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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monemvasia Monemvasía] (Μονεμβασία) or Monemvasiá (Μονεμβασιά) is a Byzantine town built on a small peninsula separated from the mainland of the Peloponnesos by a narrow neck. The town is enclosed by strong fortifications and protected by a large castle on the steep summit of the peninsula. 
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monemvasia Monemvasía] (Μονεμβασία) or Monemvasiá (Μονεμβασιά) is a Byzantine town built on a small peninsula separated from the mainland of the Peloponnesos by a narrow neck. The town is enclosed by strong fortifications and protected by a large castle on the steep summit of the peninsula.  
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The [http://www.greek-tourism.gr/monemvasia/indexuk.htm Castle of Monemvasia] was famous in the middle ages because it was never sacked. The town's other claim to fame is associated with the celebrated Malvasia grape variety, which is used to make sweet - frequently fortified - wines in many parts of the Mediterranean.  The variety is often known (especially in Madeira, where it is used to make the renowned [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira_wine ''Madeira'' wine]) as ''Malmsey'', thought to be a corruption of the name Monemvasia. Today, there are many people from Athens who have bought and restored old houses.  Tavernas and boutiques have followed and Monemvasia these days is a fairly fashionable place.
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{{Image right|MonemvasiaSeaward.jpg |The rock of Monemvasia from seaward  }}
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The [http://www.greek-tourism.gr/monemvasia/indexuk.htm Castle of Monemvasia] was famous in the middle ages because it was never sacked. The town's other claim to fame is associated with the celebrated Malvasia grape variety, which is used to make sweet - frequently fortified - wines in many parts of the Mediterranean. The variety is often known (especially in Madeira, where it is used to make the renowned [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira_wine ''Madeira'' wine]) as ''Malmsey'', thought to be a corruption of the name Monemvasia. Today, there are many people from Athens who have bought and restored old houses.  Tavernas and boutiques have followed and Monemvasia these days is a fairly fashionable place.
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{{Image right|MonemvasiaFortifications.jpg |Monemvasia town walls }}
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==Local Weather==
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''See [[Aegean_Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Aegean Sea]]''.
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==Charts==
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==Radio Nets==
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==Weather==
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''See [[Aegean_Sea#Weather|Aegean Sea]]''.
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==Passages==
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* [[Circumnavigating the Peloponnese]]
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==Communication==
* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 85 & 86
* Olympia Radio - VHF channels 85 & 86
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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==Approach and Navigation==
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==Navigation==
All the approaches to are straightforward, but {{Danger}}with a strong ''meltemi'' there are fierce gusts in the bay.
All the approaches to are straightforward, but {{Danger}}with a strong ''meltemi'' there are fierce gusts in the bay.
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==Berthing Options==
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{{himage|MonemvasiaSeaward.jpg |The rock of Monemvasia from seaward}}
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==Berthing==
There are several anchoring possibilities: moor to the small harbor N of the road, moor in the new "marina", or anchor off N of Monemvasia.
There are several anchoring possibilities: moor to the small harbor N of the road, moor in the new "marina", or anchor off N of Monemvasia.
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===Monemvasia Harbor===
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The harbor of Monemvasia is a secure harbor but it is usually crowded with commercial vessels and when the ''meltemi'' blows it develops an uncomfortable swell. In calm days, without ''meltemi'' there is liable to be a rather brisk SW breeze during the night.  This can sometimes be accelerated by katabatic winds and gusts of 30 - 40 knots are not uncommon.
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| text= The harbor of Monemvasia is a secure harbor but it is usually crowded with commercial vessels and when the ''meltemi'' blows it develops an uncomfortable swell. In calm days, without ''meltemi'' there is liable to be a rather brisk SW breeze during the night.  This can sometimes be accelerated by katabatic winds and gusts of 30 - 40 knots are not uncommon.
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Anchor in 5 m well inside the mole, away from the end of the jetty used by ferries and hydrofoils. The bottom is soft sand with rocks and weed and at spots provides bad holding, so make sure you test your anchor. Also stay clear from the shallow areas near the road and SW. Use plenty of fenders.
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Anchor in 5 m well inside the mole, away from the end of the jetty used by ferries and hydrofoils. The bottom is soft sand with rocks and weed and at spots provides bad holding, so make sure you test your anchor. Also stay clear from the shallow areas near the road and SW. Use plenty of fenders. }}
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
* [[Monemvasia Marina]]
* [[Monemvasia Marina]]
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===Anchorages===
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==Anchorages==
{{Poi |36|41.05|N|23|02.48|E| | type= anchorage| name= S of Monemvasia Harbor
{{Poi |36|41.05|N|23|02.48|E| | type= anchorage| name= S of Monemvasia Harbor
| text= In calm weather you can anchor off in about 5 m near the road but on the S side of the harbor (you will have to sail around Monemvasia). }}
| text= In calm weather you can anchor off in about 5 m near the road but on the S side of the harbor (you will have to sail around Monemvasia). }}
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| text= This cove is just SW of Ormos Paleó. It is open to the S-SE and subject to strong gusts. }}
| text= This cove is just SW of Ormos Paleó. It is open to the S-SE and subject to strong gusts. }}
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==Offshore Islands and Groups==
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{{Image right|MonemvasiaTown.jpg | Monemvasia Castle towers above the town  }}
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None.
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{{Image right|MonemvasiaStreet.jpg |Street scene, Monemvasia  }}
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{{Image right|Monemvasia4.jpg |The Upper Castle }}
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==Yacht Repairs and Services==
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==Amenities==
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====Marine Stores====
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====Repairs/Yards====
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====Fuel, Water, & Electricity====
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* In the [[Monemvasia Marina|marina]], there are water and electricity outlets actually free of charge (august 2020)
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: In the [[Monemvasia Marina|marina]] or harbor you can get a mini-tank to deliver fuel by calling +30 2732 61 956
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* No water is available in the harbor
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: In the harbor, a fuel station is on the road to the Castle
