Methoni
Greece, Peloponnese, Messenia, Methoni
Coastline panorama
Description
Methoni is the site of a large Venetian Castle and has a large natural harbor surrounded by the castle on one side and large sandy beaches on the other. The bay is only exposed to the SE winds. It is a spectacular site. It is believed that Cervantes was imprisoned by the Ottomans in the castle. The town is some distance from the castle and it is spread out.Anchor to the N of of the old quay in 2-5 m depths. The bottom sand and mud, good holding.Danger. Stay clear of the neighborhood of the old quay and its many submerged rocks.
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