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| + | [[Image:PrevezaQuay.jpg|330px|thumb|right|'''Yachts on Preveza quay''' - ''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:PrevezaNQuay.jpg|330px|thumb|right|'''Preveza N quay and commercial quay''' <br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:PrevezaLowered.jpg|330px|thumb|right|'''Preveza N quay (lowered section)''' <br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:PrevezaSQuay.jpg|330px|thumb|right|'''Preveza S quay''' <br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:PrevezaMarina.jpg|330px|thumb|right|'''Preveza ‘marina’ with jetty to left''' <br/>''Click for larger view'']] | ||
| - | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preveza Preveza] | + | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preveza Preveza] lies at the entrance to a large inland gulf, the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambracian_Gulf Ambrakikos Gulf], on the Ionian coast of [[Greece]], five miles NE of the town of [[Lefkas]] and the northern entrance to the Lefkas Canal. The gulf is entered via a half mile long entrance channel between extensive sandbanks, which is dredged to a depth of six metres. The town of Preveza on the NW side on entry has a half mile long quay with space for several dozen yachts to lie alongside or stern/bows-to, while on the SE side in the area of Aktion are three large boatyards, Cleopatra Marina, Ionion Marine (formerly known confusingly as Preveza Marine) and Aktio Marine. The three yards between them can haul out over 1,500 boats and are a popular wintering spot for cruising yachts with a full range of repair and maintenance services and well-stocked chandleries. Cleopatra also has a small, 100-berth marina with all the usual services. A road tunnel under the channel links the yards to Preveza on the opposite shore. On the Preveza side is the commercial centre, shops, banks and port authorities. There is also an unfinished marina at the N end of the town quay (generally full of laid up yachts) and a small yard in an inlet about 0.8nM further north. The town also has a small airport on the Aktion side with flights during the season to most European destinations. |
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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| - | + | British Admiralty 203, 2405 | |
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| - | + | Imray-Tetra chart G12 – South Ionian Islands | |
==Radio Nets== | ==Radio Nets== | ||
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==Local Weather== | ==Local Weather== | ||
| - | * [http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/weather/maps/city?PLZ=_____&PLZN=_____&LANG=en&CEL=C&SI=mph&CONT=euro&LAND=GR®ION=0005&WMO=16643&LEVEL=52&R=0&NOREGION=1 Weather online Preveza] An accurate guide to local weather, the weather | + | * [http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/weather/maps/city?PLZ=_____&PLZN=_____&LANG=en&CEL=C&SI=mph&CONT=euro&LAND=GR®ION=0005&WMO=16643&LEVEL=52&R=0&NOREGION=1 Weather online Preveza] An accurate guide to local weather, the weather station is based at Aktio airport. |
* ''See [[Ionian Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Ionian Sea Weather]]'' | * ''See [[Ionian Sea#Weather_and_Winds|Ionian Sea Weather]]'' | ||
* ''Also see [[Ionian Sea#Currents_&_Tides|Ionian Sea Currents & Tides]]'' | * ''Also see [[Ionian Sea#Currents_&_Tides|Ionian Sea Currents & Tides]]'' | ||
==Approach and Navigation== | ==Approach and Navigation== | ||
| - | The approach channel is | + | The approach to Preveza is via a narrow, half mile long channel between extensive sandbanks. The channel is entered at [[image:World_icon.png]] | {{Coord|38|55.9|N|20|43.65|E|}} between two port and starboard buoys. A further three pairs of buoys mark the channel on a course of 065 degrees towards a conspicuous fort on the Aktion side of the entrance. Once past the last pair of buoys, a final port hand buoy marks the edge of the shallows just S of Preveza town quay. From there, there are depths of around 10 metres up to the town quay to port and the three boatyards and the marina of Cleopatra Marina to starboard. |
| - | + | Note that strong currents of up to three knots can often be experienced in this area (from either direction) and yachts should be alert to the possibility of being carried sideways out of the channel. | |
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==Check-in facilities== | ==Check-in facilities== | ||
| - | + | Customs are in a new building on the eastern breakwater of the unfinished town ‘marina’, close to the commercial quay. The port police office can take a little finding. From the town quay walk north along the quay until the ‘marina’ is on your right and a car park on your left. Cross the car park diagonally and look for the post office, distinguishable by three large yellow post boxes on the pavement in front. The port police office is above. The entrance is in the narrow street at the back of the building. | |
