Pylos
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Pylos (Port of Entry)
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Pylos (Πύλος ) or Pilos or Navarino or Neokastro is a fairly modern town located in the deep bay of Navarino where there was a very famous naval battle of the British, French, and Russians against the Ottomans in 1827. This battle devastated the Ottoman fleet and led to Greek independence since the Turkish-Egyptian troops were totally cut-off and at the mercy of the Greek rebels.
Modern Pylos is at the S of of Navarino bay but the the famous Pylos, the capital of Nestor, the Homeric hero, was located to the N of the bay.
Charts
- BA
- 189 Nisos Sapiénza to Nisos Paxoi
- Imray-Tetra
- G15 Southern Peloponnisos
- NIMA
- 54301 Kalamai and Approaches
- Greek
- 212 Othonoi I. to Amvrakikos Gulf
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Greek Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF channels 27, 83, & 86
Local Weather
See Ionian Sea.
Danger: The only safe way of entering the bay of Navarino is from the S of the long island Sfaktiria.
Check-in facilities
There are anchoring several possibilities within the bay: In the "marina", the commercial harbor, and anchoring off in N of the bay.
Yachts entering Greece for the first time or checking out, should report to the Coast Guard (Limenarchio). They will direct them, if appropriate, to Customs, and Passport Police. All are nearby in the commercial harbor. Procedures here are lax.--Istioploos 14:32, 5 June 2008 (MDT)
The commercial harbor of Pylos 36°54.9′N, 21°41.6′E, is not only crowded with commercial vessels but it has a very uncomfortable swell. It is to be avoided.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
There are several places one can anchor at the N end of the bay. The shelter is good but anchoring can present problems.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
There is a small chandlery, Fortis, next to the super market in the main square. They also carry Camping Gaz.
Repairs/Yards
Only for the outboard.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- A mini tanker delivers to the marina. Call +30 27230 22 107 (speaks English) or another tanker on +30 27230 22 287
- Water
- There is a faucet near the marina entrance, but not very convenient. There is also an outlet at the commercial harbor (call +30 2723 22 127)
- Electricity
- N/A (Not Available)
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Bronze Statuette in Pylos Museum Click for larger view |
Neocastro Click for larger view |
The most important place here is to visit the excavation site of Nestor's Palace in Englianos. The ongoing excavation is described in detail in the excavation reports in The Pylos Regional Archaeological Project. In the early stages of this excavation by the American archaeologist C.W. Blegen many clay tablets were found. These tablets were written in a script (also found in Crete and other Mycenaean sites) that was labeled "linear B". The script was deciphered by the brilliant work of Michael Ventris and John Chadwick and was found to be the earliest form of Greek. Many of the findings from the excavation are in the the Pylos Museum in the town.
A nice walk from the town is Neokastro, the Ottoman castle of Pylos. It is fairly large and well preserved. Within the castle there is an interesting historical and folkloric exhibit. Well worth a visit.
Grocery & Supply Stores
There is a small supermarket at the main square.
Eateries
Good food at 1930 and O Koúkos
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés.
Laundry
The dry cleaner uphill from the NW corner of the square does laundry but they take at least one day.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- No motorbikes are to be rented
- Cars near the Miramare hotel, ask for Mr. Nikos Houmas
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the marina and commercial harbor.
Transportation
There are regular buses to Kalamata from where one can fly to Athens.
Routes/Passages To/From
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
- Pylos (Wikipedia)
- Nestor's Palace
- Sphacteria (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details checked:
- June 2001 --Istioploos
- March 2010 --Pete R Spoke to both fuel tankers and are open all year round.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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Names: Istioploos, Lighthouse, Pete R |
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