Andros-Greece
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Andros-Greece
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Andros (Άνδρος), a member of the Cyclades. It is 380,041 km2 and has about 10,009 inhabitants. The highest peak of Andros is 944 m (3097 ft). Andros is not a very touristic island but it is the home of several very rich shipowner families like the fabulously wealthy Goulandris; as a result it is very well kept without the usual tourist related hassles.
The island was named after the Cretan general Andros, the grandson of Apollo. It has been inhabited since pre-historic times by Karians, Phoenicians, Egyptians, Cretans, Pelasgians, and Ionian Greeks. During the 7th century BC Andros was very prosperous. In Classical times Andros was a reluctant member of the Delian Leaque headed by Athens. During the 13th century AD it was taken from the Byzantines by the Frankish crusaders and then by the Ottomans in 1556 to be followed by the Russians in 1774. After the 1821 war of independence Andros became part of Modern Greece.
Charts
- BA
- 2682 Kólpos Patalion to Nísos Nísiros
- 1038 Stenó Sífnou to Stenó Kafiréa
- Imray-Tetra
- G3 Aegean Sea (South)
- G31 Northern Cyclades
- NIMA
- 54355 Nisos Andros & Dhiekplous Kafireos
- Greek
- 42 Andros to Chalki Island
- 421 Karystos to Naxos
Radio Nets
- Coast Guard - VHF channel 12 Tel. +30 2820 22 572
- Olympia Radio - VHF channel 04
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Weather
See Aegean Sea.
In general the west side of the island experiences strong gusts when the meltemi blows. For particulars see individual ports or anchorages.
Berthing Options
There are several anchorages in Andros. The main harbor on the more protected west side of the island, Gavrio is very busy with ferry boats. Most cruisers prefer the quieter, nearby Batsi.
Ports
Gavrio
Gavrio
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Gavrio (Γαύριο) provides the best shelter in the island. You can either anchor off-shore or go stern-to at the quay. The bottom is mud and provides good holding.
Caution: There are several reefs in the approach to Gavrio. In particular there is Vouvi with dangerous shoals at the sourh-east entrance, the rock Rosa, and shoal waters near the islets Akamatis and Plati.
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Batsi
Batsi
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Batsi (Μπατσί) is just 2 3/4 nM south-east of Gavrio and provides good shelter, although it can be gusty, from the meltemi but it is exposed to the south. You can either anchor off-shore or go stern-to at the small quay. There is room for 10+ boats stern to facing north east and another 7 side to the east and west of the new extension to the mole. Depths alongside the new mole are >5 metres. The bottom is sand and provides good holding. There are no harbour fees to pay although there is a self-styled harbour master who will guide you to a space and attempt to collect one. We checked with the port police; their understanding with him is that he can do this work for tips, but certainly not charge a nightly fee or direct boats to move. An "official" port police/harbour master's office is built and slated to open in 2016. Electricity and potable water free of charge from posts on the quay.
This is a pleasant and quiet anchorage (if you are off-shore) and yet there are enough stores and restaurants ashore. There is fuel available from a station but it is uphill and out of town, not an easy walk carrying jerry cans. You can rent cars and motorbikes.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- September 2000 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
- 2014 Daphnoula
- June 2015 --Monterey
- July 2015 --Lady Marie D
Kastro
Kastro
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37°50.6′N, 24°56.4′E - Chartlet
Kastro (Κάστρο) is the capital of Andros also known as Andros or Chora or Hora.
The small yacht harbor in Chora has been enlarged and there is now room for many more yachts. As of May 2014 water and electricity had not been installed. --Daphnoula
Danger: The is not protected from the meltemi and it can be dangerous. There is a dangerous reef directly at the approach into the harbor.
I have moored here during the 1980's and again in the 90's during a strong meltemi and the area behind the large mole was quite comfortable. --Daphnoula
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
None.
Anchorages
Korthi
Korthi
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Korthi (Κορθί) is a very lovely cove.
Warning: It is exposed to the east and it is not protected from the meltemi and it can be dangerous when it blows.
Palaioupolis Bay
This is a lovely anchorage about 3 nMi south-east of Batsi. There is reasonable protection from the meltemi but it is very exposed to the south.
Anchor off-shore. The bottom is sand.
There are some underwater foundations of the ancient harbor and some ruins ashore.
Katabatic winds with a meltemi can be fierce here. --DaphnoulaPlaka Bay
Offshore Islands
Yiaros
Yiaros is a barren uninhabited island mid-way between Kea and Tinos and about 8 nM south-west of Andros. There are no anchorages but with sheltered weather one can anchor in an exposed little cove on its south side of the island for lunch or a swim. There are strong gusts here with the meltemi.
The island was used as a place of exile for political prisoners as recently as during theJunta of the Colonels (1967-72).Yacht Services and Repairs
Also see each Port.
Marine Stores
Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.
Yacht Services/Repairs/Yards
Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- There is fuel available in Batsi from a station but it is uphill and out of town, not an easy walk carrying jerry cans.
- Water
- ?
- Electricity
- N/A (Not Available)
Things to do ashore
Tourism
Chora
Chora (Χώρα) is the capital of Andros also known as Andros or Hora. It is a very picturesque town with traditional Cycladic architecture.
In town, of interest are the Archaeological Museum which houses many finds from Palaiopolis and Zagora. There is also a small but very good Museum of Modern Art which houses a collection of the local sculptor M. Tombros as well as works of the most important contemporary Greek artists. They also have regular exhibits of non-Greek modern artists. The museum is housed in a very pleasant building which harmonizes with the Cycladic architecture.
In modern times Andros has been the home island of many wealthy shipowners, in particular the various members of the Goulandris family. The Maritime Museum of Andros shows some of this tradition.
Palaiopolis
In addition to the excavation site and the underwater jetty there is a local exhibit of the Archaeological Collection of Palaiopolis.
Zagora
Here is the site of the Geometric settlement at Zagora.
Gavrion
A prominent feature of Gavrion is the Tower at Aghios Petros. It is dated from the Hellenistic period (4th-3rd centuries BC) and it is worth a visit.
Grocery & Supply Stores
Eateries
- In Batsi Adonis serves some very good mezedes (tasty morsels)
- Several restaurants in both Gavrio and Batsi
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés.
Laundry
Motorbike & Car Rentals
Available in both Gavrio and Batsi.
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbors and in several anchorages.
Transportation
There are daily, and in the summer several per day ferries to Rafina.
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
- Andros (Wikipedia)
References & Publications
See Greece.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
See individual ports and anchorages in this page.
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