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| - | The port police office can take a little finding. From the town quay walk north along the quay until the | + | |
| - | For | + | For payment of taxes you may be asked to go to the Tax Office 5-10 minutes walk away in the centre of Preveza! Ask for directions. |
==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ==Offshore Islands and Groups== | ||
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* [[Paxos]] (and Anti Paxos) | * [[Paxos]] (and Anti Paxos) | ||
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| - | + | === Preveza town quay === | |
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| - | + | The town quay at Preveza extends for over half a mile. The S end begins just N of a grey octagonal building (a former night club) and the N end terminates at a short jetty enclosing the uncompleted ‘marina’. The initial section from the octagonal building up to the 8th lamppost is shallow (less than 1.5 metres); yachts can go stern/bows-to or alongside for the next 200 metres, although there is a ledge along part of this section and a few small craft moorings to be avoided. Depths here are mostly 2.5 – 3.0 metres. Further N is a wide jetty where the fishermen park and a section of 100 metres of quay (painted with yellow markings) which is reserved for the fishermen. From here the next 500 metres N is reserved for yachts. Depths along this section are 5.0 – 8.0 metres at the quay but more at the point where you will be dropping anchor: 10.0 -15.0 metres at the S end of the section to 8.0 – 10.0 at the N end. Consequently yachts tend to go alongside at the S end and stern/bows-to at the N end. The N end is more popular, since it is close to tavernas and bars, has better depths for anchoring and offers better shelter from the NE land breezes that tend to blow down onto the quay at night. However, it is noisy here and earplugs are definitely an advantage. Note that it is not very considerate to go alongside at this end unless out of season and you risk being boxed in by yachts on anchor moor if you do. There are a few iron bollards along the quay but plentiful stainless steel mooring rings. These are set back a metre or so from the quay and can be difficult to see when arriving. | |
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| - | + | Shelter on the quay is good in the prevailing NW winds, but there is often a chop with the land breeze which blows from the NE. This is normally not too uncomfortable unless there are strong E winds to supplement it. The quay is not a good place to be, however, with strong southerlies, when it is better to seek a sheltered anchorage further into the gulf. The holding is good all along the quay in thick mud. | |
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| + | === Preveza ‘marina’ === | ||
| + | Preveza ‘marina’ is situated at the N end of the town quay, enclosed by the commercial quay on the E side and a short concrete jetty on the W. Although the marina has never been completed, it is possible to lie alongside on either side of the short jetty or alongside one of the five concrete jetties inside the ‘marina’ itself. Depths on the outside of the short jetty are 6.0 – 8.0 metres and on the inside and on the five jetties 2.5 – 3.0 metres. Usually the jetties inside are full of local boats or laid up yachts and it will be necessary to raft up if you wish to moor here. There are no facilities in the ‘marina’. Shelter in the ‘marina’ is excellent, although strong southerlies could make some berths uncomfortable. | ||
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| + | === Cleopatra Marina === | ||
| + | [[Cleopatra Marina]] lies on the E side of the channel, next to the yard of the same name. See separate Wiki entry. | ||
===Yacht Clubs=== | ===Yacht Clubs=== | ||
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==Anchorages== | ==Anchorages== | ||
| - | + | There is a popular anchorage in the bay just N of the ‘marina’ in depths of 4.0 – 5.0 metres. The holding is good here in mud and shelter and shelter good in all but SE winds. | |
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| + | An alternative anchorage is off the sandy shore on the Aktio, side, just N of the boatyards. Anchor in depths of 3.0 – 8.0 metres. Holding is good in sand and mud but shelter only moderate and the anchorage is complete open from N through W to S. | ||
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| + | Finally, there are numerous further anchorages in the Amvrakikos gulf, which offer good shelter depending on the wind direction. | ||
==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ==Yacht Repairs and Services== | ||
====Marine Stores==== | ====Marine Stores==== | ||
* There is a chandlery in both [[Aktio Marina]] and [[Cleopatra Marina]] boat yard on the Aktion side. | * There is a chandlery in both [[Aktio Marina]] and [[Cleopatra Marina]] boat yard on the Aktion side. | ||
