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====Fikiadha==== | ====Fikiadha==== | ||
[[Image:Fikiada_h.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Chart of Fikiadha Anchorage<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | [[Image:Fikiada_h.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Chart of Fikiadha Anchorage<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| - | Fikiadha (Φικιάδα) [37° 24.9' N 24° 22' E] is a beautiful anchorage, one of my favorites. It is very well protected from both the meltemi and southerlies. Depending on the prevailing wind, anchor either on the N or S side of the little cove. Be careful, because there is weed at the bottom and sometimes anchors give the appearance of having caught but come undone when strained by a strong gust. Always check the anchor by snorkeling. | + | Fikiadha (Φικιάδα) [37° 24.9' N 24° 22' E] is a beautiful anchorage, one of my favorites. It is very well protected from both the ''meltemi'' and southerlies. Depending on the prevailing wind, anchor either on the N or S side of the little cove. Be careful, because there is weed at the bottom and sometimes anchors give the appearance of having caught but come undone when strained by a strong gust. Always check the anchor by snorkeling. |
If the anchorage is full, you can drop your anchor near the NW and take a line to the N shore. | If the anchorage is full, you can drop your anchor near the NW and take a line to the N shore. | ||
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[[Image:Kythnos_Kolona_h.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Chart of Kolimpithres<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | [[Image:Kythnos_Kolona_h.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Chart of Kolimpithres<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
[[Image:Kythnos_Kolona1.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Kolimpithres and Fikiada<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | [[Image:Kythnos_Kolona1.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Kolimpithres and Fikiada<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| - | Kolimpithres or Kolona is E of the sand bar which separates it from Fikiada is also a very attractive anchorage and one of my favorites. It is very well protected from both the meltemi and southerlies. On a small beach on the N side of the cove, there is hot spring in the shape of a small bathtub where you can relax. Unfortunately, it is very popular with motor cruisers from Athens during the summer weekends. Anchor to the S and take a line to a rock on the N shore. The bottom is weed and not always a good holding. Drop the anchor on a sandy patch. Always check the anchor by snorkeling. | + | Kolimpithres or Kolona is E of the sand bar which separates it from Fikiada is also a very attractive anchorage and one of my favorites. It is very well protected from both the ''meltemi'' and southerlies. On a small beach on the N side of the cove, there is hot spring in the shape of a small bathtub where you can relax. Unfortunately, it is very popular with motor cruisers from Athens during the summer weekends. Anchor to the S and take a line to a rock on the N shore. The bottom is weed and not always a good holding. Drop the anchor on a sandy patch. Always check the anchor by snorkeling. |
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| + | ====Apokrousis==== | ||
| + | [[Image:Kythnos_Apokrisis_h.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Chart of Apokrousis<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:Kythnos_Apokrisis.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Apokrisis or Apokrousis<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | This cove is just E of Fikiada (sometimes it is referred as Apokrisis or Apokriosis) [37° 24.8' N 24° 23.8' E]. It is well protected. Be careful, because there is weed at the bottom and sometimes anchors give the appearance of having caught but come undone when strained by a strong gust. Anchor in 4 m. Always check the anchor by snorkeling. | ||
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| + | ====Ayios Stefanos & Ayios Ioannis==== | ||
| + | [[Image:Kythnos_AyIoannis2.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Ayios Ioannis & Ayios Stefanos<br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | These two bays [37° 24'N 24° 27' E] are on the E coast of the island. They provide good shelter from the ''meltemi''. | ||
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| + | ====Episkopis==== | ||
| + | Open to the W. Swell enters with the ''meltemi''. Good only in calm weather. | ||
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| + | ====Kanala==== | ||
| + | Open to the SE. Not very good shelter from the ''meltemi''. Good only in calm weather. | ||
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| + | ====Ayios Nikolaos==== | ||
| + | Nice cove. Open to the SE. Not very good shelter from the ''meltemi''. Good only in calm weather. | ||
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===Offshore Islands=== | ===Offshore Islands=== | ||
| - | + | None. | |
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===Routes/Passages To/From=== | ===Routes/Passages To/From=== | ||
Revision as of 20:30, 19 April 2008
Kythnos
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Background
The island of Kythnos (Κύθνος) or Kithnos or Thermia (Θερμιά). The area of the island is 99 m2 km and it belongs to the Cyclades. The island was named after Kythnos, the leader of Dryopes from Evia. It was also known in antiquity as Ofiousa, Theramnia, or Thermia. It was peopled by the Ionian Greeks. It took part in the Persian wars. During Roman times it was used as a place foe exile. In 1207, after the Fourth Crusade, it was occupied by the Franks who called it Fermina, and in 1537 it was occupied by the Ottomans who called it Hamam Adasi.
