Ermioni claims to have the oldest restaurant in the whole saronic gulf, which is right by the quay, and although there must be another dozen restaurants in the region boasting a similar claim, the food is worth a detour. There are many marinas along the coastline near the attic coast, so savvy sailors avoid the chartered areas and sail toward the east coast of the. Rh laurie and sons was associated with charts published for the east india company. Sailing holidays in epidavros let explore the sailing holidays area. Saronic and argolic gulfs athens sailing holidays and yacht. The one day cruise to the saronic gulf islands of aegina, poros and hydra is the best way to see these islands all year round. The law outlining what is required of leisure boats, written in greek of course, is not published to visitors. You will get conflicting instructions from officials about what is required. Just type your question into the fields in the contact form below. Flotilla fun in the saronic gulf a firstever flotilla holiday for experienced sailors caroline stevens and her husband tom proves a hit in the saronic gulf of the greek aegean charter special. The saronic gulf extends in the west from the famous corinth canal, a sheersided.
Greek waters pilot is the definitive cruising guide to the coasts and islands of greece. On the way across the saronic gulf we didnt see any other boats, and the wind got up to nearly 30 knots. The app includes information about navigational points of interest and instructions for departure and arrival to ports and all other marine shelters such as. Myrtoan sea, northeast aegean, saronic islands, corinthian gulf and. Plan your visit to the argo saronic islands, greece. Flotilla fun in the saronic gulf a firstever flotilla holiday for experienced sailors caroline stevens and her husband tom proves a hit in the saronic gulf of the greek aegean charter special f ear of flying means its not unusual to see me pacing nervously around the departure lounge at the airport, but for once this was not the main focus. This page describes the more general aspects of sailboat cruising in greece. Family and friends in the saronic and argolic gulfspart1. Yacht charter oceanis 50 family sueno from kalamaki athens. Southern peloponnisos this imray chart covers the ionian sea southern peloponese cape malea south argolic gulf to monemvasia.
The saronic gulf is a fantastic area to take your first sailing trip in greece. She has a comprehensive specification, with bimini and sprayhood, chartplotter, electric windlass, holding tank, autopilot, dinghy and outboard all as standard. Book online cheap ferry tickets to saronic gulf at bookferry. Greek waters pilot rod heikell a yachtsmans guide to the entire area from the ionian islands to the aegean. Megara is an ancient city in attica, on the saronic gulf opposite the island of salamis. Settled weather is nice, the sky is blue, the winds do what the pilot book says quite a lot in some areas. It is filled with many ancient historic sites and popular tourist areas, such as the akropolis.
It cuts through the narrow isthmus of corinth and separates the peloponnese from the greek mainland, arguably making the peninsula an island. Welcome to the saronic islands a land of ancient history, myth, and quintessential greek seaside villages. The argolic gulf tends to be quieter than the saronic as it is further from athens and the kalamaki marina charterers. Read about itineraries, activities, places to stay and travel essentials and get inspiration from the blog in the best guide to the argo saronic islands. Fountain pajot saona 47 supersonic octopus yachting. You will visit hydra, the haven of the artistic world and favorite jet set destination, the quaint island of poros and the historic aegina, an island that was a major naval force during antiquity and now has the ruins to prove it. Covers aigina and poros in the saronic gulf, and down the eastern side of the peloponnese, includining idhra.
Free delivery option to europe and express delivery available worldwide. Dec 31, 2018 the pilot book states that on the black basalt slopes a short distance north there is an old caldera and suggests it is worth a look. It defines the eastern side of the isthmus of corinth, being the eastern terminus of the corinth canal, which cuts across the isthmus. Flotilla fun in the saronic gulf nautilus yachting. A sign on the road just outside the hamlet points to the volcano so, mike, steve and i decided to go and take a look. With so many islands to explore, sailing is the best way to make the most of your trip. This imray chart covers athens and the saronic gulf, poros, methana, aegina, salamis, entrance of corinth canal, cape sounion.
I am looking for a safe place to leave my yacht around the saronic gulf this summer, preferably on the peleponese coast or local islands. I sailed the saronic islands with the yacht week greece and fell in love. The greek islands make up 20% of the total area of greece, an ideal yachting area, creating a coastline of more than 15000 kilometres. Saronic gulf cruises are the perfect passport to this popular aegean destination. A travel book such as the rough guide to greece is a definitive. Greece, sea guide is a series of four a3 sized books that cover the whole of the greek coastlines and seas, as follows. He tried racing in the hauraki gulf but was really not much good at it. The saronic gulf islands dot the waters nearest athens and offer a fast track to greek island life. These destinations have it all saronic gulf worlds pilot. Besides the fantastical whitewalled fortified towns like hydra rising from the sparkling mediterranean, youll discover authentic greek culture and traditional tastes, with no shortage of tiny tavernas that explode into a lively and unforgettable.
