Toroni Anchorage Guide

The Anchorage

Toroni bay has excellent sandy holding and is well-protected from the prevailing NE summer winds. The backdrop of ancient Byzantine ruins and the long sandy beach make this one of the most scenic anchorages in Sithonia. Open to S through W — fine in summer but avoid if these are forecast.

Setting Your Anchor

The bottom at Toroni is primarily sand with reliable holding when properly set. Use the following approach:

1. Approach slowly and check your depth sounder on the way in. At 3–8m, deploy at minimum 7:1 scope (56m chain at 8m 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, Fortress. See our guide to anchor types by bottom for detailed comparisons.

Overnight Anchoring & Anchor Alarm

Overnight stays at Toroni are feasible but require monitoring. The anchorage is exposed to S and SW and W winds.

Set your GPS anchor alarm to 50m radius before going below for the night.50m radius is appropriate. Excellent sand holding means good security when winds are NE. If SW or W winds develop (less common in summer but possible), Porto Koufo is only 5nm away — an easy retreat.

Toroni is one of Sithonia's quieter anchorages — the lack of a large village keeps crowds low even in summer. The ancient ruins of Torone (Byzantine castle, ancient city walls) are visible from the anchorage and worth visiting ashore. Lovely for a peaceful overnight.

Navigation Hazards

• Open to S, SW, W — check forecast before overnight stay
• Shallow near the beach — stay in 4m+ depth

Rules & Regulations

• Permit: Not required beyond standard Greek DEKPA transit log
• Anchoring fee: Free

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: Porto Koufo (5nm)
• Restaurant: Small taverna near the beach
• Provisions: None on site — Porto Koufo (5nm)

Skipper's Tips

1. Visit the Byzantine castle and ancient city ruins ashore — fascinating and almost always deserted
2. The long sandy beach is excellent for swimming
3. Porto Koufo is 5nm away if the forecast deteriorates — easy to move