09-Jul-23 Katakolo, Peloponnisos 13:40 37:39.204N 21:19.630E
9 July 06:00 Up early, depart Port Polis for Katakolon, Peloponnisos. Water maker on. Under motor, negligible wind. 9 Jul 13:40 Anchored at Katakolo Boulber, Peloponnisos. A cruise ship in the port. Long run under motor (51NM) in almost mill pond conditions. Made water and filled up tanks enroute. After a swim
and stern shower, we took the dinghy ashore, hired a car and drove up the world heritage archaeological site of Olympia, dating back several centuries BC. A significant site, well worth the trip, well presented and preserved. We returned, dropped off the car
around 18:30, had a drink and dinner at one the numerous quay tavernas. Very calm conditions on way to the Peloponnisos Approach into Katokolo, cruise ship in dock Smart car for trip up to Olympia Olympia archaeological site The stadium, 195m sprint track Olympia museum
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