Donousa
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Donousa (Δονούσα) or Dhenoussa has an area of 13.75 km2, a 480 m peak, and altogether 110 inhabitants living in 4 villages: Stavros, Panagia, Mersini, and Mearia. It has a grade school and a middle school with 6 students!
During the summer in Stavros there are 3 restaurants, a rather sophisticated bakery, and at least 2 grocery stores, other than that there are no facilities.
The beach at Stavros is also very attractive but, unlike in Dendro, nudism and camping are discouraged.
Charts
- BA
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- 1040 Nísos Íos to Vrakhonisídha Kandhelioússa
- Imray-Tetra
- G34 Southern Cyclades (West)
- NIMA
- 54412 Nisos Amorgos & Plans in Astipalaia
- Greek
- 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- 423 Paros to Astypalia
Radio Nets
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Islands
None.
Approaches to Donousa are straightforward.
Berthing Options
Ports
Stavros
Stavros is the harbor of Donousa. It has a small quay where one can go stern-to, however, the harbor is not well protected and receives a good amount of swell.
I have visited Stavros many times in the past 20 years. I tie alongside the side of the ferry quay and the swell here is not as bad as it is along the longer quay. I have a cat so we don't roll as much as a monohull, but I've seen monos tie here and it's not too uncomfortable even in a meltemi. --Daphnoula 15:21, 17 September 2014 (BST)Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
 Sketch of Dendro
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Dendro
This cove is called Dendro (Δέντρο) or Kedhros (Κέδρος) or Kentro (Κέντρο) (all these names are in use). It is very safe even with gale force meltemi.
Drop anchor near the wreck at 4.5 m, if there is a strong wind use a 2nd anchor. The bottom is rocky and the holding is not uniform. Find a sandy spot to drop the anchors, and always check them with mask and snorkel.
When there is strong wind, there can be appreciable surf which makes landing with the dinghy a rather wet affair. In this case it is best to land in the tiny inlet on the east of the beach.
The sand at the Dendro cove is fine and clean. On the beach in the summer there is a nudist camp but the nudists do not bother anyone, nor do they dirty the beach or make any noise.
Unfortunately now there is a small taverna which spoils this previously pristine beach.
From here the village of Stavros is about a 20 minute walk.
Roussa
Yacht Services and Repairs
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
One can take nice long walks on the island. The village of Mersini is particularly attractive in a very rustic way.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- There are two stores in Stavros with some basic provisions
- There is a surprising good bakery in Stavros but it operates only during the summer months
Eateries
- There are three restaurants in Stavros
- The Captan Yiorgis is quite good
- The one on the E of the beach can be very good, and affords spectacular views of the sunset.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
N/A.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor.
Transportation
There is a small ferry to/from Naxos and Amorgos.
Routes/Passages To/From
- Cruising the Cyclades Islands
- Passages between Athens Region and Samos - Kusadasi
- Passages between Athens Region and Rhodes - Marmaris
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
- Donousa at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Greece.
Comments
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Donousa and this page's details validated:
- June 2010 --Istioploos
Travels with S/Y Thetis
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