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(37°35'N., 26°30'E.) is a group of islands, islets, and rocks which provide shelter to small craft with local knowledge. The group is separated from the SW end of Nisos Samos by a passage known as Stenon Fournon. The current in this passage always sets N and causes a confused sea.
Nisis Fournoi, the largest island of the group, consists of two parts joined by a narrow isthmus. The summit of this island is 514m high and stands near its N end. A light is shown from Akra Alonaki, the N extremity of this island.
Nisis Fimaina, the W island of the group, is 470m high. A light is shown from Akra Trakhili, the W extremity of this island. Nisis Alatonisi, 142m high, lies 3.8 miles SSE of the light and is the outer islet on the SW side of the group. A shallow isolated shoal lies about 0.6 mile WSW of the islet.
Poros Fournon, the passage leading between the E side of Nisis Fimaina and the W side of Nisis Fournoi, is not recommended except in case of necessity.
Nisis Dhiaporoi, a long islet, lies at the E side of this channel. The fairway is 137m wide and has a least depth of 18m.
Ormos Korseon indents the W side of the S part of Nisis Fournoi. This small bay is affected by winds from between W and N, but otherwise provides good anchorage, with a bottom of sand and weed, to small craft. The village of Fournoi stands at the head of the bay and two prominent windmills are situated on a ridge 0.4 mile SW of it. A small pier, used by small craft, fronts the village and is sheltered by a breakwater.
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Here are some facts about Nisidhes Fournoi (aka Fournoi Islands). They are an important
Bird Area. At
Holidays in Greece web site the island of Fournoi is said to be "very laid back" and simple. The island has lots of quiet beaches and the village of Fournoi offers one an authentic glimpse of Greek village life. A wonderful web site full of current and timely information is called simply
Fourni. It looks to be a labor of love from the inhabitants of the village of Fournoi. Enjoy your online visit.
