THERE'S a little-known island in Spain that could be the perfect place to relax this summer thanks to its crowd-free beaches. Finding peaceful places away from other tourists can be a challenge, but there's one island off the coast of Galicia that almost guarantees a slice of solitude. Set in the Pontevedra Estuary, in Galicia, Spain , the Ons Archipelago is made up of two little-known islands called Ons and Onza.
Part of the Maritime-Terrestrial National Park, Ons Island is the larger of the two and is home to around 78 residents, according to Fodor's Travel . Ons Island has largely gone under the tourist radar in comparison to other nearby islands off the coast of Galicia . That's because the archipelago is a dedicated nature reserve that doesn’t allow more than 1,300 visitors each day.
The official website states : "The daily visitor limit for the Ons archipelago in high season is 1,300 people per day, so it is necessary to have prior authorization from the Xunta de Galicia when buying the ticket from the shipping company." The high season runs from May to September, with visitors required to apply for a permit before visiting. Visitors will need to apply for passes via the island's website, which can be accessed here .
There are also no cars allowed on the island either, meaning traffic noises and pollution from cars is non-existent. Because of the strict conservation measures, the island is home to white sandy beaches and crystal-clear, clean water. There are several b.
