Spain naturist beaches

Aigües Blanques (Aguas Blancas, listed by the Consell d'Eivissa as S'Aigua Blanca) is a beach of about 300 m on the north-east coast of Ibiza in Santa Eulària des Riu, below the village of Sant Carles de Peralta. It is the best-known nude beach in the north-east of the island. High clay cliffs ring the bay, and the sand is noticeably darker than on Ibiza's other nude beaches. The cliffs also put the beach in shade in the afternoon: direct sun is best from about 10:00 to 14:00. Nudity is traditional across the beach, but not universal. Guides say naturists tend to gather towards the ends, while clothed visitors cluster near the access point and the two beach bars. One part of the shore has a clay seam that visitors use for mud baths. In season there are sunbeds, parasols and lifeguards, though services are simpler than at Es Cavallet in the south. The beach faces east and north-east, so levante and gregal winds bring heavy surf. On those days the west-coast coves are calmer. Es Figueral, a separate beach, lies just to the south.

Aigüeta de Barbaruens is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Antuerta is a small cove on the open Cantabrian coast in the municipality of Bareyo, next to the larger Arenal de Cuberris near Ajo, between Santander and Laredo. It is about 100 m long and 40 m wide, with golden sand, and is closed in at both ends by headland, rock and scrub, which keeps it secluded. The beach faces the full Atlantic swell. Conditions are windy with strong waves and currents, and it is a known surf spot. Occupancy is low even in summer. Spain's national tourism portal lists Antuerta as a nudist beach. Another beach database marks it as non-nudist, so expect a mix, with nude use most likely on quiet days and away from the surfers. There are no services beyond bins and regular cleaning, so bring water and shade. Flags warn of hazards, and lifeguard cover is listed in season, but the currents make it a poor choice for weak swimmers or small children.

Arenal de Sa Ràpita is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Basses Coll de Nargó is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Faneroque is a remote black-sand cove on the wild north-west coast of Gran Canaria, south of Agaete and Puerto de las Nieves, below the cliffs of the Tamadaba Natural Park. Locals sometimes call it tractor beach after an old tractor left rusting on the sand. The cove is roughly 260 m long and 65 m wide. Dark volcanic sand is mixed with boulders, and it is backed by steep, unstable slopes. There are no buildings, services or lifeguards, and the nearest hamlet is El Risco. Because it is so hard to reach, it gets few visitors, and guides to Gran Canaria's beaches count it among the island's nudist spots. Most visitors are hikers who come for the isolation, so nude sunbathing is the norm rather than the exception. The Atlantic here is often rough and windy. The beach can only be reached and enjoyed around low tide, as the rising sea cuts off the way back along the shore. Rockfalls are a real risk at the foot of the cliffs.

Beach Jarugo is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Beach Punta de Algas is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Sant Pere Pescador's shoreline is part of the long, unbuilt sweep of sand in the Gulf of Roses just south of the mouth of the Fluvià, on the edge of the Aiguamolls de l'Empordà wetlands. Low dunes back the beach, there are no buildings on the shore, and large campsites sit behind it. The steady tramuntana wind makes it one of Catalonia's best-known kitesurfing and windsurfing beaches. The nude section listed by the Club Català de Naturisme is Platja del Cortal de la Vila, the central stretch of the Sant Pere Pescador shore. The club's list mixes fully nudist beaches with ones where nudity is only partial, and does not say which applies here. In practice, expect nude and clothed bathers to share the sand. The beach is fine sand that shelves gently into the water, and with several kilometres of shoreline it is easy to find space away from the camping entrances, even in August.

Bordenares (also El Lance del Bordenares) is an isolated stretch of coast at the southern end of Mojácar, past Macenas, where the road heads towards Carboneras and the Cabo de Gata-Níjar park. Sources give its length at around 600-700 m, and some guides speak of about a kilometre. It mixes dark volcanic rock with patches of golden sand and gravel. The water is usually calm and clear, which makes it a favourite for snorkelling among the rocks, and a rock outcrop shaped like an elephant stands out in the sea. There is no development behind the beach, only dry hills, so there is no natural shade. Beach databases classify it as partly nudist, and travel guides describe it as a naturist beach. Nude and clothed visitors share the beach. It stays fairly quiet even in high season. Nearby Barranco de Sopalmo and El Sombrerico have their own records.

Cala Aguilar is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Almadrava is a small cove of about 100 m on the Rincón de Loix side of Benidorm, tucked under the cliffs at the foot of the Serra Gelada natural park, just past the high-rises of Levante beach. It is a sheltered nook of rocks with patches of sand and pebbles between them, and the cliffs keep the water calm and very clear. The rocky seabed is full of fish, so snorkelling is the main activity. The regional tourism board says plainly that it is not a naturist beach, but that nudism is commonly practised there. Local guides describe it as a shared cove where nude and clothed bathers mix, with nudists present all year. Neighbouring coves such as Cala del Tío Ximo are nearby. There are no sunbeds, umbrellas or bars, but a lifeguard is posted in summer. Because it is so close to Benidorm's hotels, it can feel busy for its size on summer afternoons.

Cala Argilaga is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Atalaya is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Bassa is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Bella Dona is a small, sheltered cove on the south-west coast of Mallorca in Calvià, below the Sol de Mallorca housing estate near Cala Falcó. Locally it goes by several older names, including Caló de sa Nostra Dama, Caló de la Dona Morta, Caló de ses Paparres and Caló des Suro. The Balearic tourism board states that Calvià town council has declared it a naturist beach, so nude bathing applies to the whole cove rather than to a marked section. It is a quiet spot reached by a staircase from the estate, with no beach facilities, and the water is notably clear, which draws snorkellers and divers. Offshore lies the islet of Illot del Sec, known for the wreck of an ancient Greek ship. Calvià's better-known official nude beach, El Mago at Portals Vells, is also in the municipality, and guides often mention the two together. Expect a small bay rather than a long beach.

Cala Blanca is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Brafi is a narrow rocky inlet on Mallorca's east coast in Felanitx municipality, about 2.5 km south of Portocolom and just beyond the Cala Marçal holiday area. The inlet runs roughly 130 m inland and averages about 50 m across, but the actual beach at its head is tiny, around 40 by 20 m of sand mixed with pebbles, stones and rock slabs; a single traditional boat shelter stands on one side. The Balearic beach register, as reproduced by the Mallorca.com guide, records naturism at the cove and lists the surroundings as a nature conservation area. Nude and clothed visitors share the whole beach; there is no separate section. The sea floor is sand and weed, entry is over stones and the water deepens quickly, so it suits swimmers and snorkellers more than small children. Shade is limited to a few spots under rocks and shrubs. There is no kiosk, toilet, lifeguard or sunbed hire. Because it can only be reached on foot or by small boat, numbers stay modest, although a few groups are enough to fill it in July and August. Cala Estreta lies a rough 20-25 minute scramble further along the coast.

Cala Calderer is a small, unspoilt cove on the north coast of Menorca in Es Mercadal, reached only on foot along the Camí de Cavalls coastal path. FEN lists it as about 90 m long and unusually deep (about 80 m) for its size, with golden sand, strong surf at times and very few people. There is no building or service of any kind. The walk in keeps numbers low, and the cove is listed by FEN as one where nude bathing is customary. The north coast is exposed to the tramuntana wind, so it is calmest on days of southerly wind.

The Cabo de la Huerta (Cap de l'Horta) is the low rocky headland that separates Alicante's Albufereta and Postiguet side from the long Playa de San Juan, a few kilometres north-east of the city centre. Its shore is broken into a string of small coves (Cala de los Judíos, Cala Cantalar and Cala de la Palmera, the last within sight of the lighthouse) with patches of golden sand between flat limestone shelves. The city's tourism office lists a naturist area among the services of these coves, and Spain's national tourism portal notes that some of them are naturist. Press and travel guides consistently name Cala Cantalar (Cantalares) and Cala de la Palmera as the coves where nude bathing happens, usually on the flat rocks rather than the sand. The setting is semi-urban: villas and apartment blocks sit right behind the coves, and footpaths run along the cape through protected native scrub. The water is generally calm and clear, and the rocky bottom makes it a popular snorkelling and diving spot. The coves are small, so space on the rocks is limited on summer weekends, and nude and clothed bathers share the area.

Cala Cap de Planes is a small, secluded cove on the Costa Brava between Palamós and Calella de Palafrugell, on the stretch of wild coast that runs north from Platja del Castell toward Cap Roig. It sits directly opposite the Illes Formigues, a cluster of rocky islets about 800 m offshore, and a fisherman's house with a boat ramp stands at one end. The Club Català de Naturisme includes it in its list of nude beaches in the Baix Empordà, grouped with the neighbouring coves Cala Estreta, Cala del Crit and Roca Bona, so the whole cove is used nude rather than a marked part. The coast here is backed by pine woods and rocky headlands; the water is clear and popular for snorkelling and diving. There are no bars, toilets or showers, and the walk in keeps numbers down compared with the beaches near Palamós. It works well as a stop on the coastal path, linking several small naturist coves in a single walk.

Cala Carbón is a small, isolated cove in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería, on the stretch of coast between Mónsul beach and the Vela Blanca headland. It belongs to the group of secluded coves near Vela Blanca, together with Cala Arena and Cala Rajá. The national beach data reproduced by Idealista gives it about 150 m by 15 m, calm water and low occupancy even in high season, and lists it as a nudist beach; hotel and regional guides also place the Vela Blanca coves among the area's nude options. The whole cove is used nude; there is no marked section. The setting is the volcanic landscape typical of Cabo de Gata, with dark rock and bare hills behind, and the cove lies directly below the barrier that closes the dirt road to vehicles, so you can look down on it before descending. Apart from cleaning, no services are listed. The SL-A 105 Vela Blanca trail passes above it on the way to the Mirador de las Sirenas and the 15th-century watchtower.

Cala Chica del Barronal is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala del Aceite is a cove on the Costa de la Luz just north of Conil de la Frontera in Cádiz, below the cliffs between Conil and the Urbanización Roche. It is backed by the Camping Cala del Aceite, which has a dedicated naturist section, and the cove itself is shared by campers from both the naturist and textile parts of the site. The beach has a beach bar, cleaning and lifeguard service in season, and some guides list it as nudist or as having a naturist area. In practice, reports agree that nudity on the main beach is uncommon in summer, when it is largely used by clothed bathers and topless sunbathing is more typical; one guide attributes the decline to the arrival of the beach bar. Naturists who want to be nude on the sand usually scramble over the rocks to the small neighbouring coves of Melchor, Pitones and Sudario, which are more sheltered and secluded.

Cala Es Canaret is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Fonda, better known locally as Waikiki, is a small sandy cove on the coast about 6 km north-east of Tarragona city, tucked below cliffs and the pine woodland of the Bosc de la Marquesa. There are no buildings in sight and no road down to the sand, which is a large part of its appeal. The beach is a short arc of sand enclosed by cliffs and thick vegetation, with clear water that is usually calm in summer. It has long been used for nude bathing and appears on the naturist federation's Catalonia list and on the Club Català de Naturisme's list of Catalan nude beaches; the club has also held events there, including a 2024 naturist human chain. In practice the cove is mixed: a 2018 local press report noted that on busy summer weekends it can hold more people than the lifeguarded Savinosa beach, and that by then swimsuits had become more common than nude bathing. Nudists tend to keep to one part of the sand. There are no services of any kind. Its neighbour to the south, Roca Plana, is a separate cove with a similar character.

Cala Honda is a small, isolated cove on the undeveloped coast of Lorca in the far south-west of the Murcia region, between Calnegre and the Águilas boundary. It lies at the mouth of a rambla, a dry gully that carries flash-flood water to the sea, and the sediment it brings down has built a small delta of dark sand and fine gravel. The beach is about 100 m long and 20 m wide, with calm water on most summer days and no buildings or services nearby. The Spanish naturist federation lists it among Murcia's beaches of traditional nude use, and a local guide to the Lorca coast notes that, like the other remote coves along this stretch (Siscal, Cuartel del Ciscar, Cala de San Pedro, Baño de las Mujeres), it draws people who prefer to swim without a costume. The whole beach is used; there is no separate nude section. Visitor numbers are low, made up mostly of couples and small groups who have driven the track from Calnegre. The only officially designated nude beach in the municipality is Cala Junquera, a little further along.

Cala Jugadora is a small cove on the rugged north-east face of the Cap de Creus peninsula, inside the Cap de Creus Natural Park, a few kilometres from Cadaqués and close to the Cap de Creus lighthouse. It sits at the end of a dry stream bed between bare rocky headlands, with no buildings and almost no vegetation around it. The beach is short, roughly 15 m across, made of coarse sand, gravel and stones, and the seabed below is rock, which makes the very clear water good for snorkelling; the area is a marine protection zone and fish are plentiful. It faces away from the worst of the tramuntana in many conditions, but the north wind can still make the sea rough. Nude bathing is the norm here: the Club Català de Naturisme includes it in its list of Catalan nude beaches (Alt Empordà section), alongside other Cap de Creus coves such as Cala Nans and the s'Alqueria beaches. It attracts mainly couples and walkers; numbers stay low even in summer because of the walk and limited parking.

Cala Llobella is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Macarella is a white-sand cove on Menorca's south coast, about 18 km south-east of Ciutadella, between Cala Galdana and Cala Macarelleta inside the Natural Area of Special Interest of the south coast of Ciutadella. Pine-covered limestone cliffs enclose very clear, shallow turquoise water, and yachts often anchor in the bay. The nude bathing here centres on Cala Macarelleta, the smaller sister cove reached by a coastal path about 10 minutes west of Macarella: the Balearic tourism board describes it as a nudist beach about 140 m long with a wide rocky section, and other guides call it the cove with the most nude bathers on the island. Nude sunbathing is also seen on parts of Macarella itself, but the main beach is mostly clothed. Menorca's local paper notes the two coves' historic nudist tradition has been fading as summer crowds have grown, and both are among the busiest beaches on the island in July and August. Macarelleta has no services; Macarella has a beach bar nearby and buoyed swimming zones.

Cala Marquesa is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Mica is a small, undeveloped beach on Menorca's wild north coast in the municipality of Es Mercadal, between the larger beaches of Binimel·là to the west and Cavalleria to the east. It lies within the North Menorca Marine Reserve, and no buildings are visible from the sand. The beach is about 170 m long and 32 m wide, of medium-grained sand (one guide calls it orange-tinted) with rocks on both flanks and pebbles at the waterline; the entry into the sea runs over a rocky shelf, so water shoes are useful. The water is clear, but this coast is exposed to the tramuntana north wind, which can make it rough. The Balearic tourism board describes it as a nudist beach, and the whole beach is used nude rather than a separate section. It is noticeably quieter than Cavalleria, with few people even in midsummer, and attracts walkers on the Camí de Cavalls coastal path as well as people coming from the nearby car park. Cap de Cavalleria, with cliffs around 80 m high, is a short walk away for views.

Cala Moltó is a small rocky cove on the north-east tip of Mallorca, in the municipality of Capdepera, about 3 km north of the resort of Cala Ratjada. It sits just beyond the far (northern) end of the much larger Cala Agulla, tucked behind the Punta des Gulló headland and backed by pine woods. The cove is roughly 100 m long and only about 10 m deep. Despite being catalogued as a sand beach, it is mostly flat rock platforms and ledges with small pockets of sand and gravel between them, so most people lie on the stone. Getting into the water means stepping off rocks that can be slippery, and the cove is open to north-west winds, which can raise a swell quickly. The water is clear and is part of the Llevant de Mallorca marine reserve, which makes it popular for snorkelling. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Moltó as a beach of traditional nudist use, and guide sites describe nude bathing as normal here, with clothed and nude visitors sharing the rocks. There is no designated nude section: the whole cove is used, and the scattered rock shelves give groups some privacy. The land behind it has been protected as an Area of Special Natural Interest since 1991, along with Cala Agulla and Cala Mesquida.

Cala Morisca is a cove on the Garraf coast within Sitges municipality, between the village of Garraf and the cement works at Vallcarca, less than 15 km south-west of Barcelona. It sits at the mouth of a valley in the Garraf massif, hemmed in by steep, scrub-covered limestone slopes, and is about 140 m long and 50 m deep. The shore is a mix of golden sand and rounded stones, and the water is usually calm. Unlike most nude coves near Barcelona, it is not a wild beach: a large beach club with a terrace and pool overlooks the sand, and there are rental sunbeds, umbrellas, toilets and showers. Spain's national tourism portal notes that nudism is practised here, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among the traditionally naturist beaches of Barcelona province, while openly criticising the commercial services and the expensive parking. Nudity is accepted across the beach rather than in a marked zone, though the mix of nude and clothed visitors shifts with the crowd at the beach club. Occupancy is rated high in summer, and the cove draws a mixed crowd of Barcelona day-trippers and naturist regulars.

Cala Mundina is a tiny cove on the Serra d'Irta coast at Alcossebre, in the municipality of Alcalà de Xivert (Castellón). It lies directly below the Alcossebre lighthouse (the Irta cape light), at the mouth of the Melentivet ravine, inside the Serra d'Irta Natural Park. The cove is U-shaped and only about 25 m long and 15 m deep, with a shore of rounded boulders, gravel and coarse sand rather than fine sand, and rocks either side that are good for snorkelling. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of traditional nudist use and rates it isolated with low occupancy; the regional tourist board describes it simply as a wild, unserviced cove where mountain meets sea. Because it is so small, the whole cove functions as the nude area when naturists are present. FEN notes that the neighbouring beaches, Ribamar to the north and Cala Blanca to the south, are also used by nudists, so it fits into a chain of naturist spots along this protected coast. Sea conditions can be choppy, so it suits strong swimmers on calm days.

Cala Màrmols (also Caló des Màrmols) is a remote cove on the south-east coast of Mallorca in the municipality of Santanyí, several kilometres north-east of the Cap de ses Salines lighthouse. It is enclosed by pale limestone cliffs, with no road, buildings or tourist infrastructure anywhere near it. The beach is small, roughly 40 m long and 35 m wide, of pale sand mixed with smooth pebbles, and the water shades from turquoise to deep blue, calm on most summer days and very good for snorkelling. Because the only land access is a long, shadeless coastal walk, the cove stays quiet even in July and August; the main company is a handful of other hikers and the occasional boat anchored offshore. Nude bathing is common: guides and the national beach listing data reproduced by property portals classify it as a nudist beach, and hiking guides note that discreet naturism is not unusual. There is no designated nude section; nude and clothed visitors share the small beach. Everything you need must be carried in and out.

Cala Naiara is a narrow strip of sand on the Maresme coast at Montgat, just north-east of Barcelona, squeezed between the coastal railway and the sea about 100 m south of Montgat station. It was formerly known as Cala Taps; the current name honours a local naturist who looked after and cleaned it. The Spanish Naturist Federation describes it as roughly 210 m long but only about 7 m wide, with golden sand and calm water, and as a quiet spot used by committed naturists. The Diputació de Barcelona's tourism portal lists it among the Maresme's nudist areas, alongside Platja de Ponent in El Masnou and La Musclera in Arenys de Mar, noting that local naturists share them with visitors arriving from Barcelona by train. There is no separate nude section; the small beach as a whole is used nude. Its main problem is erosion. In 2020 FEN reported that the sand had almost disappeared and that a sign prohibited access, although people still went. Expect very little beach at high tide or after winter storms, no facilities and the noise of passing trains.

Cala Nans is a small, remote cove at the southern end of the Cadaqués bay on the Cap de Creus peninsula, below the Cala Nans lighthouse, first lit in 1874. It is the last of a string of coves reached by the coastal path south of town and has no road access or buildings near the shore. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among Girona's beaches of traditional nudist use, rating it isolated and lightly used, about 125 m long and 11 m deep. The shore is rounded stones over a rock base rather than sand, and the clear, usually calm water is good for snorkelling among the rocks. Because few people make the walk, the cove is usually quiet and the whole beach can be used nude. The surroundings are the bare, wind-carved slate and scrub typical of Cap de Creus, with almost no natural shade.

Cala Olivera is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Petita is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Pilar (Cala del Pilar) is a remote 250 m beach of soft golden sand on the wild north coast of Menorca, in Ciutadella. It sits in a public estate managed by Spain's national parks body, so the land behind is protected woodland and scrub with no buildings. The water is clear but exposed to the north, so there can be a moderate swell. Because of the long walk in, it is rarely crowded, and it has long been one of Menorca's beaches with nude use, as a 2024 report in the local press noted. There are no bars, toilets or lifeguards.

Cala'n Porter is a deep, narrow inlet on Menorca's south coast, in the municipality of Alaior, at the foot of the resort village of the same name. Two tall limestone cliffs enclose a beach of fine white sand about 120 m long and 40 m deep; the enclosure shelters the water so well that it behaves like a natural swimming pool. The cliffs on the eastern side hold the well-known Cova d'en Xoroi cave bar. The Spanish Naturist Federation includes Cala'n Porter in its list of Menorcan beaches with naturist tradition, but this is a semi-urban Blue Flag beach with sunbed rental, restaurants and water sports, heavily used by families. A 2024 article in Menorca's daily paper notes that FEN itself flags the beach as one of doubtful nudist history. In practice, nude bathing here is occasional and low-key, and visitors wanting a genuinely naturist atmosphere generally walk to Cales Coves, the next inlet west, which has a stronger tradition. There is no marked nude section.

Cala Pregonda is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Presili, also called Cala Capifort, is an undeveloped beach on Menorca's north-east coast in the municipality of Maó, just south of the Cap de Favàritx lighthouse. It lies at the edge of the s'Albufera des Grau Natural Park, a wetland on bird migration routes, and the dark slate headland of Favàritx shelters it from the worst of the tramuntana wind. The beach is a stretch of light sand backed by low dunes and slopes, with clear, shallow water and rocky edges that suit snorkelling. The Balearic tourism board describes it as a nudist beach, and Menorca's daily paper includes it among the Spanish Naturist Federation's Menorcan beaches with nudist tradition. It is the first beach reached from the Favàritx car park along the Camí de Cavalls, with Cala Tortuga about 1 km further on. There are no buildings and no services, and nudity is generally accepted across the beach, though it is shared with walkers and clothed bathers.

Cala Roja is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala de San Pedro is a remote bay in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería, north-east of the village of Las Negras, with no road access. A crescent of golden sand about 225 m long sits below volcanic hills, with the ruins of an old coastal castle above it and a freshwater spring. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of traditional nudist use and describes it as one of the last hippie enclaves in Spain. A small community lives in caves and makeshift houses in the valley behind the beach, some for years, which gives the place a distinctive alternative atmosphere. Nudity is normal across the whole beach, among residents and visitors alike. FEN mentions informal bars, one on the beach and one in the castle area. Despite its fame, occupancy is generally low outside August because of the walk, and the water is usually calm and very clear. Overnight camping is officially prohibited in the park, though tents appear in summer.

Cala Saona is the main beach on Formentera's west coast, in the Sant Francesc Xavier area, facing Ibiza and the islets of Es Vedrà and Es Vedranell. It is a deep bay of fine white and golden sand, about 140 m wide, enclosed by reddish sandstone cliffs on both sides, with turquoise, shallow water that is usually calm. Because it faces west it is one of Formentera's best sunset spots. A large hotel and a couple of restaurants stand above the beach, sunbeds are rented, and lifeguards work in season, so it is a busy, semi-urban family beach in July and August. The Spanish Naturist Federation still lists it among Formentera's beaches of traditional nudist use, reflecting the island's long-standing tolerance of nude bathing, but it does not specify a section. In practice nudity is less common here than at Ses Illetes or Migjorn; naturists tend to settle away from the hotel, towards the rocky edges of the bay, and on quieter days.

Cala Tamariua is a cove about 2-3 km north-east of El Port de la Selva on the Alt Empordà coast of the Costa Brava, on the edge of the Cap de Creus area. It is roughly 100 m long and 20-60 m deep, made up of coarse dark sand, gravel and stones, and sheltered between two hills, with very clear water that is popular for snorkelling. The Costa Brava tourist board lists it as a cove where nudism is allowed, and Spain's national tourism site notes that, depending on the part of the beach, it can be full of nudists. In practice it is mixed: visitors describe a partly nude crowd, with nude bathers spread along the cove rather than in a fenced-off section. Occupancy is usually medium; it is busy in July and August and much quieter in spring and autumn. It is unspoilt, with only bins and cleaning, and can be windy when the north wind blows. The coastal path continues from here to further small coves, including Cala Tavallera.

Cala Tarida is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Tavallera (also written Taballera) is a remote cove on the Cap de Creus coast, about 5 km by path north-east of El Port de la Selva, and one of the wildest beaches on the Costa Brava. It is about 170 m long, made of pebbles and gravel, surrounded by bare rock formations, with a dense Posidonia seagrass meadow offshore that makes it good for snorkelling. There is no road: it can only be reached by a walk of about two hours or by boat, so it is almost empty much of the year, although boats moor in the bay in summer. A shelter near the beach is sometimes used by hikers for the night, and Time Out notes it is also known as the Lovers' Cove. The Club Català de Naturisme includes Cala Tavallera on its 2026 list of Catalan nudist beaches, where some beaches are fully and others partly nudist; nude bathing here is customary because of the isolation, not signposted. There are no facilities of any kind.

Cala Torta is a wild, half-moon bay on the north-east coast of Mallorca in the municipality of Artà, within the Llevant natural area and next to the smaller Cala Matzoc. The beach is about 130-150 m of white sand backed by dunes, dwarf palms and pines, framed by low rocks, with turquoise water that is often lively because the bay faces the open sea. There are no permanent facilities beyond bins, though seasonal food and drink is listed. Nudity has long been part of the scene: Mallorca Magazin notes that not only nudists sunbathe on it, and the Ultima Hora newspaper (June 2026) describes Cala Torta and Cala Matzoc as wild beaches where full nudity is a common sight in summer. Nude bathers mix with clothed visitors along the whole beach, with nudity more frequent at the quieter ends. It is no longer a secret and is often busy in high season, but the poor approach track keeps numbers down compared with resort beaches. Waves are typically moderate and can build on windy days.

Cala Varques is an undeveloped cove on Mallorca's east coast in Manacor municipality, south of Porto Cristo, reached only on foot or by boat. The main beach is about 90-100 m of fine pale sand in a pine-fringed inlet, with clear, shallow water; on the rocky sides there are sea caves and arches that attract experienced snorkellers. Nudism is common but not official: Mallorca Magazin says nudists and other bathers get on well here partly because the bay has two separate areas divided by about 150 m of sharp rocks, and the Barceló guide notes that the tiny coves to the south keep a naturist spirit. Nude bathers therefore tend to use the side areas and southern coves rather than the middle of the main sand. There are no toilets, showers, lifeguards or fixed bars, although informal vendors sometimes appear in peak season. Late morning to mid-afternoon in July and August can be busy, and boats often anchor offshore.

Cala Virgili is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala Xarraca is a small cove on Ibiza's north coast in Sant Joan de Labritja, about 3.5 km from Portinatx. It is roughly 90 m of unusual dark sand and gravel, split into three parts: a busier central beach with sunbed and umbrella hire, a restaurant (Cala Xarraca, open in summer) and toilets, and two smaller, more secluded areas on either side among the rocks. Nude bathing happens on the side areas, mostly on the right-hand side as you face the sea, following the line of rocks, where naturists have been going openly for years; the central part is clothed. On the left side of the bay is a natural clay mud bath that people smear on, and the rocky shoreline makes for excellent snorkelling in very clear, calm water. It is not an official nudist beach, but the nude area is well known and accepted by regulars. Because the beach is small, it fills up in summer and the limited parking runs out early.

