Pyhtää (Pyttis)
Pyttis · Pyhtää river archipelago · Kymi estuary archipelago
60°24.0'N 26°32.6'E
Depth
2–4m
Bottom
mud
Alarm Radius
60m
Holding
Excellent
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
60m
60m for excellent holding in river mud at 2–4m. Near-full shelter from estuary geometry. Mud may be deep and soft — anchor may bury deeply; recovery with engine.
About This Anchorage
Pyhtää (Swedish: Pyttis) sits at the mouth of the Kymi river — one of Finland's largest rivers — where it splits into multiple channels through the estuary archipelago before entering the Gulf of Finland. The combination of river current, tidal influence (minimal but present as wind-driven seiches), and the maze of islands creates a complex but beautiful sailing environment. The medieval grey stone church of Pyhtää, dating from the 15th century, stands on a ridge above the archipelago — one of the most visible landmarks on the eastern Gulf coast. The area is a wildlife haven — the estuary islands host breeding seabirds and the Kymi river is one of Finland's best salmon rivers upstream.
Protected From
N · NE · E · SE · S · SW · W
Exposed To
NW
Anchoring Rules
- Anchoring fee
- Free
- Permit required
- No
Restrictions: River estuary — fishing restrictions on Kymi river salmon (licence and seasonal rules); speed limit in inner channels; bird sanctuary Apr–Jul in outer estuary islands.
Hazards
- !River estuary current — can run 0.5–1.0 knots; set anchor firmly with engine test
- !Complex inner channel navigation — GPS essential; many unmarked rocks in outer estuary
- !Bird sanctuary Apr–Jul in outer estuary islands — observe markers
- !Shallow approach — minimum 1.5m draft recommended for inner channels
Skipper's Tips
- →The Pyhtää medieval church (15th century) is worth a dinghy landing and walk up — one of the best-preserved medieval churches in southeastern Finland
- →The Kymi river estuary is extraordinary for birdwatching — bring binoculars
- →Good intermediate anchorage between Loviisa and Kotka on the Gulf coast passage
Facilities
No facilities at anchorage. Kotka (14nm W) for full services.
Nearest provisions: Kotka (14nm W) (14nm)
Best Months & Season
Jun, Jul, Aug
June–August. Estuary archipelago — complex navigation but beautiful. Medieval church worth visiting. Good birdwatching. River current — set anchor firmly.
Recommended Anchor Types
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