Location
Spain
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Mixed
Best season
All year
About Playa El Charcón
El Charcón is a 325 m beach on the undeveloped north-west coast of Fuerteventura, in La Oliva municipality, between El Cotillo and Majanicho. The sand is white, scattered with stones both on the shore and in the water, and the beach is about 40 m deep. The water is usually calm, but it is a windy spot and is known for windsurfing. Spain's national tourism portal notes that nude bathers frequent the beach, and FEN lists it as a nude-tradition spot. Occupancy is low and there are no lifeguards or services.
Getting there
From El Cotillo, take the unpaved coastal tracks north along the shore towards Majanicho; the beach is reached by car or on foot along these tracks, and access is easy. The nearest paved road is the FV-10. Parking is informal beside the track. There is no shade or water, so bring supplies.
Legal context
Spanish law does not prohibit public nudity, and FEN notes that nudism is legal on any Spanish beach; this beach is on FEN's list of beaches with a traditional nude use. Spain's official tourism portal states that nudists frequent this beach (checked 2026).
Naturism at Playa El Charcón sits under Spain's rules for officially designated nude beaches — explicit protection inside the marked area.
Full country law: Spain public nudity guide.
Naturist status confirmed against an official source on 24 October 2026.
Location
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Approx. 28.7244, -13.9879
Visitor tips
- 1 Official designation: nudity is protected inside the marked area.
- 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 El Charcón a nude beach?
Yes, nude bathers use it regularly, as Spain's tourism portal notes.
Is it calm for swimming?
The water is usually calm, but it is often very windy.
How do I get there?
Along the dirt tracks north of El Cotillo.
Sources
- Federación Española de Naturismo: Playa de El Charcón Official
- spain.info: El Charcón Official
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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