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Patras to Korinth Brief Guide

TrizoniaTrizonia is a pretty little island settlement with no vehicles benefiting from a fine even if yet

unfinished marina. The anchorage has several spots with Poor Holding, so getting a spot in

the marina is advisable.

The approach to Trizonia is either from SE, between it

and the smaller islet of Ay, Ioannis, or from NW

between it and the mainland. There are no hazards in

the approach from SE, but note that a reef extends in

parts for 200-300 metres from the N and NE shores of

the island and a very wide approach is necessary to

avoid it. Once into the bay on the E side of the island,

the marina is entered from SW between the two longprotective breakwaters. Depths in the entrance to the bay are 9.0 10.0 metres and in the

marina entrance 5.0 6.0 metres. Shelter in the bay is very good from all directions,

although E winds send in a chop. Shelter in the marina is excellent.

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Galaxidhi

An alternative stop-over which is highly

recommended is Galaxidi. A beautiful

Coastal little town, with a long history of

shipping and shipbuilding and hosts a good

nautical museum, but today it is the upscale

picturesque haunt of well-heeled Athenians

and visiting yachtsmen. The quays here have

recently been refurbished, making Galaxidhi

one of the most yacht-friendly harbours in

the gulf. It is also a handy place to leave your

boat for a visit to the ancient site of Delphi.

Shelter is good under most conditions,

although strong NE winds send in a

moderate swell. The maritime museum is

quite nice as well.

You may berth either alongside or stern-to

the jetty. Do not head towards the inner side

of the Port even if it seems deep enough.

There are considerable changes of the water

level throughout the day!

! DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CROSS INSIDE

Apsiphia Isl. even if you see others do it !

recommended course by day: steer course

328deg, towards W coast of Ag.Georgios Isl. When the light of Apsiphia Isl. is visible on

bearing 20deg, turn to port and steer on 311deg in order to pass between Vr.Petalo (short,

60cm rock) and Georgios Isl. Finally, take course 226deg, aiming at the dome of the church

of Ag.Nikolaos or by keeping astern the visible part of Panagia Isl on 046deg.

recommended course by night: stay inside the green sector of the Itea Light on course

000deg, round AgDimitrios Isl by 400m. When the light at Apsiphia Isl is visible on 224deg,

turn to port and sail 270deg until the Galaxidi Harbour can be seen on 217deg.

BE EXTRA VIGILANT OF THE REEFS!!!

Dinning:

- Maritsas Barco Greek Mamas food- Skeletovraxos Ouzo & Meze

- Kali Kardia @ Aghioi Pantes Taverna, preferred by the locals for her Pies

Also, pay a visit for your morning coffee at Themistoklis Coffee Shop; there since 1814.

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Corinth Canal

A 6hrs / 3hrs / 1hrs notice on your arrival is advisable. Advise Control Tower at VHF Ch 11 ortel: +30 27410 30880 the following:

- Name

- Registry

- Port of Origin

- Port of Destination

Velocity required by canal is 7knots but a bit less (5~6knots) is tolerated for smaller vessels.

While transiting the canal you MUST stay in contact with the controller via VHF channel 11 In

general the passage through the canal is uneventful if you maintain enough speed to have

complete control of your yacht but resist the urging of the control operator to speed up.

Remember that they are used to large ships and not small yachts.

While transiting try to stay well behind any large ship ahead of you to avoid losing control

because of the turbulence.

The payment is done at Isthmia (East Side). For this purpose go alongside the South pier.

Warning: There is a current in the canal which can reach 3 knots (although 1.0 1.5 is more

usual). Its direction can be either way, depending on the state of the tides.

West Access (Korinthian) East Access (Saronic)

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West Entrance

East Entrance