Kolona Bay, anchorage in Μέριχας, Greece
Kolona Bay, anchorage in Μέριχας, Greece — photo 2
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Kolona Bay

✨ Hidden gem

Όρμος Κολώνα is one of those double-sided anchorages that actually delivers — a narrow isthmus separates two bays, so you can pick whichever side offers the best shelter depending on the wind. The setting is quietly dramatic, with the ruined Hellenistic tower of Kolona rising on the headland above you. Drop the hook here and you're also within easy reach of Mérichas, the island's main port, just a short walk or dinghy ride away for provisions and tavernas.

Based on AIS data

quiet → busy

Popular Times

Boats arriving and leaving, by local hour — the hours the quay is actually working.

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  • Busiest around 14:00 — boats coming and going
  • Half the boats that stop here have arrived by 13:00
  • 60% of visits are overnight
  • Typical stay: ~13h
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Plan a Passage

Popular

24 legs boats have actually been recorded sailing.

How busy is it?

typically 8th busiest of 12 nearby spots across the year

SepPacked
OctModerate
NovVery quiet
DecVery quiet
JanVery quiet
FebVery quiet
MarVery quiet
AprVery quiet
MayQuiet
JunQuiet
JulPacked
AugPacked
Very quiet
Quiet
Moderate
Busy
Packed
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