Cesme
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Çesme (Port of entry)
Background
Çesme is a small old fashion town surrounded by a region of over 1 million inhabitants, mostly in vacation homes during the summer. It is a very pleasant region because it has two openings to the sea: in the Aegean to the W and into the the Gulf of Ildir to the E.
 Click for larger view ChartsBA 1645 Nisos Chios and Izmir Körfezi Imray-Tetra G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey NIMA 54389 Fener Adasi to Samos Strait Greek 334 Chios Island & Opposite Coast of Asia Minor Radio NetsAlso see Cruiser's Nets Submit details of local radio Nets. | File:Cesme r.jpg Chart of Çesme Region Click for larger view |
| Approaching the Çesme Harbor from the Aegean or approaching the Setur Çeşme Marina and other anchorages in the Gulf of Ildir from the gulf is straight forward and with out dangers but:
Danger: Care must be taken when going from the Aegean to the gulf of Ildir. There are many reefs and shallow areas. The Uç Burunlar PassageGoing through the tricky Uç Burunlar Passage saves time and distance. At first glance, it seems hopeless because many of the reefs are just below the surface and are very hard to see. The trick is to move very slowly and carefully along an S shaped course. From Çesme to the Gulf of Ildir proceed as follows:
Check-in facilitiesOn the Aegean side, there is the old Çesme Harbor and on the Ildir side, there is the Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin Marina) and several small harbors which mostly cater to local boats. Boats checking-in or out of Turkey should contact the Harbor Master, Health (accross the street from the harbor), Customs, and Passport Control (on the SW entrance of the harbor). | File:Cesme Uc.jpg Chart of Uç Passage Click for larger view |
Ports and Popular Stops
Çesme Harbor
| Work is almost completed on the municipal marina [38° 19' N 26° 18' E] within the harbor. Go stern-to any of the pontoons. There are permanent moorings.
Bavaria Yachts, a local dealer and a charter company operates in a small area on the quay. Mr. Tener Gümüs, the director, is very friendly and kind. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
| File:Cesme h.jpg Chart of Çesme Harbor Click for larger view |
Dalyan Ildur
A nice and well protected harbor [38° 21' N 26° 19' E], about 2 nM N of Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin) . It is operated as marina but it is almost always full by local boats.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
| File:Cesme Dalyan h.jpg Chart of Dalyan Ildur Click for larger view |
Ilica
| This is a small harbor [38° 18.7' N 26° 21.6' E] about 1 nM S of Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin). It is used mainly by small local boats. | File:Cesme Ilica h.jpg Chart of Ilica Click for larger view |
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
- Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin Marina)
Anchorages
Egri Liman
| Egri Liman [38° 33' N 26° 22' E] is a delightful small gulf with several anchorage. There is very good shelter from most winds including the meltem. Anchor on the W side. The bottom is mud and weed and there may be some difficulty.
Danger: There are several reefs in the area. Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
| File:Cesme Egri m.jpg Chart of Egri Liman Click for larger view |
Ildir
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An attractive anchorage [38° 24' N 26° 28' E]. Anchor behind the island or W of the village. There are several good restaurants ashore specializing in fresh fish. The water here is not very clean, being polluted b y the many fish farms.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 2004 --Istioploos 14:34, 14 June 2008 (MDT)
Offshore Islands
Kara Adasi
There is a possible anchorage on the S side of the island.
Danger: There many reefs near the island.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
Other than the local area which has many pleasant day anchorages, one can visit Izmir about 1 hour by car.
A visit to Çeşme Castle and its museum (08:30 and 17:00) is worthwhile.
The restored Greek village of Alaçatı is very upscale and has many fashionable stores and restaurants.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel - In the Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin Marina); a mini tank will deliver in the Çesme Harbor
- Water - On the dock in Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin), [#Çesme_Harbor|Çesme Harbor]], and Dalyan Ildur
- Electricity - On the dock in Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin), [#Çesme_Harbor|Çesme Harbor]], and Dalyan Ildur
Laundry
In the Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin).
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Excellent shopping in the town
- Mini-market in Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin)
Eateries
- Good food at numerous restaurants especially in Dalyan Ildur
- Also, good food at the fashionable and upscale Alaçatı
Internet/WiFi
In the Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin).
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Cars in Çesme and at the Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin).
Marine stores
At the Setur Çeşme Marina (Golden Dolphin) and in the town of Çesme.
Repairs
in the Setur Çeşme Marina.
Transportation
References & Publications
See Turkey.
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 the Cruiser Log Forum
External Links
- Çesme (Wikipedia)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports in this page.
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