Charts
BA 1038 Stenó Sífnou to Stenó Kafiréa
Imray-Tetra G31 North Cyclades
NIMA 54320 Cyclades to Crete
Greek 421 Karystos to Naxos
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Submit details of local radio Nets.
Most approaches to Kythnos are without danger.
Check-in facilities
None.
Ports and Popular Stops
Merikas
This is a small harbor [37° 24' N 24° 23.5' E] on the W side of the island. It is the harbor used by the ferry boats. Reasonable protection from the meltemi. Moor either stern-to or alongside. There are several tavernas ashore.
Loutra
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Loutra (Λουτρά) [37° 27' N 24° 26' E] is on the NE side of the island. Here are the main hot springs that has given Kea the name Thermia. Good shelter from the meltemi but there can be an uncomfortable swell. There several spots one can anchor including the small harbor.
The harbor, while small is attractive and there is water and electricity as well as several good restaurants and mini-markets.
To anchor off it is best to go on deep the NW side to the Ayias Irene's cove. Anchor in 5-6 m. With N winds you can take a shore line.
 The Harbor of Loutra |
 Loutra |
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Fikiadha
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Fikiadha (Φικιάδα) [37° 24.9' N 24° 22' E] is a beautiful anchorage, one of my favorites. It is very well protected from both the meltemi and southerlies. Depending on the prevailing wind, anchor either on the N or S side of the little cove. Be careful, because there is weed at the bottom and sometimes anchors give the appearance of having caught but come undone when strained by a strong gust. Always check the anchor by snorkeling.
If the anchorage is full, you can drop your anchor near the NW and take a line to the N shore.
There is now a restaurant over the sandbar. Its food is of an indifferent quality.
 The Sandbar in Fikiadha |
 Fikiadha from the E |
Kolimpithres
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Kolimpithres or Kolona is E of the sand bar which separates it from Fikiada is also a very attractive anchorage and one of my favorites. It is very well protected from both the meltemi and southerlies. On a small beach on the N side of the cove, there is hot spring in the shape of a small bathtub where you can relax. Unfortunately, it is very popular with motor cruisers from Athens during the summer weekends. Anchor to the S and take a line to a rock on the N shore. The bottom is weed and not always a good holding. Drop the anchor on a sandy patch. Always check the anchor by snorkeling.
Apokrousis
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This cove is just E of Fikiada (sometimes it is referred as Apokrisis or Apokriosis) [37° 24.8' N 24° 23.8' E]. It is well protected. Be careful, because there is weed at the bottom and sometimes anchors give the appearance of having caught but come undone when strained by a strong gust. Anchor in 4 m. Always check the anchor by snorkeling.
Ayios Stefanos & Ayios Ioannis
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These two bays [37° 24'N 24° 27' E] are on the E coast of the island. They provide good shelter from the meltemi.
Episkopis
Open to the W. Swell enters with the meltemi. Good only in calm weather.
Kanala
Open to the SE. Not very good shelter from the meltemi. Good only in calm weather.
Ayios Nikolaos
Nice cove. Open to the SE. Not very good shelter from the meltemi. Good only in calm weather.
Offshore Islands
None.
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
Grocery Stores
Eateries
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Repairs
Transportation
Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
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
- Kythnos (Wikipedia)
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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