Location
Spain
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
June to September
About Playa de la Marina
La Marina is the main beach of the Elche coastal district of the same name, about 13 km from Elche on the southern Costa Blanca. It is a long beach of fine golden sand (FEN gives about 2 km, other sources about 1.1 km), set between El Pinet to the north and Les Pesqueres–El Rebollo to the south. Part of the beach has buildings behind it and part is backed by a large pine wood on dunes. It holds a Blue Flag, has lifeguards, public toilets, sunbed and umbrella rental and a summer kiosk, and is adapted for people with disabilities. FEN lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, but other guides describe it as a family beach and do not mention nude use, so expect most bathers to be clothed and look for quieter sections toward the pinewood or El Pinet.
Getting there
La Marina is reached from the N-332 coast road between Santa Pola and Guardamar del Segura. There is parking in the La Marina district and near the pinewood. The beach has adapted access. The Camping Internacional La Marina is nearby for anyone staying over.
Amenities
Legal context
Spain has no national law against nudity in public. FEN lists La Marina as a nudist-tradition beach, but we found no ordinance or other source describing a nude zone, and it functions as a family beach.
Naturism at Playa de la Marina 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. 38.1388, -0.6367
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 La Marina a nude beach?
The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it, but in practice it is mainly a clothed family beach. Nudity is more likely on quieter stretches.
What facilities are there?
Lifeguards, public toilets, sunbed and umbrella rental, a summer kiosk and adapted access.
Is it good for families?
Yes. It is a Blue Flag beach with full services.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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