Port Heraklion (Heraklion) Heraklion - Crete - Greece Town_pier in Heraklion, Crete

Port Heraklion is a town pier in Heraklion, Heraklion, Crete, Greece, located at coordinates 35°20'36'' N, 25°8'17'' E. The historic Venetian harbor of Heraklion still serves two purposes: fishing boats use it as an anchorage point, and it functions as a marina for sailing vessels and yachts. This is Crete's capital and largest city, offering comprehensive port facilities within a UNESCO World Heritage historic setting. Berthing and Facilities: In the VENETIAN PORT VERY LITTLE SPACE. Out of the marina, in front of PORT POLICE there are places for 8-10 BOATS. QUITE BUSY during HIGH SEASON, so space can be LIMITED. After addition of a FLOATING WHARF for yachts, more vessels can now be accommodated. FISHING BOAT BERTHS on western side along fortified quay. Berths for PRIVATE LEISURE CRAFT and YACHTS UP TO 20 METERS LONG on opposite side in THREE FLOATING DOCKS, along southern pier and western side of harbor's fortified (Minor Koulé) entrance quay. LARGER PRIVATE YACHTS berth on eastern side of harbor's fortified quay. Berthing capacity: 10 yachts, max length 20m, max draft 3m. Heraklion Marina is home to the HERAKLION SAILING AND YACHT CLUBS, where FREQUENT RACES ARE HELD. Well-organised establishment offering: PARKING FACILITIES, SECURITY SERVICES, cafe, water and electricity, FUEL, and SLIPWAY. Most sections equipped to supply DRINKING WATER and ELECTRICAL POWER. Also: slipways, parking areas, storage space, and YACHT REPAIR FACILITY in Quay V. Excellent facilities: ATM, car rental, electricity, gas station, market, medical aid, VHF channel 16, restaurants, service station, water, weather info. Because the marina is RIGHT IN THE HEART OF HERAKLION, it is JUST A FEW MINUTES' WALK from CITY CENTER and MARKET - major advantage. Phone: +30 281 033 8000. Email: info@portheraklion.gr. Website: portheraklion.gr/index.php/en/. This is one of Crete's premier ports with full services and direct access to Heraklion's archaeological treasures including the famous Knossos Palace.