Charts:
313 – 3136 – 2131 Printed by Turkish Navy Department of Navigation, Hydrography and Oceanography.
1608 B.Admiralty
Adequate anchorages from Çanakkale to Gulf Edremit (Point Mıhlı) are examined in our portal.
The mountains from Çanakkale Strait down to the south to Bababurnu (Point) are flat. The shore line is steeply mountainous along the southern side of Muslim Geçidi. In the summer and winter months the wind in this region is predominantly from the north. Ordinarily a slight breeze blows from the N or NW, blowing full strength at noon and dying off in the late afternoon. Sometimes, however, the wind can become violent and adversely affect yachts heading northward. Strong southerly winds commence in autumn and reach full strength in winter, and can attain gale force.
South and southwest currents flow from Dardanelles at 1.5 – 3 knots extend to Saros Bay and the currents from Dardanelles to Baba Burnu are from the west at the rate of 1.5 to 2 knots. The pressure is negligible under wind. Along this shore, violent winds and a south – flowing current can affect yachts cruising northward. It is highly recommended for boats to hug the shore closely to reduce effects of northerly winds.
The area has a transitional climate between a temperate Mediterranean climate and a temperate Black Sea climate with hot, dry summers and cool to cold, wet winters. There is usually a north-east wind that affects the climate. This shoreline is cooler because of the affect of the winds. The continuous breeze from Balkans brings a pleasant relief from the heat. Average temperature is 14.7 °C in summer months and 4.2 °C in February. Average humidity is 77.6 %. Average rainfall is 662.8 (Gökceada) – 854.9 mm/m2 (Ayvacık). The average sea temperature is 20 – 23 °C in summer months. Snow is rare in the region; occasional snows lie not more than 8 days.
54% of land is forested. Fir tree, Black pine, Calabria pine, Juniperus and alder trees are viewed in the region. Communities of maquis, dominated by evergreen shrubs are also common. Considerable variation in the forest composition changes towards Ida Mountain.
Cautions;
Eşek Adası (Islet) reefs: The Northwest part of Bozcaada is rocky and shallows. There is a light tower – Fl 3s 10m 8M – visible from a distance.
Müslim Geçidi Rock (39°25.2’N - 26°13’E); A shallow rocky area at sea level in the middle of the strait – 2.5 miles on the south of Point Sivrice, poses a real danger. Very cautious approach is required.
There are attractive diving spots in the region. Saros bay is one of the most interesting places for divers. Diving tours from Çanakkale, Gökçeada, Kabatepe and Bozcadad are regularly organized. Fishing also attracts the visitors. Babakale zone is a favorite spot for spear fishing.
Çanakkale region – Aegean cities were centers of art and civilization. There are numerous ancient sites from the classical age, Hellenistic period, Romans and Ottomans. Troy, Archeological Museum, Ephesus, Didyma, Prienne and Bergame lie within the province of Çanakkale.
Transport facilities are very efficient. The region is accessible by air, sea or road. Regular services are available for most cities in Turkey. All kinds of provisions can be found in the region. Medical care facilities and security standards are sufficient. Boat maintenance facilities are in progress.