Location
Spain
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Platja de la Murtra
La Murtra, also called El Molí or El Refugi, is a long natural beach on the Maresme coast in Sant Pol de Mar, north of Barcelona, lying between Roques Blanques beach and Can Vilar and ending at the old bunker on the Punta del Refugi. It runs for about 1.25 km but is narrow, only around 30 m deep, and is squeezed between the sea and the coastal railway line, with the N-II road behind. The sand is coarse and golden, typical of the Maresme, and towards the rocky sections it breaks up into small sandy pockets between boulders. Away from the town centre it is rated as isolated, and the Spanish Naturist Federation and the Catalan Naturism Club both list it as a beach of nudist and naturist tradition; nude and clothed bathers share it. Water is usually calm. The beach has showers, toilets and summer lifeguards, but no buildings directly on the sand.
Getting there
Drive along the N-II between Sant Pol de Mar and Calella; cars park at the roadside on the inland (mountain) side of the N-II, and you then cross the railway through a pedestrian tunnel to reach the sand. Rodalies R1 trains stop at Sant Pol de Mar station, from where the beach can be reached on foot along the shore. Parking along the N-II is limited on summer weekends. Access through the underpass and over coarse sand is not suitable for wheelchairs.
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. Sant Pol de Mar has no known designation or ban at La Murtra; it is listed as a beach of nudist tradition by the Spanish Naturist Federation and in the Catalan Naturism Club's 2026 list. No enforcement conflicts were found.
Naturism at Platja de la 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.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 41.5940, 2.6037
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 nudity accepted at La Murtra?
Yes. It is a traditional nudist beach listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation and the Catalan Naturism Club, shared with clothed bathers.
How do I get to the beach from the road?
Park on the inland side of the N-II and walk through the tunnel under the railway to the sand.
Can I get there by train?
Yes, Rodalies R1 trains stop at Sant Pol de Mar, a walk along the shore from the beach.
What facilities are there?
Showers, toilets and lifeguards in summer.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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