Porto Koufo
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| - | + | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porto_Koufo Porto Koufo] (Πόρτο Κουφό) or Koufo is reputed to be one of the largest natural harbors in Greece. It is a beautiful harbor wooded, and surrounded by red cliffs. A large number of fishing boat and some charter boats operate from here. | |
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It provides an excellent shelter although there can be occasionally violent gusts when a S wind blows strong. | It provides an excellent shelter although there can be occasionally violent gusts when a S wind blows strong. | ||
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==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
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The approach to Porto Koufo is straightforward, the fairly narrow entrance is well marked with green and red lights. | The approach to Porto Koufo is straightforward, the fairly narrow entrance is well marked with green and red lights. | ||
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==Things to do Ashore== | ==Things to do Ashore== | ||
====Tourism==== | ====Tourism==== | ||
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On the rocky and steep coastline there are several caves. The one on the SE side of the entrance can be entered with a dinghy. | On the rocky and steep coastline there are several caves. The one on the SE side of the entrance can be entered with a dinghy. | ||
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==== | ====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)==== | ||
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
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Porto Koufo (Πόρτο Κουφό) or Koufo is reputed to be one of the largest natural harbors in Greece. It is a beautiful harbor wooded, and surrounded by red cliffs. A large number of fishing boat and some charter boats operate from here.
It provides an excellent shelter although there can be occasionally violent gusts when a S wind blows strong.
Charts
- BA
- 1086 Strimonikos kólpos to Edremit Körfezi
- Imray-Tetra
- G2 Aegean Sea (North)
- NIMA
- 54360 Thessaloniki to Canakkale Bogazi Dardanelles
- Greek
- 31 North Evoikos to Kavala Gulf
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
See Aegean Sea.
The approach to Porto Koufo is straightforward, the fairly narrow entrance is well marked with green and red lights.
Berthing Options
You can either anchor in about 5 m depth or tie side-to the pier. The bottom is mud and weed with good holding once your anchor penetrates the weed.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None. However, Porto Carras Marina is only few miles north.
Anchorages
None.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- On the pier
- Water
- On the pier
- Electricity
- N/A (Not Available)
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
On the rocky and steep coastline there are several caves. The one on the SE side of the entrance can be entered with a dinghy.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Minimal supplies.
Eateries
There are several tavernas serving very fresh fish.
Internet/WiFi
None.
Laundry
?
Motorbike & Car Rentals
?
Garbage Disposal
Trash cans.
Transportation
Busses to Thessaloniki.
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
- Porto Koufo (Wikipedia)
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:
- Summer 1992 --Istioploos
Travels with S/Y Thetis
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