 Corfu, Gouvia Marina : Profile
During the summer, Gouvia marina can be used as a Port of Entry. The Officials are located on site, next to the marina office.
The marina is situated in the south east corner of the bay, Ormos Gouvion. The navigation lights have been replaced and a night entry is now possible. It is important to follow the marked channel carefully as there are extensive shallows on each side of it. This marina has been/is being substantially expanded. The 2nd phase is due to be completed in autumn 2007, bringing to total number of berths to 1200.
Moor stern/bows-to where directed by the berthing master and report to the office. Moorings are connected to the quay and a yacht's own anchor should not be used. In places where this is missing (as some of them are!), moor in the usual Mediterranean fashion.
Shelter varies according to position within the marina. Berths on the west side and those to the east of the central pier are less comfortable in strong north easterlies. Be aware that silting has reduced the original dredged depth by half in some places.
A new marina seems to be being build at Benitsa, 5NM south of Corfu. Moorings and quays are ready (2006) but not the services and facilities.
It is possible to anchor NE of the marina, off two hotels, in about 7-14m. It is sheltered in all winds except from the SE.
Corfu Harbour (Limin Kerkira) - Beware of sea-level ledge jutting southwards
from north breakwater wall.
Corfu Kontokali (Gouvia) Marina
P.O. BOX 60-49083 Tzavros, 49100 Corfu, Greece
Tel:+30 26610 91900, 26610 91376, Fax:+30 26610 91829, VHF Channel 69
gouvia@medmarinas.com
1200 berhs/300 places ashore - Min. depth 3m. Toilet/shower blocks, water and electricity to all berths. Drinking water is available from the special hydrants that work with cards available from the Reception Office. 65 ton travel hoist, 2 cranes.
Laundry, medical centre, mini-market, swimming pool, chandlers and restaurant.
For repairs, contact the boatyard manager. Regular bus service into Corfu town.
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