Agios Nikolaos Small Port
Exploring Zakynthos Sailing Holidays area
Sailing Tip
The small harbor is used for mooring by yachts and ferries which connect it to Pesáda bay, in KefallinÃa (Kefalloniá) island. The small harbor is entered through a narrow passage 90 m wide, which is formed between the rocks off the NW shores of rocky islet Skinári and the opposite shore. A harbor office operates in the area.
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Scale: 1:50.000
Edition: June 2013
It is the first ever tourist GIS map of Zakynthos, made with the WGS 84 geodesic system, based and produced on 100% on-the-field research with GPS providing accuracy of less than a meter!
For the first time the island’s entire coastline is mapped.
Navigational Aids
Harbor Zakýnthou is artificial, with trapezium-like shape and dimensions of 850×500 m. Its entrance is open to the SSA, has a width of 190 m, and depths along the entrance axis of about 7 m.
Bavaria 40 Economy
Zakynthos Marina is situated immediately south of the Zakynthos main harbour. Its entrance faces SE, has a width of about 40 m and depths of 4.
This church of Saint Dionysius is the biggest in the city and it is dedicated to the protector of the island. It was built in 1948 and it resisted the earthquake in 1953.
Laganas is the biggest resort on Zakynthos for nightlife and clubbing. The bars and clubs play various kinds of music from trance and dance music to RnB and hip-hop.
The area of Laganas is the most famous place on the island. Sandy beach with a length of about 9 km, is one of the longest beaches in Greece.
At the end of the village of Kalligata Livathos, a red sand beach is divided in two by striking a rock. The water is relatively shallow and is ideal for children.
Navagio (shipwreck) is one of the most famous beaches in the world, in many books and magazines is described as the best attraction of the island. The beach is accessible only by boat.
Katelios is a lovely beach and one of the most picturesque villafes of Kefalonia that lies 30 km away from Argostoli, the main town between Skala and Lourda. The area is known for its peaceful atmosphere, ideal for a family vacation.
Kaminia is a sandy beach located 34 km south of Argostoli, the beautiful capital of Kefalonia and close to Skala village. It is one of the longest beaches of Kefalonia with crystalline waters, an ideal spot for a silent and relaxed day under the warm sun.
The beach is Makris Gialos quiet beach with crystal clear waters. Small caves stretching from the beach, ideal for those who like exploring.
The beach of Alykes is on the north side of the island and is one of the best beaches on the island. It is organized and ideal for families as it consists of sand and shallower waters.
The beach of Alykanas is the extension of the beach of Alykes, covered by sand and clear waters. Even the beach there are many water sports.
Amoudi beach is very close to the beaches of Alykes and Alykanas. It is a sandy beach with crystal clear waters suitable for snorkelling with a wide variety of fish to see.
Agios Sostis beach is a small but well-organized beach. It is in a short distance from the beach of Laganas.
Drosia beach is a beach covered with small gravel and is close to Alykes. On the beach you will find taverns.
Limnionas is an unspoiled place of great natural beauty. The beach has no sand, there are many large rocks that have free space.
Porto Koukla is an unspoilt beach, perfect for anyone seeking a relaxing and tranquil atmosphere. Its name means doll in Greek and it is used to imply that someone /something is beautiful.
The Kryoneri Beach is located near the town of Zakynthos. It is a beach covered with small stones, the waters are calm and safe for children.
Porto Roxa Limnionas is next to the village of Agios Leontas. It is a small bay with crystal clear waters, wonderful place for swimming.
The beach at Tsilivi is a long sandy beach with safe shallow waters. It is organized with water sports.
Xygkia beach is a scenic beach on the island unique. The water contains a large proportion of sulfur on the beach giving a distinctive flavor.
They are also known as the blue caves of Volimes, the village where they are located.The biggest cave is called Kianoun.
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