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: In the [[Monemvasia Marina|marina]], there are water outlets but you have to call +30 2732 61 005 for the attendant to come and open them for you
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: Electricity is not available in either the marina nor the harbor
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==Things to do Ashore==
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|Electricity| {{MagentaText|?}}
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{{Image right|MonemvasiaTown.jpg |Monemvasia castle towers above the town  }}
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|Toilets| {{MagentaText|?}}
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{{Image right|MonemvasiaStreet.jpg |Street scene, Monemvasia  }}
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|Showers| N/A (Not Available).
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{{Image right|Monemvasia4.jpg |The Upper Castle }}
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|Laundry| In the new town, delivery will be made
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|Garbage| There are bins around the harbor & marina
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====Tourism====
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=====The Castle & Citadel=====
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Of course one here must visit the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monemvasia Castle of Monemvasia], both the upscale lower and the deserted upper. While wandering in the lovely alleys of the lower castle do visit the Archaeological Collection which is housed in the Moslem Mosque and do stop for a cup of coffee at one of the cafés on the main narrow street.
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* In the [[Monemvasia Marina|marina]] or harbor you can get a mini-tank to deliver fuel by calling +30 2732 61 956
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* In the harbor, a fuel station is on the road to the Castle
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On the upper castle do not miss the Church of Ayia Sophia (Holy Wisdom). Also, gaze at the sea and try to imagine what life must have been here during the days of the Byzantium.
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|Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Chandlers| None
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=====Sparta & Mystras=====
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From Monemvasía you can either take a taxi or rent a car and visit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sparta Sparta] and the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byzantine Byzantine] ghost town of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mystras Mystras]. They are about 1 hr drive.
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|Repairs| N/A
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|Internet| In Internet cafés. Also the free Monemvasia WiFi city council net.
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|Mobile connectivity| Good signal
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|Vehicle rentals| In the town
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====Grocery & Supply Stores====
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==Provisioning==
There are several supermarkets in the the town as well as specialty stores.  
There are several supermarkets in the the town as well as specialty stores.  
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====Eateries====
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==Eating out==
* There is excellent food in the lower Castle
* There is excellent food in the lower Castle
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* Good food at the ''Kanoni'' restaurantin the lower Castle
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* Good food at the ''Kanoni'' restaurant in the lower Castle
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====Internet/WiFi====
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==Transportation==
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In Internet cafés.Also the free Monemvasia wifi city councel net.
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There are daily buses to Athens. For taxi call Mr. Yiorgos +30 6973 531 071 or Mr. Stathis +30 6944 978 675.
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====Laundry====
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==Tourism==
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In the new town, delivery will be made.
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====Places to Visit====
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=====The Castle & Citadel=====
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Of course one here must visit the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monemvasia Castle of Monemvasia], both the upscale lower and the deserted upper. While wandering in the lovely alleys of the lower castle do visit the Archaeological Collection which is housed in the Moslem Mosque and do stop for a cup of coffee at one of the cafés on the main narrow street.
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====Motorbike & Car Rentals====
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On the upper castle do not miss the Church of Ayia Sophia (Holy Wisdom). Also, gaze at the sea and try to imagine what life must have been here during the days of the Byzantium.
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In the town.
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====Garbage Disposal====
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=====Sparta & Mystras=====
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There are bins around the harbor & matina.
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From Monemvasía you can either take a taxi or rent a car and visit [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sparta Sparta] and the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byzantine Byzantine] ghost town of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mystras Mystras]. They are about 1 hr drive.
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====Transportation====
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There are daily buses to Athens. For taxi call Mr. Yiorgos +30 6973 531 071 or Mr. Stathis +30 6944 978 675.
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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==Cruiser's Friends==
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==Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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==Forum Discussions==
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==Forums==
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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===External Links===
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monemvasia Monemvasía] (Wikipedia)
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* [http://www.greek-tourism.gr/monemvasia/indexuk.htm Castle of Monemvasia]
* [http://www.greek-tourism.gr/monemvasia/indexuk.htm Castle of Monemvasia]
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==References & Publications==
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==References==
''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''.
''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''.
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==Personal Notes==
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Personal experiences?
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* The water in the "Marina" is freely available and the ferry and hydrofoil services are ended. --[[User:OldBawley|OldBawley]]
* The water in the "Marina" is freely available and the ferry and hydrofoil services are ended. --[[User:OldBawley|OldBawley]]
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====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)====
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
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* September 2007 {{Istioploos2}}
* September 2007 {{Istioploos2}}
* July 2014 --[[User:OldBawley|OldBawley]]
* July 2014 --[[User:OldBawley|OldBawley]]
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Monemvasia
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Chart of Monemvasia area

