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THRILLS and EXCITEMENT on the test cruise | Sailing in Greece

2 August 2025 · 12 min · 7K views · Leonidio, Peloponnese

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Matthias and Luisa, sailing their Pali 42 Warren catamaran in Greece, experience the volatility of April weather while anchored south of Leonidio.1:54 After a calm arrival, an unexpected shift to strong onshore winds creates a rapid swell, forcing the crew to prepare engines and monitor their 50 metres of chain.5:17 Although the anchor holds, the resulting motion makes cooking and living aboard difficult as the boat rolls beam-to the swell.6:07 The pair eventually departs the exposed anchorage for the small harbour of Tyros.8:38 Unlike the remote, wind-swept bays, Tyros offers calm, alongside berthing at the town quay, which remains largely empty during the pre-season.9:27 The crew notes that while the Argolic Gulf provides authentic, affordable cruising in spring, the weather remains unpredictable, characterised by sudden squalls and lingering swell.8:07 They conclude their week-long trip by sailing back to Kilada to meet friends, noting that the region’s infrastructure and quiet atmosphere are ideal for off-season travel.10:50

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