Location
Germany
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
Mid-May to mid-September
About Bärwalder See - FKK Strand Boxberg
The Bärwalder See is a flooded lignite pit of about 1,300 hectares between Boxberg and Uhyst in Upper Lusatia, the largest lake in Saxony and the eastern gateway to the Lusatian Lake District. The main beach is on the Boxberg shore below the promenade: more than a kilometre of fine, man-made sand divided into a textile beach, a separate FKK beach and a dog beach. The nude section adjoins the textile beach and is separated from it by a low earth bank; one walking guide places it at the southern end of the beach strip. The water is very clear, with visibility reported up to 10 m, and the swimming areas are marked with buoys. Behind the beach are a tourist information point with toilets and showers, a beach bar renting loungers, a snack stand and the Sternencamp campsite. The lake also has a separate kite and surf beach and a marina. A 2014 report also mentions a nude section at the back of the beach near Uhyst on the opposite shore.
Getting there
The Boxberg beach is at Zur Strandpromenade 1, 02943 Boxberg/O.L. Public parking for several hundred cars (paid) lies about 200-300 m from the beach, and the path to the sand is suitable for strollers. Walk past the textile beach to reach the FKK section beyond the earth bank. The beach is also a stop on the long walking loop around the lake, and boats and bikes can be hired nearby. Swimming is only permitted during the bathing season from 15 May to 15 September.
What visitors say
Visitor reports on the Boxberg beach are consistently positive: they highlight the fine sand, the very clear water and the clean sanitary facilities, and recommend the FKK section warmly. The snack bar with comfortable, shaded seating gets good mentions, and the paid parking is described as sufficient. Reports also point visitors to the beach near Uhyst, where the rear part is used for nude bathing as well. Little negative feedback was found, though most reports date from 2010-2014.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
The Boxberg beach is a managed public bathing site with a designated FKK section next to the textile and dog beaches, listed by the regional tourism board. Bathing is permitted only during the season of 15 May to 15 September; outside it swimming is prohibited, and DRK Wasserwacht lifeguards are present at times during the season.
Naturism at Bärwalder See - FKK Strand Boxberg sits under Germany's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Germany public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 51.3920, 14.5785
Visitor tips
- 1 Official designation: nudity is protected inside the marked area.
- 2 Towel, water, sunscreen. Sit on your own towel.
- 3 No photos without clear consent.
- 4 Check access, tides, and parking before you go.
- 5 House rules and local custom can be stricter than the law.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the FKK beach at the Bärwalder See?
On the Boxberg shore, directly beyond the textile beach and separated from it by a low earth bank.
Is there parking?
Yes, a large paid car park about 200-300 m from the beach.
Are there lifeguards?
The DRK Wasserwacht provides a lifeguard service at times during the bathing season (15 May to 15 September).
Can I bring a dog?
Dogs are allowed only on the separate dog beach, not on the FKK or textile beaches.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes. The sand slopes gently, the swimming area is buoyed, and toilets, food and a campsite are close by.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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