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Revision as of 11:00, 14 September 2011
Korinthiakos Kolpos
Background
Korinthiakos Kolpos (Κορινθιακός Κόλπος) or Gulf of Corinth is dominated by the large commercial harbor of Corinth (Κόρινθος). It is bounded on the west by the Rio-Antirio strait leading to the Gulf of Patras, to the north by mainland Greece, to the east by the Corinth Canal leading to the Saronic Gulf, and to the south by northern Peloponnese. The gulf is not a favored cruising ground but it is passage route of yachts coming or going from the Ionian Sea to the Aegean. Nevertheless there are here several pleasant ports and anchorages.
Charts
- BA
- 1600 Korinthiakós Kólpos
- Imray-Tetra
- G13 Gulfs of Patras and Corinth
- NIMA
- 54289 Korinthiakos Kolpos
- Greek
- 232 Korinthiakos Kolpos
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, tel. +30 27410 28 888
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02, 64, & 85
Weather
The prevailing wind in Korinthiakos Kolpos in the summer is from the west and it rarely exceeds force 6. Like the meltemi it reaches it peak in the middle of the day and subsides in the evening. In the autumn and spring the wind can be either from the east or from the west.
Danger: From the late autumn to the early spring the weather can be very volatile with violent thunderstorms. I have experienced very severe weather, force 9, while approaching Corinth. --Istioploos
Sailing from west to east you enter the gulf from the Gulf of Patras via the Rio-Antirio Strait. To reach the Aegean, you exit the Gulf of Corinth via the Corinth Canal.
Warning: There is no problem passing under the bridge, but be aware that the west going traffic keeps to the left rather than to the right. Follow the Green IALA A symbol.
Ports and Popular Stops
Nafpaktos
38°23.51′N, 21°49.75′E Nafpaktos or Navpaktos (Ναύπακτος) or Lepanto is a jewel of a tiny mediaeval harbor well protected from from the the prevailing winds although SW and SE winds can cause some uncomfortable swell. The waterfront of the town is delightful. Unfortunately there are two problems that make this idyllic harbor less so: It is small and it is hard to find room (arrive early), and it is very noisy. The nose comes from the heavy truck traffic and from the music at night. I mean real objectionable blearing music form a night club at the E entrance, just a few meters away from your yacht. Anchor in about 3 m depth and back up to the SE mole. Warning: Be prepared to be squeezed by boats arriving after you. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
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Galaxidhi
38°22.65′N, 22°23.34′E
Galaxidhi (Γαλαξίδι) is harbor in the mainland. The town has had a long history with shipping and shipbuilding. Today it is an upscale picturesque town popular with Athenians. It is good place to leave your boat for a visit to Delphi. The harbor offers a good all around shelter although there can be some swell with NE winds. Backup to the quay after anchoring in 3-4 m depth. The bottom is mud and weed and provides good holding. Danger: In the entrance to the harbor stay clear of the small island of Ayios Yioryios and its surrounding reefs. Use a good large scale chart.
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Itea
38°25.74′N, 22°25.37′E - Chartlet, Photos
Itea (Ιτέα) is a small commercial harbor, used mostly for agricultural products.
Itea is a port of entry, however, since very few yachts call here, it may be better to clear into/out of Greece in more mainstream port where the bureaucratic procedures are more streamlined.
The harbor is safe and it is good alternative to Galaxidhi for leaving the boat for a visit to Delphi.
Corinth
37°56.47′N, 22°56.28′E
Corinth or Kórinthos (Κόρινθος) is a large city on the SE of the Gulf of Corinth. While it has a large commercial harbour, its optimistically named Corinth Yacht Harbour has little to offer a cruising yacht and space is almost non-existent inside. If you are prepared to put up with mooring alongside in the commercial harbour, Corinth is a good place to leave the yacht while visiting the many interesting archeological sites within a few hours drive. If you must try for a place in the yacht harbour, note that the only secure berths are alongside the end of two T pontoons to starboard once inside the harbour. The further one seems to be permanently occupied by a local boat and, if the nearer one is taken, you either have to raft up on it or go to the commercial harbour. If you are tempted to try going alongside the jetty that encloses the tiny fishing boat harbour, note that the depths here are less than 2.0 metres and that there are some fender-bursting projections along the wall - not a nice place to leave a yacht. Mooring or anchorage is safe but the harbour is "held" by a number of Tunisian people who squatted the green lighthouse at the head of the mole. They ask for some money to "watch" your boat but I recommend "during the night stay closed in the boat". In August 2010 at 1.00 AM Greek police went with a flashlight and found an outlaw hidden between my boat and the mole. User:Paologull We spent only ten minutes investigating Corinth Yacht Harbour before deciding to head on to Kiato. Frankly, it's a dump. --Athene of Lymington 11:58, 14 September 2011 (BST) Danger: With strong NE winds entering and leaving the commercial harbor can be dangerous. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Marinas & Yacht ClubsNone. AnchoragesAnemokambi
Offshore IslandsTrizonia 38°22.08′N, 22°04.66′E Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Alkonides 38°06.88′N, 22°59.25′E - Photos Danger: There are large, just below the surface, boulders. Have a lookout at the bow while approaching. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
Routes/Passages To/FromTourism & things to do ashore
In NafpaktosWalk around the ramparts of the harbor. Also, if you have time walk up to the castle with its distinct bell-tower. In GalaxidiOther than wandering in it lovely streets you should visit the Nautical Museum which houses a good collection of 19th century model ships (built in Galaxidhi), paintings, figureheads, and nautical instruments. Also worth visiting is the Archaeological Collection which is housed within the Nautical Museum. DelphiFrom Galaxidhi you can take a taxi or a local bus to Delphi, about 10 km. Delphi is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Greece. While in Delphi visit the Museum which houses many masterpieces along with the breath taking Charioteer. From CorinthFrom Corinth one can visit Ancient Corinth (also the Museum there) and Acrocorinthos, as well as Isthmia and the Isthmia Museum (several of the exhibits there from Kechries have been found by my wife Dr. Alice S. Riginos and even a few underwater finds by me --Istioploos 16:48, 9 May 2008 (MDT)). Further away from Corinth there the most important Bronze Age sites of Mycenae (the citadel, the tombs, the museum) and Tiryns. Fuel, Water, & Electricity
LaundryGrocery & Supply Stores
Eateries
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & FacilitiesSubmit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers. RepairsTransportationFrom most ports there is bus to Athens. From Patras and Corinth there is also a train. References & PublicationsSee Greece. Cruiser's FriendsContact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance. Forum DiscussionsList links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements) External Links
Personal NotesPersonal experiences? Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)See individual ports in this page.
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