In aegina you can tour the ancient temple of aphaia, in poros take a walk to the clock tower and admire the panaoramic view. Greece sea guide volume 1 saronic, argolic, kythera, cyclades and crete. How safe to leave yacht in summer, i am told that ribs come from athens to rob boats. The greek islands of argo saronic also known as saronic islands form an archipelago in greece, located and named after the saronic gulf, near athens the most important islands of this group are aegina, agistri, methana, poros, hydra, spetses. The saronic gulf islands are the closest to athens and can be reached in an hour or less by highspeed in the case of aegina and agistri, and are great for daytrips and overnights even in the winter. A great benefit of the saronic sailing area is that the attic athenian coast protects the waters from the full extent of the meltemi, reducing the reach and so allowing flatter. The saronic gulf lies to the north of poros and includes some beautiful. It is immediately accessible from the marinas in athens, it is relatively sheltered from the strong meltemi winds making it a great place for those taking their first sailing steps and it has some great islands to visit all within easy sailing distance. Amidst the blue of the saronic gulf, well protected on its own smaller gulf of epidavros, with the scent from the valleys orange blossoms meeting the sea breeze in its picturesque and friendly port, with pine trees descending its slopes to offer their shade to its beautiful beaches, ancient epidavros, traditional yet modern, both tranquil and. Apr 12, 2016 buy the relevant pilot guide before leaving to get a general impression of your cruising area. Book your perfect vacation rental in saronic gulf islands, greece on flipkey today.
Alimos marina is the largest of the marinas in greece. Heres a list of the chart numbers covering the area. James imray and son published an extensive list of charts and pilot books. Though europes oldest city, it also has a modern sophistication characterised. Eagleray publications online store nautical chart pilot book. Type your name, full adress and email and click the blue button book now. Rod heikells west aegean is a cruising guide to the attic coast, eastern peloponnese, western cyclades and northern sporades. Welcome to our sailing area in the saronic gulf, lying to the north of poros and the south of athens. Epidavros is a historic region of argolida in the eastern side, located at the foot of mountains arachnaio, premium and tithio, where asclepius was born according to mythology. The town is surrounded by vineyards as well as farms producing olive oil, wheat, citrus fruits, tomatoes and potatoes.
The ultimate pilot guides for greece the publications from eagle ray are the most detailed pilot charts available. As with all greek islands, each of the saronics has a unique feel and culture, so you can hop between classical heritage, resort beaches, exquisite architecture and remote escapism. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Bavaria 46 yacht details saronic and corinth flotilla. It is the ideal companion for charterers and flotilla sailors providing not only clear pilotage but also background information on visiting greece, notes on history, food and wine and places to visit on the coast and inland. With three islands in one day and a luxurious vessel to traverse the crystal clear waters of the saronic gulf, this is an unmissable opportunity. Norie and wilson, founded by jw norie, whose nautical tables are still supplied to navigators across the. The area includes major historic sites such as mycenae, hydra idhra and navplion. The islands of hydra and spetses lie at the northeast tip of the peloponnese, between the saronic gulf and the argolic gulf and are also. Greece saronic gulf ormos koiladhia i worlds pilot. Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey and greece. Dhioryga tis korinthou connects the gulf of corinth with the saronic gulf in the aegean sea.
Approaches and marinas of glyfada and agios kosmas. Greece, sea guide is a chartbook and a pilot book that is sold in 4 volumes areas covering all of the greek waters. Bavaria 46 2016 4 cabins 3 heads this new model 4 cabin yacht is ideal for 3 to 4 couples and families, with the spacious cockpit benefiting from twin wheels and bathing deck. Sailing greece yacht charter greece and sailing holidays. For the saronic gulf, the classic pilot and guide is rod and lucinda heikells west aegean imray. Sailing holidays in megara enjoy sailing holidays in greece.
To save yourself money and help pay site costs buy discounted charts and pilot books through our book store alternatively, send me the price of a beer or two. The climate along this coastline is mediterranean in character. This map provides you with useful information that will aid you in planning. Saronic and argolic gulfs map folded map, 1 mar 2010. Five islands to visit when sailing in the saronic gulf. This imray chart covers athens, the argolic gulf, the saronic gulf, poros. A carefree oneday cruise from the capital to three nearby picturesque islands of the saronic gulf. Dec 05, 2014 a yachtsmans guide to the ionian and aegean coasts and islands of greece. Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey and greece and. Those who have braved it seem to agree the odour is greatly overstated and rather a non issue. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The argolic gulf lies due west of poros and tucks up into the peloponnese mainland.
