Location
Spain
Status
Officially Designated
Suitable for
Families and adults
Terrain
Sand
Best season
Year-round; least wind usually in winter
About Zona nudista Arenas Rojas
This is the nudist zone at the eastern end of La Tejita beach, at the foot of Montaña Roja, the red volcanic cone just south-west of El Médano in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona, southern Tenerife. La Tejita is about 1 km of golden sand, one of the few long natural sand beaches in the south of the island, and Montaña Roja is a protected nature reserve. The western half near the car park is used by clothed beachgoers; walking east towards the mountain, the beach becomes more private and nude bathing is the norm close to the base of the cone, where the reddish rock and sand give the spot its name. The Canary Islands tourism board lists a nudist zone here. This is one of the windiest parts of Tenerife, popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers, and the swell is moderate; bathe with caution as no lifeguards are mentioned. The Spanish Naturist Federation also lists a small beach on the far side of Montaña Roja.
Getting there
La Tejita is reached by road from El Médano or Los Abrigos, with a large car park by the western end of the beach and public bus connections. From the car park, walk east along the sand for about 10-15 minutes towards Montaña Roja for the nudist zone. Paths around the mountain are within a nature reserve; stay on marked trails. Sand access only, not wheelchair-friendly.
Amenities
Legal context
Nudity is not prohibited on Spanish beaches, and the Canary Islands' official tourism board identifies a nudist zone at the eastern end of La Tejita near Montaña Roja. The mountain is a protected nature reserve, so climbing off marked paths is not allowed (2026).
Naturism at Zona nudista Arenas Rojas 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. 28.0289, -16.5514
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
Where exactly is the nude zone?
At the eastern end of La Tejita beach, close to the base of Montaña Roja, about a 10-15 minute walk from the car park.
Is it windy?
Very often. This is one of Tenerife's windiest beaches, popular with windsurfers.
Are there facilities?
A large car park, toilets and a restaurant near the western end; none in the nude zone itself.
Is it official?
The Canary Islands tourism board lists a nudist zone at La Tejita.
Sources
Important
Beach status changes. Verify current conditions before you go. This is guidance, not legal advice.
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