Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU490S - Greece West Coast & Athens - microSD™/SD™
Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU490S - Greece West Coast & Athens - microSD™/SD™ — Product description
Navigate the Stunning Waters of Greece's West Coast with Confidence
Imagine charting a course along the dramatic southwestern shores of Greece, from the rugged Albanian border at Vlore all the way to the bustling port of Athens. This essential navigation tool delivers intricate details of key areas like Preveza, Patra, the entire Peloponnisos peninsula, and the eastern Cyclades islands up to Naxos. Whether you're dodging rocky outcrops in the Ionian Sea or weaving through the Cyclades' iconic blue-domed harbors, these charts turn complex coastlines into manageable adventures.
Greek waters are a boater's paradise but also a test of skill—think sudden winds from the Meltemi in summer or hidden shallows near popular anchorages. With fused Garmin and Navionics data, you'll get sharper, more reliable mapping that reflects real-world conditions, helping you focus on the journey rather than the guesswork.
Advanced Features That Elevate Your On-Water Experience
Smart Routing with Auto Guidance
Planning a trip from Patra to a secluded cove in the Cyclades? Simply pick your destination, set your preferred depth and clearance, and watch as it plots a safe, obstruction-free path. This isn't just a line on a screen—it's a virtual navigator that anticipates hazards, saving time and reducing stress during busy charters or solo sails.
Precision Depth Visualization
Customize up to 10 depth ranges with high-resolution shading, so your target fishing depth or safe anchoring zone stands out instantly. Pair it with user-defined shallow water highlights to spot reefs and sandbars before they become problems, especially vital in the shallow bays around Peloponnisos.
Ultra-Fine Bottom Contours
One-foot contours reveal the underwater landscape in stunning detail, perfect for anglers targeting structure in Preveza's channels or explorers tracing ancient wrecks off Athens. This level of granularity transforms standard charts into powerful fishing and navigation allies.
Immersive 3D Perspectives
- FishEye View: Dive beneath the surface for a fish-level 3D look at contours and structure, syncing seamlessly with your sonar for tailored insights.
- MarinerEye View: See above and below the waterline in 3D, giving a bird's-eye command of cliffs, beaches, and depths as you approach Naxos.
Real-World Overlays for Unfamiliar Ports
High-resolution satellite imagery layers directly onto charts, offering a photorealistic preview of harbors. Crystal-clear aerial photos zoom in on marinas from Athens to remote Cyclades spots, making first-time entries feel like home turf. No more circling blindly—dock with precision every time.
Why Boaters in Greece Swear by These Charts
In regions like the Ionian and Aegean, where charts can mean the difference between a dream voyage and a scraped hull, this coverage stands out. Fishermen appreciate the contour precision for spotting drop-offs teeming with sea bream or octopus. Cruisers love the satellite views for picking the perfect overnight anchorage amid olive groves and tavernas. Charter captains rely on Auto Guidance to handle gusty afternoons safely.
Loaded onto a compact microSD or SD card, it's plug-and-play with compatible chartplotters, updating your display with fresh, integrated data that feels alive. Elevate from basic plotting to pro-level situational awareness, all while enjoying Greece's timeless seafaring heritage.
"These charts turned a tricky night approach to Nafplio into a breeze—satellite overlay was a game-changer." – Experienced Mediterranean sailor
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas does this chart cover in Greece?
It provides detailed mapping of Greece's southwestern coast from Vlore in Albania to Athens, including Preveza, Patra, Peloponnisos, and Cyclades islands east to Naxos—ideal for Ionian and early Aegean explorations.
How does Auto Guidance work on these charts?
Select a waypoint, input your boat's depth and overhead needs, and it generates a suggested route avoiding known hazards. Use it as a planning aid alongside traditional navigation skills.
Can I customize depth shading?
Yes, set up to 10 depth ranges for shading, plus a custom shallow water threshold to highlight areas to avoid, enhancing safety in variable Greek seabeds.
What 3D views are available?
FishEye offers an underwater 3D contour view integrable with sonar, while MarinerEye provides a split above/below-waterline perspective for comprehensive situational awareness.
Is satellite imagery helpful for port entry?
Absolutely—high-res satellite overlays and aerial photos give realistic visuals of harbors and marinas, crucial for unfamiliar stops like those in the Cyclades.
What card format does it use?
It's provided on microSD/SD cards, compatible with most Garmin chartplotters for easy insertion and immediate use.
BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU490S - Greece West Coast & Athens - microSD™/SD™
Coverage:
Detailed coverage of the southwestern coast of Greece from Vlore, Albania to Athens, Greece. Also includes detailed coverage of Preveza, Patra, Peloponnisos, and the Cyclades east to Naxos.
Premier Coastal Charts
- Industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with updated coastal charts that feature integrated Garmin and Navionics® content
- Auto Guidance¹ technology quickly calculates a suggested route by using your desired depth and overhead clearance
- Includes Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges, enabling you to view your target depth at a glance
- Up to 1’ contours provide a more accurate depiction of the bottom structure for improved fishing charts
- To give a clear picture of shallow waters to avoid, the Shallow Water Shading allows for shading at a user-defined depth
Experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail when you’re on the water. BlueChart g3 Vision coastal charts provide industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics content.
Auto Guidance
Whether you are fishing or cruising, select a spot, and get a route showing you the general path and nearby obstructions at a safe depth1.
Depth Range Shading
This feature displays high-resolution Depth Range Shading for up to 10 depth ranges so you can view your designated target depth.
Shallow Water Shading
To give a clear picture of shallow waters to avoid, this feature allows for shading at a user-defined depth.
Detailed Contours
BlueChart g3 Vision charts feature 1’ contours that provide a more accurate depiction of bottom structure for improved fishing charts and enhanced detail in swamps, canals and port plans.
High-resolution Satellite Imagery
High-resolution satellite imagery with navigational charts overlaid gives you a realistic view of your surroundings. It’s our most realistic charting display in a chartplotter — ideal for entering unfamiliar harbors or ports.
FishEye View
This underwater perspective shows 3-D representation of bottom and contours as seen from below the waterline. Interface with sonar data for a customized view.
MarinerEye View
This view provides a 3-D representation of the surrounding area both above and below the waterline.
Aerial Photography
Crystal-clear aerial photography shows exceptional detail of many ports, harbors and marinas and is ideal when entering unfamiliar ports.
¹Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation practices
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns."Experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail on the water. BlueChart g3 Vision coastal charts provide industry-leading coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics data, Auto Guidance technology and high-resolution relief shading. See your vessel's precise, on-chart position in relation to navaids, coastal features, anchorages, obstructions, waterways, restricted areas and more with this detailed marine mapping data. Shaded depth contours, coastlines, spot soundings, navaids, port plans, wrecks, obstructions, intertidal zones, restricted areas and IALA symbols."
SKU: NVN-30802
MPN: 010-C0834-00
UPC: 753759070144
Technical specifications
| Brand | Garmin |
| Model | Garmin BlueChart® g3 Vision® HD - VEU490S - Greece West Coast & Athens - microSD™/SD™ |
| SKU / MFR# | 30802 |
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