Also you can request more detailed information about the sailingyacht or the charter territory aegean saronic gulf cyclades. Saronic and argolic gulfs revised edition by imray isbn. Saronic gulf pilot chart eagle ray pc1 galanos bros. Greece, sea guide is a chartbook and a pilot book that is sold in 4 volumes areas covering all of 89. Joined 31 jan 2007 messages 235 location gloucestershire uk. Sailpilot concerns all sailing enthusiasts and yachting professionals. Nautical charts and maps of greece and turkey greek waters pilot and sailing maps for your yacht charter vacations. Saronic gulf overlooked by the magnificent acropolis and iconic parthenon temple, athens has an extraordinary amount to offer in the way of history, culture and art. Here are my tips for sailing the saronic islands in greece. The pilot book greece, seaguide the seaguide is a very special book, a handmade product which in a way goes against the current, against a global market that is oriented more and more towards the cheapest. The chart you are viewing is a navigational chart by imray.
Nautical charts online chart imrayg14, saronic and. Its inhabitants and their agriculture occupy mostly the. We found great results, but some are outside saronic gulf islands. Though europes oldest city, it also has a modern sophistication characterised by lively street life, cosmopolitan hotels and swanky bars. Sailing holidays in epidavros enjoy sailing holidays in. Saronic and argolic gulfs, cyclades, crete pilot book. Sailing holidays in megara let explore the sailing holidays area. Does anyone have experience or suggestions of any yards or reliable guardiennage people. The 10 best saronic gulf islands beaches with photos. Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey, greece. Our expert will call you immediately to answer your questions.
Saronic islands greece argo saronic gulf travel guide. Tips for sailing the saronic islands in greece the. Koiladhia island lies at the entrance of the bay both w and e of the island has navigable waters. Greek waters pilot has been painstakingly compiled from the authors own survey work and the latest firsthand information. The long charter season starts as early as march when air temperatures rise above the seawater temperatures. It covers the entire area from the ionian islands to the aegean, rhodes and crete and includes details of over 450 harbours in a single volume. Aigina the island of aigina lies in the middle of saronic gulf and is second in volume to salamina island. These give detail of what to see and do, and the facilities ashore. The saronic gulf saronikos kolpos forms the northern sailing area from. This area includes some beautiful small harbours and coves as well as the worldfamous asklepion and theatre at epidauros. The wind eased and we continued under engine, arriving at ermioni at 6. By 4pm we were in the shelter of hydra, sailing up a beautiful wide channel between the island and the mainland.
Decorative view of the island and the saronic gulf. You can find more about the area in the following pilot books. The argosaronic islands travel guide what to do in the. Sailing in the argolic gulf greek sails sailing holidays. The saronic gulf harbours and anchorages enclosed, well sheltered, and close to the many marinas around athens, the saronic gulf offers easy sailing with excellent yacht support. Wind 1 oceanis clipper 331 hermes yachting, piraeus. We always had imray greek pilot book on our charter boats, but it was for the first time that we have imray charts, portland plotter and divider, handheld bearing compass, etc. Reprinted january 2017 each volume contains all the charts together with navigational information, port and bay plans for the area covered. By lunchtime we were in hydra, the saronic gulfs answer to st tropez, having squeezed into the tiny, packed. Sailing in the saronic gulf greek sails sailing holidays. Sailing holidays in epidavros enjoy sailing holidays in greece. The saronic islands in the gulf have played a pivotal role in the. Nautical charts and maps of greece and turkey greek waters pilot and sailing.
The gulf of athens, known as the saronic gulf, is one of the most popular destinations in the mediterranean for a variety of reasons the weather is pleasant, spectacular views, bays, charming towns, low prices and high accessibility. The 10 best saronic gulf islands tours tripadvisor. The argolic area includes some beautiful unspoilt isolated spots. Book cheap ferry tickets to saronic gulf bookferry. Approaching to ormos koiladhia nisos lpsili and the light structure to the w of the island is conspicuous fl 5s 9m. Books, pilots, nautical charts and maps on turkey and. With its proximity to athens, the saronic gulf area includes the prime yachting waters in greece.
As a chartbook, it contains all the nautical charts needed in order to navigate, enriched with local information on weather, winds, currents and special characteristics of each place. Narrative, books for children, cookery, medical, humour. The organisation of so much detail within the confines of a single volume is an impressive achievement and has been the basis of greek waters pilot s status as the indispensable guide for anyone sailing around greece. We use cookies as a coffee snack and to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. The right hand menu leads to pages describing each region in far more detail. Set sail to discover the real greece the telegraph. Descriptions of sailing destinations in the saronic gulf of greece, in alphabetical order. These destinations have it all saronic gulf explore the saronic gulf islands are scattered around athens and as with all greek islands, they have a unique feel and culture to hop between classical heritage, beaches, exquisite architecture and remote escapism. If youd rather see the full listings on a single page, click here.
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