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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agia_Roumeli Agia Roumeli] (Αγία Ρούμελη) is a small village in southwest Crete. It is the southern end of the [[Chania#Samaria_Gorge|Samaria Gorge]]. There is a small breakwater where the ferry that services [[Chora Sfakion]] docks. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agia_Roumeli Agia Roumeli] (Αγία Ρούμελη) is a small village in southwest Crete. It is the southern end of the [[Chania#Samaria_Gorge|Samaria Gorge]]. There is a small breakwater where the ferry that services [[Chora Sfakion]] docks. | ||
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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There are no hazards anywhere in the approaches to Aghia Roumeli. | There are no hazards anywhere in the approaches to Aghia Roumeli. | ||
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It is not possible to use the short quay here, it is in daily use by ferries, the depths are questionable too. | It is not possible to use the short quay here, it is in daily use by ferries, the depths are questionable too. | ||
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==Anchorages== | ==Anchorages== | ||
There are no safe anchorages here. The bay is wide and open to the south. In July and August the ''meltemi'' winds blast down from the high mountains and out of the Samaria Gorge. This is a lunchtime stop only. | There are no safe anchorages here. The bay is wide and open to the south. In July and August the ''meltemi'' winds blast down from the high mountains and out of the Samaria Gorge. This is a lunchtime stop only. | ||
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==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
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You can hike from here to the [[Chania#Samaria_Gorge|Samaria Gorge]]. It is possible to walk up the Samaria Gorge and back down it again in the same day with a very early start. I have done it but it's recommended only for fit and experienced walkers! | You can hike from here to the [[Chania#Samaria_Gorge|Samaria Gorge]]. It is possible to walk up the Samaria Gorge and back down it again in the same day with a very early start. I have done it but it's recommended only for fit and experienced walkers! | ||
The small town has many bars and tavernas and several guest houses and hotels. But once the downward gorge-walking tourists have left on the last ferry the place becomes extremely quiet. | The small town has many bars and tavernas and several guest houses and hotels. But once the downward gorge-walking tourists have left on the last ferry the place becomes extremely quiet. | ||
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Some basic shopping. | Some basic shopping. | ||
- | ===Eateries=== | + | ====Eateries==== |
Several attractive tavernas. | Several attractive tavernas. | ||
- | ===Internet/WiFi=== | + | ====Internet/WiFi==== |
Available? | Available? | ||
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N/A. | N/A. | ||
- | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | + | ====Motorbike & Car Rentals==== |
N/A. | N/A. | ||
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Trash cans. | Trash cans. | ||
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Ferry to [[Chora Sfakion]] and from there busses to [[Chania]]. | Ferry to [[Chora Sfakion]] and from there busses to [[Chania]]. | ||
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''See [[Crete#Routes.2FPassages_To.2FFrom|Crete]]''. | ''See [[Crete#Routes.2FPassages_To.2FFrom|Crete]]''. | ||
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==Forum Discussions== | ==Forum Discussions== | ||
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==References & Publications== | ==References & Publications== | ||
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==Personal Notes== | ==Personal Notes== | ||
Personal experiences? | Personal experiences? | ||
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+ | * October 1997 (on foot via the [[Chania#Samaria_Gorge|Samaria Gorge]]) {{Istioploos2}} | ||
+ | * 2013 --[[User:Ubuysa|Ubuysa]] | ||
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Ayia Roumeli
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Agia Roumeli (Αγία Ρούμελη) is a small village in southwest Crete. It is the southern end of the Samaria Gorge. There is a small breakwater where the ferry that services Chora Sfakion docks.
Charts
See Crete.
Radio Nets
See also Crete
Local Weather
See Aegean Sea.
There are no hazards anywhere in the approaches to Aghia Roumeli.
Berthing Options
It is not possible to use the short quay here, it is in daily use by ferries, the depths are questionable too.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
There are no safe anchorages here. The bay is wide and open to the south. In July and August the meltemi winds blast down from the high mountains and out of the Samaria Gorge. This is a lunchtime stop only.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- N/A (Not Available)
- Water
- N/A
- Electricity
- N/A
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
You can hike from here to the Samaria Gorge. It is possible to walk up the Samaria Gorge and back down it again in the same day with a very early start. I have done it but it's recommended only for fit and experienced walkers!
The small town has many bars and tavernas and several guest houses and hotels. But once the downward gorge-walking tourists have left on the last ferry the place becomes extremely quiet.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Some basic shopping.
Eateries
Several attractive tavernas.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
N/A.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A.
Garbage Disposal
Trash cans.
Transportation
Ferry to Chora Sfakion and from there busses to Chania.
Routes/Passages To/From
See Crete.
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
- Agia Roumeli (Wikipedia)
- Agia Roumeli
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:
- October 1997 (on foot via the Samaria Gorge) --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- 2013 --Ubuysa
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