Municipality of Spetses

Spetses is an island in the Argosaronic Gulf and is located at a short distance from the coast of the Peloponnese. It has a coastline length of approximately 43.3km and it also encompasses five neighboring islets within its territory. According to the 2021 census, it has 3,748 permanent residents, while during the summer period, it experiences significant tourist flows.

The island has two active ports, the new central port in Dapia and the Old Port which contributes to the commercial, passenger, maritime, tourism, and fishing activities of the island.

Prefecture : Attica
Population : 3.748
Member since : 2024

Practices for the marine environment

The municipality of Spetses is a member of the Blue Municipalities Network and has implemented the following practices for the preservation of the marine ecosystem:

  • 1 widespread initiatives including underwater clean up
  • 1 research programs that included sampling and analysis of seabed sediments
  • 1 educational programs in primary school
  • Extensive consultation with the civil society