyra_Panagia Pelagos or Kyra-Panayia] (Wikipedia)
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* {{wikipedia|Kyra_Panagia|Pelagos or Kyra-Panayia}}
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* [http://www.mom.gr/homepage.asp?ITMID=101&LANG=EN MOm]
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===Personal Notes===
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==References==
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''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''.
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Latest revision as of 12:10, 15 August 2018

World ▶ Mediterranean ▶ Aegean Sea ▶ Greece ▶ Sporades ▶ Pelagos

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Pelages or Kyra Panayia
39°21′N, 24°04.5′E Chart icon.png
lat=39_21_N | lon=24_04.5_E | zoom=11 | y
Greece Pelagos m.jpg
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Chart of Pelagos Region

The island of Pelagos (Πέλαγος), sometimes referred to as Kyra-Panayia (Κυρα-Παναγιά), is an uninhabited island. It has two very good anchorages: Planitis in the north-east and Kyra-Panayia in the south-west. Planitis is a large landlocked bay, surrounded by green vegetation. On the east side of the island there is an old, now abandoned, monastery. The whole island is the property of the Agia Lavra monastery in Mount Athos. They have leased grazing rights to some people in Volos, who own several large herds of goats. Several times a year they come and herd their goats. It is also a sanctuary for marine mammals and birds, and fishing is prohibited.

The organization for the preservation of the Mediterranean Seal, Monachus Monachus or as it is locally known, MOm operates out of Alonnisos. They operate an information pavilion in Patitiri, a seal rescue station in Gerakas, and a patrol boat that helps with the enforcement of the regulations of the marine sanctuary, also referred to as the Marine Park. The regulations prohibit any vessel to approach within 1 nM the islands of Piperi and Yura and allows anchorage only at Planitis and Kyra-Panayia in Pelagos and at Skantzoura.

Charts

BA
1062 Nísoi Voríoi Sporádhes
Imray-Tetra
G25 Eastern Sporades and North Evvoia
Greek
31 North Evoikos to Kavala Gulf
Greek 74 Corinth to Skopelos Island
Greek 331 Sporades to Ay. Efstratios

Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Passages

Islands

Piperi

Piperi/wiki/Pelagos#Piperi
Island icon Piperi [[Pelagos#Piperi|Piperi]] 39°21′N, 24°19.6′E
There are no anchorages in this small island. Piperi (Πιπέρι) is within the Marine Park and approach to the island is restricted to no closer than 1 nM. All fishing is strictly forbidden. Yachts can stay for only one night. The organization for the preservation of the Mediterranean Seal, Monachus Monachus or as it is locally known, MOm, patrols the Marine Park and enforces its regulations.

Youra

Youra/wiki/Pelagos#Youra
Island icon Youra [[Pelagos#Youra|Youra]] 39°23.6′N, 24°10.3′E
There are no anchorages in this small island. Youra or Yioura (Γιούρα) is the home of a unique wild goat, it is within the Marine Park and approach to the island is restricted to no closer than 1 nM. All fishing is strictly forbidden. Yachts can stay for only one night. The organization for the preservation of the Mediterranean Seal, Monachus Monachus or as it is locally known, MOm, patrols the Marine Park and enforces its regulations.

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets

  • Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 and tel. Tel. +30 4240 65 595 (Patitiri)
  • Olympia Radio - VHF on the E side of the island in Planitis and in Kyra-Panayia. On the W side of the island Channels 03 and 60

Navigation

In general, during the summer months the meltemi is weaker in the Sporades region. Approaches to the island are straight forward, no dangers. Specific dangers are mentioned, as needed, for each anchorage.

Berthing

Ports

None.

Marinas

None.

Anchorages

Chart of Planitis

Planitis

Planitis/wiki/Pelagos#Planitis
Anchorage icon Planitis [[Pelagos#Planitis|Planitis]] (Πλανήτης)) 39°21′N, 24°04.5′E

Planitis is a most secure anchorage as it is totally enclosed by land save a narrow 82 m opening. The sea here is always flat and the bottom is weed and sand which provide very good holding. There are several places to anchor, all equally good. The bay is lovely although the water is not very clear.

Caution: Always enter the bay by keeping the little island to your right. At the left side of the island there are many dangerous rocks. During strong north winds entering and exiting the bay may be impossible.

There is a nice 1 hr walk, following the path, that leads to a lovely fjord at the north-east of the island. The path is pleasant, there are herds of goats and a flock of pheasants.
The entrance of Planitis Bay
Planitis Bay
Chart of Kyra-Panayia

Kyra-Panayia

Kyra-Panayia/wiki/Pelagos#Kyra-Panayia
Anchorage icon Kyra-Panayia [[Pelagos#Kyra-Panayia|Kyra-Panayia]] (Κυρα-Παναγιά) 39°19′N, 24°03.1′E
Kyra-Panayia or Kyra-Panagia or Ayios Petros is the second safe anchorage in the island. It is a lovely setting and provides good but gusty shelter from the meltemi. With south winds it is not tenable. There are several spots where one can anchor. The north-west cove, behind the small island is the best spot. The bottom is sand and provides good holding. This one a favorite anchorage with many cruisers.

Monastery Cove

Monastery Cove/wiki/Pelagos#Monastery_Cove
Anchorage icon Monastery Cove [[Pelagos#Monastery Cove|Monastery Cove]] 39°19.5′N, 24°05.7′E

This cove, on the east side of the island can be used for visiting the abandoned monastery, a short walk along the path.

Warning: The cove is not a good anchorage and a yacht can only anchor for brief period only when the weather is calm.

Amenities

Facilities
Water None
Electricity None
Toilets None
Showers None
Laundry None
Garbage None. Take it with you.
Supplies
Fuel None
Bottled gas None
Chandlers None
Services
Repairs None
Internet None
Mobile connectivity
Vehicle rentals None

Provisioning

None.

Eating out

None.

Transportation

Only day trips from Alonnisos.

Tourism

Nice long walks and a visit to the abandoned monastery.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Greece.

Comments

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