Ayios Nikolaos - Pets

Description:

Ayios Nikolaos is located on the north-east coast of Crete, east of the island's capital Heraklion and a 45 minute drive from the Island's International Airport. It is a popular tourist resort, but still has a delightful old town.

Many yachts choose to winter here as there is a good boatyard and shore facilities and often winds are calmer during the winter months than they are in the summer. For cruisers reports on wintering here, see this report.

Entrance Notes and Cautions:

• The town can be seen from the north and east by a conspicuous white church on the summit of Nisis Ay Pantes and prominent buildings.
• Yachts should go directly to the marina and avoid the main harbour. Take care, as the marina entrance does have a tendency to silt up. Normally there is a depth of at least four meters (13 ft), but if in any doubt, call the marina on VHF Channel 72 for assistance.
• This is a port of entry. If you require a Transit Log, the authorities in Agios Nikalaos insist it is applied for online, before arrival, or you will be fined 300 Euros.
• Agios Nikalaos authorities are reported by cruisers to be unhelpful, suspicious and rather surly. Some have suggested that they seem to be looking for any opportunity to levy a fine.

Position:  

35° 11.11'N, 25° 42.96'E (marina entrance)