Pythagorio

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Pythagorio (Port of entry)

Background

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Chart of Pythagorio Harbor

Pythagorio (Πυθαγόριο) Harbor [37°41' N 026°56' E], sometimes referred to by the locals by its old name Tigani (frying pan), is the best natural harbor in Samos. It provides all weather shelter although the outer harbor is open to the SE. The anchor holding is excellent. One can either moor in the inner harbor or anchor in the outer harbor. In the inner harbor anchor towards N and avoid the SE side where most of the day-trip boats moor. In the summer, the inner harbor is always very crowded so be prepared for fouled anchors. The outer harbor is very safe with the meltemi, I was there with a force 8 wind without any problems. However, the outer harbor is not safe with E and SE winds. Two anchors are advisable.

Pythagorio Harbor is a port of entry into Greece. Until 1997 there was an attendant who listened on VHF channel 12 and also operated the fuel pump at the W of the harbor. Because the township failed to pay his salary he resigned. During the 1998-9 seasons there was no attendant and the fuel pump is no longer operational. The nearest gas station, is 4 km out of town. For fuel, it is best to go to the Marina, about 1.5 M to the N. At times, there is a strong smell of sewer in the inner harbor. There are several water outlets in the quay and electrical outlets. For connection to either the water or electricity, see Mr. Nikos, the attendant (he is there 8:00 to 12:00 and 5:00 to 8:00 PM and can be reached by phone at +30 6977 904 922).

The town of Pythagorio Harbor, while attractive, is heavily touristic and extremely noisy at night. A disco at the E end of the harbors broadcasts until 2:00 AM. There is a museum and many stores. Most of them will delivered provisions to the quay, if asked. Most of the restaurants are of low quality and overpriced.

Charts

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Radio Nets

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Approach and Navigation

Warning: Be aware of the Dangerous Rock with a beacon almost in the middle of the inner harbor's entrance, always enter from the N side.

Check-in facilities

There are no check-in facilities. If you anchor off you are on your own. If you go to the harbor, go to the center and anchor, near other yachts. After a day or two someone will appear to collect the harbor dues.

Pythagorio is a port of entry into Greece. The Limenarchio (Coast Guard VHF channel 12 or tel. +30 2730 61 225) expects to be informed if you are entering Greece incoming from Turkey.

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Anchorages

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Offshore Islands

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Routes/Passages To/From

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Tourism & things to do ashore

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Fuel & Water

Laundry

Grocery Stores

Eateries

Marine stores

There are at least two chandlery stores in Pythagorio

  • The store on the main street vertical to the harbor is well stocked.
  • There is new store in the marina, as of the fall 2007, its stock was limited.

References & Publications

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