Plataria
From CruisersWiki
Plataria
 (Click links for more information)
| |
 | 39°27′N, 020°16.5′E |
|---|---|
 | Photo gallery |
 | Local chartlet |
Click for larger view
Plataria (Πλαταριά) is a small town located at the head of a deep bay immediately south of Igoumenitsas and north of Mourtos. There is a long sandy beach across the head of the bay. There is a small harbour at the northern end of the beach that is used by a few small local fishing boats plus a number of yachts, a dozen or so of whom hardly move throughout the season. The harbour is also the base for a flotilla charter company, and can be very busy on turn around days. During the week it is generally a quiet spot.
Charts
- BA
- 206 Corfu: Channels
- Imray-Tetra
- G11 Nísos Kérkira to Nísos Levkas
- NIMA
- 54280 Corfu Channel to Nisis Proti
- Greek
- 10 Kerkyra
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Coast Guard VHF Channel 12
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
Approach is very straightforward and there are no obvious hazards.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
None.
Ports and Popular Stops
Boats berth stern or bows to the quay or breakwater wherever there is space. The breakwater is very low and at high tide parts can be flooded. During flotilla turn around days the quay immediately in front of the town is usually hectic with flotilla boats and there may be some overflow of flotilla yachts onto the outer breakwater. Once a day someone will come round and ask for the boat's name, length, nationality and official registration number.
Note: As at August 2011 the electricity infrastructure on the main breakwater has been condemned. Consequently shore power is not currently available on the breakwater. Also the lighting on the quay is not functioning so if going ashore after sunset a flashlight is advisable.
Note: During the winter of 2010/11 a small yacht of perhaps 30 feet sank while stern to the inside of the outer arm of the main breakwater. As at 18 August 2011 the hull remains resting on the harbour bottom while the upper part of the mast sticks up out of the water at about 45 degrees. The obstructed area is marked by a red oil containment skirt and occupies perhaps about 15 metres of berthing space.
Anchorages
During the summer and in settled weather it is usually possible to anchor off the beach.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- Diesel fuel can be brought to the dock by mini-tanker.
- Water
- There are water outlets on the main breakwater. These were working in August 2011 and no charge was being made.
- Electricity
- There are electricity outlets on the main breakwater but these were not working in August 2011.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Grocery & Supply Stores
There are some small shops and a mini-market in town.
Eateries
There are a number of bars and cafes to eat at ashore. For a superior eating experience it may be worth walking to the far end of the beach where there are two or three better restaurants.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Garbage Disposal
There are skips for garbage at the root of the long breakwater.
Transportation
Transportation (local and/or international)
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
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
Publications, Guides, etc.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
- Visited August 2010, and again August 2011 --Wayward
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
|
|---|
|
Names: Wayward |
| |
|---|
| | HOMEPAGE | Wiki Contents | Mediterranean | Italy | Albania | Greece| Ionian Sea | Plataria| |
