GR-PARKS-L3.1

Anchoring on sand, not posidonia: technique and swing radius

GR-PARKS-M3 · Doing it right · GR-PARKS-M3-A Anchoring on sand, swing radius, stern-to mooring, crossed anchors and tender runs near swimmers.

Find sand, lay enough chain and know your swing circle. A 14 m yacht on 5:1 in 6 m of water swings through about **49.3 m**, more than most people guess.

Independent study. xplor is not affiliated with the Greek Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, the Hellenic Coast Guard / Port Authorities, ΑΑΔΕ or any marine park body, is not an approved sea-school (σχολή ταχυπλόων) or training centre, and awards no licence, title, certificate or permit. Park zones, seasonal bans and local harbour-master decisions change from year to year, so check the current decision with the Port Authority or the park body before you anchor. AI-drafted content pending subject-matter-expert review.