| - | * | + | * Just back from Preveza town quay is ''Preveza Yacht Services'', which has a small chandlery and can arrange most repairs. ''Preveza Yacht Services'' focuses mainly on maintenance and engine products i.e batteries and filters. |
====Boat Yards==== | ====Boat Yards==== | ||
[[Image:Preveza_yards.JPG]] | [[Image:Preveza_yards.JPG]] | ||
| - | * [http://www. | + | * [http://www.cleopatra-marina.gr/ Cleopatra Marina]. The southern most of the three yards on the Aktion side of Preveza channel. Includes small marina, hard-standing for up to 1,000 yachts, travel lift (100T), chandlery, WiFi, laundry, fuelling pontoon, restaurant. |
| - | * [http://www.prevezamarine.gr/ | + | * [http://www.prevezamarine.gr/ Ionion Marine]. The middle boatyard, between Cleopatra Marina and Aktio yards. Hard-standing for 300 yachts, travel lift (65T), chandlery, wi-fi. |
| - | * [http://www. | + | * [http://www.aktio-marine.gr/EN/mainindex.htm Aktio Marine]. The northernmost of the three yards. Hard standing for 250 yachts. Haul out via hydraulic trailer. |
* There is also a small yard located on the north side of the inlet approximately one mile north of Preveza town quay. | * There is also a small yard located on the north side of the inlet approximately one mile north of Preveza town quay. | ||
====Other repair work==== | ====Other repair work==== | ||
| - | * Repair work can be | + | * Repair work can be organised through [http://www.prevezayachtservices.biz/index.htm ''Preveza Yacht Services''] |
==Fuel, Water, & Electricity== | ==Fuel, Water, & Electricity== | ||
===Fuel=== | ===Fuel=== | ||
| - | * Mini tankers carrying diesel can usually be spotted | + | * Mini tankers carrying diesel can usually be spotted patrolling Preveza town quay throughout the season and can be hailed for fuel. Note that as the town quay is primarily a pedestrian area, access is not allowed after 17:00 hrs. In the absence of any mini tankers [http://www.prevezayachtservices.biz/index.htm Preveza Yacht Services] can arrange for a tanker to come to your yacht. |
* Fuel dock at [http://www.cleopatra-marina.gr/ Cleopatra marina]. | * Fuel dock at [http://www.cleopatra-marina.gr/ Cleopatra marina]. | ||
===Water=== | ===Water=== | ||
| - | * | + | * Water points along on the town quay. Look for water outlets in the grassed beds. No charge is currently made. |
| - | * [[Cleopatra Marina]]. Requires smart card from marina office. | + | * On pontoons at [[Cleopatra Marina]]. Requires smart card from marina office. |
===Electricity=== | ===Electricity=== | ||
| - | * | + | * Boxes on the town quay (but not working 2011 and unlikely to change) |
| - | * [[Cleopatra Marina]]. Requires smart card from marina office. | + | * On the pontoons at [[Cleopatra Marina]]. Requires smart card from marina office. |
==Local Services== | ==Local Services== | ||
===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | ===Grocery & Supply Stores=== | ||
| - | * There is | + | * Large three-storey supermarket 200 metres W of waterfront up the road at the S end of the pedestrianised area (coming from N, turn right at Executive Kiosk). Good selection of produce and small butchery section. |
| - | * Gas can be found in the | + | * There is another, small supermarket with an amazingly good range of items in the first street back from the waterfront. The shop front is quite small and the shop easily missed. It is on the waterfront side of the street. |
| + | * Gas can be found in the supermarkets. Just bring your old canister and they will swap it for a full one. It costs between 5 - 8 €. | ||
===Eateries=== | ===Eateries=== | ||
* There are numerous bars and cafes along Preveza town quay, and a large variety of restaurants in the streets immediately back from the town quay. | * There are numerous bars and cafes along Preveza town quay, and a large variety of restaurants in the streets immediately back from the town quay. | ||
| + | * O Kaixis (The Mermaid) is excellent value and the owner Thasos is very helpful to yotties. It is up a small alley leading W from the waterfront past the Mythos Taverna. Preveza Yacht Services is right opposite. | ||
===Internet/WiFi=== | ===Internet/WiFi=== | ||
* Most bars and cafes along the town quay offer wi-fi. | * Most bars and cafes along the town quay offer wi-fi. | ||
| - | * [[Cleopatra Marina]]. | + | * [[Cleopatra Marina]]. Wifi in marina and boat yard. |
* [[Preveza Marina|Preveza Marina boat yard]] | * [[Preveza Marina|Preveza Marina boat yard]] | ||
===Laundry=== | ===Laundry=== | ||
| - | * | + | * Preveza Yacht Services provides a laundry service. |
| + | * Self-service laundry at Cleopatra Marina. | ||
===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | ===Motorbike & Car Rentals=== | ||
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===Garbage Disposal=== | ===Garbage Disposal=== | ||
| - | + | Bins on Preveza quay and near the ‘marina’ jetties. | |
==Tourism and Things to do Ashore== | ==Tourism and Things to do Ashore== | ||
