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Spetses belongs to the Saronic Islands. This picturesque place is located about 50 kilometers away from Greece’s largest port, Piraeus. In various spots you will find beautiful and peaceful organized turquoise-colored beaches. Here you will read about five top beaches in Spetses that you should visit during your stay in the island.

Spetses traditional white houses

Agia Marina

Agia Marina is a wonderful sandy beach on the southeast side of the island, about two kilometers away from Ntapia, the heart of the island of Spetses. It is one of the best organized and popular beaches of the island, with traditional restaurants, vivid beach bars, water sports and rich entertainment options.

Spetses port

Agiou Mamma

Agiou Mamma is an easily accessible beach, close to the port of Spetses. It’s sandy, organized and equipped with sun beds and umbrellas. The countless locals and tourists who decide to have a swim in the crystal clear waters of Agiou Mamma have the opportunity to enjoy Greek specialties in the nearby restaurants and have a coffee or drink in the nearby cafeterias and bars.

Night view of Spetses

Kounoupitsa

Kounoupitsa is a historic district of Spetses that was created right after the 1821 Greek Revolution. It is located left from the port and has a number of small marble and sandy beaches. Except for its beaches, Kounoupitsa is also highly preferred by the visitors of this island for its seaside taverns, cafeterias and gift shops.

Overview of Kounoupitsa

Ligoneri

Ligoneri beach is located under the settlement Michanikon, Spetses. We’re talking about a different beach that offers unique moments of peace and relaxation. It’s separated into two parts and its size is medium, with pebbles and some sand on the shore and rocky sea bottom. You will reach this beach by the local bus.

Picturesque bay in Spetses

Zogeria Bay

The best beach of Spetses, according to many, is located within the framework of an amazing lush natural landscape with pine and olive trees. The waters are clean and turquoise colored, due to the reflection of the aforementioned nearby trees. The beach is not organized, but within a small distance you will find taverns serving great food.

About the author

Vagelis Tsirmpas is a 23-year-old Athens-born travel enthusiast who holds a BA in interpreting and a MA in translation. He studied in Corfu, the island of his heart, and uses foreign languages as a passport to different cultures. After traveling to various European countries, his next goal is a trip to Africa. Paraphrasing Marx, Vagelis does not only want to travel around the world, but also change it. Therefore, he has actively participated in student unions and self-organized solidarity groups.

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