Porto Koufo
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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
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Passages
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Communication
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
The approach to Porto Koufo is straightforward, the fairly narrow entrance is well marked with green and red lights.
Berthing
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.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | On the pier |
| Electricity | N/A (Not Available) |
| Toilets | N/A |
| Showers | N/A |
| Laundry | ? |
| Garbage | Trash cans |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | On the pier |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | N/A |
| Internet | N/A |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Minimal supplies.
Eating out
There are several tavernas serving very fresh fish.
Transportation
Busses to Thessaloniki.
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.
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
- Porto Koufo at the Wikipedia
References
See Greece.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Porto Koufo and this page's details validated:
- Summer 1992 --Istioploos
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