Location
Spain
Status
Informal / Traditional
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
About Playa Nudista El Negratin
The naturist area of the Negratin reservoir sits at Cuevas del Campo in the interior of Granada province, far from the coast. It is a freshwater beach, and press coverage describes it as the only inland nudist beach in Andalusia. The naturist section is small: one tourism listing mentions white sand, about six umbrellas, a summer kiosk and a ramp into the water. A separate textile bathing area, for swimwear, lies close to the dam, so the two zones sit near each other. The reservoir has wide views over the water and the surrounding hills. The council reportedly completed cleaning and improvement works across the local beaches in late 2025, including the naturist zone. Sources give no opening dates or formal rules, so check with the council before going. The setting is a reservoir rather than a coastal bay, so bathing here is freshwater bathing with no surf to contend with.
Getting there
Head for Cuevas del Campo, reached from the A-92 Almeria-Sevilla motorway and then the C-323 (A-315) road, following signs for Cuevas del Campo and the Embalse de Negratin, as one guide describes. No public transport is described in the sources read. The walk from the car park to the shore is short, and a ramp helps with getting into the water. The sources do not confirm parking, opening hours or fees. Allow a long drive from the coastal resorts.
Amenities
Legal context
Naturist use is reported by a press article and tourism guides. No municipal ordinance or regional decree designating the naturist zone was found in the sources read. The official Andalusian tourism page returned an HTTP 403 error, so its wording could not be checked. A textile zone sits next to the naturist area, so visitors should follow the signs.
Naturism at Playa Nudista El Negratin 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. 37.5881, -2.8542
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 the Negratin naturist beach official?
The sources read include no official designation, and the official tourism page could not be opened. Treat its status as informal until the council confirms it.
Is there a textile zone?
Yes. A marked area for swimwear lies close to the dam, next to the naturist section.
How do I get there?
By car via the A-92 corridor and the road through Cuevas del Campo, following signs to the reservoir.
Are there facilities?
A summer kiosk and a water ramp are reported. Other services are not described in the sources read.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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