Koufonisia
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Koufonisia
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| 36°55.8′N, 25°36.2′E |
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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
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12
- Olympia Radio - VHF no signal
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
All approaches to Koufonisia are straightforward.
Berthing Optionss
Ports
Parianos
36°55.8′N, 25°36.2′E
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
36°55.8′N, 25°35.8′E
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
36°56.7′N, 25°37.5′E
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.
Offshore Islands
Karos
36°52.5′N, 25°38.6′E
Karos (Κάρος) 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 (Cycladic) burial ground. Most of the findings form the burial ground are now at the National Museum and the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens.
Anti Karos
36°50.6′N, 25°40.3′E
Anti Karos (Αντίκαρος) 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.
Yacht Services and Repairs
Marine Stores
None.
Repairs/Yards
None.
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- N/A (Not Available)
- Water
- N/A
- Electricity
- N/A
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
Swim and walk.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Very limited provisions in Finikas.
Eateries
Laundry
N/A.
Internet/WiFi
Available?
Motorbike & Car Rentals
N/A.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins.
Transportation
There is a small ferry to/from Naxos and Amorgos.
A bus service runs from the ferry landing to the NE bay
Routes/Passages To/From
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
- Koufonisia (Wikipedia)
- Karos (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
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:
- June 1999 --Istioploos
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Names: Lighthouse, Istioploos |
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