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Nauplia
Pilot
updated May 2010Not compulsory, but advisable if first visit. Local pilot available by arrangement
Key data
updated Aug 2018Size limits
Draught 5.5m, 6,500DWT.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
Summer.
Tides
Range 0.3m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nauplia Terminal | 5.50 m | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Aug 2018Approach
From position 37°34.0'N 022°47.3'E the fairway leads ENE passing (with positions given from the head of the mole (37°34.1'N 022°47.6'E)):
NNW of the head of the mole. A light (column with gallery on hexagonal hut, green band) is exhibited on the head, and SSE of a lightbuoy (port hand) (0.05nm N) marking the N side of the fairway, then NNW of the head of the pier (0.17nm ENE) and SSE of a buoy (port hand) (0.2nm NE) marking the edge of shallow water in the N part of the harbour. The depth in the entrance fairway is up to 7.0m.
Anchorages
Outer anchorage: The anchorage lies between NW and W of Akra Panayitsa, approx 6.0nm in depths of 10.0 to 14.0m and the bottom consists of mud or sand. The anchorage is exposed to both S and N winds, but the holding ground is good and vessels ride safely at all times of year although cargo working is sometimes interrupted. Winds from S raise a considerable sea and make boatwork difficult.
Mooring
Berthing and unberthing permitted throughout 24 hours, except for dangerous cargoes.
Charts and publications
BA 1683, 1031. Admiralty Pilot NP48, NP286(3).
Inspections
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
Port services
updated Aug 2018Repairs
Minor repairs and divers are available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Medical
General Hospital of Nafplio, 1km.
Crew change
Available.
Transport
Nearest airport: Athens.
Working hours
Normally 0800-1200hrs/1330-1730hrs (Oct 16-Apr 15), 0800-1200hrs/1400-1800hrs (Apr 16-Oct 15).
About Nauplia
updated Aug 2018Where it is
Nauplia, or Navplio, is on the SE coast of Greece facing the Gulf of Nauplia.
The port
The port comprises an artificial harbour, handles general cargo and passengers.
Questions about Nauplia
What are the pilot arrangements at Nauplia?
Not compulsory, but advisable if first visit.
What time zone is Nauplia in?
Local time at Nauplia is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.
What is the maximum draft at Nauplia?
The deepest berth listed is at Nauplia Terminal: 5.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Nauplia?
1025.
Which load line zone is Nauplia in?
Summer.
Who carries out Port State Control at Nauplia?
Port State Control at Nauplia: Paris MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Nauplia?
The UN/LOCODE of Nauplia is GRNAF.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Nauplia say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.