Cala d'en Carlos is a small cove on the eastern side of the Llorell bay, about 3 km south-west of Tossa de Mar on the Costa Brava. It is about 50 m long and 20 m deep, with golden sand, and it sits below wooded slopes. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among Girona's beaches of traditional naturist use. FEN also notes that nudism is reportedly more common at neighbouring Cala Figueres, which has a small parking area in front of it. Unlike many nude coves on this coast, Cala d'en Carlos has a beach bar. FEN reports a chiringuito, Mar Azul, and showers, but no lifeguard. Occupancy is rated high. Expect a mix of nude and clothed bathers, especially in peak season, when campers from the Llorell area use the bay. Sea conditions are usually moderate.

Cala d'Aigua Dolç, often just called La Cala, is a rocky cove at the far southern end of Les Rotes in Dénia, beyond the small beach of Les Arenetes, beneath the cliffs of the Montgó massif. It lies within the Cap de Sant Antoni marine reserve, and the water is among the clearest on this part of the Costa Blanca. The cove has no sand at all: it is rock and boulders, with estimates of its length ranging from about 50 m to 180 m depending on how much of the rocky shore is counted. It is traditionally naturist. Nude bathers gather mainly on the right-hand side near where the stairs arrive, although some spread across the rest of the cove; clothed visitors are not excluded. On the left, beyond some rocks, there are sea caves (do not enter, they can collapse) and plenty of sea urchins, so water shoes are wise. Snorkelling and diving inside the reserve require prior authorisation from the regional fisheries office. There are no facilities, and in August it gets very crowded.

Cala de Bosch is one of three small beaches on Espalmador, the uninhabited islet that lies between Ibiza and Formentera at the northern tip of Formentera, just across a shallow channel from Ses Illetes. The other two are Sa Torreta and the much larger and busier Racó de s'Alga, where most boat visitors land. Cala de Bosch is a sandy cove of about 150 by 20 metres, backed by low cliffs and vegetation, with calm water and few people. It lies within the protected Ses Salines natural park, and the islet has no development, bars or restaurants. Guides to nude beaches on Ibiza and Formentera recommend walking on from s'Alga to Sa Torreta or to Cala de Bosch, where visitors can swim and sunbathe completely nude; nudity has a long tradition on Espalmador's beaches. The whole islet can be walked in around two hours, so many visitors combine several coves in one trip. Bring water, food and shade, as there is nothing to buy on the island.

Playa (or Cala) de la Grúa is a small official nudist beach on the protected coast west of Bolnuevo in Mazarrón, Murcia, along the wild stretch through the Sierra de las Moreras towards Puntas de Calnegre. Murcia's regional tourism office lists it as a nudist beach in a natural setting, and it is described as the third of the official naturist beaches on the 12 km coastal track from Bolnuevo. The beach is short, about 85 metres long and 12-18 metres wide, made of gravel and coarse sand with pebbles, and banks of posidonia seagrass often cover the shore; the beaches here are not machine-cleaned. Remains of cut stone blocks on the Punta de la Grúa are traces of an 18th-century loading port that gave the cove its name. The sea is usually calm, there are large seagrass meadows offshore, and visitor numbers are low. There are no services of any kind. A coastal track links it with neighbouring Playa Amarilla and the other naturist coves of the area.

Cala de La Polacra is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Llucalcari is a tiny hamlet on Mallorca's north-west coast in the Serra de Tramuntana, between Deià and Sóller, and below it lies a small rocky cove sometimes called Es Canyaret. It is not a sandy beach: the shore is rock and pebbles under steep, pine-covered slopes, with clear water. The cove is frequented by naturists, and it is also known for small pools formed by a freshwater spring, where visitors coat themselves in clay mud before rinsing off in the sea. Local press lists it among Mallorca's spots for nudism, describing it as a favourite for people seeking privacy and direct contact with nature, while also noting it has one of the more complicated approaches. Guides warn it is not suited to families with small children who need sand and gently shelving water. There are no services, so this is a place for a quiet swim, a mud bath and views of the Tramuntana coast rather than a full beach day.

Platja de Sa Torreta is an undeveloped beach on Menorca's north-east coast, in the municipality of Maó, inside the S'Albufera des Grau natural park north of the village of Es Grau. It is a protected virgin beach that can only be reached on foot, by bike or by sea, and like neighbouring La Morella it is backed by dunes and associated marshland, with a small pine wood behind the sand that gives some shade. Sa Torreta appears on the Spanish Naturist Federation's list of Menorca beaches with a nudist tradition, alongside nearby Cala Tamarells, Sa Mesquida and others. Menorca has no officially designated nudist beaches: nudity is a matter of local custom, and no beach on the island is reserved for either nude or clothed bathers. Because of the walk-in access and lack of any facilities, Sa Torreta stays quiet compared with the island's car-accessible beaches, and it is a common stop for kayakers paddling the coast from Es Grau.

Cala de San Pedro is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala dels Testos (Los Tiestos) is a small, discreet cove on the cliff coast of El Poble Nou de Benitatxell, between Xàbia and Moraira on the northern Costa Blanca. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist cove and notes that Benitatxell has only two coves, El Moraig and Los Tiestos, both with a nudist tradition. It is roughly 100 to 150 metres long, of gravel, with calm, clear water and low occupancy, enclosed by high cliffs. There are no lifeguards or showers. The federation suggests that arriving by sea is easiest: the footpath down offers spectacular views but is difficult and not well suited to families. We found no other published description, so check conditions locally, as cliff paths on this coast are sometimes closed for rockfall risk. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Cala Trebalúger is a cove of fine white sand on Menorca's south coast in the municipality of Es Migjorn Gran, at the mouth of a deep, wooded ravine (barranc) whose stream forms a small lagoon behind the beach. It is about 140 m long and 40 m deep, with calm, clear turquoise water framed by limestone cliffs and pines. With no road access, it stays far quieter than the neighbouring Cala Mitjana and Cala Galdana, and that relative isolation has made it one of the island's best-loved nude beaches; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it, and other guides describe nudity as common. There are no services of any kind: no lifeguard, toilets, bar or showers. Boats anchor offshore on summer days, so mornings are the quietest time. Bring water and shade, as the walk in is hot.

Cala de la Barra Grande is a small cove in Altea on the Costa Blanca, tucked in beside the Punta del Mascarat headland between Altea and Calp. It is a cove of boulders and rocks with almost no sand, and its traditional use is nudist. Swimsuits are not banned, so the cove is shared, and local guides ask clothed visitors to respect naturists and everyone to avoid photographing people who are nude. Nudity is accepted along most of the cove. There are no services at all: no lifeguard post, showers, walkways or bar. The water is clear and good for snorkelling, and the rocky bottom makes water shoes useful. Because the way down is steep and unsigned, the cove sees few visitors even in summer, which is part of its appeal for nude bathers looking for a quiet spot on a heavily developed stretch of coast.

Cala de la Gruta is a tiny boulder-and-gravel cove, roughly 40 m long, on the wild Lorca coast inside the Cabo Cope y Puntas de Calnegre regional park. Bare hills rise behind it and nothing is built nearby. It sees few visitors, and the clear, usually calm water makes it a peaceful spot for a nude swim. There is no sand to speak of and no services, so water shoes, shade and supplies are worth bringing. Neighbouring Cala Junquera is Lorca's officially recognised nude beach.

Cala de las mulas is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala de les Puntes del Moro is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala de los Judíos is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala del Cañuelo is a nudist-friendly beach in Nerja, Andalusia, Spain. Nudity is optional. On-site amenities include restrooms, food & drinks, parking.

Cala del Pi is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala del Portixol is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala del Senyor Ramon, also called Cala de la Corcollada, is an isolated cove on the cliff-lined stretch of the Costa Brava between Tossa de Mar and Sant Feliu de Guíxols. It belongs to Santa Cristina d'Aro, though it lies about 11 km from that town's centre. The cove is roughly 150 m long and about 15 m deep, with a mix of sand and large boulders. The small Canyet islets lie to the left, and the tiny Concagats cove sits to the right beyond the rocks. Pine-covered cliffs rise straight behind it, and boats often anchor offshore in summer. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach with a long naturist tradition, and nudity is the norm across the whole cove. FEN's listing mentions a beach bar, toilets and litter bins but no lifeguard, and rates occupancy as medium. Waves are usually moderate. Do not sit right under the cliffs, because rockfall is a risk. It is one of the best-known nude coves on the southern Costa Brava.

Cala del Volante is a tiny cove on the rugged coast south of Peñíscola in Castellón, below the hills of the Serra d'Irta. It is only about 30 m long and 20 m deep. The shore is mostly large boulders and pebbles, with some patches of fine golden sand, and it is backed by low cliffs. The Valencian regional tourism board groups it with Cala Ordí, Cala Badum and Cala Argilaga as the coves of Peñíscola's southern coast. Many of these coves sit against the backdrop of the Serra d'Irta Natural Park. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Volante as a beach of traditional naturist use, describes it as semi-urban with low occupancy, and says it has no lifeguard or showers. Because it is so small and stony, it suits a few people who come to swim and snorkel off the rocks rather than spend a full beach day. Water conditions are usually moderate. Bring sturdy footwear and something soft to lie on.

Cala Matzoc (Es Matzoc) is a wild, undeveloped cove on the north-east coast of Mallorca, in the municipality of Artà, between Sa Font Celada and Cala Estreta. It lies inside the Llevant Peninsula Natural Park and the Llevant marine reserve. No buildings are in sight, and steep cliffs partly shelter it. The beach is about 80 m long and mixes fine sand with pebbles, coarse gravel and banks of dried posidonia seagrass. Above it, on the Faralló d'Aubarca, stands the round 18th-century Torre des Matzoc watchtower. Nude bathing is common here in summer, though no area is officially designated. Mallorca's daily Última Hora named Matzoc and neighbouring Cala Torta (listed by FEN) as Artà coves where full nudity is a normal sight in season. Because it can only be reached on foot, it is the quietest of the Cala Torta, Cala Mitjana and Cala Estreta group, even though it gets busy in peak season. Swimming is dangerous when the wind is from the north-west through to the east.

Cala dorada is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

La Vinyeta is one of a string of small coves known collectively as Les Roques, on the rocky stretch of the Maresme coast just south of Calella lighthouse, about 50 km north-east of Barcelona. The group includes Rocapins, La Vinyeta, Cala d'en Pere and Roca Grossa, separated by granite boulders and backed by pines, low cliffs and the N-II road and railway. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists the Les Roques coves as a traditionally nudist beach, about 740 m of mixed golden sand and big rocks in total, with calm water and high summer occupancy. Nudity is not confined to one marked cove: La Vinyeta itself is widely labelled a nudist cove on maps, while some local guides say nude bathing is most common at neighbouring Cala d'en Pere. With no signs marking a nude area, clothed and nude bathers mix. The water is clear and the rocks make it a good snorkelling spot, but waves and submerged rocks call for care. Accommodation in Calella is within walking distance.

Cala Sardinera, also called Cala de Cap Martí, is a small undeveloped cove on the northern slope of Cap Prim (Cap de Sant Martí) in Xàbia/Jávea, on the Costa Blanca. It is about 200 m of gravel and large rounded stones rather than sand, backed by pine-covered slopes. The water is clear, and mooring buoys have been laid offshore to stop boat anchors from damaging the seagrass meadows. There are no services at all: no lifeguard, no bar, no toilets, and the regional environment department does not monitor the bathing water, although the Red Cross includes it in its summer coastal patrols. Because it can only be reached on foot or by boat it stays quiet. A 2025 Official Press guide to nude beaches in the Valencia region describes the cove as used by nudists because of that isolation; we found no official listing of it as a nudist beach, and the Comunitat Valenciana tourism board's page does not mention nudity, so nude use is customary rather than designated. Expect a mixed crowd, and be discreet when boats anchor offshore.

Calas Isla Tabarca is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala del Pino, listed here as Calas Torre del Pino, is a secluded cove below the cliffs east of Maro, a village belonging to Nerja on the eastern Costa del Sol in Málaga. It takes its name from the old Torre del Pino watchtower on the headland above, and lies inside the Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo natural area, a protected strip of cliffs, pine woods and small coves between Nerja and La Herradura. The beach is roughly 350 m long but only about 10 m deep, a narrow band of dark sand and stones backed by a steep, green slope of pine and scrub; much of it is stony and the sand strip is thin, so a mat or thick towel helps. The water is clear and good for snorkelling around the rocks, but waves can be lively when the wind blows. Nudity is customary along the whole cove rather than in a marked section, and guides describe it as one of the area's established nude coves, mostly used by a younger Spanish crowd plus walkers and kayakers passing along the coast. There are no facilities of any kind, no shade apart from the cliff late in the day, and the space fills quickly in August, so early arrival is advised.

The Calas de Poniente, better known locally as the Calas de Roche, are a chain of small sandy coves cut into reddish sandstone cliffs on the Costa de la Luz, between the Urbanización Roche/Cabo Roche development and the Cabo Roche lighthouse, a few kilometres north-west of Conil de la Frontera in Cádiz. Guides count about seven coves along roughly 600 m of shoreline: Cala Encendida (the first and busiest, about 75 m long), Cala Áspero, Cala del Pato, Cala Medina (Tío Juan de Medina), Cala del Frailecillo and the tiny Cala del Faro by the lighthouse. Each is short and enclosed by cliffs and rock outcrops, with pine and scrub on the cliff tops; sand ranges from pale to dark golden with some pebbles at Medina. Nudity is not uniform: tourism listings classify the stretch as partially nudist, and nude bathers are most common in the smaller, harder-to-reach coves, especially Pato, Medina and Frailecillo, while Encendida mixes clothed and nude visitors. The coves face the Atlantic, so there are waves and strong tidal changes; at high tide some coves almost disappear and you can be cut off against the cliff. Shade is limited to the cliffs late in the day. There are no beach bars on the sand; a cliff-top restaurant sits above Encendida.

Cales Coves is a narrow inlet on Menorca's south coast in Alaior, where two small coves open off a deep gorge. Its cliffs are riddled with man-made caves from the Talayotic and later periods, used as burial chambers and, later, lived in by hippies, which makes it one of Menorca's best-known archaeological sites. FEN gives the beach as tiny, about 20 m of gravel, with calm water and medium use. The inlet is sheltered and popular with yachts at anchor. Nude bathing is customary here, and swimmers often lie out on the rocks. There are no services, and many of the caves are closed or fenced; respect any signage around them.

Caló d'en Monjo (also Cala Monjo) is a tiny pebble cove on Mallorca's south-west coast, about 3 km west of Peguera, beyond the small bay of Cala Fornells. It sits right on the boundary between Calvià and Andratx, and the Balearic beach catalogue files it under Es Camp de Mar. The cove is only about 15 m long and 4 m deep, a wedge of pebbles and gravel with no sand, shut in by medium-height cliffs topped with pines. Rocky ledges on either side serve as extra sunbathing space. The water is very clear and good for snorkelling, but it gets deep quickly and the stones are slippery underfoot, so water shoes help. Because it can only be reached on foot, it stays far quieter than the developed beaches of Peguera, and it has a long-standing reputation as a naturist spot: nudity is normal across the whole cove, though clothed walkers also stop here. With room for only a few groups, it can feel full by late morning in summer. There is no shade apart from what the cliffs give at certain hours, and no services of any kind.

Caló d'en Rafalino (also written Cala Rafalino or Cala d'en Rafelinos) is a small natural cove on Mallorca's east coast in the municipality of Manacor, just south of the residential area of Cala Morlanda and between S'Illot and Porto Cristo. Low rocky cliffs frame a short strip of fine pale sand, about 20-40 m long depending on the source and on winter storms, which can strip sand away. Entry into the water is gentle at first, with stones and then rocks and seagrass further out, so water shoes help, and the water is very clear on calm days, good for snorkelling. When the swell is up, waves rebound off the cliffs. The cove has no buildings, sunbeds or services, and natural shade comes only from the cliffs at certain hours. It is a mixed beach rather than an exclusive one: naturists use it regularly, often settling at the ends of the cove, while clothed swimmers from Cala Morlanda and S'Illot also come down, and visitors generally report a tolerant atmosphere. Because the sandy area is small, it can feel full in the middle of the day in July and August; mornings and late afternoons are quieter.

Capicorb is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Naturist B&B near Vera Playa.

Cavalleria is one of the best-known beaches on Menorca's wild north coast, in the municipality of Es Mercadal, a few kilometres west of the Cap de Cavalleria headland. It is really a double beach: rocks near the shoreline divide it into two shell-shaped bays between low hills, with Platja de Ferragut forming the western half. Together they run for roughly 450 m, about 22 m deep, with fine golden to reddish sand and dunes behind. Facing north, the beach takes the full force of the tramuntana wind, which brings swell and sometimes seaweed. It lies inside the North Menorca marine reserve and on the Camí de Cavalls coastal path, and is busy in summer; the council has stepped up supervision to manage crowds, and the environmental group GOB has campaigned against visitors taking clay baths from the eroding banks. Nude use here is limited: an island guide notes a nudist area at one end of the beach, but most visitors are clothed. Naturists wanting a fully nude beach usually walk the Camí de Cavalls about 1-2 km west to Cala Mica, a small undeveloped cove where nudity is the norm.

The Delta de la Tordera is the mouth of the river Tordera on the boundary between Malgrat de Mar (Maresme, Barcelona province) and Blanes (Girona province), at the southern start of the Costa Brava. On the Malgrat side, Platja de la Punta de la Tordera runs from the end of Avinguda Mas Bages towards the river mouth, and the final stretch nearest the river is used for nude bathing; it appears as 'Desembocadura de la Tordera' on the Club Català de Naturisme's list of Catalan nude beaches. Unlike the built-up beaches nearer Malgrat town, the area around the mouth is a small natural space: a lagoon held behind a bar of sediment, low dunes and reed beds that shelter migratory and wintering birds, with a bird-watching tower on the walking route. It belongs to the Natura 2000 network, and both councils have been working on rules to protect it, including access limits. The beach is open and exposed, with no natural shade, and the river can break through or flood after heavy rain (a 2024 flood affected the riverside campsite). Expect a quiet, mixed crowd of local naturists, walkers and birdwatchers rather than a resort scene.

El Bajo Negro is one of the named sections of the Grandes Playas de Corralejo, the roughly 9 km run of white shell-sand beaches along the east coast of the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, in La Oliva at the northern tip of Fuerteventura. It lies directly in front of the two Riu hotels, the only large buildings inside the park, about halfway down the coast road from Corralejo. The section is about 500 m long and fairly wide, with coarse pale sand, low dunes behind and a reef offshore that gives the spot its name; waves and the steady trade wind are typical, so swimmers need some care. Because of the hotels it is one of the more serviced parts of the Grandes Playas, with sunbeds and parasols for hire, and the official tourism board describes it as family-friendly. Nude sunbathing is common along the Grandes Playas, but here it is mostly found inside the semicircular stone windbreaks (corralitos) and on the adjoining, quieter stretches to the south such as El Caserón and El Viejo, and in the small coves towards the southern end of the dunes, which the tourism board names as the place for nude bathing in privacy. Expect clothed hotel guests directly in front of the Riu buildings.

Es Caragol (Platja des Caragol) is a wild, undeveloped beach on Mallorca's southern tip, a short walk north-west of the Cap de ses Salines lighthouse. The Balearic beach catalogue places it in Ses Salines, although it is often described as part of Santanyí. It is about 500 m long and 60 m deep, with fine, pale sand and a dune system that runs more than a kilometre inland onto the private S'Avall estate, which cannot be crossed. A sandbank stretches far out, so the water stays shallow and turquoise for a long way, and on clear days the island of Cabrera is visible. The shoreline faces south and is open to the wind; after storms banks of dried posidonia seagrass can pile up on the sand and in the water, and the beach is not machine-cleaned. Nudity is common and long established, particularly towards the outer ends of the beach away from where the path arrives, with clothed bathers sharing the middle; there are no marked zones. The coast is a protected natural area and part of the Migjorn de Mallorca marine reserve. There is no shade, kiosk or lifeguard, which keeps numbers lower than at nearby Es Trenc, though midsummer weekends can still be busy.

El Playazo, on the Vera Playa coast in Almería, is the heart of one of Europe's largest naturist resort areas. It is a long, broad sandy beach backed by naturist apartment complexes such as Vera Natura and Natsun, and nudity is normal on the sand, at the beach bars and in parts of the resort itself. The northern section is the naturist one. The southern end has a more textile tradition. Expect a sociable, mixed crowd of couples and families, with steady wind and moderate waves on some days. It hosted a Guinness-recognised mass nude swim in 2013.

Es Arenals is one of the seven sections of Platja de Migjorn, the 3.5 km beach along Formentera's south coast, lying towards its eastern half next to Es Copinar. Together with Es Ca Marí and Es Copinar it is one of the most visited parts of Migjorn, because a road reaches the beach and hotels sit behind the dunes, so it has more services than the quieter central stretches: beach bars and sunbeds for rent in places. The sand is fine and pale, with dunes and juniper and pine woods behind and clear water over sand and posidonia, though the south-facing shore picks up waves and seaweed on southerly winds. The whole of Migjorn is described by the Balearic tourism board as a nudist beach, and nudity is customary here as along the rest of the strip, but because of the hotels Es Arenals has a larger share of clothed families than the central sections; naturists looking for more space usually walk west along the shore. The beach is part of the protected Platja de Migjorn-Costa de Tramuntana natural area.

Embalse de Ruesga is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Embalse del Porma is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Es Carregador is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Es Figueral is a sandy beach of roughly 400-500 m on the north-east coast of Ibiza, in the municipality of Santa Eulària des Riu, below the village of Sant Carles de Peralta. Spain's national tourism site describes it as split in two, Cala Veïdo and Platja des Figueral, and it is a developed, serviced beach with Blue Flag-type facilities: lifeguards in season, showers, toilets, sunbeds and parasols, and restaurants behind the sand. The sand is golden and the water clear; like the rest of this east-facing coast it can get surf when north-easterly or easterly winds blow. Most of the beach is used by clothed families and hotel guests. Nudity is found only at the far left-hand end as you face the sea, where an Ibiza magazine guide notes that nude sunbathers are tolerated even though the beach is not officially nudist. That end leads towards Aigües Blanques, the separate cove just to the north that is the north-east's established nude beach, and naturists who want a fully nude setting generally go there instead.

Platja de Migjorn is the long beach that fills most of Formentera's south coast, a crescent of about 3.5 km between the island's two halves, averaging around 40 m deep. Rocky points divide it into a string of named sections: from west to east Es Mal Pas, Es Ca Marí, Racó Fondo, Còdol Foradat, Es Valencians, Es Arenals and Es Copinar. The sand is fine and pale, broken by low wind-carved rocks, small caves and stretches of cliff, with pine and juniper woods and dunes behind; the whole strip is protected as the Platja de Migjorn-Costa de Tramuntana natural area. The water is very clear over sand and posidonia meadows and good for snorkelling, though the beach faces south and can get waves with southerly winds. The Balearic tourism board describes Migjorn, like most Formentera beaches, as a nudist beach: nudity is customary along almost the entire length, and there is no single fenced-off section. Es Ca Marí, Es Arenals and Es Copinar are the busiest because cars can reach them and hotels and beach bars sit behind; the central sections around Còdol Foradat and Es Valencians are reached by sandy tracks and stay quieter, with more space to spread out. Some sections have beach bars and sunbed rental; others have nothing at all.

Es Pujols is the main resort beach of Formentera, on the island's north-east coast between Punta Prima and the Pedrera d'en Coix, about 5 km from the ferry port of La Savina. The beach is around 700 m long and 25 m deep, with fine white to golden sand broken by low rocky stretches where fishermen still keep boats in traditional wooden sheds. The water is turquoise, shallow for several metres and usually calm, which makes it popular with families, snorkellers and kayakers. Behind it stands the island's largest concentration of hotels, restaurants and bars, and it is busy in summer. The official Balearic tourism site describes Es Pujols as a family beach, and most people on the central sand are clothed; one beach guide states nudism is allowed, and nude sunbathing is mainly found at the rocky ends and especially in the small neighbouring coves of Ses Canyes and Sa Roqueta just to the north-west, where Spain's national tourism site says nudism is practised.

Es Trenc is the longest undeveloped beach in Mallorca, a roughly 3 km sweep of white sand and turquoise water on the south coast in Campos, between Sa Ràpita and Colònia de Sant Jordi. Behind it lie dunes and pine woods within a protected natural park. The water is usually calm and shallow. Nude bathing at Es Trenc goes back to before the end of the Franco era, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. Guides place the main nude area east of the small settlement of Ses Covetes, along the central part of the beach, with clothed bathers concentrated near the access points. The beach is very busy in July and August. The federation lists no lifeguards or showers on the nude stretch, so bring water and shade.

Frexulfe (Frejulfe in Spanish) is a wild beach on the western Asturian coast in the municipality of Navia, between Cabo San Agustín and Punta Romanela, close to the fishing village of Puerto de Vega. It was declared a Natural Monument in 2002, and the protected area covers the beach, its dune system, the cliffs around it and the small estuary of the Frexulfe stream. The beach is about 820 m long and up to 90 m wide, with darker sand and strong Atlantic surf and currents; Turismo Asturias advises bathing only at the eastern end, where the stream meets the sea. There are showers and a lifeguard in summer, and it is busy in season. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Frexulfe as a nudist-tradition beach, but other sources do not mention nude use, so nude bathers are likely to be a minority. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Garganta de Cuartos is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Isla de Colom is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

La Cala del Pino is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

La Caleta de Maro is a small, wild cove on the eastern Costa del Sol, below the greenhouses of the village of Maro in the municipality of Nerja. It lies between Burriana beach and Playa de Maro, roughly 500 metres from the Maro waterfall, within the protected cliff coast of the Acantilados de Maro-Cerro Gordo natural area. The cove is about 250 metres long and only around 10 metres deep, with dark sand and gravel and large stones at the waterline; rocks at both ends attract fish and make it a good snorkelling spot. Nude bathing has been practised here for decades according to the local guide EsNerja: it is common but not compulsory, and nude and clothed bathers share the whole cove, with the far right-hand (western) corner most often cited for nudity. Other guides list it as a non-nudist beach, so expect a mixed crowd, more textile in high summer. There is no lifeguard, bar, toilets or bins. In July and August kayak tours land throughout the day, especially on the east side.

La Pedriza is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lago de Sanabria / Llagu de Senabria is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lagunas de Ruidera Natural Park is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lagunas de Villafáfila is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lapatza, also called Natxitua, is a small, isolated cove of boulders and rock, about 140 m long, in Ea on the Bizkaia coast between Lekeitio and Bermeo. Steep green hillsides surround it and there are no buildings in sight. The sea is often rough, there is no sand to speak of, and there are no facilities on the beach. Few people come, and a naturist guide describes it as a favourite of Basque nude bathers.

Les Platgetes de Bellver are a string of small beaches at the southern tip of Orpesa (Oropesa del Mar) on the Costa del Azahar, right on the municipal boundary with Benicàssim. They sit below a low cliff line along the route of the old Valencia–Barcelona railway, now the Vía Verde del Mar walking and cycling path, and are overlooked by the Torre Bellver, an old coastal watchtower. The regional tourism board describes a beach of about 350 m with calm, shallow water protected by a breakwater and explicitly calls it a nudist beach; the Spanish Naturist Federation gives the whole stretch as about 650 m of sand and gravel and says it is classed as nudist in every guide. Because the water is calm and shallow, it suits children, and it carries a Blue Flag. Facilities are unusually good for a nude beach: showers, foot showers, public toilets, a car park, a walkway and adapted access. The federation rates summer occupancy as medium.

