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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koufonisi Koufonisia] (Κουφονήσια) are actually two islands: Epano Koufonisi (upper) and Kato Koufonisi lower. Epano Koufonisi has recently become rather popular with Athenians and Italians attracted to its gorgeous beaches. It also has a sizable fishing fleet. Koufonisia belong to the Small Cyclades (Μικρές Κυκλάδες - Mikres Kyclades) group. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koufonisi Koufonisia] (Κουφονήσια) are actually two islands: Epano Koufonisi (upper) and Kato Koufonisi lower. Epano Koufonisi has recently become rather popular with Athenians and Italians attracted to its gorgeous beaches. It also has a sizable fishing fleet. Koufonisia belong to the Small Cyclades (Μικρές Κυκλάδες - Mikres Kyclades) group. | ||
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==Charts== | ==Charts== | ||
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: 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros | : 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros | ||
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: 423 Paros to Astypalia | : 423 Paros to Astypalia | ||
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+ | ''See [[Aegean_Sea#Weather|Aegean Sea]]''. | ||
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+ | * [[Cruising the Cyclades Islands]] | ||
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+ | {{Poi |lat=36.87893 |lon=25.64381 |zoom=13 | type= island| name= Karos | altname= Κάρος | ||
+ | | text= [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keros Karos] or Keros is very arid and rough island, there are no paths or a place where a boat can anchor or safely stop. The island was a prehistoric ([http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cycladic_civilization Cycladic]) burial ground. Most of the findings form the burial ground are now at the [http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3249 National Museum] and the [http://www.cycladic-m.gr/ Museum of Cycladic Art] in Athens. }} | ||
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+ | {{himage|Greece_Karos.jpg|Karos }} | ||
+ | {{himage|Greece_KerosFig.jpg|The Keros Figurine }} | ||
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+ | {{Poi |36|50.6|N|25|40.3|E| | type= island |name= Anti Karos |altname= Αντίκαρος |zoom= 15 | ||
+ | | image= Greece_Antikaros.jpg | ||
+ | | imagetext= Antikaros | ||
+ | | text= Anti Karos or Anti Keros actually consists of two islands: Dhrima to the south-west and Anti Karos to the north-east. They are separated by a narrow channel 4 m deep. | ||
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+ | In calm weather, this is good stop for a swim. The water is wonderful. There are only seagulls and plenty of tar polluting this otherwise pristine spot.}} | ||
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+ | ==Communication== | ||
* Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 | * Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 | ||
* Olympia Radio - VHF no signal | * Olympia Radio - VHF no signal | ||
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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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All approaches to Koufonisia are straightforward. | All approaches to Koufonisia are straightforward. | ||
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- | ==Berthing | + | ==Berthing== |
===Ports=== | ===Ports=== | ||
- | + | {{Poi | lat=36.93395|lon=25.593 | |
- | + | | type= harbour| name= Parianos | zoom= 13 | |
- | Parianos, in the Epano Koufonisi (upper), is the only harbor in the islands. It provides good shelter from the ''meltemi''. It is a small harbor with 5-6 m depths at its entrance, and 3-4 m in its middle. Near the mole it can be less than 2 m. | + | | text= Parianos, in the Epano Koufonisi (upper), is the only harbor in the islands. It provides good shelter from the ''meltemi''. It is a small harbor with 5-6 m depths at its entrance, and 3-4 m in its middle. Near the mole it can be less than 2 m. |
Anchor in the middle and take a liner ashore. | Anchor in the middle and take a liner ashore. | ||
- | The village is within a 15-20 minute walk. | + | The village is within a 15-20 minute walk. }} |
- | + | {{Warning}}There may be a number of floating ropes from the fishing boats. | |
===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ===Marinas & Yacht Clubs=== | ||
None. | None. | ||
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There are three anchorages all in Epano Koufonisi: | There are three anchorages all in Epano Koufonisi: | ||
- | == | + | {{Poi | 36.92966 | lon=25.60137 | type= anchorage |name= Finikas |zoom= 17 |
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- | + | | imagetext= Finikas, Epano Koufonisi | |
- | + | | text= This cove is right across from Kato Koufonisi. It provides reasonable shelter from the ''meltemi'' but is exposed to the south. There are many campers on the beach. | |
- | This cove is right across from Kato Koufonisi. It provides reasonable shelter from the ''meltemi'' but is exposed to the south. There are many campers on the beach. | + | |
Anchor in 4-5 m on a sandy bottom. The village is near by. | Anchor in 4-5 m on a sandy bottom. The village is near by. | ||
