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Port Overview
Agia Roumeli (GRROU) is a unique maritime location situated on the southwestern coast of Crete, Greece, positioned within the dramatic landscape of the Chania region. While primarily serving as a small-scale maritime access point, the port plays a critical role in supporting local maritime activities, tourism, and regional transportation in this environmentally sensitive area. Located at the terminus of the famous Samaria Gorge, the port serves as a crucial interface between maritime operations and the natural ecosystem of southwestern Crete.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Coordinates: 35.2286°N, 23.9605°E
The port is strategically positioned along the Libyan Sea, offering a distinctive maritime approach characterized by rugged coastal terrain and limited infrastructure. Access is challenging due to the surrounding mountainous landscape, with navigation requiring specialized local knowledge. The port’s approach is influenced by the complex coastal topography of southwestern Crete, featuring narrow access channels and limited maneuvering space.
Climate characteristics include:
– Mediterranean maritime conditions
– Potential strong seasonal winds
– Limited shelter from northern maritime approaches
– Challenging navigation during winter months
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Infrastructure at Agia Roumeli is minimalistic, primarily designed to support:
– Local passenger ferry operations
– Tourist boat services
– Small fishing vessel accommodations
– Limited cargo transfer capabilities
Key facility specifications:
– Minimal berthing infrastructure
– Shallow water access
– Limited cargo handling equipment
– Basic maritime support services
Technical Specifications
Maximum Draft: 50 meters (theoretical maximum)
Actual operational draft significantly lower due to coastal constraints
Navigation Considerations:
– Limited navigational aids
– Restricted vessel size capabilities
– Challenging approach during adverse weather conditions
– Recommended local pilotage for safe navigation
Operational Services
Limited operational services include:
– Basic passenger transfer facilities
– Emergency maritime support
– Minimal bunkering capabilities
– Local fishing support infrastructure
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Primary economic functions:
– Tourism support infrastructure
– Local maritime transportation
– Limited cargo transfer capabilities
– Seasonal operational profile
Strategic Importance
The port’s strategic significance is primarily environmental and touristic, rather than commercial. Its location near the Samaria Gorge National Park provides critical access for:
– Ecological tourism
– Scientific research vessel support
– Emergency maritime services
– Local community maritime connectivity
Operational Limitations & Considerations
Potential operators and maritime professionals should note:
– Extremely limited commercial maritime infrastructure
– Seasonal operational capabilities
– Challenging navigation requirements
– Primarily supportive of local and tourist maritime activities
Conclusion
Agia Roumeli represents a specialized maritime access point characterized by its unique geographic positioning and limited commercial maritime capabilities. Ideal for specialized maritime operations, ecological research vessels, and tourist-oriented maritime services, the port offers a distinctive maritime interface within the protected coastal environment of southwestern Crete.
Recommended for:
– Specialized maritime research vessels
– Ecological monitoring operations
– Tourist-oriented maritime services
– Local transportation support
Caution advised for commercial maritime operations requiring extensive infrastructure or large-
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