Los Pilones is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lozoya is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Ogella (Ogeia in Basque) is a remote beach on the Bizkaia coast in the municipality of Ispaster, between Lekeitio and Ea, well away from any village. It sits at the foot of green coastal hills in a small bay open to the Bay of Biscay. The shore runs for roughly 450 m and alternates stretches of rounded stones and boulders with patches of sand, so expect uneven ground rather than a smooth sandy strand. It faces open Atlantic swell and the Spanish Naturist Federation's data sheet rates bathing conditions as strong surf, so it is not a calm swimming beach. The beach appears on the federation's list of beaches with a nudist tradition, and Basque travel guides describe it the same way, although the Environment Ministry's beach guide does not class it as nudist and nobody describes a separate nude zone: nude and clothed visitors share the beach. Despite its isolation it has basic summer services, including a lifeguard, showers and toilets.

Pantano De San Juan, Cala Nudista is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Pantano de Alloz is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Pantano de la Sotonera is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Pedrón is a tiny, isolated cove on the north side of Cabo Udra, the headland that separates the rías of Aldán and Pontevedra in the municipality of Bueu. The beach is only about 50 m long and a few metres deep, a pocket of white sand mixed with rounded stones, set inside a Natura 2000 protected coastal area with a pine wood behind it. There are no buildings or services of any kind. Because it can only be reached on foot along the coast, it is usually almost empty, getting a few more visitors on summer weekends. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among Galicia's beaches of nudist tradition, and since the whole cove is so small, nude use applies to the entire beach rather than a marked section. Swimming conditions are a moderate swell and wind; there is no lifeguard. Cabo Udra's other coves, such as Ancoradoiro, Tulla and Sartaxens, are nearby along the same coastline.

Peñamaría (also written Peña María) is a white-sand beach on the Carreño coast of Asturias, in the Xivares (Xibares) area of the parish of Albandi, between Gijón and Candás. It lies just east of Xivares beach, and at low tide the two join into one continuous strand; at its western end it connects towards Aboño beach and the mouth of the Aboño estuary, close to the industrial port area of El Musel. The beach is roughly 800 m long and wide at low tide, framed by striking rocky islets offshore. Unlike neighbouring Xivares, which has full services, Peñamaría has none of its own, which keeps it quieter. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among Asturias's beaches of nudist tradition but describes it as little visited and used by only a few naturists, encouraging people to use it so the tradition survives. Expect a mostly clothed beach with some nude bathers, Cantabrian swell and cool water.

Sa Torreta is a small sandy beach on s'Espalmador, the low islet that lies between the northern tip of Formentera and Ibiza, rather than on Formentera's main island. The beach is about 250 m long and only around 15 m deep, with golden sand and normally calm, shallow water sheltered from the open sea. There are no buildings or services. S'Espalmador has long been known as a naturist spot, and naturist guides describe walking around the islet from the main landing beach, s'Alga, to quieter beaches such as Sa Torreta and the two Cala de Bosch coves, where swimming completely nude is normal. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Playa de Sa Torreta among Formentera's beaches of nudist tradition and notes that the islands' coasts are shared by nude and clothed bathers. Because it takes a walk from the landing beach, it is normally quieter than s'Alga, where most boat visitors stay.

Binigaus is a long, undeveloped beach on Menorca's south coast in the municipality of Es Migjorn Gran, immediately west of the resort beach of Sant Tomàs. Together with Sant Adeodat it forms a stretch of roughly a kilometre of golden sand beyond the rocky point of Es Codrell, ending where the Binigaus gorge (Barranc de Binigaus) reaches the sea. The far western end, where cliffs and scrub come right down to the sand, is the part favoured by nude bathers, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists Binigaus among Menorca's beaches of nudist tradition. The beach has no buildings and no services; parts of the shoreline are pebbly, which makes getting into the water awkward. Bathing is usually calm. From the beach you can walk up the gorge to the large Cova des Coloms cave. Local residents have campaigned to keep the beach free of sunbeds and umbrellas, and it remains a natural, quiet alternative to busy Sant Tomàs, although clothed and nude visitors mix.

Cala Murtra is a small cove on the rugged coast east of Roses, about 7 km from the town centre on the road towards Cala Montjoi, on the edge of the Cap de Creus natural park. It is roughly 120 m long and narrow, made of coarse sand and stones and enclosed by rocky slopes with Mediterranean scrub, so it feels wild compared with the resort beaches of the Bay of Roses. The water is clear and good for snorkelling, and excursion boats from Roses pass by. Guides describe the cove as practically unspoilt and uncrowded, visited mainly by couples, hikers and above all nudists, and it is on the Catalan Naturism Club's list of nudist beaches in the Alt Empordà; nudity is the norm here. The cove has held EMAS and ISO 14001 environmental quality labels. There are no services, so bring water and shade; the coastal path from Roses also crosses the cove.

Platja El Dorado is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Platja Llarga, also called Platja del Prat de Vilanova or Platja Llarga d'Ibersol, is the southernmost beach of Vilanova i la Geltrú on the Garraf coast, beginning where the Ibersol estate ends and running towards the Cubelles boundary. It is about 700 metres long and 40 to 45 metres wide, a gently curving bay of golden sand divided by small stone breakwaters, with calm water that can be windy. Unlike the town beaches, much of it is undeveloped: around 60 per cent is a protected natural area, and the stretch is being restored to a more natural state. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach with medium occupancy, and it appears on Catalan nude beach lists for the Garraf area; general directories do not mark a designated nude zone, so nude and clothed bathers mix, with nudity more common on the undeveloped section away from Ibersol. FEN reports no lifeguards or showers on the nude stretch, while other directories mention lifeguards, toilets and showers near the Ibersol end.

The naturist beach of El Prat de Llobregat, listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation as Playa de la Ricarda, lies on the undeveloped coast between Barcelona airport and the Llobregat delta wetlands, a short trip from the city. FEN describes a stretch of about 400 metres of darker sand, roughly 30 metres wide, with calm, clean water and low occupancy, making it a popular escape for people who want to avoid Barcelona's crowded city beaches. The delta behind it is a protected natural area with lagoons such as the Ricarda pond, and planes from the airport pass nearby. El Prat council's own beach information places its designated naturist area at the Remolar section, about 418 metres long, while the neighbouring Ricarda–Ca l'Arana stretch is protected with restricted public use, so follow on-site signage. Facilities on the nude section include a shower and bins, and a lifeguard is on duty in summer until about 19:30 with flags showing sea conditions. Access from the car park is easy.

La Savinosa is a Blue Flag beach on the eastern edge of Tarragona city, one of the few beaches on the Costa Daurada where nude and clothed bathers share the sand. It is about 350 metres long and 60 metres wide, with golden sand and usually calm water, set below a wooded slope between the city's Arrabassada and Llarga beaches. Tarragona's municipal coastal safety plan notes that the north-eastern part of the beach is the reference area for naturism, and that is where nude bathers gather. The Catalan Naturist Club regularly holds Naturism Day and other events here. Facilities are good for a nude beach: a beach bar, toilets, showers and footbaths, lifeguards in season, access walkways and assisted bathing with an amphibious chair for people with reduced mobility. Swimwear is optional; FEN encourages nudity but bikinis and trunks are also common.

Cala de la Roca Plana, also called Cala Becs or Calabecs, is a small, secluded nude cove on the Tarragona coast between Altafulla and the city, within the Tamarit–Punta de la Móra area of natural interest. It is about 200 metres long and 20 metres wide, with golden sand and calm water, and is surrounded by the pine woodland of the Bosc de la Marquesa. Access is only on foot, which keeps it quiet: the Spanish Naturist Federation reports low occupancy. It lies on the coastal path to the better-known Waikiki cove (Cala Fonda), another nude beach about 15 minutes further on, so many visitors combine the two. There are no facilities, bars or lifeguards, so bring food, water and shade. The views back along the coast take in the Torre de la Móra watchtower.

Sa Mesquida is a beach on the north-east coast of Menorca, a short drive north of Maó, next to the small settlement of the same name. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach: about 300 metres long and 50 metres wide, with a mix of gravel and golden sand, generally calm water and medium occupancy. It is semi-urban, with lifeguards in season but no showers. Local press in 2024 included Sa Mesquida among Menorca's beaches with a naturist tradition, while also reporting that nude bathing on the island has declined as formerly quiet beaches have become crowded. Expect a mixed beach where nude bathers keep to the quieter end rather than a dedicated nude zone. Note that there is also a Cala Mesquida on Mallorca (Capdepera) with its own nude section; many online descriptions refer to that beach, not this one.

Platja Serradal is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala d'Oques is a small cove on the rocky southern Costa Daurada coast at L'Hospitalet de l'Infant, in the municipality of Vandellòs i l'Hospitalet de l'Infant. It lies at the start of a stretch of cliffs, pine woods and small coves that runs south past Cala Bea and the El Templo del Sol naturist campsite to Platja del Torn, one of the busiest nudist beaches in Spain. The cove has a mix of sand and pebbles and is close to the road. It is on the Catalan Naturism Club's list of nudist beaches in the Baix Camp, alongside El Torn, and beach directories also describe it as nudist. Locals fill it at weekends. The regional tourism board uses Cala d'Oques as the start of a circular coastal walk through what it calls an optimal area for naturist tourism, so nude walkers and bathers are a familiar sight along this coast. Services are minimal; sources disagree on whether there is a shower.

Can Comes is a long, wild beach in the Aiguamolls de l'Empordà natural park, in the municipality of Castelló d'Empúries on the Bay of Roses. It stretches for nearly 4 km of fine sand and dunes from the mouth of the Muga river south towards the Nàutic Almatà campsite near the Fluvià, with wetlands and lagoons behind. Inside the park's integral reserve, the beach has no buildings, bars or other services and much of it can only be walked along close to the water's edge. Birds nest in the dunes and hollows, which are protected, so stay on the sand near the sea. The beach is on the Catalan Naturism Club's list of nudist beaches in the Alt Empordà, and its isolation means nude bathing is common along the quieter stretches. Expect few people, a natural setting and the need to carry in everything you need.

Castell is a crescent of golden sand about 330 m long on the Costa Brava just north of Palamós, facing south across a small bay and split by a little stream. It is one of the few large stretches of this coast left without development: a local referendum in the 1990s stopped a golf course and housing estate, and the hinterland is now protected woodland with the ruins of a 6th-century BC Iberian settlement on the headland. The beach is popular and gets busy in summer, with a couple of seasonal beach bars, lifeguards and showers. Most of it is a regular clothed family beach; nude bathing happens in a small corner at the right-hand end as you face the sea, near the rocks. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Castell among Catalonia's beaches of nudist tradition, and the Catalan Naturism Club's list describes it specifically as a little corner on the right looking out to sea. The seabed shelves gently over sand, though the bay can be windy with moderate swell.

La Musclera is a broad Maresme beach of golden sand at the southern end of Arenys de Mar, where the municipality meets Caldes d'Estrac. It is around 620 m long and nearly 50 m deep, with the coastal railway and the N-II running behind it. It has one of the longest nudist traditions on the Barcelona coast: the Spanish Naturist Federation describes it as a long-established nudist beach with a family atmosphere, used mainly by people from the Maresme and the Vallès inland. The Catalan Naturism Club regularly holds its annual Naturism Day here in early June. Being semi-urban and easy to reach, it is well used in summer, with showers, cleaning, lifeguards and a beach bar. The water is generally calm, and the sand shelves gradually. Nude and clothed bathers share the beach, with nude use well established across it.

Platja de Llevant is the long, east-facing beach on the narrow Es Trucadors peninsula that runs north from the main body of Formentera towards Ses Illetes and the islet of S'Espalmador. It lies inside the Ses Salines natural park, so there are no buildings directly behind it, just low dunes and juniper scrub. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition and gives a length of about 1.45 km with an average width of around 30 metres. The sand is fine and white and the water is usually calm and very clear, with seagrass meadows offshore; when the wind blows from the east, however, the beach catches seaweed and some swell, and many visitors cross the peninsula to Ses Illetes on the other side. Nudity is not universal: Spain's national tourism site says parts of the beach are used by nudists, and in practice the quieter stretches away from the restaurants at the southern access point are where most nude bathers settle. There is a lifeguard post in season and a handful of beach restaurants and bars, but no natural shade, so a parasol is essential. It is busy in July and August, mostly with day-trippers from Ibiza and visitors staying on Formentera.

Platja de Pals is a wide, 3.5 km sweep of golden sand and dunes on the Costa Brava in Girona, several kilometres from the village of Pals, facing the Medes Islands across a natural bay. It lies within the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter natural park, and is usually split into two named sections: Platja del Grau and Platja Gran. Nude bathing is concentrated on Platja Gran, in front of the site of the former Radio Liberty station, whose Cold War antennas stood here until some years ago; the station is the reason this shore escaped development. Pals' own tourism office says that area has traditionally been a nudist beach, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it. Water quality is rated highly by the Catalan Water Agency. The beach shelves steeply into the water and is exposed to waves, so take care swimming. A fragile dune area behind the beach is fenced off to protect it.

Pinedo is the first beach south of the city of Valencia, just beyond the port, the Club Náutico and the new mouth of the Turia. It runs south from the village of Pinedo towards El Saler, with rice fields behind it, and its southern part lies within the Albufera natural park. The northern end is urban, with a promenade, restaurants and bars as far as the second breakwater, but the beach becomes progressively wilder to the south. Valencia's official tourism board says there is a free nudist area on the southern stretch, between the dune area once occupied by the 'Casa Negra' restaurant and the site of the old Plexi factory, now demolished; as a landmark, local press place it near the Star drive-in cinema. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Pinedo among the region's beaches of nudist tradition and gives a total length of about 1.26 km and a width of around 60 metres, with sand mixed with some gravel. The water is usually calm because the port shelters the beach from northerly winds. The nude area is used mainly by locals, with a mixed crowd of couples, single men and older regulars. A separate section of the beach is set aside as a dog beach during the summer season.

S'Alga, called Es Racó de S'Alga by the Spanish Naturist Federation, is the main beach of S'Espalmador, the small, uninhabited islet just north of Formentera's Es Trucadors peninsula. The islet is part of the Ses Salines natural park, which protects it from development, and has no roads, houses or shops. The beach is a sweeping crescent of white sand around a sheltered bay on the islet's south side. The FEN lists it as a beach of nudist tradition and gives it a length of about 1 km and a width of around 20 metres, with calm water and a medium level of use. In summer the bay fills with anchored yachts and day-trip boats, and many people on the beach arrive by sea. The FEN data mentions a lifeguard, but there are no bars, restaurants or other facilities, so visitors need to bring water, food and shade. Away from the boat landing area, nude bathing is normal and widely accepted. The dunes and posidonia seagrass beds are protected, and visitors are asked to stay on marked paths and avoid disturbing the dune vegetation. Because of its remoteness, it is one of the quietest naturist beaches in the Pitiusas outside the peak weeks of July and August.

Sant Sebastià is the southernmost of Barcelona's city beaches, at the far end of Barceloneta, next to the sail-shaped W Barcelona hotel and the old swimming clubs (Club Natació Barcelona and Club Natació Atlètic-Barceloneta). It is a wide, urban stretch of golden sand about 1 km long and around 75 m wide, with calm water protected by the port breakwaters. It is one of the city's oldest bathing beaches: in the 19th century the city's elite bathed here, and it was among the first places where men and women swam together. Today it attracts many older people and wheelchair users because access is easy, and there is a supported bathing area with volunteers and amphibious chairs. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Sant Sebastià as a beach also frequented by nudists, and nude sunbathing traditionally takes place on the section in front of the swimming clubs. According to the FEN, building the W hotel in 2009 put pressure on this use, but regulars and members of the Club Català de Naturisme kept it going. Expect a mixed scene: most people are clothed, with a minority of nude regulars, many of them older men. Being next to Barceloneta, it is very busy in summer.

Sant Simó is the northernmost and least built-up beach in Mataró, the capital of the Maresme coast about 30 km north-east of Barcelona. The Spanish Naturist Federation describes the nudist beach as running from the Riera de Sant Simó stream to the area of the Hotel Castell de Mata, a stretch of roughly 1 to 1.1 km. The sand is light and golden, the beach is fairly narrow (around 20 m according to the FEN), and the water is usually calm. Like the rest of this coast, it lies between the sea and the Barcelona–Mataró–Maçanet railway, with the N-II road running just inland. It is a Blue Flag beach. Nudity is customary along this stretch, and a Catalan news map lists it among the Maresme's nude beaches alongside La Musclera and Ponent. The FEN rates use as high in summer, mainly by locals from Mataró and nearby towns rather than tourists. Facilities are fairly basic: there are showers, and bars and cafés are within walking distance, but the FEN records no lifeguard on this section. It is less dramatic than the coves of the Costa Brava, but it is an easy option by train from Barcelona.

Platja de Ses Roquetes is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Son Real is an undeveloped stretch of coast in Santa Margalida on Mallorca's north-east shore, running between Can Picafort and Son Serra de Marina inside the publicly owned Son Real estate. It is less a single beach than a series of small strands of white sand and gravel broken up by low limestone rock, around 300 metres of usable shoreline in the section the Spanish Naturist Federation lists. The setting is unusual: the Talayotic burial ground known as the Necròpolis de Son Real sits right on the shore, with information boards, and the rocky islet of Illot dels Porros lies just offshore. Nude bathers mostly gather on the strands facing that islet. Because the only way in is on foot or by bike, the beach stays quiet even in July and August, and nudists and clothed walkers share it without friction. There is no lifeguard, no shower and no shade beyond your own; the shore is rocky underfoot and the sea can be choppy with some undertow.

L'Aiguadolç is a small, signposted naturist beach in Vilanova i la Geltrú on the Garraf coast, about 2.5 km from the town centre, between Sant Gervasi beach and the rocky shore of Santa Llúcia. It is only about 150 m long and 30 m deep, a gently sloping strip of coarse golden sand with calm water, and it gets busy in summer. Unusually for Spain, it is looked after by its own naturist association: the Associació Naturista de la Platja de l'Aiguadolç (ANPA), a member of the Spanish Naturist Federation, promotes naturism here and works on maintaining and improving the beach. Naturist signage marks the beach, so nude bathing is the norm rather than a minority practice. It sits next to the developed seafront of Vilanova, so it is easy to reach and has summer lifeguards and showers, though some guides say services are mainly on neighbouring Sant Gervasi.

L'Home Mort is an isolated stretch of coast at the southern end of the Sitges municipality, on the Garraf coast south-west of Barcelona, well away from the town's built-up seafront. It is really two small coves divided by a rocky point: the Platja de l'Home Mort itself and the neighbouring Platja de Roses. Together they measure a little under 300 metres, and the Spanish Naturist Federation (FEN) describes the whole area as a naturist beach rather than a mixed beach with a nude corner. The shore is a mix of rounded pebbles and golden sand, the water is shallow and normally calm, and the seabed alternates between rock and sand, which makes it good for a swim along the edge. There is almost no natural shade. A small beach bar with a terrace operates in season, and a limited number of sunbeds and parasols are hired out. The railway line between Barcelona and Tarragona runs along the cliff directly behind the beach, so passing trains are part of the experience. Since at least the 1930s the cove has been associated with the gay community, and today it is widely known as one of the main gay nude beaches in Catalonia, while also being used by mixed naturists. It gets busy on summer weekends despite the awkward access.

L'Olla is a long, narrow beach of pebbles and gravel in Altea on the Costa Blanca, between the Mar y Montaña and L'Olla marinas. FEN gives it as about 1.4 km long but only around 10 m deep, semi-urban, with calm water, a lifeguard and medium use. Two small islands, L'Illeta and L'Illot, sit just offshore and can be reached by swimming. In mid-August it hosts the Castell de l'Olla, a large fireworks and music show. This is a busy town beach and other guides do not describe a nude section; the official regional tourism site points nude bathers to the nearby cove of La Solsida instead. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

La Bassa de l'Arena, also known as Platja del Nen Perdut, is a long, open sand beach on the Ebro Delta in the municipality of Deltebre, running north from the Riumar development towards La Marquesa beach. The delta tourism board gives it more than 3 km of length (its data sheet says 1,800 m) and an average width of about 40 m, backed by dunes, lagoons and rice fields. The beach is divided by use: the first 500 m at the southern end next to Riumar is a dog-friendly zone, the middle is a general beach where fishing and surfcasting are allowed, and the final stretch at the northern end, bordering La Marquesa, is a signposted nudist and naturist area. The Catalan Naturism Club calls it the 'platja naturista de la Bassa de l'Arena'. Water is shallow and the setting is flat and very exposed, with little natural shade. The beach is cleaned daily in season, but services are otherwise minimal.

The Devesa del Saler is the strip of dune and pine forest between the Albufera lagoon and the sea south of Valencia city, inside the Albufera Natural Park, with a chain of natural beaches running south from El Saler village: El Saler, La Garrofera and La Devesa. Its nude area is the first stretch of about 800 m of La Garrofera beach, starting where El Saler beach ends. Valencia City Council set up a nudist zone here years ago, opposite the lifeguard tower known as torre 5, with signs, a shower, Red Cross lifeguards and adapted access; in practice nude bathing extends along adjoining unsigned stretches within the park. The beaches are broad and sandy, sheltered from the westerly wind by dunes and pinewoods, with no buildings on the shore, and the wider La Garrofera beach runs for about 2.6 km. It is a popular spot for Valencians, close enough to the city for an afternoon visit, and the sea can have a moderate swell.

Mar Bella is one of Barcelona's nine city beaches, in the Sant Martí district two beaches north of Barceloneta toward the Besòs. At 512 m long and about 42 m wide it is the narrowest of the city's beaches, and part of it is set aside for nude bathing: the Espai de Bany Nu, a signposted strip partly sheltered by a low dune and rocks at its sides. It is the only nude area the city authorises. The sand is coarse and golden, the water calm and generally clean, and there is no natural shade. The rest of Mar Bella is a busy urban beach with a volleyball area near the Bac de Roda breakwater, a sailing and rowing centre (Base Nàutica) at the west end, and sports facilities by the Mar Bella sports centre on the promenade. The nude strip draws a mixed city crowd and is known as welcoming to LGBTI visitors; on July and August weekends it becomes cramped, while May and September are far more relaxed.

La Murtra, also called El Molí or El Refugi, is a long natural beach on the Maresme coast in Sant Pol de Mar, north of Barcelona, lying between Roques Blanques beach and Can Vilar and ending at the old bunker on the Punta del Refugi. It runs for about 1.25 km but is narrow, only around 30 m deep, and is squeezed between the sea and the coastal railway line, with the N-II road behind. The sand is coarse and golden, typical of the Maresme, and towards the rocky sections it breaks up into small sandy pockets between boulders. Away from the town centre it is rated as isolated, and the Spanish Naturist Federation and the Catalan Naturism Club both list it as a beach of nudist and naturist tradition; nude and clothed bathers share it. Water is usually calm. The beach has showers, toilets and summer lifeguards, but no buildings directly on the sand.

Platja de les Fonts is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Platja de los Arenales del Sol is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

The S'Alqueria coves lie in the Racó des Moro bay, about 2 km north-east of Cadaqués on the road towards the Cap de Creus lighthouse, just beyond Portlligat and Salvador Dalí's house. There are two of them, S'Alqueria Gran and S'Alqueria Petita, both within the Cap de Creus natural park and both listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation as beaches of long-standing nudist tradition. Neither is large. The FEN gives about 58 m for the Gran cove and 25 m for the Petita, and both are made of dark gravel, pebbles and coarse sand rather than fine sand. They face south-east and are exposed: the FEN notes strong waves and wind on some days, as the tramuntana regularly sweeps this coast. On calm days the rocky seabed and very clear water make the whole bay excellent for snorkelling, with the island of Portlligat visible offshore. The coves are next to a small residential estate, so they feel semi-urban rather than wild, and they get busy in summer. Walkers can continue along the coastal path to other coves such as Guillola, Codera and La Torta, or up to the lighthouse for views of Cala Jugadora and Sa Pedrosa. There are no lifeguards, showers or bars on the beaches themselves.

Sa Boadella is a cove on the Costa Brava, about 2 km south-west of the centre of Lloret de Mar. It sits between the Santa Clotilde gardens and Santa Cristina beach and is backed by pine woods, making it one of the few undeveloped coves left in the Lloret area. Its most distinctive feature is a rocky headland joined to the shore by a narrow sandy isthmus, which splits the beach in two. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, giving it a length of about 250 metres and a width of around 40 metres, with coarse golden sand and moderate waves. Spain's national tourism portal notes that rocks divide the beach and one side is set aside for nudists; the other part is used by clothed bathers, whose numbers have grown over the years. A seasonal beach bar serves fish and vegetable dishes, and there are toilets, showers and a lifeguard in summer. The FEN describes it as good for children. The El País travel supplement once picked it as one of Spain's best traditional nudist beaches. It is popular in July and August, when space on the nude side can be tight by midday.

Ses Salines is one of Ibiza's best-known beaches, a curve of about 750-800 m of fine golden sand at the southern tip of the island in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia. It lies within the Ses Salines Natural Park, with the salt pans and pine-covered dunes behind it, and calm, clear water in front. It is very popular and fashionable, lined with beach clubs and sunbed concessions, and is extremely busy in summer. Nude bathing is traditional at the southern end, around the long-standing Sa Trinxa beach bar, where the beach narrows towards the rocks; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists Ses Salines as a nudist-tradition beach. Accounts differ on how many people actually go nude now: some guides describe a regular nude area at the south end, while others say most visitors wear swimwear and topless is the norm. Neighbouring Es Cavallet, over the headland, is the island's main nude beach.

Platja del Borró is a small north-facing beach on Cap Ras, the protected headland where the municipalities of Colera and Llançà meet on the northern Costa Brava (Alt Empordà). It measures roughly 125 by 20 metres and a spine of rock running into the water splits it into two little coves. The sand is fine and golden, unusual on this mostly pebbly stretch of coast, and the surroundings are scrub and rock with no buildings. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, and the Catalan naturist club includes 'Cala Borró' on Cap Ras in its list of Catalan nude beaches. It gets busy in summer for its size but is otherwise calm. There are no services at all: no bar, lifeguard, shower or shade. Being north-facing it is exposed to the Tramuntana wind, so it is best on calm days. Note that some general beach directories mark Borró as non-nudist, and several separate coves on Cap Ras share the Borró name, so use the coordinates rather than the name alone.

El Brosquil, also called El Dorado after the neighbouring housing estate, is the southernmost of Cullera's beaches in Valencia province, about 5 km south of the town. It sits south of the Gola de l'Estany outlet, beyond the rocky Playa del Silencio and the semi-urban El Dorado strip, and runs to the boundary with Tavernes de la Valldigna. The Spanish Naturist Federation describes a long, quiet beach of about 2.3 km of fine golden sand with calm water, an area that was once the mouth of the river Júcar. Behind it lie orange groves, the Brosquil marsh and views of the Corbera and Mondúver ranges. Use is low outside July and August, and nude bathers spread out along the quieter, less built-up sections. There are no lifeguards or showers on the nude stretch. Local restaurants in the area are known for rice dishes, eel and sea bass. Be aware that Valencian regional tourism names Mareny de Sant Llorenç, north of Cullera, as the town's only authorised nude area, so nudity here is by tradition rather than designation.

El Carabassí is a Blue Flag beach on the Elche coast in Alicante province, between Arenales del Sol and Santa Pola. Although close to Alicante, Elche and Santa Pola, it is backed not by buildings but by a protected system of dunes and pine woods, with the Clot de Galvany and Els Bassals wetlands nearby. The beach is a broad strip of golden sand, about 900 metres long and up to 80 metres wide by FEN's figures, with moderate waves and views of the Santa Pola lighthouse and Tabarca island. The whole beach is free to use, but nudity becomes more common the further south you walk; the nude area is known locally as zone '0' and fills up at weekends. The Valencian regional tourism site lists a naturist area among its services, and FEN recommends it for naturist families. Raised boardwalks lead from the car parks over the dunes to protect them. In season there are lifeguards, toilets, footbaths, sunbed hire and a beach bar.

