Chios Greece Anchorages:
Discover Secluded Bays

Find your perfect anchorage in Chios Island! Discover sheltered bays with
calm waters & beautiful beaches.

Chios Island Anchorages: Sheltered Bays for Sailors

Imagine sailing through the sparkling waters of the Aegean, the scent of mastic resin filling the air, and discovering a hidden cove where turquoise waters meet golden sands. This is Chios, a Greek island that beckons sailors with its breathtaking coastline, sheltered anchorages, and captivating charm.
From the moment you set sail, Chios unveils its treasures: rugged cliffs guarding hidden coves, charming harbours teeming with life, and pristine beaches bathed in the warm Aegean sun. This island, steeped in history and tradition, invites you to explore its every corner, from the bustling port of Chios Town to the serene mastic villages nestled in the hills.
This page is your guide to navigating the island’s waters, uncovering its best-kept secrets, and experiencing the joy of sailing amidst the unparalleled beauty of Chios.

Let Chios be your next sailing adventure. Set your sails and discover the island’s hidden treasures, where history meets nature, and the Aegean Sea whispers tales of ancient myths and modern-day magic.

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Paralia Agia Markella

  • 38°28'45.3"N 25°53'05.5"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This anchorage boasts a beautiful, all-sand bottom, perfect for anchoring. Enjoy a relaxing stroll on the nearby pebble beach, and don’t miss the chance to indulge in a delicious meal at the area’s best beach restaurant.

Limnos Beach

  • 38°28'19.8"N 25°54'33.2"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This anchorage offers a winning combination of easy access, comfort, and an exceptional, uncrowded beach. It’s hard to beat for a relaxing day at anchor. We found excellent holding in 3.5 meters. While daytime anchoring is sensational, overnight stays require a bit more effort due to its exposure. We experienced NNW and NW winds up to 35 knots with minimal stress.

Limia Marina

Marina
This is what sailors experienced: This is a lovely, deserted port with free water and electricity, making it a very welcoming and clean spot. There are a few friendly tavernas nearby to enjoy a delicious meal.

Paralia Elinta

  • 38°23'26.5"N 25°59'24.1"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: The rest of the beach slopes significantly deeper, with the anchor here set at 7 meters. It’s important to note that there is also seaweed present in other areas of the beach.

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Trachili Beach

  • 38°21'52.8"N 25°59'29.3"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This anchorage offers a peaceful setting with a beautiful beach. You’ll find a sandy bottom starting at 13 meters, providing good holding. While we won’t comment on the level of shelter due to the unpredictable nature of squalls, we believe it offers protection from winds primarily from E-SE.

Lithi Harbour

  • 38°20'31.7"N 25°59'25.9"E
  • Draought: About 3.3m
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: We opted to moor alongside the head of the south pier, directly under the red entrance light, to weather the predicted SE wind. However, the SE wind is blowing down the hill much stronger than anticipated. Despite using mooring lines and springs, the gusts exceeding 40 knots make us feel uneasy, although we remain safe.

Vrachonisida Agiou Sostis

  • 38°18'41.8"N 25°57'27.7"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: We anchored in 5 meters with 35 meters of chain and found excellent holding. It’s a lovely spot. While a north wind brings in swell, it is lessened here. I tried anchoring in the south cove of the island, but it didn’t hold well. However, the anchoring between the two islands proved successful.

Vrachonisida Agiou Stefanos

  • 38°18'42.5"N 25°57'52.0"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: We anchored in 7-10 meters on a bottom of sand and kelp, finding good holding. The water is incredibly clear, and the close proximity to the Chios coast, south of the bay, has significantly calmed the sea, making it remarkably flat.

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Paralia Potami

  • 38°17'38.5"N 25°57'12.9"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: Anchoring here can be a bit tricky, but once you’re settled, it’s perfect. The water is crystal clear and incredibly calm. Once our anchor was set, the compact sand held firmly.

Didima Beach

  • 38°17'39.9"N 25°56'24.3"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This is a pleasant and solitary anchorage. It’s perfect. The water is crystal clear and calm.

Mesta Port

Port / Quay
This is what sailors experienced: This quay is very high, making it suitable for medium-sized fishing boats. However, it suffers from almost constant backwash, particularly from the northwest and north, making it less than ideal for a peaceful stay.

