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Port of Astakós

GRAST🇬🇷Greece

Port Location

About Port of Astakós

Also known as: Ormos Placiyiali, Ormos Platiyiali, Port Plateali, Órmos Platiyiáli

Astakós is a harbor on the eastern Ionian Sea coast of Greece. It serves as a port for the surrounding region.

Background
Astakos is a town and a former municipality in Aetolia-Acarnania, West Greece, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Xiromero, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 345.099 km2. It is located on a bay on the eastern shore of the Ionian Sea, near the southern end of the Acarnanian Mountains. It takes its name from the ancient Acarnanian town Astacus, and was named Dragamesti in the Middle Ages. It is speculated to be the site of ancient Dulichium.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
N

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
42345 →
GeoNames ID
254975 →
Wikidata
Q746362 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRAST
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Ionian Sea
Latitude
38.4747°
Longitude
21.0977°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Astakós?+
The approach to Astakós is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Vrachonisída Kalógiros Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Oxeiá (11.5 NM S), Vrachonisída Formíkoula (12.7 NM WNW), Ágios Sóstis (16 NM SE), Fiskárdo (24.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Astakós?+
The Port of Astakós is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Astakós?+
You can track vessels near Astakós (GRAST) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GRAST on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Astakós?+
The Port of Astakós operates in the UTC+2 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.