Platja del Coco is a short urban beach in Badalona, just north of Barcelona, lying between the Badalona marina and the old Pont del Petroli pier. The nude section begins at the breakwater nearest the port and is only around 80 metres long, a pocket of golden sand with calm water right below the seafront promenade. FEN notes that clothing is optional on all of Badalona's beaches, but nudists choose to gather here, a quieter corner of the town's seafront, and mix easily with clothed bathers. The atmosphere is described as friendly and family-like, with a core of regulars; there has been talk of forming a local naturist association. It is busy at weekends, when you need to arrive early, and the mornings are calmest. Lifeguards and beach services operate in summer, and the town council leaves the shower at the nude section in place all year. Bars, tapas places, restaurants and supermarkets along the promenade make it easy to buy food and drink.

Playa del Mago (El Mago) is a small, sheltered cove in the Portals Vells area of Calvià, on the south-western tip of Mallorca about 20 minutes' drive from Palma. It takes its name from the 1967 film The Magus, shot on this coast. The cove is tiny, somewhere between 20 and 80 metres of fine pale sand and gravel depending on the source, framed by pine-covered rock that gives some natural shade and keeps the water calm and clear. It sits beside the larger, clothed Portals Vells III (Playa del Rey), so the nude cove is the smaller of the pair. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach with high occupancy, and travel guides often call it Calvià's nude beach, though some visitors report seeing clothed bathers too, with nudists also using the rocks. There is a beach bar and restaurant, but no lifeguard or showers. Because the space is so limited it fills quickly in summer.

Cala del Pi (Platja del Pi) is a tiny pebble cove in Portbou, the last beach on the Catalan coast before the French border. Despite the name there are few pines; the cove is under 40 metres long and set among cliffs and reefs, with clear water and a strong sense of isolation. The bay holds several sea caves, including the Cova del Pirata with its own small inner beach, and others named Rates, Freses, Foradada and Xamuixa, which makes it popular for snorkelling and kayaking. Just before the cove there is a spring, the Font de Beu-i-Tapa, though it usually dries up in summer. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach and the Catalan naturist club includes 'Cala Pi (Portbou)'. Because the path is demanding, visitors are mainly couples and committed nudists, and the cove is very quiet. There are no services of any kind. Avoid it when the sea is rough or an easterly (llevant) wind is blowing.

El Pinet is a long, gently curving sand beach on the Alicante coast at the southern edge of Santa Pola, inside the municipality of Elche. It lies beside the Salinas de Santa Pola natural park: the Bonmatí salt pans sit just behind it, and the base of the old El Pinet watchtower marks the area. The beach is about 1.75 km long but narrow, around 25 m, with golden sand that is cut in places by old salt-pan channels, and the hulls of a few old boats lie half buried in the sand. Dunes back the shore and are crossed by wooden boardwalks. The sea is open and can be rough, so care is needed when swimming. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists El Pinet as a nude beach; it is popular and gets busy in summer, with a Blue Flag, summer lifeguards and a cluster of restaurants serving seafood and local produce nearby. The surrounding wetlands are an important wintering and breeding area for waterbirds. Walkers can continue south along the sand for about 4 km past La Marina, El Rebollo (also used by nude bathers) and Los Tosales to the mouth of the Segura river.

The Riu de la Sénia beach is the northernmost beach in Castellón province, at the mouth of the river Sénia where the Valencian Community meets Catalonia, in the municipality of Vinaròs. Vinaròs tourism presents it as the town's nudist beach. It is a short, narrow strip, around 100 to 150 metres long and only about 10 metres deep, made of small pebbles and gravel rather than sand, which keeps visitor numbers low. Waves are usually moderate, and the rocks at either side are good for snorkelling and watching fish. The beach lies within the natural area around the river mouth, isolated from the rest of the built-up coast, and has no services or equipment at all, so it attracts people looking for quiet. Note that the cove of Sòl de Riu on the Catalan side of the river (Les Cases d'Alcanar) is a separate beach.

Platja del Russo (El Ruso) lies in the Serra d'Irta Natural Park south of Peñíscola, about 7 km from the town. With its neighbour Platja del Pebret, it is one of the very few sandy beaches along this protected, largely rocky coastline. It is a small beach, roughly 80 by 30 metres of golden sand with moderate waves, set against scrub-covered hills. Its name comes from a Russian lieutenant who settled here; it was previously called Lance Nuevo. Close by is a smaller cove known as La Playeta, with darker sand enclosed by cliffs and caves. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists El Russo as a nudist-tradition beach with low occupancy; a general beach directory does not mark it as nudist, so expect a mix. A restored former coastguard (carabineros) house nearby is a useful landmark, and the park has picnic areas. There are no lifeguards or showers.

Platja del Serrallo, also called La Platjola, is a long, open beach on the southern side of the Ebro Delta in Sant Jaume d'Enveja, within the Ebro Delta Natural Park. It is broad and remote: FEN gives about 5 km by 200 metres, the regional tourism board about 3.1 km by 110 metres. The sand is golden and shelves gently into the sea, and behind the beach lies a flat landscape of rice fields and lagoons. The Terres de l'Ebre tourism board calls it the most deserted, unspoilt beach in the area and one of the few places on the Catalan coast where naturism takes place in wide open space rather than a hidden cove. Nudity also occurs on the neighbouring Migjorn beach, which connects to Serrallo by a pleasant walk along the shore. There are no services apart from parking and showers; no lifeguards, bars or shade. Occupancy is low even in summer, and there are no bins in the park, so take rubbish home.

Platja del Torn is a natural beach about 1.4 km long south-west of L'Hospitalet de l'Infant, in the municipality of Vandellòs i l'Hospitalet de l'Infant on the southern Costa Daurada (Tarragona). The fine golden sand is backed by pine woods and low cliffs, the water is clear and the seabed partly rocky. At one end, the small Illot del Torn carries the remains of a restored 16th-century defensive tower. The whole beach is used nude. A 2023 Diari de Tarragona report put summer use at around 2,000 people in July and August, 96% of them without clothes, and called it the nudist space with the most users in Spain. The Associació d'Amics de la Platja Naturista del Torn was founded by four local families in 1988, at a time when the council and the landowner controlling access opposed nudism. It now has over 600 members, and the municipality has promoted naturism for several years. The naturist campsite El Templo del Sol sits directly behind the sand. In summer the beach has bars with a slow-food offer, sunbed and parasol hire, snorkelling routes, boat hire and massages.

Platja del Torrent del Pi, also known as Cala Mosques, is a small naturist cove on the rocky Costa Daurada coast near the Les Tres Cales estate, a few kilometres south of l'Ametlla de Mar (Tarragona). It is roughly 90 metres long and 12 to 20 metres wide, a mix of boulders, rock and patches of golden sand and pebbles, with moderate waves and clear water. The cove lies in an area protected for its natural and landscape value, with small coastal lagoons behind the shore that hold endemic insects and native plants, and the GR-92 Mediterranean long-distance path runs past it. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a naturist beach and reports high occupancy in summer, which is notable given its small size. FEN notes daily cleaning and nearby parking; directories also mention toilets and showers in the area, though FEN's own data sheet says there are no showers and no lifeguard. The nearest restaurant is roughly half a kilometre away.

Platja dels Balmins (Cala Balmins) is a well-known nude cove just east of Sitges town centre on the Garraf coast, about 40 minutes south of Barcelona. It is around 230 to 240 metres long and 20 metres wide, a curve of golden sand below a rocky headland, with calm, clear water. There is no promenade, but a ramp reaches the sand, so it is one of the few nude beaches in the area usable by people with reduced mobility. The Spanish Naturist Federation describes a beach where families, nudists and gay visitors share the space respectfully, and Balmins has a long reputation as one of Europe's best-known gay-friendly nude beaches. In practice usage varies along the beach: reviewers describe the first section as mainly gay male nudists and the far end as more mixed and clothing-optional. A beach bar and restaurant sit in the cove itself, and there are showers, lifeguards in season and masseurs. It is busy in summer, being so close to town.

Es Cavallet is a 1.2 km beach of white and golden sand on the south-east tip of Ibiza, in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, within the Ses Salines natural park. Dunes and juniper scrub back the beach, and the salt pans lie inland. It is one of Spain's pioneer nude beaches, often said to have been Ibiza's first official naturist beach, in 1978, and nude bathing is accepted along most of it, while topless and clothed visitors also come. The southern end draws a largely gay crowd, while guides describe the northern part as quieter and more mixed. The water is usually calm and clear. Occupancy is high in summer. There are sunbed and umbrella rentals, toilets, showers, beach bars and water-sports rentals, but no lifeguard is listed.

Platja des Coll Baix is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Es Peregons Grans (also written Es Pregons Grans) is an undeveloped beach on the south coast of Mallorca, in Campos municipality, between Colònia de Sant Jordi and the Es Trenc dune system. It has fine white sand, very clear turquoise water that stays shallow for a long way out, and a backdrop of dunes and pine wood, with views south to the Cabrera archipelago. Its smaller neighbour, Es Peregons Petits, is a 200 m cove listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation as a nude beach; the official Balearic tourism site describes Peregons Grans itself as a recommended nudist beach, and local guides say nude bathing is usual along part of the shore rather than all of it. There are no services of any kind. Banks of posidonia seagrass sometimes wash in and can make getting into the water awkward, and one reader report in the local press warns of a current in the bay. The beach is generally quieter than the busier coves nearer the town.

El Dosel is a long Blue Flag beach on the northern side of Cullera, inside the Albufera Natural Park south of Valencia city. It runs for about 2 km at the foot of the Cullera mountain, the only peak on the Valencia province coastline, and is part of an almost continuous 30 km strip of sand stretching north to the mouth of the Turia. The beach is backed by one of the best-preserved dune belts on the Valencian coast, and the contrast between stretches that keep their original marsh vegetation and those that have been built on is striking. Reedbeds surround the Sant Llorenç lagoon at the base of the mountain. The sand is golden, waves moderate, and occupancy medium. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists El Dosel as a nudist-tradition beach; Valencian regional tourism names the adjoining Mareny de Sant Llorenç beach, immediately north, as Cullera's only authorised nude area, so nude bathers tend to drift towards that northern end. There are lifeguards and showers in season.

Es Caló de Sant Agustí is a small cove on the north coast of Formentera, at the point where the island narrows before rising to La Mola. It is a traditional fishermen's inlet, with wooden boat slipways and huts cut into the low rocks, and a few restaurants close by. The beach itself is short, about 100 m long and 30 m deep according to the Spanish Naturist Federation, with pale sand mixed with clay and rocky edges, and the water is clear with moderate swell. FEN lists it among Formentera's beaches with a tradition of nude bathing and describes it as semi-urban and busy in season. There is no lifeguard and no shower. Because the cove is small and sits beside a working harbour and roadside restaurants, expect a mixed, mostly clothed crowd, with nude bathing more likely on the rocks and quieter stretches of the coast either side.

Platja dels Muntanyans is the long natural beach between the town of Torredembarra and Creixell on the Costa Daurada, in Tarragona province. It runs for about 2.2 km of fine golden sand sloping gently into usually calm, clear water, and is backed not by buildings but by the Platja de Torredembarra i Creixell nature reserve: the best-preserved dunes and salt marshes on the Catalan coast outside the Ebro Delta, part of the Natura 2000 network, squeezed between the sea and the railway line. A 400 m stretch of the beach is designated by the Costa Daurada tourism board for naturists, and it is on the Club Català de Naturisme's list of nude beaches; the rest of the beach is used by clothed bathers, families and walkers. The dunes are fragile and visitors are asked to keep to the marked paths and boardwalks, as uncontrolled trampling has opened many small tracks in the past. The beach has more services than most natural beaches in Catalonia: lifeguards, showers, footbaths and toilets in season, an amphibious wheelchair, and a 452 m sensory trail adapted for blind and partially sighted visitors. The wetland is also a well-known birdwatching site.

Sa Conca is a small cove about 1.2 km south of the centre of Cadaqués on the Cap de Creus peninsula, past the town beaches of Llané Petit and Llané Gran on the way to the Cala Nans lighthouse. It is narrow, around 125 metres long and barely 11 metres deep, made of rounded stones, coarse sand and rock, with calm, clear water. Visit Costa Brava notes its long tradition of nude bathing, and the Catalan naturist club lists it. The cove has cultural history too: the Cadaqués International Music Festival has been held in the olive grove of Sa Conca every August since 1970, and the Punta de Sortell headland at its northern end holds one of the oldest summer houses on the Costa Brava, belonging to the Pitxot family and visited by painters and writers such as Eliseu Meifrèn, Santiago Rusiñol and Joan Maragall. There are no facilities on the beach itself, though bars and restaurants are within walking distance. Occupancy is moderate.

La Marquesa is a wide, quiet nude beach in Deltebre on the north side of the Ebro Delta, inside the Ebro Delta Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve. It runs between the Riumar resort and the Punta del Fangar, a 410-hectare sand spit, and the Vascos restaurant marks the boundary between La Marquesa and the Fangar section. The sand is fine and the dunes behind it are among the best preserved in the delta; they even continue underwater as shallow bars, so the sea is calm and shelving. Lengths vary by source, from about 1.2 km (regional tourism board) to 4.5 km (FEN, which likely includes adjoining sand). The Terres de l'Ebre tourism board classifies it as a nudist beach and it holds a Blue Flag. There are no services besides the restaurant: no lifeguards, showers or bins, so take your rubbish home. Dogs are allowed on a lead. It suits couples, families and nudists looking for space and quiet.

Algaiarens, also called La Vall, is on the north-west coast of Menorca in Ciutadella, in a protected valley of pine woods and dunes. It is really two neighbouring beaches, Es Bot to the east and Es Tancats to the west, with golden sand and moderate surf; FEN gives about 300 m and a lifeguard in season. It is a popular family beach in summer, set in natural surroundings with no development. FEN includes it on its list of nudist-tradition beaches, but other guides describe it as a family beach and we found no other source for nude use here. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

The naturist beach known as Almanat is the nude stretch of Playa de Almayate in the municipality of Vélez-Málaga, on the Axarquía coast about 25 km east of Málaga, between Torre del Mar and the mouth of the Vélez river. It takes its name from the Almanat naturist campsite, which sits directly behind the sand on the N-340 at km 269 and is open year-round. The beach is about 2.8 km long and 30 m wide, of dark grey sand with moderate waves, backed by farmland of the Vélez river plain rather than by tower blocks, which makes it one of the few undeveloped stretches left on this coast. There is no promenade and no natural shade. The Vélez-Málaga council's beach brochure calls it one of the best-known and most visited nudist beaches among naturists, and it attracts a regular crowd of campers, Málaga locals and Northern European winter visitors. It is usually not crowded even in high season.

Playa Alzada is one of the 'Grandes Playas' on the east coast of Fuerteventura, in the municipality of La Oliva, set in front of the huge white dune field of the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park. It is about 840 metres of fine golden sand, around 30 metres wide, with open views across to the islands of Lobos and Lanzarote. The surrounding landscape is entirely undeveloped and the beach is one of the calmest on this stretch, with low occupancy, though wind and moderate waves are typical. An Italian travel guide reports it was placed 48th in a 2026 list of Europe's 50 best beaches. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, and the coves towards the southern end of the Grandes Playas are widely used for nude bathing; nude and clothed visitors spread out with plenty of room. There are no lifeguards, showers or bars, and little natural shade, so bring a windbreak, water and sun protection. The dunes are protected; keep to marked paths.

Playa Amarilla is a small, wild beach on the undeveloped coast west of Bolnuevo in Mazarrón (Murcia), on the stretch running towards Puntas de Calnegre. Its name, 'yellow beach', comes from the colour of the rock in the cliff behind it. It is a narrow strip, roughly 110 to 200 metres long and about 12 metres wide, made mostly of rounded pebbles with little sand, and posidonia seagrass washes up on the shore. Waves are usually moderate. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, and local guides describe it as a nude beach. It is one of a chain of coves along this coast used for nude bathing, including La Grúa, Cala Leño, Cala Desnuda and Barranco Ancho, and a coastal track linking them is popular with walkers and mountain bikers. There are no services of any kind, no shade and no lifeguards, so carry water, food and a sunshade. Mazarrón's long naturist reputation also rests on nearby Cueva de Lobos in Bolnuevo.

Playa Arnela is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

The nude beach at Arroyo Vaquero, better known as the Costa Natura beach and sometimes as Guadalobón, lies about 8 km west of Estepona on the Costa del Sol. It takes its name from Costa Natura, the oldest naturist centre in Spain, a complex built in the style of an Andalusian village, approved by FEN and the International Naturist Federation, with direct access to the sand. The wider beach runs for around 2.5 km of dark sand with moderate waves; the naturist section is the roughly 400-metre stretch in front of the resort, reaching to the Arroyo Enmedio stream. It was the first beach recognised as naturist in Spain by government decree, in 1979. The atmosphere is family-oriented in summer, when the resort runs children's activities, and quieter in winter, when many retired Europeans live there. Sunbeds can be hired from the Costa Natura kiosk, which sells soft drinks. Since 2021 a beach club set up on the beach next to the resort has refused nude customers on its sunbeds and bar, prompting a FEN petition.

Barrika beach (Barrikako hondartza) is an isolated beach below high cliffs on the Uribe Kosta coast of Bizkaia, north-east of Bilbao. It is about 600 metres long but narrow, a mix of boulders, rock and patches of sand that largely disappears at high tide. The beach faces the open Bay of Biscay, so waves are often strong, and it is popular with surfers and divers as well as nudists; the Basque tourism board notes it is frequented by both groups, and Spain's national tourism site says naturism is practised in part of it. The cliffs are made of soft, unstable layered rock, and rockfalls occur: the Spanish Naturist Federation advises against staying on the dry part of the beach below the cliff and warns that the long access staircase is in poor condition, with reports that it is broken and will not be repaired. FEN also notes the council has removed the beach from its tourist leaflets. There are no reliable facilities, so treat this as a wild beach for experienced visitors.

Baño de las Mujeres is a small cove on the remote coast of Lorca municipality in the Region of Murcia, between Águilas and Mazarrón. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach: about 40 metres long and 30 metres deep, of gravel and golden sand, with calm water and medium occupancy. The surroundings are dry, undeveloped hills with no buildings nearby. Services are minimal: the council cleans it regularly and there are a couple of bins, but no lifeguard, showers or bar. Nearby coves on the same coast are also used for nude bathing, notably Cala Siscal next door, which has become popular with nude bathers because of its distance from buildings; tiny Cala de San Pedro lies between the two. Lorca's officially recognised nude beach is further along at La Junquera. Note that one general directory lists Baño de las Mujeres as non-nudist, so expect mixed use.

Caleta Beatriz is a small, isolated cove on the wild north coast of Fuerteventura in La Oliva municipality, between the El Cotillo lighthouse and the hamlet of Majanicho. It is about 200 metres long and 18 metres wide, with gravel and white sand framed by dark volcanic rock and low dunes. The shape of the coastline shelters it, so the water is often calm and clear enough for snorkelling, even though the coast around it is windy and seaweed sometimes washes in. Spain's national tourism site describes it as an unspoilt beach used by nude bathers, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach. Occupancy is low. There are no services nearby at all, so bring food, water and shade.

Playa Blanca is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala de Enmedio is a small cove in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park (Almería), a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, lying between the village of Agua Amarga and Cala del Plomo. It is about 130 metres long and 37 metres deep, with gravel and golden sand that glints with metallic flecks, and is framed by pale rock formations, some of which are fossilised dunes. The water is calm and clear, which makes it a favourite for snorkelling. It can only be reached on foot or by boat, so it stays quiet even in summer, and it is a well-known nude cove. In 2012 the Repsol Guide named it the best spot in Andalusia. There are no facilities whatsoever. Boats anchoring in the bay can disturb the peace in high season.

Caleta del Congrio is the easternmost of the Papagayo coves on Lanzarote's southern tip, in Yaiza municipality within the protected Los Ajaches area. It is a bay of pale, fine sand about 280 metres long and 20 metres wide, with calm, turquoise water and views across to Fuerteventura. A rocky promontory divides it into two sections. The cove has a long nudist history and is still one of the main nude beaches of the Papagayo area, together with Puerto Muelas and part of Playa Mujeres; today it is mixed, with nude and clothed visitors, but less crowded than the more famous Papagayo coves. The Spanish Naturist Federation nonetheless reports high occupancy in summer. There are no facilities of any kind: no shade, bar, toilets or lifeguards. It is also known as gay-friendly.

Caletón de los Cangrejos is a tiny rocky cove on the north-west coast of Gran Canaria near Sardina de Gáldar, in Gáldar municipality. Enclosed by cliffs in an unspoilt area, it measures only about 50 by 25 metres and is made of rock rather than sand. Spain's national tourism site describes it as a small nude beach, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition spot with low occupancy. It faces the Atlantic, so wind and strong waves are common; with surf, any wave can throw swimmers against the rocks, so only swim in calm conditions. There are no facilities, shade or lifeguards. It suits experienced visitors looking for solitude rather than a beach day.

Cofete is the wild Atlantic beach on the north (windward) side of the Jandía peninsula at the southern tip of Fuerteventura, inside Jandía Natural Park in the municipality of Pájara. Roughly 12-14 km of golden sand run beneath the steep ridge of Pico de la Zarza, with the tiny hamlet of Cofete and the mysterious Villa Winter on the hillside behind. There is no development at all: no showers, sunbeds, beach bars or lifeguards. Because the beach is so vast and remote, nude sunbathing is widespread and tolerated anywhere away from the car park and the main access tracks; naturist guides describe it as free naturist use rather than a marked zone. The sea is the real issue: constant wind, heavy surf and strong currents make swimming dangerous, and most guides advise against going in beyond the shallows. Visitors range from day-trippers on 4x4 tours to campers and hikers.

Playa de Los Colmenares is a small, quiet gravel beach on the south coast of Tenerife in San Miguel de Abona, about 500 metres from Playa del Barranco and close to the hotels and golf courses of the Golf del Sur area. It is about 230 metres long and 35 metres wide, with calm water and no services of any kind. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach with low occupancy; most tourists in the area stay at their hotel pools, which keeps it uncrowded. General beach directories do not mark it as a nude beach, so expect a mix of clothed and nude visitors and keep to the quieter parts. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Chinguarime is a remote beach on the south-east coast of La Gomera, at the mouth of a deep ravine east of Playa Santiago. It is part of a string of three isolated beaches with Tapahuga and El Medio, which guidebooks describe together as a long-standing nudist area. FEN lists it as about 800 m long and 30 m wide, made of dark gravel and volcanic sand, with calm water and few visitors. There are no buildings or services, and the barren cliffs and ravine walls make the setting feel cut off from the rest of the island. Sources disagree about how nude it is: some describe it as frequented by nudists, while at least one beach directory marks it as non-nudist. Expect a quiet, mixed beach where nudity is common and accepted.

L'Ahuir is the long, undeveloped beach north of Gandia's main seafront in Valencia province, running towards Xeraco. Unlike the built-up Platja de Gandia, it is backed by dunes and marshland that are protected as a natural area, and wooden boardwalks cross the dunes so that the vegetation can recover. The Spanish Naturist Federation gives it as about 1.75 km long and 70 m wide, with golden sand, calm but sometimes windy water and light use, and notes that its quiet, isolated character has made it a favourite with nudists. It holds a Blue Flag and has lifeguards and showers in season, which makes it one of the better-equipped traditional nude beaches on this coast. Expect a mix of nude and clothed visitors along its length.

Playa De La Cortadura is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Les Llomes de Reixes, also called Cala del Cuartel, is a small pebble cove in El Campello, north of Alicante, beneath a cliff topped by the ruins of the 16th-century Reixes watchtower, part of the old coastal defence system. It forms the northern end of Barranc d'Aigües beach, and the adjoining section is the municipal dog beach. The cove is about 100 m of rounded stones and gravel, with moderate waves and clear water over rocky seabed; there is a snorkelling route along it. El Campello's municipal website classifies it as a naturist or nudist-tradition beach, and the regional tourism board lists it as naturist. Use is low and there are no services.

Muriola, also called La Cantera, is a small cove in Barrika on the Bizkaia coast between Sopelana and Plentzia, about 80 m long and backed by cliffs. Only a small part of it is fine sand; most of the beach is grit and small stones left over from an old stone quarry and washing site that once operated here. The Cantabrian Sea brings moderate surf. FEN notes that some older guides still mention a beach bar and a car park that no longer exist: the bar closed years ago and the private land used for parking has been shut off. Naturists have long used the cove, but on summer weekends it now draws many clothed bathers too, possibly pushed here by paid parking at nearby beaches. FEN records a lifeguard and showers in season.

Sakoneta is a wild cove on the Gipuzkoa coast in the municipality of Deba, part of the Basque Coast Geopark between Deba and Zumaia. It is famous for its flysch: layers of tilted rock that the sea has planed into long, ridged platforms, exposed spectacularly at low tide. The beach is about 450-500 m long and consists of boulders, rock shelves and pockets of stone rather than sand, set beneath tall cliffs. There are no services, the Atlantic surf is usually strong and the place is often windy. Few people make the walk, and its quiet has made it a long-standing naturist refuge; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and visitors report that nudity is common among the few sunbathers. At high tide much of the shore disappears and waves break against the cliff, so timing matters. The geology draws walkers and photographers as well as sunbathers.

Playa Triana is a pebble beach on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria, just east of Arguineguín, within the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. It runs for about 500 m below a low cliff alongside the old GC-500 coast road, which now carries little traffic, so the beach is quiet. The shore is made of large smooth pebbles, with a strip of dark volcanic sand exposed at low tide and smooth rock outcrops to sit on; small caves among the rocks in the middle of the beach are a favourite spot. The water is usually calm. Local guides describe Triana as popular with nude bathers and with local campervan owners, and it is known for its sunsets. There is no lifeguard and no toilet, only bins by the road.

Valdearenas is the largest beach at Liencres, about 2.8 km of fine golden sand inside the Dunas de Liencres natural park, less than 20 km west of Santander. It is backed by a large active dune system, with dunes up to about 20 metres high, and pine woods, and it ends at the mouth of the river Pas. The surf is strong and the beach is popular with surfers. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition and says that in high season nude bathers gather towards the far end of the beach, near the river mouth; guides speak of a naturist stretch of a few hundred metres. Lifeguards, showers and restaurants are near the main car park. Dogs are not allowed, though visitors note many people bring them anyway. Sunsets over the sea are a highlight.

Vueltas is the small town beach beside the fishing and ferry port of Vueltas in Valle Gran Rey, on the west coast of La Gomera. It is about 150 m long and 25 m wide, with dark volcanic sand and calm water sheltered by the harbour. It is an urban beach with a tourist office, bins and cleaning nearby, and it is popular with divers. Spain's national tourism site states that naturism can be practised in one part of the beach, but this is mainly an ordinary harbour-side beach used by families and locals; the valley's established nude beach is Playa del Inglés, about 2 km away at the other end of Valle Gran Rey. News reports have mentioned partial closures of Vueltas beach, so check its current status locally.

Descojonado is a tiny boulder cove, about 50 m long and 8 m deep, on the remote west coast of Gran Canaria in La Aldea de San Nicolás. Mountains surround it and there is no development. The sea usually has a moderate swell. FEN and beach listings class it as a nude beach, and it sees very few visitors. There are no facilities. Nearby, Güi-Güi beaches further south are better known nude spots but much harder to reach.

Diego Hernández is a small golden-sand cove on the wild stretch of coast north of La Caleta in Adeje, south-west Tenerife, one of the few undeveloped beaches left in this part of the island. It is about 80 m long and 25 m deep at high tide, with more sand exposed at low tide, and clear turquoise water. Because no road reaches it, it is quiet, with an alternative crowd and a strong naturist presence; the Canary Islands tourism board marks it as a nudist zone. There are no facilities. Currents can be strong when the sea is up, so it suits confident swimmers best.

