Location
Spain
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Pebble
Best season
June to September
About Platja Cala Murtra
Cala Murtra is a small cove on the rugged coast east of Roses, about 7 km from the town centre on the road towards Cala Montjoi, on the edge of the Cap de Creus natural park. It is roughly 120 m long and narrow, made of coarse sand and stones and enclosed by rocky slopes with Mediterranean scrub, so it feels wild compared with the resort beaches of the Bay of Roses. The water is clear and good for snorkelling, and excursion boats from Roses pass by. Guides describe the cove as practically unspoilt and uncrowded, visited mainly by couples, hikers and above all nudists, and it is on the Catalan Naturism Club's list of nudist beaches in the Alt Empordà; nudity is the norm here. The cove has held EMAS and ISO 14001 environmental quality labels. There are no services, so bring water and shade; the coastal path from Roses also crosses the cove.
Getting there
From Roses take the winding road towards Cala Montjoi; after about 7 km a roadside sign marks Cala Murtra. Park on the verge of the road (space is limited and fills early in summer) and walk down a dirt track for a few minutes to the cove. Walkers can also reach it on the coastal path from Roses. It can be reached more easily by boat. There is no public transport to the cove, and the rough track is not wheelchair accessible.
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. Roses has not formally designated Cala Murtra as nudist, but tourism guides describe it as a cove where nudism is allowed and it is on the Catalan Naturism Club's 2026 list. Some commercial boat-trip listings call it the only 'authorised' naturist beach on the Costa Brava, which is promotional wording rather than an official designation.
Naturism at Platja Cala Murtra 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.
Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 42.2398, 3.2248
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
Is Cala Murtra a nudist beach?
Yes, in practice. Guides describe it as frequented mainly by nudists and the Catalan Naturism Club lists it, though it has no formal municipal designation.
How do I get there?
Drive about 7 km from Roses towards Cala Montjoi, park by the roadside sign and walk a few minutes down a dirt track.
Are there facilities?
None. There are no bars, toilets or lifeguards.
Is the beach sandy?
It is coarse sand and pebbles; water shoes are useful.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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