Spetses is a mountainous and wooded island off the south-west coast of the Argolida, also a part of the Saronic Gulf and you reach it, within a day's sail from Athens .
Spetses is a popular destination for sailing and yachting in the Mediterranean. The island is located just off the coast of the Peloponnese and is known for its crystal clear waters, sandy beaches, and picturesque harbors. Popular sailing routes include the Argo Saronic Gulf, the island of Hydra, and the nearby island of Poros. Sailors can also explore the nearby islands of Agistri, Moni, and Dokos. The island is known for its beautiful beaches, traditional architecture, and restriction on automobiles. Yacht sailing is a popular activity in Spetses, with the island providing a great base for sailing trips around the Saronic Gulf. There are numerous marinas, where visitors can find suitable anchorage during their vacation, making it a perfect location for a yacht charter.
Spetses town is the island's main harbor - and the only colony of the island. Spetses shares history with the island of Idhra , of late-eighteenth-century mercantile adventure and the same leadenness in the War of Independence of Greece (year 1821).
