Korinthiakos Kolpos

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''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, tel. +30 27410 28 888
* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, tel. +30 27410 28 888
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* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02 & 64</td>
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* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02, 64, & 85</td>
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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.
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.
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<font color="red">Danger:</font> 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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Image:Galaxidi1.jpg|The Harbor of Galaxidhi<br/>''Click for larger view''
Image:Galaxidi1.jpg|The Harbor of Galaxidhi<br/>''Click for larger view''
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====In Nafpaktos====
====In Nafpaktos====
Walk around the ramparts of the harbor. Also, if you have time walk up to the [http://www.greeka.com/sterea/nafpaktos/nafpaktos-architecture/nafpaktos-venetian-castle.htm castle] with its distinct bell-tower.
Walk around the ramparts of the harbor. Also, if you have time walk up to the [http://www.greeka.com/sterea/nafpaktos/nafpaktos-architecture/nafpaktos-venetian-castle.htm castle] with its distinct bell-tower.
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====In Galaxidi====
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<td>Other than wandering in it lovely streets you should visit the [http://www.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3351 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 [http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3418 Archaeological Collection] which is housed within the Nautical Museum.</td>
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<td>[[Image:Galaxidi_Boat.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Boat Painting<br/>''Click for larger view'']]</td>
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==== Delphi====
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From [[#Galaxidhi|Galaxidhi]] you can take a taxi or a local bus to [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delphi Delphi], about 10 km. Delphi is one of the most significant archaeological sites in Greece. While in Delphi visit the [http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3404 Museum] which houses many masterpieces along with the breath taking [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charioteer_of_Delphi Charioteer].
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Image:Delphi1.jpg|Delphi<br/>''Click for larger view''
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Image:Delphi2.jpg|The Charioteer of Delphi<br/>''Click for larger view''
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===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===
===Fuel, Water, & Electricity===
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* Fuel: In [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]] the local gas station on the W side of the harbor runs a long hose to the quay
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====Fuel====
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* Water: In [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]] there is an outlet is on the S mole
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* In [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]] the local gas station on the W side of the harbor runs a long hose to the quay
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* I was told that arrangements can be made in [[#Galaxidhi|Galaxidhi]] for a mini-tanker to deliver fuel, but have not used it--[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] 14:55, 9 May 2008 (MDT)
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==== Water====
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* In [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]] there is an outlet is on the S mole
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* On the quay of [[#Galaxidhi|Galaxidhi]]
===Laundry===
===Laundry===
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===Grocery Stores===
===Grocery Stores===
* There are several stores in [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]]
* There are several stores in [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]]
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* Good provision shopping in [[#Galaxidhi|Galaxidhi]]
===Eateries===
===Eateries===
* The taverna under the large plane tree in [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]] has a wonderful assortment of ''mezedes'' (appetizers) to accompany your ''ouzo''
* The taverna under the large plane tree in [[#Nafpaktos|Nafpaktos]] has a wonderful assortment of ''mezedes'' (appetizers) to accompany your ''ouzo''
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* Very good grilled chicken at a restaurant at the S end of the [[#Galaxidhi|Galaxidhi]] harbor
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
===Motorbike & Car Rentals===
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===External Links===
===External Links===
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulf_of_Corinth Korinthiakos Kolpos]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulf_of_Corinth Korinthiakos Kolpos]
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nafpaktos Nafpaktos] (Wikipedia)
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nafpaktos Nafpaktos] (Wikipedia)
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delphi Delphi]
===Personal Notes===
===Personal Notes===

Revision as of 20:55, 9 May 2008

Contents

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 [[Patraikos_Kolpos|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 40232 Korinthiakos Kolpos

Radio Nets

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  • Coast Guard - VHF channel 12, tel. +30 27410 28 888
  • Olympia Radio - VHF channels 02, 64, & 85

Approach and Navigation

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Check-in facilities

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Ports and Popular Stops

Nafpaktos

File:Nafpaktos h.jpg
Chart of Nafpaktos
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Nafpaktos or Navpaktos (Ναύπακτος) or Lepanto [38 23.5' N 21° 49.7' E] 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.

Nafpaktos Harbor
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Galaxidhi

File:Galaxidi h.jpg
Chart of Galaxidhi
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Galaxidhi (Γαλαξίδι) [38° 22.8' N 22° 23.2' E] 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.

Galaxidi1.jpg

The Harbor of Galaxidhi
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Galaxidi2.jpg

The Town of Galaxidhi
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Corinth

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

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Anchorages

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Offshore Islands

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Routes/Passages To/From

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Tourism & things to do ashore

In Nafpaktos

Walk around the ramparts of the harbor. Also, if you have time walk up to the castle with its distinct bell-tower.

In Galaxidi

Other 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.
Boat Painting
Click for larger view

Delphi

From 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.

Delphi
Click for larger view

The Charioteer of Delphi
Click for larger view

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

Fuel

  • In Nafpaktos the local gas station on the W side of the harbor runs a long hose to the quay
  • I was told that arrangements can be made in Galaxidhi for a mini-tanker to deliver fuel, but have not used it--Istioploos 14:55, 9 May 2008 (MDT)

Water

Laundry

Grocery Stores

Eateries

  • The taverna under the large plane tree in Nafpaktos has a wonderful assortment of mezedes (appetizers) to accompany your ouzo
  • Very good grilled chicken at a restaurant at the S end of the Galaxidhi harbor

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Marine Stores & Facilities

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Repairs

Transportation

Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.

References & Publications

See Greece

Cruiser's Friends

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Forum Discussions

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External Links

Personal Notes

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