El Aljibe de la Cueva is a long, wild beach just south of El Cotillo on Fuerteventura's north-west coast, in La Oliva. It stretches for about 1.2 km, a mix of sand and gravel with rocky outcrops, facing the open Atlantic; the waves are often strong and the wind steady. Some guides also call it Piedra Playa. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and the beach is informally divided by use: surfers in some parts, naturists in others and clothed bathers nearer the access points. Occupancy is low compared with the calm lagoons north of El Cotillo. The federation records a lifeguard, but there are no showers or other facilities, and swimming conditions can be rough.

L'Esparrelló (also spelled El Asparalló), near the Montíboli area just under 2 km south-west of the centre of La Vila Joiosa on the Costa Blanca, is a gravel and coarse-sand beach of roughly 200 m tucked beneath cliffs. It has two parts: a small cove at the entrance and a longer strip of shingle between the sea and the cliff face. Whether you can walk between them along the shore depends on what recent storms have done to the beach, which shifts sand and stones around; at other times you need a short but rough path. The water is clear and shows the full range of greens and blues typical of this coast. There are no lifeguards or showers. The regional tourism portal of the Comunitat Valenciana lists it as suitable for nudism, and La Vila Joiosa's town council kept the nudist tradition at L'Esparrelló when it amended its beach ordinance in 2017. The Spanish Naturist Federation also lists it.

El Callao is a short, stony beach on the eastern edge of Los Cristianos in Arona, on the south coast of Tenerife. It is about 400 m long and roughly 30 m wide, made of rounded boulders and gravel rather than sand, so the shoreline is uncomfortable underfoot and water shoes help. The water is normally calm, which makes swimming straightforward once you are past the stones. Despite sitting next to a busy resort, it keeps a reputation as a place where nude sunbathing is tolerated, and both the Spanish Naturist Federation and the InSpain beach guide list it as nudist. Expect a mix of nude and clothed visitors rather than a dedicated naturist crowd; use is moderate. There are no lifeguards and no showers on the beach itself, and there is little natural shade, so bring an umbrella and water. Shops, bars and restaurants are a short walk away in Los Cristianos.

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.

El Islote is a small sandy beach on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura in the municipality of La Oliva, roughly 2 km from the village of El Cotillo, in the area of shallow lagoons and low dunes north of the village. The InSpain beach guide puts it at around 75 m long, with sand set among dunes, low numbers of visitors and an isolated setting, and lists it as a nudist beach. The water is usually calm but the spot is exposed to the trade winds. There are no facilities on the beach. Several other small coves along this stretch of coast are also used for nude sunbathing, including Playa de El Río, which the Spanish Naturist Federation lists nearby.

El Muerto is the naturist beach of Almuñécar on Granada's Costa Tropical, just west of the town beyond Cotobro, between the San José headland and the Peñón del Lobo. It is really two small beaches linked by a path, about 400 m in total, made of gravel with some coarse sand that keeps the water very clear and good for snorkelling. Cliffs shelter it, and a hidden spring gives the back of the beach unusually lush vegetation; visitors report seeing chameleons. A fishermen's path continues to the lighthouse at Punta de la Mona. A local naturist association federated with FEN looks after the beach and FEN reports that a sunbed and umbrella rental operates here in summer. On summer weekends you may find more clothed visitors than nude ones.

El Rebollo, also known as Les Pesqueres-El Rebollo, is a natural beach in the municipality of Elche on the southern Costa Blanca, between La Marina and the mouth of the river Segura near Guardamar. It is around 1.2-1.4 km of fine golden sand, about 50 m wide, backed by a protected system of dunes, pine woods and palms. The northern end near the La Marina campsite has a boardwalk, a beach bar, toilets and lifeguards in summer; further south the beach becomes wilder, without services. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists El Rebollo as a nudist-tradition beach, and other sources describe both a nudist tradition and a gay section. Nude bathing is concentrated in the quieter southern part away from the campsite access. The beach usually flies a Blue Flag and occupancy is low compared with the urban beaches nearby.

Playa El Río is a 390 m beach of white sand and low dunes on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura, about 2 km from El Cotillo in La Oliva. The surroundings are bare and rocky, with a lighthouse at the end of the coast nearby. The beach is wide, about 70 m, and the water is calm though the wind is often strong. FEN lists it as a nude-tradition beach and occupancy is low. There are no services.

Els Tossals (Los Tusales in Spanish) is a natural beach in Guardamar del Segura, in the south of Alicante province, just next to the mouth of the river Segura. Behind it lie the Guardamar dunes and their planted pine woods, and a wooden boardwalk crosses the dune ridge to the sand. The beach is long and golden, well over a kilometre by most counts, with moderate waves and low occupancy. The Valencian regional tourism board describes it as suitable for naturism and lists a naturist area among its services, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist beach. The river outflow can make the water less clear than at nearby beaches, which is why many bathers prefer El Rebollo further along; that also keeps Els Tossals quiet. There are no lifeguards, showers or kiosks, so bring food and water.

Playa Ensenada del Esparto is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

The stretch known as Cerrillos, also called Punta Entinas, lies on the Almeria coast between Roquetas de Mar and Almerimar, inside the Paraje Natural Punta Entinas-Sabinar. It is a long, undeveloped strip of dark sand with no buildings on the shore. Sources give different lengths, from about 3.4 to 6.5 km, and the national tourism board lists 6.5 km by 80 m. The national tourism page says the quiet setting has encouraged nudist zones that are growing in popularity, but it does not mark where they start or end. The beach has a tourist office and a cleaning service, but one guide says there are no services. The wind can be strong and the sea can be rough. The beach is usually not very busy in high season, which suits walkers and sunbathers looking for space. The sources agree that the beach is quiet outside the high season, so the summer peak is the busiest time to avoid if you want space.

Es Canar (Es Caná) is a resort beach on Ibiza's east coast in the municipality of Santa Eulària des Riu, about 5 km north-east of Santa Eulària town. The main beach is a sheltered bay of roughly 350 m of golden sand with calm, shallow water, lined with hotels, restaurants and sunbed rental, and it holds a Blue Flag; on Wednesdays the nearby Punta Arabí hippy market draws big crowds. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Es Canar as a nudist-tradition beach, and a Spanish naturist guide calls it one of the island's naturist centres, but it treats the main bay as the hub of a chain of small rocky coves on either side, such as Ses Pedrises and Cala Nova, where nudity is common. On the main beach itself, most visitors are clothed families. Anyone looking to bathe nude should head to the coves at the edges of the bay. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Playa Esmeralda is a sandy bay on the Jandía peninsula in the south of Fuerteventura, in the municipality of Pájara, lying between the resort of Costa Calma and the long lagoon beaches of Sotavento. It is about 400 m of light sand backed by low cliffs and hotels, and it is noticeably more sheltered from the wind than the kitesurf beaches either side, so the water is often calm. Travel guides describe nude sunbathing as common here, with naturists spread along the quieter parts of the bay rather than in a marked zone, and at least one hotel guest has complained that nudists use all the beaches around the hotel. Because the beach is shared with clothed hotel guests, expect a mixed crowd. Listings mention beach services at the hotel end, but the far parts of the bay have none.

Playa del Faro de Trafalgar lies beside the Cape Trafalgar lighthouse in Barbate, Cádiz, on the sandy spit that links the cape to the mainland, a protected natural monument. The beach starts at the cape and runs north-west past Zahora towards Conil, a strand so long that its end is out of sight; FEN counts about 3 km on its own sheet. The sand is fine and golden, and the area is windy. Nude bathers use the beach and the small coves around the lighthouse, while Los Castillejos, on the other side towards Caños de Meca, is the area's best-known nude beach. Swimming here needs serious caution: strong cross-currents meet off the cape, swimming is banned in the coves right by the lighthouse, and FEN calls it one of the most dangerous beaches in Spain. The 34 m conical lighthouse dates from 1860, and the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar was fought offshore.

Cala Mosca, also called Playa Flamenca, is a short stretch of undeveloped coast on the Orihuela Costa in the far south of Alicante province, between the urbanisations of Playa Flamenca and La Zenia. It is the last natural kilometre of shoreline in the municipality: low rocky headlands separate a handful of small sandy coves, and the land behind is scrub that shelters protected and endemic species, including an endemic land snail, a rare rock rose and a little-known lizard. The main cove is about 108 m long with golden sand and calm water; it connects with neighbouring Cala Estaca. According to the Spanish Naturist Federation, nude bathing is long established in several of the smaller coves here rather than in front of the developed end. The area has been at the centre of a planning fight: in September 2021 the council approved a project of more than 2,000 homes on the land behind the coves, opposed by environmental groups and the federation. Use is generally light outside high summer.

Gorrondatxe, also called Azkorri, is a wide beach of dark sand and rock below high cliffs in Getxo, just north of Bilbao, between the end of the Galea cliffs and Punta Azkorri. FEN lists it as about 850 m long and over 100 m deep at low tide, with strong surf, medium use, a lifeguard and showers. The cliffs here are part of a geological site known for its rock layers. It is one of the classic naturist beaches of the Basque Country, used by nude and clothed bathers, surfers and walkers. Basic services including toilets, cleaning and food and drink are available in summer. The surf is powerful, so swim only in guarded areas.

Illa Roja is a small cove on the Begur coast in the Baix Empordà, between the beaches of Sa Riera (Begur) and El Racó (Pals). It takes its name from a large reddish rock stack that rises from the water right off the beach. The cove is about 170 m of golden sand framed by cracked cliffs and Mediterranean pines, with clear water and moderate waves. It is one of the best-known nude beaches on the Costa Brava, though nudity is optional in practice and the proportion of nude bathers varies. The Club Català de Naturisme holds gatherings here, for example on Naturism Day in early June, and many French visitors come too. The beach is easily seen from the coastal path above. In summer it gets crowded and the only facility is a small seasonal snack bar.

Playa La Garañona is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

La Llana is the long, wild beach on the seaward side of the Salinas y Arenales de San Pedro del Pinatar regional park in Murcia, a strip of dunes between the Mediterranean and the salt pans at the northern tip of the Mar Menor. The sand runs for about 3 km, golden and fairly narrow, backed by protected dunes with wooden walkways and with the salt pans, flamingos and old windmills inland. The surf is usually moderate. For decades this was one of the best-known traditional nudist beaches in the Murcia region, and naturists favoured the stretches furthest from the car parks. That changed in 2017, when the town council passed a beach ordinance that declares no naturist beach in the municipality and prohibits full nudity, and the Spanish Naturist Federation now urges members not to visit. There are lifeguards in season but no showers, and few services beyond the car parks.

Playa Lagoon Fuerteventura is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playa Larga is a long, narrow beach on the protected coast of Lorca in Murcia, inside the Cabo Cope and Puntas de Calnegre regional park, between Calnegre and the coves towards Águilas. FEN gives it as about 600 m long and only 7 m deep, of gravel and dark sand, with moderate surf, few people and no lifeguard or showers. There are no buildings or services along it. It shares the same unpaved coastal track as several small coves on this coast, some of which (such as Cala Blanca and La Junquera) are also used by nude bathers.

Playa Larga is one of the named sections of the Grandes Playas de Corralejo, the long run of beaches along the east side of the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park in La Oliva, northern Fuerteventura. The dunes, the largest in the Canary Islands, have been a natural park since 1982. This section is about 800 metres long and wide, with golden sand, moderate waves and frequent wind, and looks across to the islands of Lobos and Lanzarote. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. Guides note that the stretches further from Corralejo town are quieter and better suited to naturists, while the northern beaches nearer the town are more family-oriented and have services. Occupancy here is low. There is no lifeguard and no shower on this section.

Las Coloradas is a 230 m beach of dark sand and pebbles just outside Morro Jable, on the Jandía peninsula in the far south of Fuerteventura (Pájara municipality). It takes its name from the reddish cliffs behind it, which also give some shade, a rarity on this coast. The setting is undeveloped and occupancy is low. Nude bathing is the norm rather than the exception, and Spain's national tourism portal notes that nudism is practised here. The water has a moderate swell, and guides advise swimming only when the sea is calm. There are no facilities on the beach, though barbecue areas are near the car park.

Lomo Galeón is a tiny, secluded cove on Gran Canaria's south-west coast in the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, below the GC-500 coast road between the resorts of the south and Arguineguín. It is only around 30-50 m long, a pocket of boulders, pebbles and a little sand tucked between rocky headlands, with usually calm, clear water and a rocky bottom that suits snorkelling. There are no services at all: no lifeguard, kiosk, toilets or shade. Because the path down is steep and the cove is easy to miss from the road, it is often empty, and many of the people who do make the climb down sunbathe nude. It is not an officially designated nudist beach, but the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among its nudist-tradition beaches and local guides describe nudity as the norm here. Space is very limited, so a handful of visitors can make it feel full.

Los Secos (also listed as El Cerrillo) is a small, secluded beach on the rugged south-west coast of Mogán in Gran Canaria. FEN describes it as isolated, about 260 m long and 25 m deep, of gravel and sand, with calm water and few visitors, and no lifeguard or showers. Cliffs cut it off from the land, which is why it stays quiet and why it is used by nude bathers. Spain's official tourism site lists the boat as the means of access, and Puerto de Mogán is the nearest harbour.

Mangueta is an undeveloped beach on the Costa de la Luz in the municipality of Vejer de la Frontera, between El Palmar and Los Caños de Meca, on the wildest part of Vejer's shoreline. It runs for about 900 metres, golden sand backed by low dunes and scrub, facing the Atlantic with moderate waves and frequent wind. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition; directories describe it as partly or wholly nudist, so expect a mix of nude and clothed visitors. There are no buildings and no infrastructure on the sand beyond litter bins and cleaning, and no lifeguards or showers. Local campaigners have raised concern about commercial pressure, including a beach-bar concession that they say has brought loud parties, and have asked for the area to be protected.

Marfolín is a long, open beach on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura near the fishing village of El Cotillo, in the municipality of La Oliva. It runs for roughly 950 m with a width of around 30 m, golden sand backed by low dunes and volcanic rock, and it faces the open Atlantic, so the surf and wind are usually strong and swimming needs care. The setting is semi-developed, with El Cotillo nearby, but occupancy is low and there is plenty of space to spread out. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Marfolín as a nudist-tradition beach, and other beach guides also class it as nudist; in practice nude bathers share the sand with surfers and walkers, as on much of Fuerteventura's coast. There is no lifeguard or shower according to FEN, although one guide mentions toilets nearby. Bring a windbreak, as the wind rarely drops on this side of the island.

Matagorda is the sandy beach between Puerto del Carmen and Arrecife airport on the south-east coast of Lanzarote, in the municipality of Tías. It is a narrow strip of pale sand around a kilometre long, fronted by a promenade, apartments and hotels, with mostly calm water and frequent wind. For most of its length it is an ordinary resort beach used by families. The local English-language paper Gazette Life reports that nudists often use the far end of Matagorda where aircraft come in to land, an unofficial arrangement rather than a designated area; the same article stresses that the main resort beaches of Puerto del Carmen are not naturist. Expect a mixed crowd and keep nude use to the quieter airport end.

Playa Mujeres is the largest of the Papagayo beaches on the southern tip of Lanzarote, east of Playa Blanca in Yaiza, inside the Los Ajaches protected area. It is a broad bay of white sand, about 400 m long and 85 m deep, with calm, clear turquoise water and bare volcanic hills behind. Spain's tourism portal notes that one section is a naturist area: nude bathers mostly use the southern end and the small coves that link Mujeres with Playa del Pozo. The rest of the beach is clothed and it is one of the most popular beaches in this part of the island, so occupancy is high in season. There are no lifeguards, showers or bars on the sand.

Playa Naturista Amarilla is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playa Naturista Caletilla Roja is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Negrete is a quiet beach of deep golden sand inside the Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas y Peña del Águila regional park, on the Cartagena coast of Murcia just south of La Manga. The park protects one of the last undeveloped stretches of this shoreline, with dunes and old salt flats behind the beaches, and many consider its beaches the finest in the region. Negrete is about 600 metres long, with generally calm water and low occupancy. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and nude and clothed bathers share the sand. There are no facilities, as on the other Calblanque beaches, though the federation records lifeguard cover in season. In July and August car access to the park is restricted to protect it, so plan ahead.

Mareny de Sant Llorenç is a wild beach in the municipality of Cullera, south of Valencia, inside the Albufera Natural Park. It runs for about 2.5 km between Platja del Dosel to the south and the boundary with Sueca to the north. There is almost no building: a long line of dunes, some patched with fields, separates the sand from the land behind. The sand is golden and the surf moderate. It is Cullera's only authorised nudist area and is well liked by naturists. Facilities are limited but include boardwalks over the dunes and, according to the regional tourism board, lifeguard towers and first aid in season.

Playa Nudista ARRAZUA is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playa Nudista Arroiabe is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

The naturist beach at Costa Natura lies about 8 km from Estepona on the Costa del Sol, on a stretch of shore also known as Arroyo Vaquero or Guadalobón. FEN gives the beach as about 2.5 km of dark sand with moderate surf; the naturist section, in front of the Costa Natura naturist resort, is a few hundred metres long. Costa Natura is Spain's oldest naturist centre, built to look like an Andalusian village and recognised by FEN and the International Naturist Federation. The resort has direct beach access and families visit in summer, while in winter many retired Europeans live there. In 2021 a beach club, Nido, set up on the naturist stretch and refused nude bathers on its sunbeds and at its bar, which led to a petition backed by FEN.

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.

Montaña de Arena is a 250 m beach of dark sand just west of the Pasito Blanco marina in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, on the south coast of Gran Canaria between Maspalomas and Arguineguín. It takes its name from the large sand dune behind it. The water usually has a moderate swell. It is a long-standing spot for local nude bathers and is calmer than the resort beaches to the east. Kestrels hunt over the cliffs. There are no facilities or lifeguards, so carry your rubbish away. Regulars dislike cameras: photographing the scenery is fine, but do not point a lens at people or film.

Saturraran is a beach of sand and stones at the western end of the Gipuzkoa coast, in Mutriku, right on the border with Ondarroa in Bizkaia. It is about 300 m long and unusually wide at roughly 90 m, set between the mouth of the Mijoa stream and Saturraran point, and two large rock stacks stand on the sand; local legend makes them a pair of lovers named Satur and Aran. Waves break with real force and it is often windy, so it is popular with bodyboarders. The Basque tourism board lists a nudist area among the beach's services, which makes Saturraran one of the few Basque beaches where nude use is acknowledged officially; the Spanish Naturist Federation also lists it. The rest of the beach is used by clothed families from the surrounding towns, so expect a mixed crowd. Services are good for a Basque beach: lifeguards, toilets, showers and changing rooms, a picnic area and a large car park, with a campsite nearby.

Paso del Salgo is a small rocky cove on the north-west coast of Gran Canaria in Gáldar, on the stretch of cliffs around Punta de Sardina. It is about 100 metres long, made of rock rather than sand, at the foot of a cliff, in an isolated and unspoiled setting. Spain's national tourism portal describes it as a small nudist beach in a little-visited natural area, and a regional guide notes that nude bathing here is a long-standing tradition; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it too. The sea is usually moderate but the area is windy, and the water is clear. There are no facilities at all, no lifeguard and no shade. It is a spot for experienced coastal walkers and swimmers who are comfortable on rocks, rather than a beach day with children.

Playa Percheles is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Puerto Muelas is one of the coves of the Papagayo coast at the southern tip of Lanzarote, in the municipality of Yaiza, inside the Los Ajaches Natural Monument. It is a sheltered bay of about 130 m of pale, fine sand surrounded by rocky slopes, with calm, clear turquoise water ideal for swimming and snorkelling. It is the main nude beach of the Papagayo area: naturists gather here and in the adjoining coves towards Playa del Pozo, while the central Papagayo beach is mostly clothed. The national tourism portal notes that nudism is practised and that there is an area for campers and caravans nearby, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach. There is no lifeguard; FEN and the tourism portal mention showers and toilets in the area. It can get busy in high season, though it is quieter than the more famous Papagayo cove.

Punta Gorda is a tiny rocky beach on the north-west coast of Gran Canaria in Agaete, near the Guayedra ravine and the El Risco area, set in untouched coast below cliffs. FEN gives it as about 50 m long and 15 m deep, mostly rock, with strong surf, few visitors and no lifeguard or showers. The swell is often heavy and swimming can be dangerous. Its isolation makes it a place for nude sunbathing rather than a swimming beach.

Punta Prima is a resort beach at the south-eastern tip of Menorca in Sant Lluís, facing the Illa de l'Aire and its lighthouse, which shelters the bay. The beach is white sand, about 120 metres long and fairly deep, with clear, usually calm water, and it is backed by the holiday development of Punta Prima. It is busy in summer and has lifeguards. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Cala de Punta Prima among its beaches of nudist tradition, but other sources do not support this: a 2024 report in a Menorca newspaper groups Punta Prima with urban beaches whose nudist history is doubtful, and general guides describe it as a family resort beach. Naturists looking for a nude beach in Menorca are generally pointed to places such as Binigaus, Cala Pilar or Cales Coves instead. If you bathe nude here, keep to the rocks at the edges and expect to be among clothed families. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Punta del Angosto is a 175 m boulder beach on a small cape on the north coast of Gran Canaria, in Santa María de Guía. It is about 20 m deep, with no sand to speak of, and the swell is usually strong. The setting is isolated and occupancy is low. FEN and beach listings class it as a nude beach. There are no lifeguards; only basic litter bins are listed.

San Martín is a beach at the eastern edge of Celorio in Llanes, eastern Asturias, inside the protected landscape of the eastern Asturian coast. At low tide it joins neighbouring Portiello beach and connects with the island of Poo, forming a single sweep of about 750 metres; the Spanish Naturist Federation recommends visiting then, when the setting is at its most striking. The sand is white, scattered with huge boulders between high rock walls, and at low water fresh groundwater bubbles up through the sand. The beach lies on the coastal route of the Camino de Santiago. Because it can only be reached on foot, it is less crowded than the beaches in Celorio and Llanes, and the federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. It is also a surf spot. Lifeguards cover it in summer, but there are no showers.

Sonabia, also known as Valdearenas or Playa de la Ballena, lies in the municipality of Liendo in eastern Cantabria, between Laredo and Castro Urdiales (it is often wrongly assigned to Castro). It is one of Spain's oldest nudist beaches, with a long-established naturist tradition. The beach is a wide bay of golden sand, about 150 m long but up to 120 m deep at low tide, enclosed by green hills and dominated by a rocky headland shaped like a whale. A freshwater spring rises in the middle of the sand. The surrounding cliffs of Candina host a rare colony of griffon vultures nesting by the sea, and the area is protected under the eastern Cantabrian mountains plan. Swell is moderate but can be strong; FEN reports a lifeguard in season, though other guides describe no services. Nude bathers are in the majority, with clothed visitors a minority, and it can be busy on summer weekends.

Sotogrande beach runs along the seafront of the Sotogrande estate in San Roque, at the eastern edge of Cádiz province, west of the mouth of the Guadiaro river. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach with nudist tradition and gives it as about 2.25 km of darker sand, 35 m wide, with moderate surf, lifeguards and showers, and heavy use in summer. The surroundings are semi-urban, with villas and the marina nearby, and the river mouth beside it is a protected wetland. Beyond the federation's listing we found no description of nude use here, so expect a mainly clothed beach and keep to quieter stretches away from the estate frontage. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Playa de Levante is the wild southern continuation of Valdelagrana beach in El Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, running inside the Los Toruños metropolitan park, part of the Bahía de Cádiz natural park. Where the Valdelagrana promenade and apartment blocks stop, the coast becomes a long sandspit of golden sand backed by dunes, salt marsh and the mouth of the San Pedro river, with no buildings behind it. The Spanish Naturist Federation gives it as about 4.3 km long and 55 m wide, with calm but often windy water and light use. The nude section is roughly halfway along, around 1.7 km beyond the end of Valdelagrana, and is commonly described as the only nudist area on the Bay of Cádiz. Lifeguards cover the beach in summer but there are no bars, umbrellas or showers, so bring water and shade.

Playa de Valle Gran Rey, also called La Playa or La Puntilla, is the main urban beach of Valle Gran Rey on the west coast of La Gomera. It is about 1.4 km of dark volcanic sand and pebbles running along the seafront, with banana plantations behind, and the water is generally calm. There are showers and other town-beach services nearby. FEN lists it as a beach with nude use. In practice the valley's main nude beach is Playa del Inglés, a separate small beach of dark sand to the north-west, about 2 km from the Vueltas harbour, which official tourism sites describe as nudist; expect the town beach itself to be mainly clothed. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Barinatxe, better known as La Salvaje, is a wide, open beach on the Uribe Kosta coast north of Bilbao, shared between the municipalities of Getxo and Sopela and framed by high cliffs. It is about 750 m long and very deep at low tide, with golden and darker sand, and strong Atlantic surf; it is one of the Basque Country's main surf beaches, home to local surf schools and clubs. Services include a multi-purpose building with changing rooms and showers, and lifeguards from 11:00 to 20:00 in summer. The Basque government's tourism site states that the beach has a naturist zone, and Sopela's tourism office notes that nudism is practised at one end, where an international nude race is also held each year. Guides place the nude bathers along the left-hand (western, Getxo) side of the beach, below the cliffs. The crowd is young and mixed, with many clothed surfers. Strong currents are common, so swim with care.

Platja d'en Bossa is Ibiza's longest beach, a broad sweep of pale sand running south from the edge of Ibiza town, in the municipality of Sant Josep de sa Talaia. Most of its length is lined with hotels, beach clubs and bars and it is very busy in summer, with calm water and full services including lifeguards and showers. The Spanish Naturist Federation includes it in its list of beaches with nudist tradition and places it at the quieter southern end. We found no other source describing nude use here, and Ibiza guides send nudists to Es Cavallet, a short drive south. Treat it as a mainly clothed beach. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Playa de Aguadulce is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

The beach of Agua Amarga is the main beach of the small whitewashed village of the same name in Níjar, on the northern edge of the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería. It is a broad, urban beach of a little over half a kilometre of fine golden sand, with calm water and full services: lifeguards, bars and ice-cream kiosks on the sand, and an adapted access for disabled visitors. It is a mixed beach. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it, but notes that in July and August nudity becomes scarce or is confined to one end, as families fill the beach; some small caves line its western flank. Outside the peak months nude bathing is more common. Naturists looking for a quieter, fully nude setting usually walk on to the coves of Cala de Enmedio and Cala del Plomo to the south-west.

Aguilera (Agüilera, also called Aguilar) is a secluded beach in Gozón on the central coast of Asturias, near San Martín de Podes on the road from Avilés to Cabo Peñas, just before Verdicio. It is about 380-400 metres of fine golden sand, open to the Atlantic, with strong surf, and faces the offshore islets of La Peña Prieta and La Bermea. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist beach and notes that it was fashionable years ago but now sees few visitors, because access is hard, unsignposted and lacks parking. A regional guide describes it as a hidden cove where naturism is habitually practised. There are no toilets or showers. Its isolation and the 360-degree views from the headland are its main attractions; the waves make swimming demanding.

