The notebook of Égine et Agistri
Stop where the sky touches the water.
Islands close to Piraeus, between temple of Aphaia, harbour villages, pistachios, coves and easy getaways without large transfer.
At your own pace
Identity summary
1 to 3 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn
Possible without car depending on area
Island · Coast · Heritage
Variable accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Égine et Agistri
Islands close to Piraeus, between temple of Aphaia, harbour villages, pistachios, coves and easy getaways without large transfer.
Temple of Aphaia, Town of Egina and Agistri give the most telling landmarks of Egina and Agistri. Together, they form a destination where island landscapes, coastline and heritage meet, with atmospheres that change over the course of the stages rather than a single uniform decor.
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For a stay of 1 to 3 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: seasonal ferries and busy weekends. The trip can be organised without a car if the drop point and local connections are selected in advance. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be checked step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- d'Aphaïa Temple
- Town of Egine
- Agistri
- Moni
- Saronic beaches
Before you choose
- Seasonal ferries
- Weekends loaded
- Small islands quickly full
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Town or village
Temple d'Aphaïa
The temple of Aphaia occupies a wooded height of Égine, facing the Saronic Gulf and the blue lines of the sea. Its columns gilded by the sun, more isolated than the monuments of Athens, give an ancient visit quiet, easy to combine with the port and pistacheries of the island.
Town or village
Ville d'Égine
The city of D Égine The ferries are housed in a lively port of cafes, fishing boats, neoclassical houses and pistachios stalls. It keeps a real island life despite the proximity of Athens, with alleys, a living seafront and sunsets on the Gulf.
Town or village
Agistri
Agistri is a small island very close to Égine, appreciated for its clear waters, pines and short distances. It is easily passed from a port village to a cove, by bike or on foot, in a simpler and greener atmosphere than many nearby islands.
Practical tips
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More activities
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The nearest destinations
The closest ideas on the map, to extend your trip.
Similar destinations
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