Kimolos
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Kimolos (Κίμωλος) is a barren island of 36 km2. It lies north-east of Milos, separated by a narrow channel.
This channel used to be an isthmus connecting the two islands. On this isthmus was a Mycenaean town. In antiquity the island was known as Achinousa from achinos - sea urchin.
Its present name comes from kimolia (κιμολία) - chalk because it produces cimolite.
The island has only 720 inhabitants living in three villages: Mesa Kastro, Exo Kastro, (sometimes these two are referred to as Chora or simply as Kimolos) and Psathi, the little harbor. The people are dominated by the ruthless Venturis family who have become very successful owners of ferry boats.
Charts
- BA
- 1037 Nisís Falkonera to Nísos Ios
- 1444 Nisos Milos to Nisos Paros
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- Imray-Tetra
- G32 Eastern Sporades, Dodecanese & the Coast of Turkey
- G34 Southern Cyclades
- NIMA
- 54320 Kiklades Nisoi to Kriti
- Greek
- 41 Cavos Maleas to Cavos Kimis
- 415 Ydra to Sikinos
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Passages
Islands
Poliegos
This is a nice secluded anchorage between the island of Poliegos (Πολύαιγος) (east of Kimolos) and the Manolisi or Manolas island. It provides good shelter from the meltemi. Anchor at 2-3 m on sandy bottom.
Just SE of Manolas there is another
equally attractive and secluded cove [[Kimolos#equally attractive and secluded cove|equally attractive and secluded cove]] 36°45.6′N, 24°36.8′E . Anchor at 2-3 m on sandy bottom.Communication
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 & Tel. +30 2870 22 100 (Adamas, Milos)
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 82
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
While the approaches to Kimolos are straightforward be aware:
Warning: When the meltemi blows there are very strong very strong gusts on south side of Kimolos and in the Kimolos-Poliagos channel.
Berthing
Ports
Psathi
Psáthi is the little harbor of Kimolos. It affords good protection from the meltemi but is open to the S - SE. There are gusts here.
You can either go stern-to the small quay or anchor off in 3 m depth. The holding is good. It is better to anchor off because if the scions of the Venturis family arrive with their fast boats they will chase you away from the quay.Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Sikia Bay
This is deserted bay on the south-west of Kimolos. The bay is open to the W - NW and is not protected from the meltemi. With the south wind, it is a good shelter.
Caution: Watch out for the reef connecting Kimolos with the islet of Ayios Andreas.
Semina Creek
Anchor at 4-6 m. The villages are about a 45 minute walk.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | None |
| Electricity | None |
| Toilets | None |
| Showers | None |
| Laundry | None |
| Garbage | There are bins around the harbor and in some anchorages. |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | None |
| Bottled gas | |
| Chandlers | None |
| Services | |
| Repairs | None |
| Internet | |
| Mobile connectivity | |
| Vehicle rentals | None |
Provisioning
Just the basics in Psathi.
Eating out
Some modest tavernas in Psathi.
Transportation
Ferries to Milos and Piraeus.
Tourism
Take walks and swim.
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
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Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Kimolos and this page's details validated:
- June 2001 --Istioploos
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