===Tourism=== | ===Tourism=== | ||
| - | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicopolis The Roman town | + | * There is a pleasant walk S from the town quay to the fort of Pantokrator. There are also several nice beaches en route with eucalyptus trees to provide shade. |
| - | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambracian_Gulf The Ambracian Gulf] is worth a sail. The gulf has many | + | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicopolis The Roman town of Nicopolis], built on the orders of the Emperor Augustus to commemorate his victory over Mark Anthony and Cleopatra at the battle of Actium (Aktion), lies two kilometres N of Preveza. |
| + | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambracian_Gulf The Ambracian Gulf] is worth a sail. The gulf has many beautiful bays. Dolphins can been seen frequently as can pelicans and turtles. | ||
==Transportation== | ==Transportation== | ||
| - | * Flights from Preveza Aktion (PVK) airport. From May to October a number of charter companies operate direct flights from/to Manchester, Gatwick, Amsterdam, Dusseldorf and possibly some other European cities | + | * Flights from Preveza Aktion (PVK) airport. From May to October a number of charter companies operate direct flights from/to Manchester, Gatwick, Amsterdam, Dusseldorf and possibly some other European cities. From the airport it is only a short taxi drive to the boatyards on the Aktion side or through the tunnel to Preveza. |
| - | * Flights from [http://www.corfu-airport.com/ Corfu airport]. Scheduled and charter flights operate to/from [[Corfu]] throughout the season. From [[Corfu]] there is a ferry to Igoumentisa (1.1/2 hour) and a coach/taxi can then be taken to Preveza (1 hr). | + | * Flights from [http://www.corfu-airport.com/ Corfu airport]. Scheduled and charter flights operate to/from [[Corfu]] throughout the season. From [[Corfu]] there is a ferry to Igoumentisa (1.1/2 hour) and a coach/taxi can then be taken to Preveza (1 hr). * Buses. There are regular long distance bus services operating from Preveza's main bus station to Athens and other destinations. The express service takes 6 - 8 hours depending on traffic. It is advisable to reserve a seat a day or so in advance. |
| - | * Buses. There are regular long distance bus services operating from Preveza's main bus station to Athens and other destinations. The express service takes 6 - 8 hours depending on traffic. It is advisable to reserve a seat a day or so in advance. | + | |
* Taxis. Taxi ranks are located at the south of the quay and at the north on the main road. | * Taxis. Taxi ranks are located at the south of the quay and at the north on the main road. | ||
| + | * Karyiatis Travel on the waterfront at Preveza are very helpful to yachtsmen and the owner Jenny speaks good English. | ||
==Useful Contacts== | ==Useful Contacts== | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preveza Wikipedia entry for Preveza] | * [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preveza Wikipedia entry for Preveza] | ||
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====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''==== | ====''Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)''==== | ||
''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'': | ||
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Preveza
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Preveza lies at the entrance to a large inland gulf, the Ambrakikos Gulf, on the Ionian coast of Greece, five miles NE of the town of Lefkas and the northern entrance to the Lefkas Canal. The gulf is entered via a half mile long entrance channel between extensive sandbanks, which is dredged to a depth of six metres. The town of Preveza on the NW side on entry has a half mile long quay with space for several dozen yachts to lie alongside or stern/bows-to, while on the SE side in the area of Aktion are three large boatyards, Cleopatra Marina, Ionion Marine (formerly known confusingly as Preveza Marine) and Aktio Marine. The three yards between them can haul out over 1,500 boats and are a popular wintering spot for cruising yachts with a full range of repair and maintenance services and well-stocked chandleries. Cleopatra also has a small, 100-berth marina with all the usual services. A road tunnel under the channel links the yards to Preveza on the opposite shore. On the Preveza side is the commercial centre, shops, banks and port authorities. There is also an unfinished marina at the N end of the town quay (generally full of laid up yachts) and a small yard in an inlet about 0.8nM further north. The town also has a small airport on the Aktion side with flights during the season to most European destinations.
Charts
British Admiralty 203, 2405
Imray-Tetra chart G12 – South Ionian Islands
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
Local Weather
- Weather online Preveza An accurate guide to local weather, the weather station is based at Aktio airport.
