Location
Netherlands
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Grass / lawn
Best season
May to September
About Bussloo Naturist Beach
Bussloo is a large recreation lake in Voorst municipality, in the triangle between Apeldoorn, Deventer and Zutphen, run by the operator Leisurelands. Its naturist beach, on the south-west shore at entrance 5 next to the De Kuiter beach pavilion, is signposted and is the largest inland naturist beach in the Netherlands. It covers about 6 hectares, down from about 8 before a 2020 reorganisation. Most of it is lawn for sunbathing, with three small sandy beaches at the water's edge. When the site was reduced, the operator agreed with the Dutch naturist federation (NFN) to enlarge the two remaining beaches and add a new one north of the kiosk. The swimming area is marked by a floating line at 1.4 m depth, and the lake bed slopes gently, which suits children. Near the kiosk there are a playground, toilets and showers, so the beach draws many naturist families as well as couples. Leisurelands describes it as a prize-winning naturist beach. Bussloo also has a large thermal spa on the lake (Thermen Bussloo), but that is a separate venue.
Getting there
Bussloo is next to the A1 motorway between Apeldoorn and Deventer. Follow the signs for the recreation area to entrance 5 (De Kuiter), where a paid car park sits right beside the naturist beach. Entry to the recreation area itself is free, and Leisurelands sells discounted season parking. A bus stop is about a six-minute walk away, and there is bicycle parking on the beach. Paths are flat and the naturist listing describes the site as suitable for disabled visitors.
What visitors say
Visitors describe the beach as calm, well kept and family-oriented. They like the large lawns, the gentle shallow water and having toilets, showers and a kiosk close by. Regulars regretted losing part of the area in 2020, and some say the sandy strips get crowded on hot weekends. Tips are to come early on sunny days for a spot near the water, and to remember that dogs are not allowed.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
In the Netherlands, nudity is allowed in places the municipality designates or where it is customary. Bussloo's naturist beach is a signposted, designated area that the site operator Leisurelands manages in consultation with the NFN. Dogs are not allowed on the naturist beach.
Naturism at Bussloo Naturist Beach sits under Netherlands's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Netherlands public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 52.1965, 6.1008
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 naturist beach at Bussloo?
On the south-west side of the lake at entrance 5, next to the De Kuiter beach pavilion. It is signposted.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes. The water is shallow with a gentle slope and a marked swimming zone, and there is a playground by the kiosk.
Is parking free?
Entry to the recreation area is free, but parking at entrance 5 is charged. Leisurelands sells discounted season parking.
Are dogs allowed?
No, dogs are not allowed on the naturist beach.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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