Aitzuri is a long, wild beach on the flysch coast of Gipuzkoa, listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation under Zumaia, on the stretch towards Deba within the Basque Coast Geopark. FEN describes it as isolated, about 1.6 km long and 35 metres wide, made of boulders and rock shelves rather than sand, with strong waves and frequent wind, and low occupancy. The tilted layers of rock that make this coast famous run down into the sea here, and much of the shore is a wave-cut platform exposed at low tide. FEN lists it as a nudist-tradition beach; with no services, few visitors and a rough shoreline, it suits experienced walkers rather than beachgoers. Tides and swell change conditions quickly, and the cliffs above should be treated with caution. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Ajuy is a black-sand beach beside the small fishing village of the same name on the west coast of Fuerteventura, in Pájara municipality. The cove is about 270 metres long, of soft dark volcanic sand dotted with grey pebbles and boulders, facing the open Atlantic, so waves and wind are often strong and tides need watching. It is best known for the Ajuy caves, a protected Natural Monument within the Betancuria Rural Park, reached by a path of about 500 metres that starts at the beach; some cave sections have stairs and handrails. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Ajuy as a nudist-tradition beach, and travel guides note that nude bathers are seen on the sand. It is mixed rather than nude-only, with day-trippers heading for the caves. There are no lifeguards or beach services.

Algorri is a tiny, hidden beach at the foot of the flysch cliffs in Zumaia (Gipuzkoa), part of the Basque Coast Geopark. Zumaia's tourism office describes it as far more remote and much less known than the town's other beaches, with little sand. FEN lists it as a nudist-tradition beach of only about 25 metres, made of boulders, rock and some sand, with strong waves and wind and low occupancy. The setting is the main attraction: layered rock strata stand almost vertically above the beach and run out across the tidal platform. There are no services. Because of its exposure and the tides, it is a place for experienced coastal walkers on calm days. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Alkolea, also called the Ensenada de Arbe, is an isolated beach in Mutriku (Gipuzkoa) on the coast between Deba and Mutriku. It is around 900 metres long and 50 metres wide, made of rounded stones and dark sand, and faces the open Bay of Biscay, so waves and wind are usually strong; local tourism describes it as a pebble cove with good surf for experienced surfers. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, and other directories describe it as partly or wholly nudist with low occupancy. There are no listed facilities on the beach. Nude bathers spread out along the quieter stretches away from the access paths. Nearby, the Saturraran beach on the Mutriku–Ondarroa border also has a naturist section.

Amadores is a sheltered, man-made crescent of pale sand between Puerto Rico and Tauro in Mogán, with very calm water behind breakwaters and restaurants lining the promenade. It is a busy resort beach full of families. FEN lists it among Spain's beaches with a naturist tradition but marks no nude section, and in practice most visitors wear swimwear. Naturists should be discreet here or head to quieter beaches such as Montaña de Arena or the Maspalomas nude zone.

Playa de Antequera is a remote, undeveloped beach in the Anaga area of northeastern Tenerife, where the coast is steep and the land around it is wild. Sources disagree on the municipality: some place it in Igueste de San Andres in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, others in El Rosario, so check a map before setting out. There is no road to the sand. The usual approach is by boat from Santa Cruz, or on foot along a rough trail from Chamorga or Igueste. Nude bathing is popular here and the beach is known among naturists on the island, although no official designation was found. The shore has no permanent services: no bar, no toilets, no lifeguard and little shade. The sea is often rough and the surf is strong, so the beach suits confident swimmers only. Bring water and food for the whole day, check the swell before setting out, and take all rubbish home.

Playa de Area Longa is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playa de Arenillas is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playa de Artola, also known as Cabopino beach, lies about 13 km east of central Marbella beside the Cabopino marina on the Costa del Sol. It is roughly 1.2 km of golden sand with moderate waves, backed not by apartment blocks but by the Dunas de Artola, more than 20 hectares of dunes and pine trees declared a Natural Monument in 2001. Wooden boardwalks cross the dunes to protect them, and there are no large beach clubs or rows of sunbeds. The beach is mixed, with a section used by nude bathers within the dune-backed stretch; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach with high occupancy. The nude area is not formally signed, so look for where others are nude. FEN reports no lifeguards or showers on the nude section; restaurants and bars are at the marina.

Playa de Balieiros is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Ballota (La Ballota, also called Playa de la Mesa) is a shell-shaped beach near Cue in the municipality of Llanes, on the eastern coast of Asturias. Directly in front of it rises the islet of Castro Ballota, where yellow-legged gulls and European storm petrels nest, and the coastline around it is protected for its vegetation and landscape. The beach is about 350 metres long and 60 metres wide, of medium golden sand; at high tide the sand is almost completely covered. A powerful blowhole (bufón) nearby sprays during heavy swell, and the Boriza viewpoint above gives wide views of the coast. Spain's national tourism site describes a nude section, naturally separated from the rest of the beach by a small rocky barrier that runs into the water. Being close to Cue, it gets medium to busy use in summer, though less than neighbouring Andrín. Lifeguards are on duty in summer; waves can be strong and flags are used.

Barayo, also called Playa de la Vega or de la Veiga, is a wild beach on the western coast of Asturias, in the municipality of Valdés between Luarca and Puerto de Vega. It sits at the mouth of the river Barayo, which splits the sand into two tongues, and the whole area is a partial nature reserve, with dunes, salt marsh and a rich birdlife; otters and oystercatchers live in the lower valley. The beach is about 670 metres long and 85 metres wide, of darker sand, with moderate waves. There is no development in sight. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it, and it is recommended by the Asturian naturist association ANAPA; regional guides also note nudist use. Occupancy is medium. There are no facilities on the beach; one guide mentions a summer lifeguard team, though FEN's data sheet says there is none.

Bascuas is a small cove of white sand near the village of Aios in the municipality of Sanxenxo, on the north shore of the Pontevedra estuary in the Rías Baixas. It is around 100 m long, sheltered from the wind by a hill that also isolates it from the surrounding area, and it looks out to the islands of Ons and Onza in the Atlantic Islands National Park. It is one of Galicia's most traditional nude beaches: nude bathers often make up nearly everyone on the sand, and visitors are expected to respect that. Unusually for a nude beach it is well looked after, with signage, a Blue Flag, lifeguards, toilets, free parking and a beach bar where naturists can eat without clothes; a natural spring-fed shower runs off the rocks at the right-hand end. The water is clear and cold. It gets busy on summer days. The hill behind is popular for nude walks with good views.

Basoñas is a small cove in Porto do Son on the Barbanza peninsula (A Coruña), joined by a low rocky outcrop to the long beach of Areas Longas (also called Area Longa or Baroña), so the two are often treated as one. Together they stretch for more than 2 km of golden to white sand facing the open Atlantic, with strong waves and frequent wind. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists them as naturist beaches; general directories mark Area Longa as nudist and the Basoñas end as partly nudist, so nude use is concentrated rather than across the whole length. The setting is undeveloped dunes and rocks, with low occupancy, close to the Iron Age hillfort of Castro de Baroña. There are no lifeguards; one directory mentions basic toilets. Sea conditions demand caution when swimming.

Benalnatura is a small, enclosed nude cove on the coast of Benalmádena Costa, on the Costa del Sol between Torremolinos and Fuengirola. It is about 350 metres long and 25 metres wide, of gravel and darker sand with moderate waves, tucked below the coastal road and shielded by rocks, which gives it a private feel despite the built-up surroundings. Unlike most Spanish nude beaches, nudity here is expected rather than optional: directories list it as nude-only, and some reviewers report staff asking clothed visitors to undress or leave. The beach has its own chiringuito, Benalnatura Beach Bar, known for good food and friendly service, plus showers and toilets. It has a loyal following of regulars and gets crowded in summer and at weekends, so arrive early. FEN lists it as a nudist-tradition beach with high occupancy and no lifeguard.

Benijo is a wild black-sand beach in the Anaga Rural Park on the north-east tip of Tenerife, in the municipality of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is about 300 metres of dark volcanic sand backed by steep green cliffs, with rock stacks rising from the sea offshore, and faces the open Atlantic: waves are big and currents strong, so swimming can be risky. The Canary Islands tourism board lists it as a nudist beach, the Spanish Naturist Federation includes it, and nude and clothed visitors share the sand. There are no sunbeds or parasols; a few restaurants stand on the road above. Some people camp on the beach even though it is not allowed. The tourism board's page has carried a notice that the beach is temporarily closed because of a landslide, so check current status before you travel.

Bolonia is a wide, nearly 4 km bay on the Strait of Gibraltar about 20 km west of Tarifa, inside the Parque Natural del Estrecho. It is one of the least built-up beaches on the Costa de la Luz: a small village (El Lentiscal) with a handful of beach bars behind the centre, the Roman town of Baelo Claudia right on the shore, and at one end the huge Duna de Bolonia, a protected natural monument. The sand is fine and pale, the beach averages about 70 m wide and the water is clear but cool Atlantic. The central stretch by the car parks is the busiest and most family-oriented. Nude bathers use the far left end of the bay as you face the sea, known as El Chorrito, where the sand gives way to rocks and natural pools reachable only on foot; guides say this section is clearly established, and that a little discreet nudity is also common around the dune. Wind dominates the experience: levante calms and warms the water but whips sand across the beach and dune, while poniente brings colder, choppier water but keeps the sand still.

Burumendi, also called Hirugarren hondartza ('third beach'), is a small cove of about 80 m between Mutriku's town beach and Punta Kardala, on the Gipuzkoa coast. It is part of the series of small beaches below the flysch cliffs of the Basque Coast Geopark. The beach mixes boulders, rock, gravel and some sand. Strong waves, wind and currents are common, so swimming needs care, and there is no lifeguard. Nude bathing is customary here, at least on part of the beach. Facilities are limited to bins and, according to one guide, an occasional drinks stall.

Butihondo, also called Esquinzo-Butihondo, is a long golden-sand beach on the south-east coast of the Jandía peninsula in Fuerteventura, in Pájara municipality, a few kilometres north of Morro Jable. It runs for about 1.5 km (some sources say more) in front of the Esquinzo-Butihondo hotel development, and low rocky points divide it into sections, which gives each part some privacy. The water is usually calm but the coast is windy. Nude bathing is common, particularly towards the northern end, and the Jandía coast as a whole is one of Spain's best-known areas for naturism. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Butihondo as a nudist-tradition beach with low occupancy. Facilities are good for a nude beach: lifeguards, showers, toilets, sunbed and parasol hire, and small beach bars along its length.

Playa de Cabo de Gata is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Calblanque is a protected stretch of undeveloped coast in Cartagena (Murcia), inside the Calblanque, Monte de las Cenizas and Peña del Águila Regional Park, between La Manga and Portmán. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists its beach as a nudist-tradition beach: about 300 metres of golden sand with moderate waves, isolated and with low occupancy, backed by fossil dunes, salt flats and scrub-covered hills. The park contains a series of sandy beaches and coves with no buildings, and nude bathing is commonly practised along them alongside clothed visitors. In summer, private car access is restricted to protect the park, and a park bus takes most visitors in. Lifeguards operate in season, but there are no bars, showers or shade on the sand, so bring water and a sunshade. Dogs are banned from the beaches and vehicles are not allowed in the beach area at night.

Camposoto is a long, natural sand beach on the Atlantic coast of San Fernando, Cádiz, within the Bahía de Cádiz natural park. It runs for roughly 3 km of open, undeveloped shore backed by dunes, from the Camposoto access area towards Punta del Boquerón, the sandy point that faces the Sancti Petri channel and castle. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Camposoto as a nude beach but places nude use only from the point marked on its map onwards, noting that the land further up the coast is a military zone. That nude stretch is about 2.7 km long and 60 m wide, with golden sand, low occupancy and moderate to strong surf. FEN reports no lifeguard or showers along it. Expect wind, an exposed setting with no shade, and plenty of space even in summer; the further you walk from the main access, the quieter it gets.

Cantarriján lies inside the Maro–Cerro Gordo Cliffs natural area, right on the border between the provinces of Granada and Málaga, a few minutes west of La Herradura (Almuñécar) along the old N-340 and about 6 km east of Maro. The cove is roughly 380 m of dark sand and small pebbles set under steep, scrub-covered cliffs, and the water is unusually clear and normally calm, which makes it a favourite for snorkelling. People have bathed nude here for more than 50 years, though today nude and clothed visitors share the beach. The first bay, with sunbed rental, showers and two beach restaurants, is the most mixed; the naturist core is the southern end and the second, wilder and stonier cove beyond it. One of the restaurants, La Barraca, has its own terrace where you can eat nude. A local group, the Asociación de Amigos de la Playa Nudista de Cantarriján (AAPNC, a FEN member), looks after the beach, pushes back against the growing number of textile visitors, and stages a national nudist gathering here every August. There is no lifeguard.

Castilnovo is a 2.6 km stretch of undeveloped coast between the town of Conil de la Frontera and the village of El Palmar on Cádiz's Costa de la Luz. No buildings stand behind it, only low dunes, scrubland and farmland, and the beach is named after the old Castilnovo watchtower inland. The sand is golden and very wide (around 180 m on average), so even in August it rarely feels crowded. Nudity is common along the beach and accepted as normal practice, and naturists, surfers and walkers make up most of the people on it. Conditions depend a lot on the wind: when the levante blows, sand is whipped across the beach and the sea gets rough, and it can be dangerous to swim. There are no beach bars, showers or other services, though FEN reports a lifeguard in season. The Río Salado meets the sea at the northern end, by Conil.

Cerrillos is a long, wild beach of dark sand and fine gravel inside the Punta Entinas-Sabinar natural area, between Roquetas de Mar and Almerimar. Behind it are dunes, juniper scrub and lagoons, and there is no development on the shore. The setting's emptiness makes it a favourite for nude walking, running and sunbathing, and on most of the long strand you will have plenty of space. There are no services and no shade, the wind often blows, and the sea can be choppy, so come prepared.

Cirro is on the east shore of the Betanzos estuary in Sada (A Coruña), on the coast road between Mera and Sada. It is really two small, almost identical coves divided by a band of rocks, about 280 m in total. The sand is fine and pale, with rock outcrops between and around the coves. Nudity is concentrated in the second cove, the one you reach by crossing the rocks; the first cove is mostly clothed and used by families. Both coves nearly disappear at high tide, so check the tide table before you go. There is a campsite close by, and FEN reports a lifeguard and showers in summer. FEN rates use as high, and the beach fills up on warm weekends with locals from A Coruña.

Con do Corvo is a small cove on the wild western shore of the O Grove peninsula in Pontevedra, near San Vicente do Mar. It is about 150 m of golden sand between large rocks, and it almost disappears at high tide. A path of dark stones runs past it and past an old military battery with views out to the Ons and Sálvora islands. The surroundings are a protected natural area with moderate surf and some wind. Use is medium. FEN lists it among the area's nudist-tradition beaches, alongside neighbouring Castiñeira. In summer many camper vans park in the area.

Covachos is a tiny beach on the Costa Quebrada in Soto de la Marina (Santa Cruz de Bezana), part of the Parque Natural de las Dunas de Liencres y Costa Quebrada west of Santander. At low tide a strip of fine golden sand emerges between the shore and the rocky Castro islet, so you can walk across with the sea breaking on both sides. The islet has an opening like a small cave, which gives the beach its name, and a thin waterfall drops from the cliff onto the sand. At high tide there is very little dry beach left: FEN gives about 50 m by 10 m. It is surrounded by cliffs, has no mobile coverage, and has a long nudist tradition; one guide places the nude area in the eastern sector under the cliffs. There are no facilities. FEN lists a lifeguard, but a 2025 press report says there are none, so assume there is no lifeguard. The Atlantic swell can be strong.

El Cabrito is a secluded beach on La Gomera's east coast, south of San Sebastián, at the foot of a ravine with no road access. FEN lists it at about 630 m long and up to 70 m wide, with dark gravel and volcanic sand and generally calm water. The valley behind it is farmed and occupied by a private holiday estate, so the beach is not entirely deserted, but day visitors are few because the only ways in are by sea or a long hike. FEN reports a shower. Sources disagree about nudity: one beach guide calls it an isolated nudist beach, while others don't mention it. Expect a quiet place where nudity is customary at the edges rather than a busy naturist beach.

El Dormidero is one of the beaches along the Grandes Playas inside the Parque Natural de las Dunas de Corralejo in La Oliva, on the north-east of Fuerteventura. It sits between the main FV-1 road and the sea, north of the so-called Glass Beach, with the white Corralejo dunes behind it and Lobos and Lanzarote across the strait. FEN gives it as 440 m long and about 30 m wide, with golden sand, moderate waves and frequent wind. There are no hotels along this stretch, and nudity is normal here, as on the neighbouring beaches of El Moro and El Burro. Rows of low stone windbreaks are a common sight on these beaches. Spain.info lists sunbed and umbrella rental and regular cleaning, but otherwise there are no services. It is usually quiet.

El Draguillo is a small, wild beach below the hamlet of the same name at the far north-eastern tip of Tenerife, in the Anaga Rural Park beyond Almáciga and Benijo. FEN describes it as about 150 m of dark gravel and sand with strong waves and very few visitors. The setting is dramatic: steep, green Anaga ridges come straight down to the sea, and sea stacks stand offshore. It is the remote neighbour of Benijo, the area's best-known nude beach, and the same easy-going attitude to nudity applies. The Atlantic here has strong surf and currents, and swimming is often dangerous. There are no services of any kind.

Playa del Médano is part of the Grandes Playas, the long run of beaches in the Parque Natural de las Dunas de Corralejo in La Oliva, Fuerteventura. It is a broad strip of golden sand (FEN gives about 700 m by 60 m), backed by the white Corralejo dunes, with views across to Lobos and Lanzarote. Waves are moderate and the wind is a near-constant feature, which makes the area popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers. Nudism is practised here and along the neighbouring beaches, and you will see stone windbreaks dotted along the sand. FEN reports a lifeguard and low occupancy, though the closer you are to Corralejo, the busier and more mixed it gets. There are no buildings on the beach itself.

El Molinero is a small cove on the south coast of Gran Canaria in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, about 2 km east of Arguineguín harbour. It is a strip of rounded stones and gravel roughly 200 m long under low cliffs, sheltered by rocks, with moderate waves. Spain.info and FEN both describe it as a nudist beach. Unlike the resort beaches nearby, it has no facilities and stays fairly quiet, used mainly by locals and nude sunbathers who prefer it to the crowds at Maspalomas. Water shoes help on the stones.

El Riuet is the northernmost beach of L'Escala on the Bay of Roses (Costa Brava), at the southern tip of the long sandy arc that runs north through Sant Pere Pescador. It sits just below the walled village of Sant Martí d'Empúries, a short walk from the Greek and Roman ruins of Empúries. The beach has two distinct parts. The southern part, under the village and reached by steps, is known as La Miranda after its viewpoint and is used by ordinary bathers. The northern part is wilder and backed by dunes, and this is where nude bathing happens. It ends at a curved wooden footbridge over the mouth of the small El Riuet stream. The sand is fine and golden, about 300 m long, and the shallow water by the stream mouth is good for small children. The beach can be windy when the tramuntana blows. FEN reports showers, no lifeguard and moderate use.

Esquinzo is a small, wild beach on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura in La Oliva, a few kilometres south of the village of El Cotillo. It is about 300 m of golden sand at the mouth of a ravine, and you reach it by walking down through a striking channel cut into the rock. Cliffs on both sides shelter it from the road, and nudity is common, as it is on several beaches around El Cotillo. The Atlantic here is powerful: surf is often heavy, the wind strong and currents dangerous, and the beach is popular with surfers. There are no lifeguards or services, and use is light.

Playa de Fabián is on the wild north coast of the Anaga massif in Tenerife's far north-east, within Santa Cruz de Tenerife municipality, between Benijo and the hamlet of El Draguillo. FEN describes it as about a kilometre of boulders, gravel and dark volcanic sand, with strong Atlantic surf and few visitors. The beach lies under the steep, green slopes of the Anaga Rural Park, with sea stacks offshore, and is far quieter than neighbouring Benijo because it is harder to reach. Nudity is customary here. There are no facilities, and swimming is often dangerous because of the waves and currents.

Famara is a long, wild arc of sand below the towering Risco de Famara cliffs on Lanzarote's north-west coast, next to the surf village of La Caleta de Famara. It is mostly a surfing and kite beach, often windy with strong surf. Naturists use quieter stretches away from the village and the remote Playa del Risco at the foot of the cliff. Nudity here is low-key and spread out rather than in a defined zone. There are no facilities on the open beach.

Guadalmar is the westernmost beach of Málaga city, in the residential district of the same name next to the mouth of the Guadalhorce river and its protected wetland. The beach is about 1.85 km of dark sand with moderate waves. Most of it is an ordinary semi-urban beach with lifeguards and showers, but part of it is set aside for nude bathing; guides say it is the only beach in the city of Málaga where nudism is formally accepted. The naturist stretch is toward the river mouth end, next to the Guadalhorce natural area. Guadalmar is also a well-known LGBT meeting point. It is not a secluded beach: aircraft approaching Málaga airport fly low overhead, and the coastal footpath runs along the back of the sand.

Guayedra is a secluded beach at the mouth of the Guayedra ravine, a few kilometres south of Agaete on Gran Canaria's rugged north-west coast, below high cliffs. It is about 200 metres long, a mix of dark sand and large rounded boulders, open to the Atlantic, so it is often windy with strong waves. Spain's national tourism portal describes it as a nudist beach, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as well. Despite the effort needed to get there, the federation rates occupancy as high. There are no services at all: no lifeguard, showers, bar or shade, and there is a risk of rockfall from the cliffs, so keep away from their base. On calm days the water is clear, but swim with care given the waves.

Gulpiyuri is a tiny inland beach in a meadow near the village of Naves, in Llanes (Asturias), a protected natural monument. It sits about 100 m back from the cliffs: the sea reaches it through a hidden tunnel in the rock, so a small crescent of sand and salt water, around 50 m across, appears in a grassy hollow with no sea in sight. The water level rises and falls with the tide, and at low tide there is little more than a pool. The Spanish Naturist Federation's page for neighbouring San Antolín, Llanes' longest beach and itself used by naturists at its far end, recommends walking on to Gulpiyuri and notes that it can also be enjoyed nude. Gulpiyuri is famous as a curiosity and attracts many sightseers in summer, so it is rarely secluded; nude bathing is most realistic outside peak hours and with discretion. There are no services.

Güi-Güi Grande is one of two remote beaches on the west coast of Gran Canaria in La Aldea de San Nicolás, inside the Güi-Güi Special Nature Reserve. Güi-Güi Chico and Güi-Güi Grande each sit at the mouth of their own ravine, under high, bare cliffs, and no road reaches either. Güi-Güi Grande is a strip of dark sand roughly 360 m long with moderate swell. Because getting here takes a long hike or a boat trip, the beach stays quiet, and the people who make the effort are mostly hikers, campers and nude sunbathers; nudity is the norm. There are no facilities of any kind.

Playa de Güigüí is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

L'Aigua Blanca (Aigües Blanques) is the southernmost beach of Oliva, on the Gulf of Valencia, next to the mouth of the Bullent river and the Pego-Oliva marshland natural park. It is a long, straight beach of about 2.1 km of fine golden sand, around 30 m wide, with surviving dunes behind it. A small promenade separates the dunes from a low-rise area of single-family holiday chalets, which keeps it quieter than Oliva's more built-up beaches. The water is very shallow: you have to wade a long way out before it gets deep, which suits children, though the beach can be windy. In summer there are kiosks on the sand, and the regional tourism board lists Blue Flag and Q quality awards. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among the Valencian beaches of nudist tradition and notes that it is still calm enough for naturists to enjoy, but it is not a designated nudist beach and nude bathers share it with a largely clothed family crowd. Neighbouring Les Deveses beach, across the river, has its own nudist zone.

La Arena, also called Los Nudistas, is a small beach at the mouth of the Ría de Ajo in Arnuero, eastern Cantabria, a little over 1 km from the village of Isla. It sits within the Marismas de Santoña, Victoria y Joyel Natural Park. The beach is about 150 m of golden sand with calm water, and trees grow out of the rocks around its edges. A campsite stands next to it. FEN describes it as very suitable for families, and it holds a Blue Flag. Lifeguards are on duty in season, and beach bars operate nearby. The 'Los Nudistas' name reflects its long-standing nude use, though it is a quiet, mixed beach rather than an exclusively naturist one.

La Fuente is a small, undeveloped beach on the north coast of Gran Canaria in the municipality of Arucas, a short way west of Las Salinas. FEN describes it as about 170 m of boulders and rock under low cliffs, with strong surf and few visitors. It is one of several rocky coves along this stretch of coast where nudity is customary. There is no sand to speak of and no services; the Atlantic swell often makes swimming difficult, and entering over the rocks needs care.

La Garañona is a long, narrow strip of dark sand and boulders at the foot of a cliff more than 200 m high in El Sauzal, on Tenerife's north coast. FEN gives it as about 1.3 km long and only around 10 m wide, with strong surf and very few visitors. For decades its isolation made it a place for nude bathing, and it is still on the Spanish Naturist Federation's list. The cliff above is unstable, though, and the old fishermen's path that once led down to the sand is now described as impassable and exposed to rockfall. Today most people only see the beach from the landscaped Parque-Mirador de La Garañona at the top, which has gardens, palm groves, footpaths and a café. The Atlantic swell here is heavy, and there are no services on the beach.

Brac del Port, better known by the name La Gola and sometimes called Tamarit beach, is a natural beach in Santa Pola on the Costa Blanca, stretching about 2 km south of the town towards the mouth of the Vinalopó. It runs alongside the Salinas de Santa Pola natural park, a salt-pan wetland known for its flamingos and other waterbirds, and no buildings stand directly behind it. Low dunes with vegetation back the sand, smaller than the high dunes of El Pinet further south. FEN lists the sand as dark, waves as moderate and use as medium. Nude bathing is a long tradition here. FEN recommends the central part of the beach, where the water is clearest. There are no lifeguards, showers or other services.

La Pelada is a small cove on the south coast of Tenerife in Granadilla de Abona, just east of the windsurfing town of El Médano, beneath the volcanic cone of Montaña Pelada. The beach sits in a breached crater, so it is ringed by layered, reddish and ochre volcanic rock. FEN gives it at about 80 m of light sand with moderate waves and wind and medium use. Because you have to walk and scramble a little to reach it, it is calmer than El Médano's main beaches, and part of the cove is used nude. Some guides say it is sheltered; visitors also mention wind, which is typical of this coast. There are no toilets, showers or other services.

La Restinga is the fishing village at the southern tip of El Hierro, in the municipality of El Pinar, and its beach is a small sheltered patch of dark gravel and sand beside the harbour. FEN gives it at about 50 m by 10 m, with calm water, a lifeguard and medium use. The village is the centre of diving on El Hierro, next to the Mar de las Calmas marine reserve, and the beach is mainly used by locals and families because the sea here is usually flat. FEN includes it in its list of nudist-tradition beaches, but other guides describe it as the village's family beach, so expect clothed bathers. Bars and restaurants line the harbour. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Langre is a dramatic beach in Ribamontán al Mar, a short drive from Santander across the bay, set beneath an arc of vertical cliffs roughly nine storeys high. It has two parts: the large main beach (Langre II), about 800 metres of golden sand, and a smaller cove (Langre I) to one side that can be reached across the sand at low tide. The main beach is informally divided, with a nude area and a clothed area, and the Spanish Naturist Federation describes it as having a well-established family nudist tradition. Some visitors note that clothed bathers increasingly spread into the nude part. The sea is open, windy and often rough, with strong currents, so swim with care; lifeguards cover the beach in summer. In summer an ice-cream stall is lowered down the cliff to the sand.

Las Arenas is a secluded beach on the south-west coast of La Gomera in the municipality of Vallehermoso, south-east of Vueltas (Valle Gran Rey), beyond the Argaga ravine. It is about 300 m of dark sand under steep cliffs, with calm water, and lies within a protected rural park. Its isolation has long made it a nudist beach. There are no permanent services. It is a different place from Playa del Inglés, the better-known nude beach at the other end of Valle Gran Rey.

