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Port of Karystos

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About Port of Karystos

Also known as: Limani Karystou, Limin Karistou, Limáni Karýstou, Limín Karístou, Λιμάνι Καρύστου

Karystos is a small harbor located on the island of Euboea, Greece. It serves as a local port, primarily handling ferry traffic connecting to the mainland. The port is situated on the southern coast of the island.

Background
Karystos or Carystus is a small coastal town on the Greek island of Euboea. It has about 5,000 inhabitants. It lies 129 km south of Chalkis. From Athens it is accessible by ferry via Marmari from the port of Rafina. After the Greek War of Independence, its urban plan was laid out by the renowned Bavarian civil engineer Bierbach, in the middle of the 19th century.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
260934 →
Wikidata
Q995656 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.dimoskarystou.gr →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Aegean Sea
Latitude
38.0110°
Longitude
24.4184°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Karystos?

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The approach to Karystos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mandili Lighthouse at 6.9 NM to the SE. Other aids include Fasa (13.8 NM ESE), Ándros District Lighthouses (16.7 NM ESE), Vrachonisída Lígeía (Verdougi Southeast) (17.9 NM NW), Verdougi Islets (18.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Karystos?

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The Port of Karystos 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 Karystos?

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You can track vessels near Karystos (GRKST) 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 GRKST on the live map.

Where is the Port of Karystos?

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The Port of Karystos is a port in GR. Its UN/LOCODE is GRKST — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GRKST mean?

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The first two characters, GR, are the ISO country code for GR. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Karystos?

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The Port of Karystos 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.