Monemvasía (Μονεμβασία) or Monemvasiá (Μονεμβασιά) is a Byzantine town built on a small peninsula separated from the mainland of the Peloponnesos by a narrow neck. The town is enclosed by strong fortifications and protected by a large castle on the steep summit of the peninsula.

The Castle of Monemvasia was famous in the middle ages because it was never sacked. The town's other claim to fame is associated with the celebrated Malvasia grape variety, which is used to make sweet - frequently fortified - wines in many parts of the Mediterranean. The variety is often known (especially in Madeira, where it is used to make the renowned Madeira wine) as Malmsey, thought to be a corruption of the name Monemvasia. Today, there are many people from Athens who have bought and restored old houses. Tavernas and boutiques have followed and Monemvasia these days is a fairly fashionable place.

Charts

BA
1030 Southern entrance channels to the Aegean Sea
Imray-Tetra
G15 Southern Peloponnisos
NIMA
54303 Lakonikos Kolpos S Greece
Greek
414 Poros mechri Monemvasia

Weather

See Aegean Sea.

Passages

Communication

  • Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
  • Olympia Radio - VHF channels 85 & 86

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

All the approaches to are straightforward, but Danger: with a strong meltemi there are fierce gusts in the bay.

The rock of Monemvasia from seaward
Monemvasia's town walls

Berthing

There are several anchoring possibilities: moor to the small harbor N of the road, moor in the new "marina", or anchor off N of Monemvasia.