- See Ionian Sea Weather
- Also see Ionian Sea Currents & Tides
The approach to Preveza is via a narrow, half mile long channel between extensive sandbanks. The channel is entered at | 38°55.9′N, 20°43.65′E between two port and starboard buoys. A further three pairs of buoys mark the channel on a course of 065 degrees towards a conspicuous fort on the Aktion side of the entrance. Once past the last pair of buoys, a final port hand buoy marks the edge of the shallows just S of Preveza town quay. From there, there are depths of around 10 metres up to the town quay to port and the three boatyards and the marina of Cleopatra Marina to starboard.
Note that strong currents of up to three knots can often be experienced in this area (from either direction) and yachts should be alert to the possibility of being carried sideways out of the channel.
Check-in facilities
Customs are in a new building on the eastern breakwater of the unfinished town ‘marina’, close to the commercial quay. The port police office can take a little finding. From the town quay walk north along the quay until the ‘marina’ is on your right and a car park on your left. Cross the car park diagonally and look for the post office, distinguishable by three large yellow post boxes on the pavement in front. The port police office is above. The entrance is in the narrow street at the back of the building.
For payment of taxes you may be asked to go to the Tax Office 5-10 minutes walk away in the centre of Preveza! Ask for directions.
Offshore Islands and Groups
Berthing facilities
Preveza town quay
The town quay at Preveza extends for over half a mile. The S end begins just N of a grey octagonal building (a former night club) and the N end terminates at a short jetty enclosing the uncompleted ‘marina’. The initial section from the octagonal building up to the 8th lamppost is shallow (less than 1.5 metres); yachts can go stern/bows-to or alongside for the next 200 metres, although there is a ledge along part of this section and a few small craft moorings to be avoided. Depths here are mostly 2.5 – 3.0 metres. Further N is a wide jetty where the fishermen park and a section of 100 metres of quay (painted with yellow markings) which is reserved for the fishermen. From here the next 500 metres N is reserved for yachts. Depths along this section are 5.0 – 8.0 metres at the quay but more at the point where you will be dropping anchor: 10.0 -15.0 metres at the S end of the section to 8.0 – 10.0 at the N end. Consequently yachts tend to go alongside at the S end and stern/bows-to at the N end. The N end is more popular, since it is close to tavernas and bars, has better depths for anchoring and offers better shelter from the NE land breezes that tend to blow down onto the quay at night. However, it is noisy here and earplugs are definitely an advantage. Note that it is not very considerate to go alongside at this end unless out of season and you risk being boxed in by yachts on anchor moor if you do. There are a few iron bollards along the quay but plentiful stainless steel mooring rings. These are set back a metre or so from the quay and can be difficult to see when arriving.
Shelter on the quay is good in the prevailing NW winds, but there is often a chop with the land breeze which blows from the NE. This is normally not too uncomfortable unless there are strong E winds to supplement it. The quay is not a good place to be, however, with strong southerlies, when it is better to seek a sheltered anchorage further into the gulf. The holding is good all along the quay in thick mud.
Preveza ‘marina’
Preveza ‘marina’ is situated at the N end of the town quay, enclosed by the commercial quay on the E side and a short concrete jetty on the W. Although the marina has never been completed, it is possible to lie alongside on either side of the short jetty or alongside one of the five concrete jetties inside the ‘marina’ itself. Depths on the outside of the short jetty are 6.0 – 8.0 metres and on the inside and on the five jetties 2.5 – 3.0 metres. Usually the jetties inside are full of local boats or laid up yachts and it will be necessary to raft up if you wish to moor here. There are no facilities in the ‘marina’. Shelter in the ‘marina’ is excellent, although strong southerlies could make some berths uncomfortable.
Cleopatra Marina
Cleopatra Marina lies on the E side of the channel, next to the yard of the same name. See separate Wiki entry.
Yacht Clubs
None known.
Anchorages
There is a popular anchorage in the bay just N of the ‘marina’ in depths of 4.0 – 5.0 metres. The holding is good here in mud and shelter and shelter good in all but SE winds.
An alternative anchorage is off the sandy shore on the Aktio, side, just N of the boatyards. Anchor in depths of 3.0 – 8.0 metres. Holding is good in sand and mud but shelter only moderate and the anchorage is complete open from N through W to S.
Finally, there are numerous further anchorages in the Amvrakikos gulf, which offer good shelter depending on the wind direction.
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
- There is a chandlery in both Aktio Marina and Cleopatra Marina boat yard on the Aktion side.
- Just back from Preveza town quay is Preveza Yacht Services, which has a small chandlery and can arrange most repairs. Preveza Yacht Services focuses mainly on maintenance and engine products i.e batteries and filters.
