Katakolo
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Katakolo (Port of Entry)
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Katákolo (Κατάκολο) is mainly a commercial port in NW Peloponnese. It is the watermelon capital of Greece. While it is not a particularly attractive port, it is a convenient place to leave the yacht while visiting the ancient site of Olympia, 25 km away. It is a port of entry.
The small town at the harbour is quite cute. But shops will be mostly closed if there is no ship in town. However, through the summer there are ships on most days - sometimes three, which can rather over-run the small town!
Local Weather
See Ionian Sea.
Charts
- BA
- 189 Nisos Sapiénza to Nisos Paxoi
- Imray-Tetra
- G15 Southern Peloponnisos
- NIMA
- 554280 Corfu Channel to Nisis Proti
- Greek
- 212 Othonoi I. to Amvrakikos Gulf
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF Channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF Channel 86
Also see Cruiser's Nets
No special precautions, the approach is starightforward.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
Katakolo is a port of entry and you can clear here in/out of Greece.
Berthing Options
Anchor in 4-5 m in mud and clay (excellent holding) and go stern-to or bow-to the quay, straight in front of you as yo enter the harbour. Leon the harbour master will meet you and tell you where to park. Charges range from €15 for under 10m mono, to €25 for a cat and up. But these are somewhat flexible, especially if you opt out of water, electricity and shower block.
Warning: There lots of mosquitoes in the evening.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Big bay with plenty of room to anchor in 3-5m. Sheltered from prevailing NW. Open to south.
Offshore Islands and Groups
None.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- A mini tanker can be called for fuel
- Water
- There is water on the quay
- Electricity
- N/A (Not Available)
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
 Ancient Olympia Click for larger view |
 Hermes by Praxiteles Click for larger view |
The ancient site of Olympia, the place where the original Olympic Games were held, is only 25 km by taxi from Katakolo. It is a large site so you need to allow plenty of time for the visit.
While in Olympia, make sure that you visit the Museum, where among other masterpieces the magnificent statue of Hermes by Praxiteles is kept.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Some shopping in the town
Eateries
- Do not eat at the restaurant next to the Limenarchio (Coast Guard), it is terrible
- Plenty of cafes on the waterfront, catering mainly to the visiting cruise ships
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés.
Laundry
?
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- There are several car rental outlets
Transportation
- Taxi to Olympia
- Bus to Athens
- Train to Olympia only on days on which the cruise ships are in town. €10 per person round trip (2013), 45 minutes each way. Departs sometime between 8:30 and 9:30am and returns 13:00. More trains may run if there are more ships.
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
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
- We visited in early June, with one cruise ship at the dock. The small town along the waterfront is pleasant - cafes, tourist shops, small super market. Leon charged us €15 (the minimum rate) as we declined water etc. We took the train to Olympia, which is well worth a visit. Good signage in Greek, English and German. Interesting museum, again with three languages. Very impressive statues etc. Again, plenty of cafes with reasonable prices in Olympia village next to the archeological park. LifePart2 12:54, 13 June 2013 (BST)
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- June 1995 --Istioploos
- June 2013 --LifePart2
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