- | A small harbour has been created by adding walls to SW side of the ferry jetty. Some fixed lines are in place to the jetty and other boats are directed to lie alongside the other walls by the harbourmaster. Shelter is good in most conditions. Water and electricity available. | + | A small harbour has been created by adding walls to SW side of the ferry jetty. Some fixed lines are in place to the jetty and other boats are directed to lie alongside the other walls by the harbourmaster. Shelter is good in most conditions. Water and electricity available.}} |
- | + | {{Poi |36|56.7|N|25|37.5|E|| type= anchorage| name= NE Bay | zoom= 15 | |
- | + | | text= This bay is near the north-east tip of the island. It provides some shelter from the ''meltemi'' but is open to the east. Sandy bottom. }} | |
- | This bay is near the north-east tip of the island. It provides some shelter from the ''meltemi'' but is open to the east. Sandy bottom. | + | |
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- | + | |Water| N/A (Not Available) | |
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+ | |Garbage| There are bins | ||
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+ | |Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Chandlers| None | ||
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+ | |Repairs| N/A | ||
+ | |Internet| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}} | ||
+ | |Vehicle rentals| N/A | ||
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Very limited provisions in [[#Finikas|Finikas]]. | Very limited provisions in [[#Finikas|Finikas]]. | ||
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There is a small ferry to/from [[Naxos]] and [[Amorgos]]. | There is a small ferry to/from [[Naxos]] and [[Amorgos]]. | ||
- | A bus service runs from the ferry landing to the NE bay | + | A bus service runs from the ferry landing to the NE bay. |
- | == | + | ==Tourism== |
- | + | Swim and walk. | |
- | == | + | ==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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''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. | ''See [[Greece#References_&_Publications|Greece]]''. | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:59, 15 August 2018
Koufonisia
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Koufonisia (Κουφονήσια) are actually two islands: Epano Koufonisi (upper) and Kato Koufonisi lower. Epano Koufonisi has recently become rather popular with Athenians and Italians attracted to its gorgeous beaches. It also has a sizable fishing fleet. Koufonisia belong to the Small Cyclades (Μικρές Κυκλάδες - Mikres Kyclades) group.
Charts
- 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
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
Passages
Islands
Karos
Anti Karos
Anti Karos or Anti Keros actually consists of two islands: Dhrima to the south-west and Anti Karos to the north-east. They are separated by a narrow channel 4 m deep.
In calm weather, this is good stop for a swim. The water is wonderful. There are only seagulls and plenty of tar polluting this otherwise pristine spot.Communication
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
All approaches to Koufonisia are straightforward.
Berthing
Ports
Parianos
Parianos, in the Epano Koufonisi (upper), is the only harbor in the islands. It provides good shelter from the meltemi. It is a small harbor with 5-6 m depths at its entrance, and 3-4 m in its middle. Near the mole it can be less than 2 m.
Anchor in the middle and take a liner ashore.
The village is within a 15-20 minute walk.Warning: There may be a number of floating ropes from the fishing boats.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
There are three anchorages all in Epano Koufonisi:
Finikas
This cove is right across from Kato Koufonisi. It provides reasonable shelter from the meltemi but is exposed to the south. There are many campers on the beach.
Anchor in 4-5 m on a sandy bottom. The village is near by.
A small harbour has been created by adding walls to SW side of the ferry jetty. Some fixed lines are in place to the jetty and other boats are directed to lie alongside the other walls by the harbourmaster. Shelter is good in most conditions. Water and electricity available.NE Bay
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | N/A (Not Available) |
Electricity | N/A |
Toilets | N/A |
Showers | N/A |
Laundry | N/A |
Garbage | There are bins |
Supplies | |
Fuel | N/A |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | None |
Services | |
Repairs | N/A |
Internet | ? |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | N/A |
Provisioning
Very limited provisions in Finikas.
Eating out
Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.)
Transportation
There is a small ferry to/from Naxos and Amorgos.
A bus service runs from the ferry landing to the NE bay.
Tourism
Swim and walk.
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
- Koufonisia at the Wikipedia
- Karos at the Wikipedia
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.
Verified by
Date of member's last visit to Koufonisia and this page's details validated:
- June 1999 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- June 2013 --Straitshooter
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