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The main town is on Sphaeria in the south, offering the best hotel and dining options. Kalaureia in the north is quieter. A bridge connects both islands, ensuring easy access regardless of your choice.
Poros is a charming island pair in the Saronic Gulf, comprising Sphaeria and the larger Kalaureia. Rich in vegetation with ancient pine forests, it offers well-developed tourist infrastructure. Connected to the mainland at Galatas by a bridge, it serves as a popular weekend getaway for Athenians seeking relaxation and natural beauty.
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The main town is on Sphaeria in the south, offering the best hotel and dining options. Kalaureia in the north is quieter. A bridge connects both islands, ensuring easy access regardless of your choice.
Accessible via a 31-nautical-mile route from Piraeus. The island has a good road network suitable for walking or driving. The bridge to Galatas on the mainland provides easy connections to broader transport networks.
Summer is peak season, especially popular with Athenian weekenders. The climate is pleasant and vegetation lush. Visiting on weekdays offers a more tranquil experience away from the weekend crowds.

island off Poros, Greece
Archaeological musuem in Poros, Greece
islet and fortress near Poros island, Greece

archaeological site on Poros, Greece
archaeological site in Troizinia, Attica region, Greece
archaeological excavation in Poros municipality, Greece
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