Location
Spain
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Adults only
Terrain
Pebble
Best season
June to September
About Cala Nans
Cala Nans is a small, remote cove at the southern end of the Cadaqués bay on the Cap de Creus peninsula, below the Cala Nans lighthouse, first lit in 1874. It is the last of a string of coves reached by the coastal path south of town and has no road access or buildings near the shore. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among Girona's beaches of traditional nudist use, rating it isolated and lightly used, about 125 m long and 11 m deep. The shore is rounded stones over a rock base rather than sand, and the clear, usually calm water is good for snorkelling among the rocks. Because few people make the walk, the cove is usually quiet and the whole beach can be used nude. The surroundings are the bare, wind-carved slate and scrub typical of Cap de Creus, with almost no natural shade.
Getting there
Walk from Cadaqués along the coastal path (camí de ronda) south past Es Llané and Sa Conca towards the Cala Nans lighthouse. The route is waymarked with signs and lighthouse plaques; guides give 3.5-6 km depending on the start point, roughly 40-60 minutes each way. Parking in Cadaqués is paid and fills in summer. There are buses to Cadaqués from Figueres and Roses. The path is rocky and uneven, so wear proper shoes; not wheelchair accessible.
Legal context
Nudity is not an offence on Spanish public beaches, and the Spanish Penal Code has not treated it as public indecency since 1989. A municipality can still restrict it by local ordinance. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Cala Nans as a beach of traditional nudist use. The coast here is protected, so camping and fires are not allowed (checked 2026).
Naturism at Cala Nans sits under Spain's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 42.2702, 3.2828
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
Is Cala Nans a nude beach?
Yes. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of traditional nudist use.
How long is the walk?
About 40-60 minutes each way along the waymarked coastal path from Cadaqués towards the Cala Nans lighthouse.
Is there sand?
No. The cove is pebbles and rock, so bring a mat and water shoes.
Are there facilities?
None. Bring water, food and shade.
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Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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