Mykonos

1. Mikonos (Mykonos) pilot boarding Pilot boards37°28.0′N 025°17.9′E

Size limits

Draught 10.3m.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.3m.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

The approach to Mykonos leads between Akra Ayios Yeoryios (37°26.5'N 025°18.4'E) and Akra Tourlos 2.0nm N, passing: N of Vrakhonisidha Kavouronisi (0.4nm NW of Akra Ayios Yeoryios) which should be given a wide berth in order to avoid Vrakhos Kavouras and depths of less than 5.0m extending for as much as 150m N of the islet. Then, N of Nisidha Ayios Yeoryious, an islet close N of Akra Ayios Yeoryious.

Port limits

The port limits are defined by the parallel of 37°27.0'N and the meridian of 025°20.0'E.

Anchorages

Anchorage is available in Tourlos, San Stefano and Korfos Bay, near Mykonos harbour, anchorage in the harbour is strictly forbidden.

Mikonos roads afford anchorage for vessels of all sizes in depths of more than 20.0m off the town. The bottom consists of sand, mud and weed. The anchorage is open W and is exposed to the Etesian winds.

It is recommended to approach Mykonos anchorage on the axis of the fairway and to anchor in depths from 22.0-24.0m, sand.

Caution: Submarine pipelines extending 120m WNW from a power station on the E shore of the bay. A buoy (special) marks the offshore ends of the pipelines. Rocky islets and rocks lying off the W side of the bay (0.3nm WSW of the power station).

Restrictions

Docking for yachts in the old port not permitted, the marina in Tourlos to be used.

Charts and publications

BA 1538. Admiralty Pilot NP48, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Notice of ETA should be sent 5 hours prior to arrival via VHF Ch 12.

Communications

Radio: Olympia Radio ("SVA") receives distress or urgent messages and public communication (working channel). Watch frequencies VHF/FM, 2182kHz and HF/D.S.C as follows:

MF 2187.5kHz.

HF 4207.5kHz, 6312kHz, 8414.5kHz, 12577kHz, 16804.5kHz.

Heraklio, Limnos and Corfu Radio for general watch calling frequencies.

The stations work throughout 24 hours.

Inmarsat communication is possible.

VHF: Ch 12.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered to the Port Authority when approaching 1nm from Mykonos port.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowances: Each officer and crew member is allowed 1 bottle of spirits and 1 carton of cigarettes each.

Immigration: Immigration authorities issue crew passes. For EU nationals there are no Immigration procedures.

Crew being repatriated to non European countries must have a ticket which the agent must show to the authorities, agent's guarantees are requested by various authorities.

Notices and regulations

Berthing and anchoring allowed only after permission by the Port Authority.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Merchant Marine.

Address: 1 K. Paleologou Street, 185 35 Piraeus, Greece.

Tel: +30 210 419 1911/43.

Fax: +30 210 419 1901.

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

There are repair facilities for yachts only.

Dry docks

Available at old port.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available (small quantities only).

Bunkering: Diesel available.

Medical

Mykonian Hygeia Medical Centre, 1.7km

Transport

Nearest airport: Mykonos Island National Airport located at Mykonos, 3.6km.

Airport facilities: Domestic and charter flights only.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Mykonos is the principal port of Mykonos island, one of the Greek islands in the central Aegean.

The port

There are two harbours for passenger vessels. Mykonos, the old port, is a small artificial harbour fronting the N side of the town of Mykonos. The harbour is protected from the W by a S'ly breakwater. Smaller ferries, coasters and fishing craft use this port. The new port of Tourlos is located 1nm N of Mykonos with anchorages and docking for large passenger/cruise vessels, fast ferries and yachts. Imports consist of cereals, olives and general goods. Exports consist of meat, wheat, vegetables, cheese, mineral ores and textiles.

Where does the pilot board at Mykonos?

The pilot boards at Mikonos (Mykonos) pilot boarding, 37°28.0′N 025°17.9′E.

What time zone is Mykonos in?

Local time at Mykonos is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Mykonos?

1025.

Which load line zone is Mykonos in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Mykonos?

Port State Control at Mykonos: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Mykonos?

The UN/LOCODE of Mykonos is GRJMK.

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