West Saronikos
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West Saronikos
Background
This is region covers the coast of Peloponnese on the Saronikos Gulf. Because of its proximity to Athens it is very popular and crowded.
Charts
BA 1657 Saronikós Kólpos
Imray-Tetra G14 Saronic and Argolic Gulf
NIMA 54344 Saronicos Kolpos & K. Petalion
Greek 413 Saronikos Kolpos
Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Submit details of local radio Nets.
Warning: Approaching from the coast of Attika, in the north, you have to cross the shipping lanes. Cross them, if possible, vertically. Do monitor your VHF but most large ships, including ones of the Greek Navy, rarely respond to a hail.
Check-in facilities
None.
Ports and Popular Stops
Palea Epidhavros
Epidhavros (Επίδαυρος) or Palea (Old) Epidhavros [37° 38.3' N 23° 09.5' E] is safe harbor to leave the yacht while going to a performance on the ancient theater of Epidaurus or the Sanctuary of Asklepios. You can take a taxi, 20 min. For a performance make sure you have advanced tickets.
The harbor provides good shelter. You can go stern-to along the quay or anchor off in 5 m. The bottom is mud and weed and provides fairly good holding. Good shopping.
Korfos
Korfos (Κόρφος) or Sofiko [37° 45.5' N 23° 07.7' E] is a pleasant cove in the Saronic Gulf a few miles S of the Corinth Canal. During weekends it is crowded. Anchor off in 6-10 m, holding is not always good. There is a small quay but it is very hard to find room there.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Krasopanayia
Krasopanayia (Κρασοπαναγιά) is very pleasant uninhabited anchorage on the NE side of the Methana Peninsula just across from Epidhavros. It is very convenient and secure anchorage. Unfortunately it has been spoiled by a fish farm. Anchor in 6-10 m and take a line ashore.
Offshore Islands
Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
The most interesting place to visit in this region is a visit to Epidhavros. A more ambitious land excursion is to visit Ancient Corinth and Acrocortinth.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
Laundry
Grocery Stores
Eateries
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Marine Stores & Facilities
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Repairs
Transportation
Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.
References & Publications
Publications, Guides, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
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Forum Discussions
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External Links
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Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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