Schinousa
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Schinousa
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Schinousa (Σχινούσσα) is a small island in the Small Cyclades (Μικρές Κυκλάδες - Mikres Kyclades) group. It has about 85 inhabitants. Its harbor Mersini (Μερσίνη) or Myrsini, has a few houses and two restaurants but most of the people live in the village of Chora or Panayia. There many nice and isolated beaches around the island.
For many years cruisers have been wondering about a palatial house on the cape south of Mersini (depicted on the chart as "Large House"). In 2006 this house was raided by the Greek police and a large number of stolen antiquities were recovered. The house belonged to Christos Michaelides and his partner Robin Symes who has been convicted of trafficking in illicit antiquities along with Getty Museum curator Marion True.
Charts
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- BA
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- 1040 Nísos Íos to Vrakhonisídha Kandhelioússa
- Imray-Tetra
- G33 Southern Cyclades (West)
- NIMA
- 54332 Nisoi Paros & Naxos
- Greek
- 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- 423 Paros to Astypalia
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
All approaches to Iraklia are straightforward.
Check-in facilities
None.
Anchorages
Mersini
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36°52.3′N, 25°30.6′E
Mersini (Μερσίνη) or Mirsini or Myrsini (Μυρσίνη) is almost land-locked and very well protected from the meltemi but it is exposed to the southerlies and is subject to gusts.
It is best to avoid the quay which is used by the ferries. Anchor closer to the beach at 5-6 m. Good holding. Because the cove is narrow and fairly popular you may not have adequate swinging room. It is best to also take a line shore.
Warning: In the fall the wind is liable to change direction during the night. Use either a shore line or a second anchor at the stern.
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Tsigouri
36°51.9′N, 25°30.9′E
Tsigouri is just south east of Mersini. It is fairly well sheltered from the meltemi but, like Mersini, it is exposed to the southerlies.
Anchor on a patch of sand at 4-5 m depth. Good holding. It is about a 20 minute walk to Chora.
Warning: The Limenarchio (Coast Guard) may chase you away from the swimming area.
Aligaria
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36°51.6′N, 25°31.4′E
There are several secluded anchorages south of Mersini. All are reasonably sheltered from the meltemi but exposed to the southerlies.
The one indicated to the east of Agrilos Island provides the best shelter. Anchor over sand in 5-6 m. Good holding. It is about a 45 minute walk to Chora.
Warning: Do not attempt to go between the islands. It is not deep enough. You have to take the long loop.
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Livadhi
36°51.6′N, 25°31.4′E
Livadhi, W of Agrilos Island also provides the good shelter from the meltemi. Anchor in 5 m over sand, good holding.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- N/A
- Water
- N/A
- Electricity
- N/A
Offshore Islands
None.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
- Nice walks
- Visit to Chora.
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Meagre provision in Chora
- Good bakery in Chora
Eateries
- Good but expensive seafood at Capitan Nicholas in Mersini
- Good food in Kyria Pothete in Chora
- Also good is Gogo (tel. +30 22850 72026)
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Laundry
N/A
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the ports and in several anchorages.
Transportation
There is a small ferry to/from Naxos and Amorgos.
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
- Schinousa (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- June 2009 --Istioploos
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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