Apothyka Beach

  • 38°14'35.1"N 25°52'57.9"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Rocks
Anchorage

This is what sailors experienced:
This bay is a beautiful and almost deserted paradise. While there’s a tiny harbour for local fishermen, you can still land your dinghy comfortably (be aware of the shallow water at the entrance). When choosing a spot to anchor, opt for a sandy area (found at around 8 meters deep) and steer clear of the rocky bottom that extends from 5-6 meters down to the beach.

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Paralia Avlonia

  • 38°13'22.5"N 25°53'35.5"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This spot offers excellent sandy ground for anchoring. During the summer months, you can enjoy the nearby beach and possibly a bar. However, be aware of limited network coverage. The surrounding landscape is breathtakingly beautiful.

Trachilia Bay

  • 38°13'17.0"N 25°54'21.7"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This is a fantastic anchorage with crystal-clear waters, a sandy bottom, and exceptional shelter from the Meltemi wind. There is no swell, and gusts are minimal. However, be sure to allow plenty of swinging room as the wind can swirl unexpectedly, causing you to shift direction.

Salagona Beach

  • 38°13'16.9"N 25°54'46.0"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This is a pleasant and quiet bay with space for several boats. We found this most northeastern bay preferable because it offered protection from gusts coming from the mountains due to a moderate west wind. We anchored in 6.5 meters of sand.

Agia Dynami Beach

  • 38°12'50.4"N 25°54'42.9"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This anchorage offers good protection from swell following a SE wind. It features a sandy bottom and turquoise water, making it visually appealing. Be cautious of a floating pipe located to the NE of the anchorage. It appears to be disconnected and harmless, but it’s worth noting.

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Paralia Fana

  • 38°12'22.9"N 25°55'33.5"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This is a lovely bay with a beautiful sandy beach at its end. While it’s narrow, you have plenty of room to swing (over 150m). You can enter quite deep, until the bottom reaches around 5-6 meters, and find a good spot on the sand with excellent holding. It’s well-protected, even during Meltemi winds.

Pirgousiki Avlonia Beach

  • 38°09'50.2"N 25°59'37.3"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This bay is charming, but it experiences swell throughout the day and night. We anchored in 6 meters with a stern line and found good holding on the sandy bottom. The water was crystal clear, but quite cold. We spent two nights here, and while the location is well-protected from northern winds, remote, and peaceful, we were eager to move on to a bay with less rolling.

Broulidia Beach

  • 38°09'19.6"N 26°00'29.4"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage

This is what sailors experienced:
This is a fantastic anchorage. We were the only ones here, but there’s plenty of room for more boats. However, be aware that the charts are inaccurate regarding the depth. Chart indicated 1 meter, but we were actually in 7 meters.

Emporios Beach

  • 38°11'15.4"N 26°01'48.6"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: This bay is ideal for an overnight stay and a refreshing swim. It’s well-protected from all sides except the east, and there’s room for about three boats. Just be mindful of an old sunken anchor and chain located roughly in the middle of the bay.

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Komi Beach

  • 38°11'57.5"N 26°02'42.0"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand
Anchorage
This is what sailors experienced: We’re anchored 250 meters from the beach in 6 meters of water, on a vast expanse of sand. It’s a lovely and safe spot, especially with winds from the NW or W, as we’re experiencing now.

Katarraktis Anchorage

  • 38°15'51.7"N 26°06'15.1"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Rocks / Seagrass
Anchorage

This is what sailors experienced:
We anchored directly behind the harbour in 7 meters of water, on a mix of sand and stone, using 40 meters of chain. We were about 100 meters from the Stadzstrand. The challenge here is the constantly shifting winds, so it’s important to ensure your anchor is well set and you have ample chain to accommodate the changes.

Paralia Megas Limnionas

  • 38°17'56.7"N 26°08'36.5"E
  • Seabed Type: Sand / Seagrass
Anchorage

This is what sailors experienced:
We anchored directly behind the harbour in 7m of water, on a mix of sand and stone, using 40m of chain. We were about 100m from the Stadzstrand. The challenge here is the constantly shifting winds, so it’s important to ensure your anchor is well set and you have ample chain to accommodate the changes.

Port Saint Hermione

Port
This is what sailors experienced: Perfect picturesque port!
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