Las Gaviotas is a small black-sand beach at the foot of a high cliff in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, just north-east of the big golden Las Teresitas beach at San Andrés. FEN gives it as about 250 m long and 40 m wide, with moderate waves. It is one of the best-known nude beaches on the island, though nude and clothed bathers share it. The cliff blocks the sun from the afternoon onward, so locals go in the morning. The beach was closed for several years because of rockfall risk and partly reopened in 2013, with some areas still restricted. Services are minimal: some sources mention a small kiosk and a lifeguard in season.

Las Salinas is a small, undeveloped stretch of rocky coast in Arucas, on the north coast of Gran Canaria, below the remains of old salt pans that give it its name. FEN gives it as about 210 m of rock, with strong waves and few visitors. Spain.info describes it as a nudist beach in a quiet, unspoilt setting. The open sea is often rough, but natural rock pools along the shore allow safer bathing on most days. There are no services.

Lioguicha is a remote beach on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria in La Aldea de San Nicolás, south of the Güi-Güi beaches. FEN gives it as about 240 m of dark sand, 15 m wide, with moderate waves and low use, and directories describe a mountain backdrop and an isolated setting. It is listed as nude by both FEN and a general beach directory. There are no services.

Lopesa is a tiny cove, only about 20 m wide, in Narón near Ferrol (A Coruña), close to Campelo beach. It disappears completely at high tide. The shore is rocks and boulders with a little sand on some days, and a great rock crag stands over it. Like many hard-to-reach coves on this coast, it is considered a nude spot. It is very rarely visited, and FEN does not recommend it for a full day out. Waves and wind are often strong, and there are no facilities.

Playa de Loredo is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Los Charcos is a small beach on the wild north coast of Fuerteventura in La Oliva, between El Cotillo and Majanicho, on a stretch of coast where a low reef shelters lagoon-like pools ('charcos'). FEN gives it as about 100 m long and 70 m deep, made of gravel and white sand, with calm water but frequent wind. The setting is open, with dunes behind the beach and no buildings. Directories list Los Charcos as nudist, and it is little used. There are no services at all.

Playa de Los Cristianos is the main town beach of Los Cristianos, in Arona on Tenerife's south coast, between the ferry port and the seafront promenade. FEN gives it as about 345 m of golden sand and 80 m deep, with calm water, lifeguards, showers and high use. It is sheltered by the harbour breakwater and is a busy family beach with sunbed rental and restaurants along the promenade. FEN includes it in its list of nudist-tradition beaches, but other guides describe it as a conventional resort beach, so expect almost everyone to be clothed. Guides suggest that nudity is more likely on parts of the neighbouring Los Tarajales beach or on the natural beaches of the south coast, such as La Tejita. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

El Portiellu, also called Playa de los Curas, is a small cove on the coast of Llanes in eastern Asturias, between Toró beach and the village of Cué. It is about 100 m of white sand and rock, with moderate surf, sheltered and intimate, and was long a quiet nude beach. There are no toilets or other facilities. Storm damage has destroyed the usual way down. FEN keeps it on its list in the hope that the coastal authority repairs the access, which users and the town council have requested.

Los Frailes is a tiny cove on the Jaizkibel side of Hondarribia, on the coast road between the fishing port and the Higer lighthouse at the mouth of the Bidasoa, close to the French border. FEN gives it as about 60 m of boulders, rocks and dark sand, with strong swell and wind. Its isolated position among vegetation and rocks means it never gets busy, and naturism is practised here as a matter of course. Kapelaundi, another cove nearby, is also used by nudists. There are no services on the beach itself, but a campsite and a restaurant are close by.

Los Martos is one of the long, open beaches that line the protected dune field of Corralejo in the north-east of Fuerteventura, in the municipality of La Oliva. The sand is golden and fine, and the beach runs for roughly 900 m with an unusually generous width of around 75 m, the dunes rolling inland behind it rather than ending in a road or promenade. There is no development on the beach itself, no lifeguard and no showers, so you need to bring water and shade. Visitor numbers are low compared with the hotel beaches nearer Corralejo town, and the strip is listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation as a beach of nudist tradition; the national tourism portal also notes that nudism is practised here. In practice nude bathers spread out along the beach and shelter in hollows among the dunes, sharing the sand with some clothed walkers and kitesurfers. The trade wind blows most days and the swell is moderate, so the water can be choppy. Views stretch across to the islet of Lobos and, on clear days, Lanzarote.

La Mata Negra is a natural beach of fine golden sand on the Costa de la Luz in Punta Umbría (Huelva), between Los Enebrales and El Portil. It is backed by dunes and the juniper and pine woodland of the Los Enebrales protected area, and has no buildings behind it. Guides give it a length of about 350 m and a width of about 30 m, though it is really a stretch of a much longer, continuous shoreline. The sea is usually moderate. Beach guides describe it as a naturist beach where nude bathing is common and accepted, and it is used by anglers too. It is quiet even in July and August. In high season a lifeguard is on duty, but there is no bar, toilet or shower, and no shade apart from what you bring.

Playa de Matalentisco is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Medio Almud is a small cove on Gran Canaria's south-west coast in the municipality of Mogán, between Puerto Rico and Tauro. It sits at the foot of a dry ravine below the main coast road, close to the resorts but out of sight of them. The beach is short, under 90 metres, and made of rounded boulders and gravel rather than sand, so it never draws the crowds of the sandy resort beaches nearby. Spain's national tourism portal describes it as a nudist beach with very calm water, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it too. In practice it is a locals' spot: naturists from around the island use it because it is an easy walk from the road and rarely packed. There are no facilities at all, no shade and no lifeguard. The sheltered position means swimming is usually gentle, and the rocks at either end are good for snorkelling on calm days.

Mendata is a wild pebble-and-boulder beach below the cliffs of the Basque flysch coast between Deba and Zumaia, in Gipuzkoa. It runs for roughly 500 m but is only about 30 m deep, sitting under the slope of the hill between Punta Mendata and Sonda-Beltza. The stones come from the cliffs being worn down by the sea, and at low tide a broad rock platform is exposed. There is no sand to speak of, no development and no services. Few people come, and nude bathing is common along part of the beach. The sea here is often rough and windy, so it suits sunbathing and walking more than swimming. Note that some guides confuse Mendata with neighbouring Sakoneta, which is also used by nude bathers.

Merón is a small cove at the mouth of the Merón stream on the Villaviciosa coast of Asturias, about 14 km from the town and part of the 'Jurassic Coast' known for its dinosaur tracks. A fossil trackway lies about half a kilometre away and can be reached along a path at the foot of the cliffs. The beach is about 200 m long and 50 m deep, a mix of gravel and golden sand, with moderate Atlantic swell that suits surfers. There is a grassy area behind the beach for lying out. It is remote and lightly used, and naturists have used it for a long time. FEN records a lifeguard in season, but there are no toilets or showers.

Mexota (A Mixota) is a sheltered cove near Serantes in Tapia de Casariego, on the western coast of Asturias close to the Galician border. It lies between steep cliffs that block most of the wind, which is unusual on this exposed shore. The beach is about 250 metres long and up to 60 metres deep at low tide, with fine golden sand and moderate surf. At low water it connects with the neighbouring Serantes beach, so you can walk across from one to the other. Spain's national tourism portal calls it a nudist beach, the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it, and the Asturian naturist association ANAPA recommends it. Regional guides note it is not formally designated but has long been a meeting place for naturists. Occupancy is low even in summer. There is no lifeguard, no shower and no bar, only litter bins, and a campsite at Serantes is the nearest place for supplies.

Meñakoz is a small, wild cove on the cliffs of the Uribe Kosta coast north of Bilbao, on the boundary between Sopela and Barrika in Bizkaia. Its shore is made almost entirely of large rounded boulders and rock slabs rather than sand, and it is roughly 270 m long. The beach is best known for two things: a powerful big-wave surf break off the point that attracts experienced surfers in winter, and a long-standing nudist tradition among sunbathers who come for the quiet and the shelter of the cliffs. Visitor numbers are low because the access is rough and there are no services of any kind: no lifeguard, toilets, showers or bar. The sea is usually rough and exposed to Atlantic swell and wind, so swimming calls for real caution, and sunbathing here means finding a flat patch among the stones. The surrounding cliffs belong to the protected coastal strip between Sopela and Barrika, and a rough coastal path links Meñakoz with neighbouring coves such as Atxabiribil and Barrika.

Playa de Minas is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playa de Montaña Roja is a small cove at the foot of Montaña Roja, the red volcanic cone (171 m) that rises at the edge of El Médano in Granadilla de Abona, south Tenerife. The cone and the beaches around it are protected as a special nature reserve. The cove is only about 50 m long and 31 m deep, with pale golden sand. The water has a moderate swell, and this is one of the windiest corners of the island, which is why El Médano is known for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Its tucked-away position gives privacy, and the island's tourism board notes that many of the people who come here are nude bathers. Nude use also continues onto the end of the much longer La Tejita beach, which lies on the other side of the mountain. There are no lifeguards, showers or other facilities in the cove.

Mónsul is probably the most photographed cove in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, about 4 km south-west of the village of San José in Almería province. Around 300 m of dark volcanic sand curve between rock formations, and the beach is famous for a huge eroded rock that looks like a frozen wave and for a tall dune piled against the cliff at its eastern end. Film crews have used it repeatedly, most famously for a scene in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. The water is usually calm and clear. There are no facilities on the sand: no lifeguard, showers, toilets or bars. Mónsul is a mixed beach: families and day-trippers fill much of it in summer, and nude bathers tend to settle at the ends, particularly towards the eastern rocks and dune, from where tracks lead over to the more consistently nudist Playa del Barronal next door. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Mónsul among its nudist-tradition beaches. Expect crowds in July and August and a far quieter atmosphere in spring and autumn.

Niñeiriños is a small, quiet beach on the northern shore of the Ría de Arousa, a couple of kilometres outside A Pobra do Caramiñal in A Coruña province. It is a narrow strip, about 250 metres long but only a few metres deep, of white sand backed by a pine wood, with the calm, sheltered water typical of the inner ría and wide views across the inlet. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of naturist tradition. It is reached only on foot, which keeps numbers low; federation data rate occupancy as low. The federation lists a lifeguard, but there are no showers or other facilities beyond litter bins. Because the sand strip is narrow, at high tide space is limited and towels end up close to the trees. The calm water makes it a gentle swimming spot compared with the open Atlantic beaches further west.

Nueva Umbría is the seaward shore of the Flecha del Rompido, a narrow sand spit about 12 km long in Lepe (Huelva) that separates the Atlantic from the estuary of the Piedras river. The spit lies within the protected Marismas del Río Piedras y Flecha del Rompido natural area and has no buildings, roads or services along most of its length: just a wide strip of golden sand about 50 m deep, low dunes and the marshes behind. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nude beach with low occupancy, moderate waves and no lifeguards or showers. With so much empty sand, nude bathers simply spread out away from the access points, and the further you walk the fewer people you meet. There is no shade, so sun protection and water are essential.

Oleiros is a secluded cove on the western Asturian coast in the municipality of Cudillero, lying below cliffs between the villages of Lamuño and Salamir. It is around 640 m long and backed by pine woodland, and the beach is made of gravel and rounded stones rather than sand. The Atlantic swell here is usually strong and there are no services: no lifeguard, toilets, showers or bar. Because reaching it takes a walk through the woods and down steps, the cove stays relatively quiet even in August. It is often described as Cudillero's nudist beach; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and the national tourism portal notes that nudism is practised here. In practice nude and clothed visitors share the cove. The setting is green and rugged, with cliffs at either end, and the pebbles make sturdy footwear and a thick mat useful.

Playa de Parazuelos is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Pestaña is a small, steep-sided beach on the coast of Llanes in eastern Asturias, near the village of Naves, lying between the beaches of Portaquinos (San Antolín) and Portacos and immediately next to the well-known naturist beach of Torimbia. It is about 100 m long and 50 m deep, a mix of white sand and rock under high cliffs with striking views, and it faces open sea, so waves are strong and currents can form. There are no facilities and the path down is difficult, which keeps numbers moderate. Spain's national tourism board describes it, like Torimbia, as a nudist beach, adding that swimsuits are also fine, so expect a mixed but relaxed crowd.

Peñarrubia is Gijón's best-known nude beach, a cove of fine, tan-coloured sand about 550 m long beneath high cliffs at Alto del Infanzón, east of the city in the Somió/La Providencia area, west of Cabo San Lorenzo. It is about 4.6 km from Gijón's marina but feels removed from the city because of the cliffs. It is busy in summer, popular with locals, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach. The cliffs give shade in the morning. The seabed is rocky in places, and FEN notes that water quality has been poor at times, making swimming less advisable; check current bathing-water reports. The beach has showers and cleaning, and rescue staff in summer. Rockfalls from the cliffs occasionally close parts of the beach or its access.

Playa de Piedra Mala is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Platja de Ponent is the westernmost of Premià de Mar's four beaches on the Maresme coast north of Barcelona, close to the boundary with el Masnou, and it is the one with a nude tradition. It is semi-urban but feels discreet because there is no seafront promenade behind it. FEN gives it about 310 m of golden sand on a narrow strip only a few metres deep, with generally calm water; it is also popular with surfers when a swell runs. Occupancy is usually low. There are showers but no lifeguard, and the beach often holds a Blue Flag. Nude and surfing visitors share the space. Some guides mention rocky patches in the water, so sturdy footwear can help.

Punta Vela (spelt Punta Bela in some listings) is a narrow strip of shore near Bolnuevo in Mazarrón, on the Murcian coast. FEN describes it as isolated and lightly used, about 145 m long but only around 7 m deep, made up of rounded stones and rock rather than sand, with moderate surf. There is no lifeguard and no showers. It lies on the same stretch of undeveloped coast as several better-known Mazarrón naturist coves, including Cueva de Lobos, Cala Desnuda, Cala Leño and La Grúa, which makes this area one of the main naturist corners of the Region of Murcia. Beyond FEN's data sheet, we found little detailed information about this particular spot.

Punta Blanca is a tiny, remote beach on the wild north coast of Fuerteventura in La Oliva, on the track between Majanicho and El Cotillo. It is only about 90 metres long and a dozen metres deep, a strip of golden sand mixed with gravel between low volcanic rock, backed by small dunes. The water is usually calm inside the rocks even though the coast is windy. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and the InSpain directory also marks it as nudist. There is nothing here: no buildings, no shade, no lifeguard and no showers, and occupancy is low. Its appeal is solitude and the bare lava landscape of the north coast; it is a place to stop for a swim on a drive along the track rather than to spend a day with facilities.

Punta Candor is a long beach of golden sand on the Atlantic coast of Rota, Cádiz, west of the town, backed by dunes and pine woods that are home to the protected chameleon. FEN lists a 1.5 km stretch with moderate surf, medium use, a lifeguard and showers. It is a well-equipped beach with toilets, showers, seasonal kiosks and sunbed rental, and it is one of the few in the area where dogs and fishing are allowed. Walkways cross the dunes from the car park. FEN lists it as nudist-tradition; we found no other source describing nude use. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Puntas de Calnegre is a beach of golden sand and gravel, about 1.1 km long, in front of the small hamlet of the same name on Lorca's short stretch of Mediterranean coast in the Region of Murcia. It lies within the Cabo Cope and Puntas de Calnegre regional park, a protected landscape of headlands and undeveloped coves between Cabo Tiñoso and Cabo Cope. The beach itself is a quiet, low-rise village beach with summer lifeguards and showers and moderate swell, and it is mainly used by families. The Spanish Naturist Federation includes it in its list, but its own description uses the beach mainly as the gateway to the string of small coves to the west, Calnegre, Baño de las Mujeres, Cala Siscal and Calahonda, which become progressively more remote and more nudist the further you go along the rough coastal track. Anyone looking for a nude day should treat Puntas de Calnegre as the starting point rather than the destination. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Recaveira, also called Espiñeirido, is a wild, empty strand on the Atlantic coast of Porto do Son, on the Barbanza peninsula of A Coruña. It is about 1 km long and 35 m deep, with golden sand broken by rock outcrops, and it lies inside a Natura 2000 protected area with no buildings behind it. The whole beach is used by nude bathers, and its length makes it good for long walks without clothes. The sea is usually rough and the beach is often windy, so swimming needs care and there is no lifeguard. Even in summer few people come, which is a large part of its appeal.

Rompeculos is a stretch of the long Atlantic beach between Mazagón and Matalascañas in Moguer (Huelva), on the edge of the Doñana area. FEN gives it as about 3 km long and 100 m deep, with golden sand, moderate surf and very few people. It sits under the sandstone cliffs of the Asperillo, with pine-covered dunes behind and no buildings in sight, which is why it is popular with naturists. Nude and clothed bathers share it, and the further you walk from the access point, the more nude bathers you tend to see. There is no lifeguard or shower on FEN's data sheet, and no beach bar.

Sa Canova is one of the longest undeveloped beaches in Mallorca, running for about 1.5 to 1.8 km along the bay of Alcúdia between Son Serra de Marina and Colònia de Sant Pere in the municipality of Artà. It lies between Punta de sa Barraca and the Torrent de na Borges, backed by dunes and low scrub, and has been protected as an area of special natural interest since 1991. The beach is golden sand mixed with gravel, with moderate waves. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. Guides differ on how nude it is: a Mallorca naturist guide calls it one of the island's largest nudist beaches, with nudity common along the whole length but most concentrated in the parts furthest from the access points, while Lonely Planet speaks only of the odd nudist. There are no toilets, showers, lifeguards, sunbeds or bars, which keeps it quiet even in summer.

Sabugo is a small, isolated cove on the western Asturian coast in the parish of Otur, Valdés, a few kilometres from Luarca. It lies at the foot of the Las Crucianas cliff, with vegetation on the slopes, and is reached only by a narrow footpath, which keeps visitor numbers low. Listings give it about 200 to 250 m of sand, with waves that are often strong. A regional beach directory files it among Asturias' nude beaches, and the Spanish Naturist Federation notes that naturists use the coves to the west of Otur beach, which is where Sabugo lies. There are no services: no toilets, showers, bar or bins.

San Antolín, also called Portaquinos, is the longest beach in the Llanes municipality of eastern Asturias, near the village of Naves. It stretches about 1.2 km, with a mix of gravel and pale sand, and the Bedón river (also called Las Cabras) flows out onto it. A road viaduct crosses the valley at one end, and people bungee-jump from it. The beach faces the open sea, the surf is often strong and windy, and it is considered dangerous for swimming, though surfers like it. Facilities, including showers and the car park, are grouped at one end, and lifeguards cover the main area in season. Nude bathers usually gather at the far end, away from the access, while the area near the car park is mainly clothed. From the end of the beach a path leads towards Naves and the curious inland beach of Gulpiyuri, which the sea fills through an underground channel. Torimbia, another well-known nude beach, is nearby.

Playa de San Julián is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Sant Adeodat (Sant Adeodato) is a sandy beach on the south coast of Menorca in Es Migjorn Gran, just west of the Sant Tomàs resort and running on towards Binigaus. FEN records it as about 490 m long, with white sand, calm water, a lifeguard and high use, in an urban setting. It is a popular family beach with a beach bar. FEN includes it on its list, but other guides place the island's nude bathing on this coast mainly at Binigaus, at the western end of the same sandy stretch, reached on foot. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Sartaxéns is a tiny beach on the south shore of the Ría de Pontevedra, in the parish of Santa María de Beluso in Bueu, on the Morrazo peninsula. It is only about 50 metres long and a few metres deep, a straight strip of fine white sand and rock enclosed by wooded slopes, and it sits within a Natura 2000 protected area. The provincial tourism board, Turismo Rías Baixas, describes it as an ideal beach for nude bathing, and the Spanish Naturist Federation also lists it. Its small size and awkward access keep occupancy low. Water quality is rated good, though the beach can catch a fair swell. There are no lifeguards, showers or other services, and space is very limited, so it suits people who want a quiet, secluded spot rather than a long day with facilities.

Ses Canyes is a small sandy beach on the north coast of Formentera, a short walk from the resort of Es Pujols, between Cala en Baster and the Tramuntana shore. The official Balearic tourism site describes it as a pretty, unspoiled nudist beach, and notes that, as on most of Formentera's beaches, visitors can bathe nude. It is roughly 200 to 300 m long and narrow, with fine white sand in the middle and rocks and gravel at either end, and no vegetation behind. The water is clear and usually calm. There is no lifeguard, bar, toilet or shower on the beach itself, though bars and restaurants are close by in Es Pujols, and sunbed and parasol rental is sometimes available. It is quieter than Es Pujols but can still get busy in July and August.

Playa de Somo is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Somocuevas is a small cove on the Costa Quebrada, the broken, cliff-lined coast west of Santander, near the village of Liencres in the municipality of Piélagos, Cantabria. It is only about 100 m long but has fine golden sand and a gently shelving entry to the sea, and a large rocky spur shelters it from the open Atlantic, so the swell is usually moderate. Strange eroded rock formations and sea stacks surround the beach, making it one of the most admired coves of the Costa Quebrada. The proportion of nude bathers is high, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among its nudist-tradition beaches; the national tourism portal also notes that nudism is practised. That said, it is not formally designated, and in peak summer the mix of nude and clothed visitors is noticeable. There are no bars or other services on the sand, though FEN reports a lifeguard in season. The cove can get busy on hot days because of its size.

Son Bou, in Alaior on Menorca's south coast, is the island's longest beach: about 2.3 km of golden sand with dunes and a wetland behind it. The eastern end is dominated by two large hotels and the resort, and it is the busiest, most family-oriented part. The western end, beyond the Sant Jaume development and heading towards Sant Tomàs, is quieter and less commercial, and it has long been used by nude bathers. Nude use becomes more common the further west you walk. The water is generally calm and shelves gently. In season there are lifeguards, showers and sunbed and umbrella rental, mostly concentrated at the resort end. A local newspaper reported in 2024 that nudism on Menorca is declining as once-quiet beaches get more crowded, so expect a mixed crowd even at the western end in high summer.

Playa de Suárez is a small, isolated beach on the coast of San Sebastián de La Gomera, the island capital's municipality on the east side of La Gomera. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition and describes it as about 200 metres long and 30 metres deep, made of rock rather than sand, with calm water and low occupancy. There is no lifeguard and no shower, and no development behind it. We found no other published description of the beach, so expect a rocky, undeveloped shore with nothing on site and plan to be self-sufficient. Other nude-friendly beaches in the same municipality, such as El Medio and Chinguarime near Playa Santiago, are better documented if you want a more certain trip. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Talamanca is the sheltered bay immediately north-east of Ibiza town's harbour, in the municipality of Eivissa, with views back across the water to the old walled town of Dalt Vila. The beach is a curve of golden sand of nearly 1 km, with calm, shallow water, and is backed by hotels, apartments, restaurants and beach clubs. It is well serviced, with lifeguards, showers, toilets, sunbed and parasol rental and wheelchair access, and it gets very crowded in high season. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Talamanca as a beach of nudist tradition, and a Spanish naturist guide describes it as one of the old nude spots of the Balearics. No current source describes a defined nude section, and with hotels and families along the whole bay, nude bathers are likely to be few and to keep to the rocky edges of the beach rather than the central stretch. Expect a lively, urban atmosphere rather than a naturist one. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Tapahuga is a 350 m beach of rock, pebbles and grey gravel on the south coast of La Gomera, the closest beach to Playa Santiago. It lies in a steep, dry valley inside the island's biosphere reserve, and there is no development on it. The water is usually calm, but there are no lifeguards or services. It is the first of a string of isolated coves, with Playa del Medio and Chinguarime further east, that have long been used by nude bathers. The Canary Islands tourism board marks it as a nudist zone. Even in high season it is rarely more than about a third full, thanks to the awkward access.

Tauro is a beach at the mouth of the Tauro ravine in Mogán, on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria, between Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogán. FEN lists it as about 440 m long, a mix of boulders, gravel and sand, with moderate surf, medium use and no lifeguard or showers, in a semi-urban setting next to the Tauro development. The surrounding coast is a protected area. Information on nude use here is thin and contradictory. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Tiritaña is a small, isolated cove on Gran Canaria's south-west coast in the municipality of Mogán, between Puerto de Mogán and Taurito/Tauro. It is less than 100 m long and narrow, a beach of dark sand and stones beneath steep, barren hillsides, with moderate swell. There are no services at all: no lifeguard, kiosk, showers or shade. The national tourism portal describes it as a small nudist beach in a rustic setting, and other guides and the Spanish Naturist Federation also list it as nudist. Because it is only reachable on foot or by boat, few people come, and most of those who do sunbathe nude. It is a good choice for a quiet day away from the busy resort beaches nearby. Bring water and supplies.

Torimbia is a curved bay near Niembru in the municipality of Llanes, on Asturias's eastern coast, enclosed by green cliffs more than 50 metres high. It is widely regarded as the first nudist beach in Asturias, used by naturists since the 1960s, and many Spanish naturists consider it the most beautiful nude beach in the country. The sand is fine and golden and the beach shelves gently, so the water is fairly calm for this coast. Private cars cannot drive down: the last part is on foot, which keeps it uncrowded. A spring rises at the eastern end, and a seasonal beach bar near the western entrance serves paella and Asturian food, where you can eat without clothes; booking ahead is wise in high season. The beach keeps some of its old hippie atmosphere. It has also appeared in films, including José Luis Garci's El abuelo. Today it is used by both nude and clothed visitors, with naturists in the majority.

Torrenostra is the seaside district of Torreblanca on the Castellón coast, about 3 km from the town. The beach in front of it is a 700 m urban strip of golden sand with calm water, a seafront promenade, car parking, lifeguards and showers, and it has held a Blue Flag for decades; it is aimed squarely at families. To the north it continues as Playa del Norte, and to the south it gives way to the Prat de Cabanes-Torreblanca natural park, a protected coastal wetland where development stops and the shore becomes a long, wild ribbon of sand and gravel backed by marsh. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Torrenostra, but its own note makes clear that naturists use the marshland stretch south of the built-up beach, not the urban beach itself. The provincial tourism office likewise places nudist use along this wild coast further south, around Cuartell Vell in Cabanes. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Tregandín (also spelled Trengandín) is the longest beach in Noja, Cantabria: a wide arc of fine golden sand about 3.7 km long and up to 200 m deep, running from the town east to the headland of Punta del Brusco. The end nearest Noja is a busy holiday beach with lifeguards and showers. The far end, by Punta del Brusco, is wilder and more scenic, and the Spanish Naturist Federation says it is where nude bathers, along with dog walkers, usually settle. At low tide dark rock platforms covered in bright green seaweed emerge along the shore, full of rock pools that children enjoy exploring. The sea is moderate and the beach can be windy. Because the nude area is so far from town, it stays relatively quiet even in summer.

Tres Playas is a group of three small coves in Alcalà de Xivert (Alcossebre), Castellón, joined almost without a break and screened by rocky outcrops that hide them from their surroundings. It continues south from Playa del Moro along the road towards Cap i Corb, where there is a small hamlet and one of the old coastal watchtowers protected as Valencian heritage. In total the coves cover about 400 m, with golden sand mixed with gravel and rock, and the water has a moderate swell. FEN reports that nude bathing and fishing are both common here, though it also notes that the road and housing developments are rather close. Occupancy is low. There are showers, and FEN lists a lifeguard in season. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Ugán is a small, remote beach on the west coast of Pájara in Fuerteventura, facing the open Atlantic. FEN describes it as isolated, about 300 m long, made up of boulders, gravel and dark sand, with strong surf, wind and few visitors. There are no lifeguards, showers or other facilities. The setting is a rugged volcanic shore with good sunset views, and its isolation is what attracts the occasional nude sunbather. The west coast surf here is dangerous for swimming on most days.

