 Siros : Profile
Siros is a fairly rugged, barren island. The north is largely uninhabited, while the south is more populated. The Port Siros (Ermoupolis) is midway down the eastern coast and is a busy, interesting town.
The western coast offers several small ports/anchorages but only Finikas has anything more than tavernas and some basic provisions, and maybe, water.
Position 37°31'N, 24°53'E.
All the required authorities are based in this port of Ermoupolis (Port Siros).
It is prohibited to anchor in the area between the small island of Aspro and Siros.
Port Authority
Tel:+30 (0) 22810 82633 / 28888, VHF Channel 12
In Port Siros, moor on the north or west side of the harbour. When approaching, keep to the east to avoid the commercial activity close to the entrance. The bottom is mud and the holding, good.
Excellent shelter from northerly winds, but southerlies can cause an unpleasant swell, and strong winds from this direction can make the quay a dangerous place for yachts.
The marina, in the south of the bay, offers good protection but is some way from the town.
Finikas is a more peaceful harbour than Ermoupolis with good shelter. Moor bow/stern-to off the quay or anchor off the pier. Can get crowded at weekends as it is a charter base.
Local weather (in English) on VHF channel 04 at 0600/1000/1600 & 2200 UTC
Last updated August 2009.
Siros Marina & Atlas Boat Yard
Iroon Polytechniou, 84100 Syros. Greece
Tel:+30 22810 85803 & 86070, Fax:+30 22810 85803, VHF Channel 12
Water, electricity, toilets, showers, laundry available locally. Fuel available on site. Provisions. Boatyard with
12 ton crane - 50 ton slipway. On site repair facilities available (Electronic and refrigeration off site).
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