Sailing in Kefalonia waters is a marvelous experience. As you proceed down Ithaca Channel, with Ithaca close off the port beam, the mountains soaring from the interior of Kefalonia block out the west, towering more than one statute mile high at Mt. Ainos (elevation 5,308 feet). At 546 square miles in area, Kefalonia is the largest of the seven main Ionian Islands, with approximately 365 villages and towns sprinkled like jewels along the coast and inland. In 1953, a massive earthquake struck the area, destroying many of Kefalonia’s historic buildings, but some survived. The picturesque village of Fiscardo, a beautiful harbor at the northeast tip of the island, escaped most of the damage. Tavernas, nightclubs, boutiques, museums, fortresses, monasteries, beaches, hiking trails, and many other attractions await you. Kefalonia sailing is varied and exciting.
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No moorings are available. Anchorages are available at Fiscardo on the northeast coast of Kefalonia. The entire area has snug and secluded coves where you can enjoy the beauty and solitude south from Fiscardo. Farther south on the east coast are Efimia, Sami, and Poros. On the southwest coast is a large bay, where you’ll find Argostoli, the island’s capital. On the northwest coast of Kefalonia Island you’ll find the picturesque town and anchorage at Assos.
Dinghy dockage: No dinghy dockage is available.
Fiscardo is one of the prettiest little seaports in the Ionian Islands, well worth visiting for its shops and tavernas. At Assos, a tiny extension of Kefalonia connected only by a narrow isthmus, you’ll find a serene and beautiful village. Going ashore to sample the local fare and climb the hill to explore the Venetian fortress is a pleasant way to spend an afternoon. The fort was built in the 1590s and offers some splendid views of the coast and nearby Ithaca. Near the village of Efimia, on the slopes of the second highest mountain on Kefalonia, is the Monastery of Our Lady Themata. Built in the 1000s, it’s a good example of the monasteries that are so common in the Greek isles. The Archaeological Museum in Argostoli is fascinating, with exhibits dating back to prehistoric times. Also in Argostoli is the Korgialenio Historical and Folk Museum, which will give you further insights into the rich and diverse culture of the Ionian Islands.
Dockage, fuel, and water are available.
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