Boat Yards
- Cleopatra Marina. The southern most of the three yards on the Aktion side of Preveza channel. Includes small marina, hard-standing for up to 1,000 yachts, travel lift (100T), chandlery, WiFi, laundry, fuelling pontoon, restaurant.
- Ionion Marine. The middle boatyard, between Cleopatra Marina and Aktio yards. Hard-standing for 300 yachts, travel lift (65T), chandlery, wi-fi.
- Aktio Marine. The northernmost of the three yards. Hard standing for 250 yachts. Haul out via hydraulic trailer.
- There is also a small yard located on the north side of the inlet approximately one mile north of Preveza town quay.
Other repair work
- Repair work can be organised through Preveza Yacht Services
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Fuel
- Mini tankers carrying diesel can usually be spotted patrolling Preveza town quay throughout the season and can be hailed for fuel. Note that as the town quay is primarily a pedestrian area, access is not allowed after 17:00 hrs. In the absence of any mini tankers Preveza Yacht Services can arrange for a tanker to come to your yacht.
- Fuel dock at Cleopatra marina.
Water
- Water points along on the town quay. Look for water outlets in the grassed beds. No charge is currently made.
- On pontoons at Cleopatra Marina. Requires smart card from marina office.
Electricity
- Boxes on the town quay (but not working 2011 and unlikely to change)
- On the pontoons at Cleopatra Marina. Requires smart card from marina office.
Local Services
Grocery & Supply Stores
- Large three-storey supermarket 200 metres W of waterfront up the road at the S end of the pedestrianised area (coming from N, turn right at Executive Kiosk). Good selection of produce and small butchery section.
- There is another, small supermarket with an amazingly good range of items in the first street back from the waterfront. The shop front is quite small and the shop easily missed. It is on the waterfront side of the street.
- Gas can be found in the supermarkets. Just bring your old canister and they will swap it for a full one. It costs between 5 - 8 €.
Eateries
- There are numerous bars and cafes along Preveza town quay, and a large variety of restaurants in the streets immediately back from the town quay.
- O Kaixis (The Mermaid) is excellent value and the owner Thasos is very helpful to yotties. It is up a small alley leading W from the waterfront past the Mythos Taverna. Preveza Yacht Services is right opposite.
Internet/WiFi
- Most bars and cafes along the town quay offer wi-fi.
- Cleopatra Marina. Wifi in marina and boat yard.
- Preveza Marina boat yard
Laundry
- Preveza Yacht Services provides a laundry service.
- Self-service laundry at Cleopatra Marina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- A car rental company operates from Aktion ( Preveza ) airport.
Garbage Disposal
Bins on Preveza quay and near the ‘marina’ jetties.
Tourism and Things to do Ashore
Tourism
- There is a pleasant walk S from the town quay to the fort of Pantokrator. There are also several nice beaches en route with eucalyptus trees to provide shade.
- The Roman town of Nicopolis, built on the orders of the Emperor Augustus to commemorate his victory over Mark Anthony and Cleopatra at the battle of Actium (Aktion), lies two kilometres N of Preveza.
- The Ambracian Gulf is worth a sail. The gulf has many beautiful bays. Dolphins can been seen frequently as can pelicans and turtles.
Transportation
- Flights from Preveza Aktion (PVK) airport. From May to October a number of charter companies operate direct flights from/to Manchester, Gatwick, Amsterdam, Dusseldorf and possibly some other European cities. From the airport it is only a short taxi drive to the boatyards on the Aktion side or through the tunnel to Preveza.
- Flights from Corfu airport. Scheduled and charter flights operate to/from Corfu throughout the season. From Corfu there is a ferry to Igoumentisa (1.1/2 hour) and a coach/taxi can then be taken to Preveza (1 hr). * Buses. There are regular long distance bus services operating from Preveza's main bus station to Athens and other destinations. The express service takes 6 - 8 hours depending on traffic. It is advisable to reserve a seat a day or so in advance.
- Taxis. Taxi ranks are located at the south of the quay and at the north on the main road.
- Karyiatis Travel on the waterfront at Preveza are very helpful to yachtsmen and the owner Jenny speaks good English.
Useful Contacts
- Medical Help: 26820 22871
- Police: 26820 22225
- Tourist Police: 26820 89566
- Port Authority: 26820 22226
- Airport: OA 26820 22355
- Bus Service ( KTEL ): 26820 22213
- Municipality: 26820 22212
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, 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 partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
References & Publications
See Ionian Sea.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- October 2011 --Athene of Lymington 20:25, 5 October 2011 (BST)
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