Chart of Monemvasia Harbor

Monemvasia Harbor

Monemvasia Harbor/wiki/Monemvasia#Monemvasia_Harbor
Harbour icon Monemvasia Harbor [[Monemvasia#Monemvasia Harbor|Monemvasia Harbor]] 36°41.24′N, 23°2.54′E

The harbor of Monemvasia is a secure harbor but it is usually crowded with commercial vessels and when the meltemi blows it develops an uncomfortable swell. In calm days, without meltemi there is liable to be a rather brisk SW breeze during the night. This can sometimes be accelerated by katabatic winds and gusts of 30 - 40 knots are not uncommon.

Anchor in 5 m well inside the mole, away from the end of the jetty used by ferries and hydrofoils. The bottom is soft sand with rocks and weed and at spots provides bad holding, so make sure you test your anchor. Also stay clear from the shallow areas near the road and SW. Use plenty of fenders.

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

S of Monemvasia Harbor

S of Monemvasia Harbor/wiki/Monemvasia#S_of_Monemvasia_Harbor
Anchorage icon S of Monemvasia Harbor [[Monemvasia#S of Monemvasia Harbor|S of Monemvasia Harbor]] 36°41.05′N, 23°02.48′E
In calm weather you can anchor off in about 5 m near the road but on the S side of the harbor (you will have to sail around Monemvasia).

Ormos Paleó

Ormos Paleó/wiki/Monemvasia#Ormos_Pale.C3.B3
Anchorage icon Ormos Paleó [[Monemvasia#Ormos Paleó|Ormos Paleó]] 36°43.76′N, 23°02.11′E
This is on the NW corner of the Monemvasia bay.

Ormos Kremídhi

Ormos Kremídhi/wiki/Monemvasia#Ormos_Krem.C3.ADdhi
Anchorage icon Ormos Kremídhi [[Monemvasia#Ormos Kremídhi|Ormos Kremídhi]] 36°44.33′N, 23°03.2′E
This cove is just SW of Ormos Paleó. It is open to the S-SE and subject to strong gusts.
Monemvasia Castle towers above the town
Street scene, Monemvasia
The Upper Castle

Amenities

Facilities
Water
  • In the marina, there are water and electricity outlets actually free of charge (august 2020)
  • No water is available in the harbor
Electricity
? Toilets
? Showers
N/A (Not Available). Laundry
In the new town, delivery will be made Garbage
There are bins around the harbor & marina header
Supplies Fuel
  • In the marina or harbor you can get a mini-tank to deliver fuel by calling +30 2732 61 956
  • In the harbor, a fuel station is on the road to the Castle
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers None
Services
Repairs N/A
Internet In Internet cafés. Also the free Monemvasia WiFi city council net.
Mobile connectivity Good signal
Vehicle rentals In the town

Provisioning

There are several supermarkets in the the town as well as specialty stores.

Eating out

  • There is excellent food in the lower Castle
  • Good food at the Kanoni restaurant in the lower Castle

Transportation

There are daily buses to Athens. For taxi call Mr. Yiorgos +30 6973 531 071 or Mr. Stathis +30 6944 978 675.

Tourism

Places to Visit

The Castle & Citadel

Of course one here must visit the Castle of Monemvasia, both the upscale lower and the deserted upper. While wandering in the lovely alleys of the lower castle do visit the Archaeological Collection which is housed in the Moslem Mosque and do stop for a cup of coffee at one of the cafés on the main narrow street.

On the upper castle do not miss the Church of Ayia Sophia (Holy Wisdom). Also, gaze at the sea and try to imagine what life must have been here during the days of the Byzantium.

Sparta & Mystras

From Monemvasía you can either take a taxi or rent a car and visit Sparta and the Byzantine ghost town of Mystras. They are about 1 hr drive.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Greece.

Comments

We welcome users' contributions to the Wiki. Please click on Comments to view other users' comments, add your own personal experiences or recommend any changes to this page following your visit.

  • The water in the "Marina" is freely available and the ferry and hydrofoil services are ended. --OldBawley

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