Location
Brazil
Status
Unofficial / Tolerated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
November to April
About Praia do Abricó
Praia do Abricó is a small, wild beach in the Grumari environmental protection area on the far western edge of Rio de Janeiro city, just past Prainha and about 30 km from Copacabana. It is Rio's only naturist beach: the city first authorised naturism here in 1994, the practice was blocked by a court injunction until 2003, and municipal law 5.807, signed in November 2014, confirmed that being nude here is not an offence. About 850 m of soft, pale sand sits below forested hills and granite boulders, out of sight of the coast road. The water is open Atlantic and often rough, so swimming needs care. The Associação Naturista de Abricó looks after the beach and enforces standard naturist rules, with members present at weekends; nudity is expected at weekends and holidays, while on weekdays more people keep swimwear on. A few bars sit at the foot of the access stairs, but there are no vendors on the sand.
Getting there
From Recreio dos Bandeirantes, follow the coastal road past Prainha toward Grumari; signs at the bottom of the descent mark the Abricó entrance. Park near the entrance, then take the staircase down to the area with a few bars and turn left past the large boulders to reach the naturist section. Stairs and rocks make it unsuitable for wheelchairs.
What visitors say
Visitors describe a beautiful, unspoilt setting and a calm, respectful atmosphere when the association is present at weekends. On weekdays the beach is quieter and more mixed, and some reports mention onlookers and men behaving badly when no one is supervising. Common tips: go at the weekend if you want a fully naturist atmosphere, and be careful in the surf.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Amenities
Legal context
Naturism was authorised by the city in 1994, suspended by injunction until 2003, and confirmed by municipal law 5.807 of November 2014, which states that nudity at Abricó is not a criminal offence but does not ban clothed bathers. The naturist association enforces nudity on weekends and holidays; it has complained of weak municipal enforcement against voyeurs (reports from 2015 onward).
Naturism at Praia do Abricó sits under Brazil's rules for de facto tolerance — usually left alone if you keep it non-sexual and low-drama.
Full country law: Brazil public nudity guide.
Researched 24 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. -23.0500, -43.5300
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 legal at Abricó?
Yes. A 2014 municipal law confirms that nudity at Abricó is not an offence; it is Rio's only naturist beach.
Is nudity required?
At weekends and holidays the association expects nudity; on weekdays many people wear swimwear.
How do I get there?
Drive past Prainha toward Grumari, follow signs to Abricó, park by the road and take the stairs down.
Are there facilities?
A few bars near the stairs; nothing on the naturist sand itself.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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