Full Description & Details
Ipsos is a small marina on Corfu's east coast, located in the Kato Agios Markos area within the Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands. It sits close to a beach strip, with easy trips to Corfu Town for the old fort and the Liston arcades. The seafront is best later in the day, and nearby Barbati and the coastal road offer short viewpoint stops and calm evening walks.
The harbour offers depths of 2 to 3 metres in the entrance and 2 to 2.5 metres in front of the east breakwater. The quay at the far end of the port is shallow, less than 1 metre, and is occupied by local boats. Protection is good from west to northwest winds, but the harbour is open from the north to northeast. Overnight stays are permitted.
Facilities at Ipsos are limited. There is no data on fuel, water, or shore power, and the marina does not list a VHF channel. The harbour is a natural one, with a breakwater providing some shelter. For more comprehensive services, sailors often look to Marina Gouvia, which is about 2.7 nautical miles to the south and offers a full range of amenities.
Safety at Ipsos depends on wind direction. The open northern and northeastern exposure means a north wind can make the harbour uncomfortable or untenable. The best conditions are with west to northwest winds, which the breakwater shelters against. The shallow inner quay is best avoided except for local craft. There are no reported restrictions on entry, but the limited depth of 2 to 3 metres in the entrance should be considered for deeper draft vessels.
How to get there
Approach Ipsos from the sea, noting the harbour is open from the north to northeast. The entrance has depths of 2 to 3 metres, with 2 to 2.5 metres in front of the east breakwater. There is no VHF channel listed for the marina, so contact by radio is not possible. Watch for local boats occupying the shallow inner quay, which is less than 1 metre deep.
Ipsos is on Corfu's east coast, close to a beach strip and easy trips to Corfu Town. The nearest airport is Corfu International Airport, about 10 kilometres away. The marina is accessible by road from the coastal highway, and the town of Ipsos is within walking distance. There are no formalities mentioned for visiting yachts, but the marina is a natural harbour with limited services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the depth at Ipsos marina?
The entrance at Ipsos has depths of 2 to 3 metres, and 2 to 2.5 metres in front of the east breakwater. The inner quay is shallow, less than 1 metre, and is used by local boats.
Is overnight anchoring allowed at Ipsos?
Yes, overnight stays are permitted at Ipsos.
What wind protection does Ipsos offer?
Ipsos is protected from west to northwest winds, but it is open from the north to northeast, so those directions can bring uncomfortable conditions.
Does Ipsos marina have fuel or VHF services?
There is no data on fuel or VHF services at Ipsos. For fuel and water, sailors often go to Marina Gouvia, about 2.7 nautical miles south.
What is the maximum draft for entering Ipsos?
The maximum draft for entering Ipsos is about 3 metres, based on the entrance depths of 2 to 3 metres.
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