Loggos, Paxos Anchorage Guide

The Anchorage

Anchor off in 3–5m mud/sand. Quay berths available stern-to. Comfortable anchorage in prevailing NW conditions. Exposed to E–SE — avoid in SE swell. The small inlet is intimate and very attractive. Shoaling near the quay head — stay in 3m+ water.

Setting Your Anchor

The bottom at Loggos, Paxos is primarily mud and sand with reliable holding when properly set. Use the following approach:

1. Approach slowly and check your depth sounder on the way in. At 3–5m, deploy at minimum 7:1 scope (35m chain at 5m depth).
2. Drop into the wind or current and pay out chain steadily as the boat drifts back — do not allow chain to pile on the anchor.
3. Set firmly in reverse. Apply moderate throttle astern for 30–60 seconds. The chain should tighten without the boat moving backwards.
4. Take a GPS bearing. Note your position once set and compare to the scope calculator to confirm you have adequate chain for the depth.

Recommended anchor types for this bottom: Delta, Rocna, CQR. See our guide to anchor types by bottom for detailed comparisons.

Overnight Anchoring & Anchor Alarm

Overnight stays at Loggos, Paxos are feasible but require monitoring. The anchorage is exposed to E and SE winds.

Set your GPS anchor alarm to 65m radius before going below for the night.65m radius for free-swinging in 3–5m. Good shelter from the prevailing NW Maestro. If SE conditions develop (uncommon in summer), relocate to Gaios.

May–October. A better summer choice than Lakka if you want slightly fewer boats.

Navigation Hazards

• Shoaling near the quay head — stay in 3m+ water
• Ifalos Paxoi reef ~0.5 nm offshore to the E — relevant when approaching from open sea
• Exposed to E and SE — uncomfortable in easterly conditions

Rules & Regulations

• Permit: Not required beyond standard Greek DEKPA transit log
• Anchoring fee: Free
• Restrictions: Respect fishing boat access to the quay.

For a full overview of Greek anchoring rules, see our overnight anchoring rules by region guide.

Facilities

• Fresh water: Not available on site
• Fuel: Not available — nearest: Loggos village (0nm)
• Restaurant: Several excellent tavernas including the well-known Vassilis taverna
• Provisions: Available

Skipper's Tips

1. A quieter alternative to Lakka — arrive from Gaios by heading N up the E coast of Paxos.
2. The tavernas here are among the best on the island — book ahead in July–August.
3. Stern-to berths on the quay fill by 17:00 in peak season.