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Ammoudia is a less well visited bay, perhaps due to its sleepy nature. It lies on the Ionian coast of [[Greece]], five miles SE of [[Parga]], at the mouth of the Acheron river. The river is navigable by small to medium sized yachts up to the town, where it is also possible for a yacht of shallow to moderate draft to moor. Space is tight in the river, and a yacht of much over 12 metres would find turning round quite a challenge, especially with any wind. The beaches are clean, and shade is to be found in the wooded areas immediately behind them, while the southern reaches of the river are usually full of campers and caravanners. | Ammoudia is a less well visited bay, perhaps due to its sleepy nature. It lies on the Ionian coast of [[Greece]], five miles SE of [[Parga]], at the mouth of the Acheron river. The river is navigable by small to medium sized yachts up to the town, where it is also possible for a yacht of shallow to moderate draft to moor. Space is tight in the river, and a yacht of much over 12 metres would find turning round quite a challenge, especially with any wind. The beaches are clean, and shade is to be found in the wooded areas immediately behind them, while the southern reaches of the river are usually full of campers and caravanners. | ||
The River Acheron forms the largest part of the attraction of this little town. Its waters are crisp and cool - very cool, in fact - and great to swim in. The wildlife upstream makes it worth taking a tender up against the current; alternatively, take an easy kayaking trip with the local company there. Motor boats along the quayside also do river trips, but these are short since the river is blocked to larger vessels by fallen trees. | The River Acheron forms the largest part of the attraction of this little town. Its waters are crisp and cool - very cool, in fact - and great to swim in. The wildlife upstream makes it worth taking a tender up against the current; alternatively, take an easy kayaking trip with the local company there. Motor boats along the quayside also do river trips, but these are short since the river is blocked to larger vessels by fallen trees. | ||
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+ | In summer the weather conditions are typical for the northern Ionian. The early morning is usually calm. At about 11:00 the first light wind starts to blow from the NW into the bay, increasing as the afternoon passes and then dying away again in the evening. | ||
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+ | * ''See [[Ionian Sea#Weather|Ionian Sea Weather]]''. | ||
+ | * ''Also see [[Ionian Sea#Currents_&_Tides|Ionian Sea Currents & Tides]]''. | ||
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+ | ==Passages== | ||
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+ | {{Green|Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.}} | ||
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+ | ''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
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No real difficulties with entering the bay, although the white horses caused by wind against current in anything over NW force 4 are somewhat disconcerting (the mouth of the Acheron river experiences a fair swell, combined with a downstream current of about 1.5 knots). This combination makes for some unpredictable handling, so a little speed is advised to enter safely. There are shallows immediately to the south as you enter. There are no real navigation lights, however the breakwater is well lit all the way up to the town. A night entry/exit is not advised. | No real difficulties with entering the bay, although the white horses caused by wind against current in anything over NW force 4 are somewhat disconcerting (the mouth of the Acheron river experiences a fair swell, combined with a downstream current of about 1.5 knots). This combination makes for some unpredictable handling, so a little speed is advised to enter safely. There are shallows immediately to the south as you enter. There are no real navigation lights, however the breakwater is well lit all the way up to the town. A night entry/exit is not advised. | ||
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{{Image right|AcheronBerths_(800x593).jpg| Yachts berthed alongside in Acheron river }} | {{Image right|AcheronBerths_(800x593).jpg| Yachts berthed alongside in Acheron river }} | ||
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For protection from the prevailing winds and waves, anchor at a depth suitable for your craft as far north in the bay as possible. The usual summer weather will bring a near calm in the bay at night. Holding is good in sand. | For protection from the prevailing winds and waves, anchor at a depth suitable for your craft as far north in the bay as possible. The usual summer weather will bring a near calm in the bay at night. Holding is good in sand. | ||
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- | + | |Water| N/A (Not Available) | |
- | + | |Electricity| N/A | |
+ | |Toilets| N/A | ||
+ | |Showers| N/A | ||
+ | |Laundry| N/A | ||
+ | |Garbage| Bins along the beach front | ||
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- | + | |Fuel| N/A | |
+ | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Chandlers| None | ||
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- | + | |Repairs| N/A | |
+ | |Internet| t internet cafes in the town | ||
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| ''Europcar'' and ''Budget Rentacar'' in the town | ||
