Location
Spain
Status
Informal / Traditional
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
About Playa de las Conchas
Playa de las Conchas lies on La Graciosa, the small inhabited island north of Lanzarote, at the foot of Monte Bermejo. The beach is about 600 m of sand inside the Parque Natural del Archipielago Chinijo, and the island falls under the municipality of Teguise. The shore has no infrastructure and no chiringuitos, so visitors bring everything they need. Nudity is common here: a Spanish magazine ranks the beach among the best nudist spots in Spain, and a directory places it among the best places for nudism in the Canaries. The sources do not describe a marked nude zone. The sea is the main drawback: waves and wind are strong, several guides say swimming can be dangerous, and one says it is sometimes prohibited for safety. The ferry from Orzola on the north coast of Lanzarote is the only link, so plan the return crossing. The island is part of the Chinijo archipelago, a protected group of islets north of Lanzarote, which keeps development on the island to a minimum.
Getting there
La Graciosa has no road link to Lanzarote. The crossing is by ferry from Orzola on the north coast of Lanzarote, about 20 minutes according to one guide. From the port, visitors can walk, cycle or take a taxi; one guide gives about 30 minutes by bike to the beach. Driving from Puerto del Carmen to Orzola takes about 45 minutes, according to one route guide. Check the ferry timetable before going. There are no facilities on the beach, so carry water and supplies.
What visitors say
Guides describe a wide sandy beach in a natural setting under Monte Bermejo. Visitors report disappointment with strong waves and currents, and several guides say swimming can be dangerous or not possible. Reports about crowds are inconsistent in the sources read. The tips repeated across guides are to bring all food and water, take rubbish away, and check the sea before going in.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Legal context
No official regulation or signage for nude bathing was found in the sources read. A BeachAtlas guide says nudity is generally tolerated in Spain but mainly confined to designated nudist beaches and naturist campsites, so the position here is tolerated rather than designated. The beach sits inside a natural park, where park rules may apply; check with the park authority.
Naturism at Playa de las Conchas sits under Spain's rules for traditional tolerance — custom more than statute.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Researched 25 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 29.2751, -13.5159
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 Playa de las Conchas a designated nudist beach?
No official designation was found. Nude bathing is reported by guides and directories, so the status is tolerated rather than formally set.
How do I get there?
Take the ferry from Orzola on northern Lanzarote to La Graciosa, then walk, cycle or take a taxi to the beach.
Is it safe to swim?
Guides warn of strong waves and currents, and say swimming is sometimes not possible. Check the sea before you go in.
Is it family friendly?
The sources do not describe it as family oriented. With no facilities and a ferry return to plan, families should prepare carefully.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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