Location
Spain
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Mixed
Best season
June to September
About Platja Binigaus
Binigaus is a long, undeveloped beach on Menorca's south coast in the municipality of Es Migjorn Gran, immediately west of the resort beach of Sant Tomàs. Together with Sant Adeodat it forms a stretch of roughly a kilometre of golden sand beyond the rocky point of Es Codrell, ending where the Binigaus gorge (Barranc de Binigaus) reaches the sea. The far western end, where cliffs and scrub come right down to the sand, is the part favoured by nude bathers, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists Binigaus among Menorca's beaches of nudist tradition. The beach has no buildings and no services; parts of the shoreline are pebbly, which makes getting into the water awkward. Bathing is usually calm. From the beach you can walk up the gorge to the large Cova des Coloms cave. Local residents have campaigned to keep the beach free of sunbeds and umbrellas, and it remains a natural, quiet alternative to busy Sant Tomàs, although clothed and nude visitors mix.
Getting there
From Es Migjorn Gran drive about 4 km south to the resort of Sant Tomàs. Park at the car park at the entrance to the residential area (some guides use the Es Bruc car park instead) and walk west along the coast; the Camí de Cavalls coastal path runs behind the beaches. The quieter western end is the furthest part from the car park, so allow time for the walk over sand and path. There are no services on Binigaus itself, so bring water and shade. Not wheelchair accessible.
What visitors say
Visitors describe Binigaus as a peaceful, unspoilt beach that feels very different from neighbouring Sant Tomàs, with nude bathers mostly at the far western end and clothed visitors closer to Sant Tomàs. Reviewers like the clear water and the walk to the Cova des Coloms, but warn that the shore is pebbly in places, making it awkward to get into the sea, and that there is nothing to buy, so supplies must be carried in.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
Spain has no national law against public nudity, and nude bathing is lawful on any beach unless a municipal bylaw restricts it. Menorca has no officially designated nudist beaches; Binigaus is listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation as a beach of nudist tradition and nude use is concentrated at its western end. No enforcement problems were found; a residents' petition has opposed installing sunbed concessions.
Naturism at Platja Binigaus sits under Spain's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 39.9206, 4.0246
Visitor tips
- 1 Informal / tolerated site — be discreet and leave no drama.
- 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 nude section at Binigaus?
At the far western end, where the cliffs and vegetation reach the sand near the Binigaus gorge.
Where do I park?
At Sant Tomàs, at the car park at the entrance to the residential area (or Es Bruc), then walk west along the coast.
Are there facilities?
No. There are no bars, toilets or sunbeds on Binigaus; the nearest services are at Sant Tomàs.
Is it legal to be nude?
Yes, nudity is not prohibited on Spanish beaches, and Binigaus is listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation as a beach of nudist tradition.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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