+ | }} | ||
- | == | + | ==Provisioning== |
- | + | Provisions shops in the town. | |
- | == | + | ==Eating out== |
- | + | The usual tavernas and restaurants, cares and bakeries. | |
- | + | ==Transportation== | |
- | * Buses to Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Athens | + | * Buses to Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Athens |
- | * Ferries to [[Parga]] | + | * Ferries to [[Parga]] |
- | == | + | ==Tourism== |
+ | For a trip up the Acheron river, find the local kayak trip organisers. With transport, it is possible to visit the nearby Necromanteion of Ephyra, believed in ancient times to be the gateway to the underworld. | ||
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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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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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- | * | + | * {{Wikipedia|Parga|Parga}} |
- | * | + | * {{Wikipedia|Necromanteion|Necromanteion}} |
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- | ==References | + | ==References== |
''See [[Ionian Sea#References_&_Publications|Ionian Sea]]''. | ''See [[Ionian Sea#References_&_Publications|Ionian Sea]]''. | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:39, 15 August 2018
Ammoudia
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Ammoudia is a less well visited bay, perhaps due to its sleepy nature. It lies on the Ionian coast of Greece, five miles SE of Parga, at the mouth of the Acheron river. The river is navigable by small to medium sized yachts up to the town, where it is also possible for a yacht of shallow to moderate draft to moor. Space is tight in the river, and a yacht of much over 12 metres would find turning round quite a challenge, especially with any wind. The beaches are clean, and shade is to be found in the wooded areas immediately behind them, while the southern reaches of the river are usually full of campers and caravanners.
The River Acheron forms the largest part of the attraction of this little town. Its waters are crisp and cool - very cool, in fact - and great to swim in. The wildlife upstream makes it worth taking a tender up against the current; alternatively, take an easy kayaking trip with the local company there. Motor boats along the quayside also do river trips, but these are short since the river is blocked to larger vessels by fallen trees.
Charts
- BA
- 206 Corfu: Channels
- Imray-Tetra
- G11 Nísos Kérkira to Nísos Levkas
- NIMA
- 54280 Corfu Channel to Nisis Proti
- Greek
- 10 Kerkyra
Weather
In summer the weather conditions are typical for the northern Ionian. The early morning is usually calm. At about 11:00 the first light wind starts to blow from the NW into the bay, increasing as the afternoon passes and then dying away again in the evening.
- See Ionian Sea Weather.
- Also see Ionian Sea Currents & Tides.
Passages
List popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Islands
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
No real difficulties with entering the bay, although the white horses caused by wind against current in anything over NW force 4 are somewhat disconcerting (the mouth of the Acheron river experiences a fair swell, combined with a downstream current of about 1.5 knots). This combination makes for some unpredictable handling, so a little speed is advised to enter safely. There are shallows immediately to the south as you enter. There are no real navigation lights, however the breakwater is well lit all the way up to the town. A night entry/exit is not advised.
Berthing
Ports
The Acheron River is navigable by yachts of moderate draft, and moorings alongside the town can be found. Alternatively raft up against one of the more permanent vessels.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
For protection from the prevailing winds and waves, anchor at a depth suitable for your craft as far north in the bay as possible. The usual summer weather will bring a near calm in the bay at night. Holding is good in sand.
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | N/A (Not Available) |
Electricity | N/A |
Toilets | N/A |
Showers | N/A |
Laundry | N/A |
Garbage | Bins along the beach front |
Supplies | |
Fuel | N/A |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | None |
Services | |
Repairs | N/A |
Internet | t internet cafes in the town |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | Europcar and Budget Rentacar in the town |
Provisioning
Provisions shops in the town.
Eating out
The usual tavernas and restaurants, cares and bakeries.
Transportation
- Buses to Igoumenitsa, Preveza and Athens
- Ferries to Parga
Tourism
For a trip up the Acheron river, find the local kayak trip organisers. With transport, it is possible to visit the nearby Necromanteion of Ephyra, believed in ancient times to be the gateway to the underworld.
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
- Parga at the Wikipedia
- Necromanteion at the Wikipedia
References
See Ionian Sea.
Comments
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- A nice quiet anchorage, with an interesting opportunity to take your yacht into a river. The cold river water brings welcome relief in the hot summer months, and will act to cool your yacht down too. BenPikeUK
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- June 2012 --Athene of Lymington
- August 2013 --BenPikeUK
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