Anchorage· Andros· Greece — Cyclades
Achla Bay Anchorage (Andros)
37° 53.7′ N · 24° 57.1′ E
The anchorage under Cape Gria lighthouse off Achla, a beach of fine sand and white pebbles where a plane-shaded stream valley meets the sea.
Practical
Solid holding in sand (SailingIssues). On the battered NE coast, so it is exposed to the meltemi and best in calm or westerly weather. The beach is frequented by nudists. There is a small ferry landing (boat taxis come from Chora). Pin is the SailingIssues anchorage marker.
Best for
The best beach on Andros, reached by boat
Season
Calm or westerly weather
Nearby
- Achla Beach (Andros)0.1 NM away
- Agios Nikolaos Monastery (Andros)1.9 NM away
- Platanistos Snorkel (Andros)2.2 NM away
- Gialia Beaches (Stenies, Andros)2.7 NM away
- Rozou / Platanistos Bay (Andros)2.9 NM away
- Chora Andros Harbour3 NM away
- Nautical Club Restaurant (Chora Harbour, Andros)3.2 NM away
- Tourlitis Lighthouse (Andros)3.2 NM away