Description:
An interesting port, approached by a long canal (3km), set amid shallow salt marshes on the northern shore of the Gulf of Patras. Famous in Greek history due to its heroic fight for the country's independence in the 19th century. Lord Byron, the poet, supported this struggle and is buried here. It is a thriving Greek working town with few tourists.
The town is an interesting place to visit with very welcoming locals. They have a unique national festival in April as well as the “No" Day on October 28th.
Messolonghi Marina and Boatyard is undergoing phased expansion during 2024/25.
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Approach
Keep to the middle of the canal to avoid the shallows to the east. It is dredged to six meters (19.6 ft) if one keeps to the centre. It's important to keep between the buoys coming in from seaward.
Winds can be flukey in this port, so watch out for sudden gusts.
Position:
38°19.57' N, 21°24.93' E (canal entrance)
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