Location
Greece
Status
Informal / Traditional
Suitable for
Adults only
Terrain
Pebble
About Spartines Bay Nude beach
Spartines is a pebble-and-sand bay on Alonnisos, in the northern Sporades, with clear water and a quiet, undeveloped feel. Greeka places it north of the village of Votsi, between high stone walls, and notes that the bay holds several small beaches, with the northernmost the largest. Another guide places it on the south side of the island, so the exact stretch is worth confirming on a map. Naturists use the bay as a regular nude beach, and clothing-optional bathing is normal here. There are no sunbeds, no tavernas and no organised facilities, so visitors need to bring everything they need for a day. The approach is a steady walk, and the pebbles make entry into the water slow and uneven. The bay is popular with people who want a calm swim away from the main village and ferry port.
Getting there
Spartines is reached on foot from Patitiri, the island's capital, in about 45 minutes, following a path that is partly rough. Some visitors reach the bay by boat, but the search did not confirm regular summer boat services. Parking is not described for the bay, and there is no public transport to it, so plan the walk before setting out. The pebbles and steep path make access difficult for wheelchair users.
What visitors say
Visitors and guides describe a calm, clear-water bay that feels remote, with a regular naturist presence and little development. The walk keeps numbers modest, though boat visits in summer add some traffic. The main caveats are the lack of facilities, the pebbles underfoot, and the need to carry supplies for the day. Sources differ on the exact location of the bay on the island.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Legal context
Nudity is not explicitly illegal in Greece on designated nudist beaches, but outside them public nudity can fall under indecent-exposure rules. Spartines is not officially designated as a naturist beach, so its nude use relies on local tolerance and discretion. The search found no local ordinance or enforcement record for this bay.
Naturism at Spartines Bay Nude beach sits under Greece's rules for traditional tolerance — custom more than statute.
Full country law: Greece public nudity guide.
Researched 25 October 2026. No official source confirms naturist status, so treat it as unverified.
Location
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Approx. 39.1566, 23.8789
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 Spartines a nude beach?
Guides describe it as a regular nudist bay with clothing-optional bathing, though there is no official designation.
How do I get to Spartines?
Walk about 45 minutes from Patitiri on a partly rough path, or come by boat in summer.
What facilities are there?
None. No sunbeds, tavernas or shops, so bring water, food and shade.
Is it family friendly?
Sources do not say. The walk, lack of facilities and the nude bathing make it better suited to adults.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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