Poros
The little Island of Poros lies in the shadow of ultra-popular Athens and the neighbouring Peloponnese. Yet, in a certain way, this plays to its advantage – you’ll surely find other tourists here, but certainly fewer than in Greece’s other resort towns.
According to written sources, Poros was considered the island of Poseidon, God of the Sea. There was once a temple to him here – the ruins of which remain today. The temple used to house numerous statues, including one of Poseidon himself. Unfortunately, over the years they’ve all been plundered; only a fragmented base of the Sovereign of the Seas statue remains. It can be found in the local archaeological museum. A visit to this museum is worth your time as many of its artifacts date back to the Mycenaean and Roman eras.
Poros’ natural surroundings are also worthy of admiration. It boasts a lemon forest, sandy beaches lined by tall pines, turquoise water, and a genuinely idyllic atmosphere. Incidentally, one of the island’s coves has a Russian name – it was once home to Count Orlov’s naval squadron.
Recommended boats for this region
10
WC
3
Bavaria Yachtbau, 2016
Bavaria Cruiser 46
Agios Kosmas (Elliniko), Athens
(Greece)
From 17/06 to 24/06
€
3 530
3 177
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
5
WC
6
Fountaine Pajot, 2019
Fountaine Pajot Saba 50
Agios Kosmas (Elliniko), Athens
(Greece)
From 17/06 to 24/06
€
11 250
10 687
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
5
WC
5
Fountaine Pajot, 2020
Fountaine Pajot New 45 - 4 + 2 cab.
Agios Kosmas (Elliniko), Athens
(Greece)
From 17/06 to 24/06
€
8 630
8 198
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
5
WC
6
Lagoon, 2018
Lagoon 52 F
Agios Kosmas (Elliniko), Athens
(Greece)
From 17/06 to 24/06
€
14 130
13 423
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
5
WC
4
Lagoon-Bénéteau, 2019
Lagoon 42 - 4 + 2 cab.
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 17/06 to 24/06
€
7 530
7 153
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat
10
WC
4
Lagoon, 2020
Lagoon 40 - 4 + 2 cab
Marina Alimos, Athens
(Greece)
From 17/06 to 24/06
€
7 550
6 795
for 1 week,
rent a yacht bareboat