Veneguera is a remote beach at the mouth of the Barranco de Veneguera on Gran Canaria's south-west coast, in Mogán. It is one of the few beaches on this stretch with no development at all: the ravine behind it is a protected natural area. The beach is about 370 metres long, made of rounded boulders and gravel with some sand, and the bay is usually calm. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and directories describe it as a nudist beach. Its remoteness is the point: getting there takes effort, and outside summer weekends you may share it with only a few people, though campers sometimes gather at busy times. There are no facilities, no shade and no lifeguard, so you need to bring everything, including plenty of water.

Viñó is a small sandy beach on the Costa da Vela in Cangas (Cangas do Morrazo, Pontevedra), near Punta de Couso at the mouth of the Ría de Vigo, in a protected natural setting just east of the famous nudist beach of Barra. It is roughly 300 m long and faces the Cíes Islands. Viñó has long been associated with nude bathing, but a 2024 press report described growing friction as more clothed bathers, pushed out of busier beaches, began setting up there; some nude visitors said they felt watched and urged clothed visitors to go elsewhere. One beach directory, by contrast, lists it as not nudist. In practice it is a mixed beach where nudity is common, and nearby Barra, listed by the Spanish Naturist Federation, is the more reliable choice for a nude day.

Xagó is one of the largest beaches in Asturias, nearly 2 km of golden sand on the west side of the Cabo de Peñas protected landscape in the municipality of Gozón, north of Avilés. Behind it lies a large dune system, around 35 hectares of ridges and hollows held together by marram grass, which is being restored after years of damage. The open Atlantic swell is usually strong, and Xagó is a well-known surf spot. The beach is semi-urban in character, with car parks, a couple of beach bars, toilets, showers and a seasonal lifeguard, and it gets busy in summer. Nudity is concentrated in the central part of the beach, in front of and among the dunes, rather than at the car park ends; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists Xagó as a nudist-tradition beach, and the Asturian naturist association has recommended it. Clothed beachgoers and surfers share the sand, so the atmosphere is mixed rather than fully naturist.

Xuño is a 1 km strand of fine golden sand on the Atlantic coast of Porto do Son (A Coruña), backed by dunes, wetland and woodland. It lies in a Natura 2000 protected area next to the Xuño and Muro lagoons, both nature reserves, and well away from villages. FEN reports nude bathing along the whole beach. Rock outcrops break up the sand, and the beach is only about 28 m deep. The sea is usually rough and windy, there are no lifeguards or showers, and occupancy is low. A cove near the hostel at one end is where Ramón Sampedro, whose story was told in the film The Sea Inside, had the diving accident that left him paralysed, a reminder to check depth and swell before entering the water.

La Albufereta is a small beach in the district of the same name on the north side of Alicante, between the Serra Grossa hill and the Tossal de Manises archaeological site, where the earliest settlement of the city stood. FEN gives it as about 420 m of sand with calm water, lifeguards and high occupancy, and notes that stormwater from the Joncaret ravine discharges onto the beach. The Spanish Naturist Federation includes it in its list of nudist-tradition beaches, but it is now a busy, built-up family beach with full services, and other guides do not describe nude use. Expect most bathers to be clothed.

La Caleta is a cove on the north coast of La Gomera, a few kilometres east of the town of Hermigua at the end of a winding access road. FEN lists it at about 300 m of rocks and dark sand, with strong surf and few visitors. The cove is backed by steep, green hills, with views across to Tenerife and Mount Teide on clear days. In summer it has toilets, showers and a small beach bar. Entering the water is awkward over rocks, and the north-coast swell is often heavy. Sources disagree about how nude it is: FEN lists it as a nudist-tradition beach and one guide calls it the main naturist option on the north coast, while another directory marks it as non-nudist. Expect a mixed beach where nudity is tolerated, especially toward the ends.

La Guancha is a tiny rocky beach on the north-west coast of Gran Canaria in Gáldar, in an unspoilt stretch of coast with big black cliffs. FEN gives it as only about 25 m long and 3 m wide, made of rock, with strong waves and few visitors. Spain.info describes it as a small nudist beach. It is less a beach than a sunbathing spot on the rocks, and its main draw is privacy. The coast here is windy and exposed, and swimming is only possible on calm days and with care. There are no services. The nearest port, Puerto de las Nieves in Agaete, is about 10 km away.

La Joya is a cove on the Costa Tropical just east of Torrenueva, below the N-340 coast road, in what was part of Motril until Torrenueva Costa became its own municipality. It is about 300 m of dark sand and fine shingle tucked under cliffs, with clear water and moderate waves. Because the only way down is a long flight of steps, the beach stays quiet compared with the town beaches nearby. It was once an entirely nude beach; guides now describe it as a mix of nude and clothed bathers, with nudity still common. There are no services and no lifeguard.

La Laja is a beach on the southern approach to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, close to the city. Guides describe it as a de facto nudist beach: nudity is common, but the beach has no official designation and the sources give no marked nude section. The beach is known for its natural pool area, which has become its main attraction. Strong currents make the water demanding, so swimmers should take care. A lifeguard team is on duty and hazards are signposted, according to one guide. One guide reports that the local government unsuccessfully took legal action against a group of nudists here, which shows the tension between local authorities and the practice. Weekends are busier, and many bathers keep their clothes on then. Sources differ on the exact location, with one placing the beach in the northeast of the island, but most put it south of the city. Guides present it as a local option for residents of Las Palmas rather than a remote cove.

La Marina is the main beach of the Elche coastal district of the same name, about 13 km from Elche on the southern Costa Blanca. It is a long beach of fine golden sand (FEN gives about 2 km, other sources about 1.1 km), set between El Pinet to the north and Les Pesqueres–El Rebollo to the south. Part of the beach has buildings behind it and part is backed by a large pine wood on dunes. It holds a Blue Flag, has lifeguards, public toilets, sunbed and umbrella rental and a summer kiosk, and is adapted for people with disabilities. FEN lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, but other guides describe it as a family beach and do not mention nude use, so expect most bathers to be clothed and look for quieter sections toward the pinewood or El Pinet.

Playa de la Morena, often called Cala Morena or simply El Portús, is a small cove about 10 km south-west of Cartagena, beside the village of El Portús. A rocky headland separates it from the village's public beach. FEN gives it as about 130 m long, of gravel and sand with moderate waves, and notes that it is often busy. For decades the cove was the beach of the El Portús naturist campsite, one of Spain's best-known naturist sites, and nudity here was the norm. That changed when the campsite was refurbished in 2024–2025 and reopened as a textile site. FEN now urges naturists to keep using the beach nude, and argues that public access should not depend on passing through the campsite. Expect a mixed and changing situation. The cove is narrow and has no facilities of its own.

La Murtra is a small beach in Viladecans, south-west of Barcelona, right on the boundary with Gavà, from which it is separated by a stream (riera). It is one of the four beaches of Viladecans, a protected stretch of dunes with stone pines between the Remolar and La Murtra lagoons. La Murtra itself is about 180 m long but around 100 m deep, with golden sand and usually calm but sometimes windy water. It is a beach of long-standing nude tradition, quieter than the city beaches closer to Barcelona. In season it has lifeguards and showers. A path links it to neighbouring Pineda de Cal Francès beach, and there is a viewpoint between the Remolar and Cal Francès beaches worth walking to. Planes from Barcelona's El Prat airport pass over this coast.

Oyambre is one of the longest beaches in Cantabria, about 1.8 km of golden sand inside the Oyambre Natural Park, a few kilometres from both Comillas and San Vicente de la Barquera, in the municipality of Valdáliga. At its eastern end it meets the estuary of the Ría de la Rabia, and dunes separate the beach from the estuary. The setting is open and green, with meadows and the Picos de Europa visible inland on clear days. It is fairly isolated, but busy in summer, with surfers using the moderate Atlantic swell. Lifeguards and showers are available in season. FEN lists Oyambre as a beach of nudist tradition, and walkers report a nude section along the beach, away from the main access points. Most bathers near the car parks are clothed.

Rambla de Elena is a small, quiet beach in the municipality of Águilas, north-east of Calabardina and Cabo Cope, on the Costa Cálida in the Region of Murcia. FEN gives it at about 265 m of gravel and dark sand, with moderate waves and low use. It sits at the mouth of a dry riverbed (rambla), backed by arid hills. It borders El Rafal, which Águilas council opened to naturist use in 2016 and which runs between El Charco and Rambla Elena, so nude bathers spread along this stretch of coast. There are no lifeguards or facilities, and the nearest bars and shops are in Calabardina.

La Roja, also spelt Oroja, is an isolated beach on La Gomera's south-east coast, at the bottom of a ravine about 8 km from the marina at San Sebastián de La Gomera. FEN describes it as roughly 500 m of rocks and stones, with calm water and few visitors. With no road down to it, it is used mainly by people who arrive by boat, and its isolation has made it a nudist spot; one island beach guide describes it as a naturist beach, although another directory does not. There are no lifeguards or services at all.

La Solsida is a long, narrow strip of pebbles and rock in Altea on the Costa Blanca, just past the Mar y Montaña marina in the La Galera del Mar area towards the Mascarat headland. It is the best-known nude beach in Altea and is used mostly by naturists. FEN gives it as about 1.4 km long but only around 10 m wide, with occupancy generally low. The beach is sheltered from northerly winds, and on calm days the water is clear, with rocky seabed where you can spot cuttlefish and starfish. Water shoes are strongly recommended on the stones. Heaps of posidonia seagrass sometimes wash up and can smell. There are no lifeguards, bars or other services.

La Tejita is a long natural beach on Tenerife's south coast in Granadilla de Abona, between El Médano and Los Abrigos, at the foot of the Montaña Roja nature reserve. The sand is fine and dark-golden, about 1 km long, with moderate waves and the near-constant wind of this coast. No buildings stand right on the beach. Nude bathing is concentrated at the end nearest Montaña Roja, where the beach curves under the red volcanic cone; nudity there has been accepted for decades. The rest of the beach is mixed. A lifeguard covers part of the beach in season, but otherwise services are limited. The views of Montaña Roja and the coast toward El Médano are among the best in southern Tenerife.

Las Alberquillas is a cove of dark sand and gravel below the cliffs east of Maro, in Nerja (Málaga), within the protected Maro-Cerro Gordo cliffs natural area. It is roughly 400 m long and 20 m wide, backed by scrub and pines, with clear water that suits snorkelling and usually moderate waves. Beach directories describe it as a nude beach, and it belongs to the string of small, hard-to-reach coves on this coast, together with Cala del Pino and Cantarriján, that are known for nude bathing. It is quiet outside the peak of summer and has no lifeguard, bar or toilets. Directories disagree slightly on its length, with one giving 200 m.

Playa de las Canteras is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Las Carpinteras is a small cove on the south coast of Gran Canaria in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, beside the old GC-500 coast road between El Pajar and Pasito Blanco, below Montaña Arena. FEN gives it as about 180 m of rounded stones and gravel, with moderate waves. It is one of the island's established nude beaches and, unlike the big resort beaches a few kilometres east, has no tourist services around it, though FEN rates use as high. Bring everything you need for the day; there is no lifeguard.

Playa de las Conchas lies on La Graciosa, the small inhabited island north of Lanzarote, at the foot of Monte Bermejo. The beach is about 600 m of sand inside the Parque Natural del Archipielago Chinijo, and the island falls under the municipality of Teguise. The shore has no infrastructure and no chiringuitos, so visitors bring everything they need. Nudity is common here: a Spanish magazine ranks the beach among the best nudist spots in Spain, and a directory places it among the best places for nudism in the Canaries. The sources do not describe a marked nude zone. The sea is the main drawback: waves and wind are strong, several guides say swimming can be dangerous, and one says it is sometimes prohibited for safety. The ferry from Orzola on the north coast of Lanzarote is the only link, so plan the return crossing. The island is part of the Chinijo archipelago, a protected group of islets north of Lanzarote, which keeps development on the island to a minimum.

Las Covaticas (also spelled Cobaticas) is a long, wild beach on the undeveloped coast west of Bolnuevo in Mazarrón (Murcia), near the hamlets of La Loma and Cañada de Gallego. Spain's national tourism site gives it nearly 2 km in length and about 40 m in width, with golden sand mixed with pebbles and boulders, moderate waves and low occupancy, and states that nudism is common here. Local guides describe a natural, unserviced shore of shingle and sand of about 1 km of usable beach. It is also one of the few beaches in Mazarrón where dogs are allowed, so nude bathers share it with dog walkers. There is no shade, bar or lifeguard. The beach belongs to the chain of quiet coves between Bolnuevo and Puntas de Calnegre that has long been used for nude bathing.

Las Monjas is a tiny, secluded cove on the west coast of La Palma in the municipality of Los Llanos de Aridane, just south of the resort of Puerto Naos. It is only about 50 m long and a few metres deep, a strip of rounded stones and dark volcanic sand beneath low cliffs, in a protected landscape within the island's biosphere reserve. There are no services at all: no lifeguard, showers, toilets or kiosk. It is one of the few places on La Palma where nude bathing is customary and socially accepted, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach; other guides also class it as nudist. The swell is usually moderate. The surrounding coast was affected by the 2021 Tajogaite eruption, which altered access around Puerto Naos for a time, so check current access before going.

Playa de las Mujeres is a beach on the south coast of Gran Canaria in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, west of the Maspalomas resort area. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among the island's beaches with a tradition of nude use, describing a shore about 520 m long and 25 m wide made of boulders, gravel and dark sand, with moderate swell. FEN classes the setting as urban and the beach as busy, with no lifeguard or showers. No other source describing nude use here was found, so expect a mixed crowd; the better-known nude spots on this stretch of coast are Montaña Arena and Las Carpinteras. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Area Brava, better known as Os Alemáns ('the Germans'), is on the A Mariña coast of Lugo in Foz, near the boundary with Burela and a couple of kilometres from Burela's Burelés area. Rather than one open beach, it is a string of small sandy coves between rocks, about 165 m in all, with pale sand and moderate waves. It is the most popular nude beach in A Mariña and is very quiet, tucked away from the road with no services. In 2018 Foz town council formally declared it a nudist beach by ordinance. FEN welcomes the recognition but criticises the move, arguing that designating some beaches nudist implies restricting nudity on others, which it says is contrary to Spanish law. Dogs on leads are allowed.

Los Caños de Meca is a 2.7 km beach of golden sand in Barbate on the Costa de la Luz (Cádiz), stretching east from the Cape Trafalgar lighthouse along the foot of the cliffs of La Breña y Marismas del Barbate Natural Park. The western half fronts a laid-back village of bars, hostels and surf shops; the eastern half runs under the pine-topped cliffs, and this is where nude bathers go. Here freshwater springs, the 'caños' that give the place its name, seep and trickle down the rock face, and the largest, Caño Grande, near the end of the cliffs, can only be reached at low tide. The Atlantic is often windy with moderate waves. Lifeguards and showers operate in season on the main stretch. Nudists also use the beach immediately east of Cape Trafalgar.

Los Enebrales is a long natural beach on the Costa de la Luz in Punta Umbría, Huelva, backed by the protected juniper and pine woodland that gives it its name. It runs for about 2.3 km of golden sand with moderate waves and is one of the quietest beaches in the municipality in summer. Wooden boardwalks cross the dunes from the coast road, so the sand stays undeveloped. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition; one directory disagrees and marks it non-nudist, so expect clothed bathers too and look for space away from the boardwalk entrances. The beach has lifeguards in season, and directories list toilets, foot-washes and showers.

Los Genoveses is a broad, undeveloped bay inside the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, roughly 2-3 km south-west of San José. The beach runs for about 1.2 km and is around 50 m deep, with golden sand, low dunes and a stand of eucalyptus trees behind part of it. The volcanic headland of Morrón de los Genoveses closes the bay at one end and is worth the short scramble for its cliffs. The seabed shelves very gently, so the water is easy for weak swimmers, although a strong easterly (levante) wind makes the sand unpleasant while kicking up decent waves. Nudity has a long history across the whole beach, but in high summer, when the bay gets busy, nude bathers tend to gather at the northern end or move on to small coves nearby such as Cala del Príncipe. There is no cleaning service or beach bar, so take everything back out with you. The bay has appeared in several films, including spaghetti westerns and an Indiana Jones film.

Los Hierros is an isolated beach on the Lorca stretch of the Murcia coast, inside the Cabo Cope y Puntas de Calnegre regional park, in the area the regional tourism office calls Pinilla y Garrobillo. There is no development behind it, only the bare hills and farm tracks typical of this dry corner of the Costa Cálida. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition and gives it as roughly 380 metres long but narrow, about 18 metres deep, made of gravel mixed with dark sand. The sea is usually moderate. There is no lifeguard, no shower and no shade, and the federation rates occupancy as low, which is the main reason naturists use it. Because nude bathing here is a matter of custom rather than any marked zone, expect a mix of clothed and nude visitors and keep some distance from anyone clothed. Bring everything you need, including water and something to sit on that copes with gravel. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Os Muiños, also called Fortiñón or Saiáns, is a small cove on the open coast south of Vigo, tucked between the headlands of Punta Novío and Punta de Priegue in the parish of Saiáns. It looks straight out to the Cíes Islands across the mouth of the ría. The beach is about 120 m long and 60 m deep, with white sand, and it is sheltered from the wind more than most of this stretch. It is a mixed beach: nude and clothed bathers share the same sand rather than keeping to separate sections, and the crowd tends to be young. Because it is semi-urban, with houses close by, it fills up in summer and occupancy is high. The water usually has a moderate swell, so keep a close eye on small children. It holds a Blue Flag and, unusually for a nude-friendly beach, has a lifeguard, showers and a beach bar in season. FEN notes that mobile phone coverage is poor or absent down on the sand.

Los Morteros is a tiny, isolated cove on the rocky coast of La Caleta in Adeje, south-west Tenerife, inside the protected area around La Caleta. FEN gives it as only about 60 m long and 10 m deep. The shore is made of rounded boulders rather than sand, and there are no facilities of any kind. The water is usually calm, and the rocky seabed holds plenty of marine life, so it appeals to snorkellers. Getting in is the tricky part: submerged boulders make entry awkward, especially at high tide or when the sea is up. Because the only way in is on foot along the coastal path, it stays quiet, and nudity is the norm among the few people who make the walk. It sits close to Diego Hernández, a better-known nude beach on the same stretch of coast.

Playa de los Muertos lies below the cliffs south of Carboneras, on the north-eastern edge of the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería, with no buildings anywhere along it. It is a straight beach a little over 1 km long and about 30 m wide, made of fine white gravel and small pebbles mixed with pale sand, and it is famous for some of the clearest water on Spain's Mediterranean coast; it regularly features in national best-beach rankings. The name is linked to drowned sailors once washed ashore, since currents meet off this stretch. Nudism is accepted on the beach, and the nude bathing area is on the left side as you face the sea; clothed and nude bathers share the rest. The clear water makes it popular for snorkelling and diving. There is no shade or service of any kind, and the descent keeps numbers moderate even in August.

Sotavento is the long, sheltered sweep of sand on the south-east (leeward) coast of the Jandía peninsula in Pájara, Fuerteventura, close to Costa Calma and the big windsurf and kitesurf centres. FEN's entry covers a 1.1 km semi-urban section with golden sand, calm but often windy water, a lifeguard and light use. At low tide the sea pulls back to leave a vast lagoon and sandbanks, and walking out across them is one of the main attractions. The wind that makes it a world-class board-sports venue also means you often need a windbreak. Nude sunbathing is common along this coast, especially in the quieter stretches away from the hotels and the surf schools.

El Algarrobico is a long, open beach just under 4 km north of Carboneras in Almería, inside the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park and biosphere reserve. It runs for about 1.35 km and is made of gravel and sand, with generally calm water and few visitors. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. The beach is best known for the unfinished hotel built on it in 2003: a 21-storey block with more than 400 rooms, standing about 14 metres from the sea on land the courts later ruled could not be developed. Environmental and naturist groups campaigned against it for years. In February 2025 the Spanish government announced it would expropriate the site to demolish the building; by 2026 the Andalusian regional government had taken the lead, and demolition still depended on Carboneras annulling the original licence. Away from the hotel the setting is wild and undeveloped.

El Ancón is an isolated black-sand beach on the north coast of Tenerife in the municipality of La Orotava, lying at the foot of steep cliffs between Puerto de la Cruz and the Santa Úrsula coast. It is roughly 200 m long and only about 20 m deep, with dark volcanic sand and stones, and it faces straight into the Atlantic, so the surf is usually strong and swimming can be dangerous. There are no services of any kind: no lifeguard, showers, toilets or kiosk. Because getting down is awkward, the beach offers a lot of privacy, and it is one of several wild north-coast beaches near La Orotava (with neighbouring Los Patos) that naturists use; the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. Expect a small, mixed crowd of nude sunbathers, surfers and walkers rather than a busy beach, with green cliffs and banana plantations above.

Playa del Asperillo, usually called Cuesta Maneli after its main access point, is part of the long, empty Atlantic shore between Mazagón and Matalascañas in the municipality of Almonte, Huelva. It sits below the Acantilado del Asperillo, a fossil dune cliff protected as a natural monument, with pine and juniper scrub of the Doñana natural area behind it. Nothing has been built here: the sand is fine and golden, the seabed is sandy and the Atlantic is usually moderate, with water around 22-23 C at the height of summer. Guides consistently describe it as the main nude beach of Huelva province. Nude bathers spread out along the sand once they walk away from the end of the boardwalk; guides place the nude area to the left (south-east) when you reach the shore, but there are no markers. In July and August the stretch near the boardwalk gets busy, while a short walk along the shore usually finds space, and spring and autumn are very quiet. There is no lifeguard, so take care when the Atlantic is rough.

Barranco Ancho is a small, wild cove on the undeveloped coast between Bolnuevo and Puntas de Calnegre in Mazarrón (Murcia), at the foot of the Sierra de las Moreras where the Rambla de Villalba reaches the sea. It is about 80 m long and 12 to 17 m wide, with medium sand and gravel and usually calm water. The Murcia regional tourism institute lists it as a nude beach in a natural setting, and local press counts it among the official nudist beaches strung along the 12 km coastal track from Bolnuevo, together with Cala Leño, Cala Desnuda and La Grúa. Because it is far from both Bolnuevo and Cañada de Gallego, it gets very few visitors. There are no services at all, so bring everything and take your rubbish home. The surrounding coast is popular with walkers and mountain bikers.

Barronal is a 500 m beach of fine sand inside the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería, a short way west of the better-known Mónsul and Genoveses beaches. Dark volcanic rock frames the bay, and FEN describes the sand as darkened by basalt, though official listings call it golden. It is the area's classic nude beach. It drew a hippie crowd from early on and, according to FEN, was used by nude bathers even before nudity was decriminalised in Spain. Beyond the main bay a chain of smaller coves, the Calas del Barronal, continues along the coast, and they are also popular with nude bathers. The water is usually calm and clear. There are no buildings, lifeguards or bars. In summer it gets busy, with large numbers of day-trippers and boats anchoring offshore, and FEN has called for better management to protect its naturist character. Visit early or out of season for quiet.

El Camello is a stretch of boulder shore below the cliffs of Tacoronte, on Tenerife's green and wilder north coast. FEN lists it as isolated, about 400 m long and 20 m deep, made of boulders and rock, with moderate surf, low use and no lifeguard or showers. It is not a swimming beach in the usual sense: getting in over the rocks is awkward and the sea is often rough. What it offers is solitude under the cliffs, which is why a small number of naturists come here. Bring sturdy footwear.

El Cañuelo is a secluded beach on the Tarifa coast of Cádiz, tucked just west of Punta Camarinal and the Camarinal lighthouse, beyond the far end of Bolonia bay. It is about 800 metres long, golden sand backed by low cliffs and scrub, with moderate surf. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and Lonely Planet describes it as quiet and nudist-friendly; one directory disagrees and lists it as non-nudist, so expect a mix. Its relative inaccessibility is what keeps it calm compared with Bolonia. The federation records lifeguard cover in season but no showers or other facilities. Nearby Bolonia has the Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia and a large dune, both worth combining with a visit.

Playa del Chaparral is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

El Charco is a small natural cove on the coast north-east of Águilas in the Region of Murcia, within the Cabo Cope and Puntas de Calnegre regional park. It is roughly 100-160 m long, a mix of golden sand and rock, with moderate swell and clear water, set in an arid, undeveloped landscape of low hills and headlands. There are no services: no lifeguard, showers, toilets or bar. The Region of Murcia's tourism institute lists the beach as preferably nudist, and Águilas is one of the few Spanish municipalities that formally recognises nudist beaches; El Charco is the longest-standing of them, and El Rafal nearby was added later. The Spanish Naturist Federation also lists it. Visitor numbers are usually low to moderate, so it suits people who want a quiet nude day in a natural setting. Bring everything you need, including shade, as there is little natural cover.

The Cuartel del Ciscar cove is a tiny beach, only about 20 m long and 4 m deep, of gravel and dark sand. It lies on the wild coast of the Cabo Cope-Puntas de Calnegre regional park in Lorca, Murcia. It takes its name from an old coastal guard post (cuartel) on the shore. FEN lists it as a nude-tradition spot. With room for only a handful of people and no development of any kind, it is a place for solitude rather than a day of facilities. The sea has a moderate swell. There are no services. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Playa del Diablito is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

El Guincho is a hidden cove on the south coast of La Gomera, in the municipality of San Sebastián de La Gomera, about 10 km from the island's capital. It is roughly 200 m long and 30 m deep, a mix of gravel and dark volcanic sand, framed by rocky slopes, with clear, usually calm turquoise water. With no road and no facilities, it is quiet and naturists use it regularly; the Canary Islands tourism board calls it a favourite with naturists. It is one of a chain of remote coves on this coast, near Playa del Medio, Chinguarime and Tapahuga, which have a long tradition of alternative and nude beach life.

Playa del Inglés is the long urban beach of Gran Canaria's main southern resort in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, running about 2.7 km south-west until it merges with Maspalomas beach and the Maspalomas dunes nature reserve. The northern end in front of the resort is a busy clothed beach with sunbeds, lifeguards, showers and bars. Nude bathing starts further south where the beach runs along the dunes: the Canary Islands tourism board says the nudist area begins after Playa del Inglés proper, and guides place the naturist core roughly between kiosks 3 and 6. Around kiosk 7, marked by a rainbow flag, is a well-known gay nude section. The sand is fine and golden and the water usually calm. This is one of Europe's best-known nude beaches and is busy all year, with a mixed crowd of couples, singles and older naturists.

The beach of Maspalomas runs along the southern tip of Gran Canaria in front of the Dunas de Maspalomas nature reserve, a field of golden dunes that separates the resort of Playa del Inglés from the Maspalomas lighthouse and the La Charca lagoon. Together the two beaches form one continuous stretch of several kilometres of fine sand, served by numbered beach kiosks. A large part of it is used nude: according to elDiario.es, the naturist area begins around kiosk 7, about 900 m from La Charca, and continues past Punta de Maspalomas into the first part of Playa del Inglés, while other guides place the core of it in the central section around kiosks 4 to 6. Kiosk 7, marked by a big rainbow flag, is the centre of the gay nude scene. One guide says families mostly settle around kiosks 3 and 4. The beach holds a Blue Flag, sunbeds and umbrellas can be rented, and the warm climate makes it one of Europe's busiest winter nude beaches.

El Juncal, also called Playa del Puertito, is a small cove on the rugged north-west coast of Gran Canaria in the municipality of Gáldar, below the GC-200 between Gáldar and Agaete. It is about 130 m long and made of rounded boulders and stones rather than sand, backed by steep volcanic slopes. The water is usually clear and the swell moderate, which makes it popular for snorkelling. There are no services, and the beach is mostly known to locals. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, and naturists use the quieter corners away from the access point; some clothed bathers and fishermen also come, and the cove can get fairly busy on summer weekends. Guides mention that birds of prey, including rare falcons, can be seen on the cliffs.

Playa del Lagarto, also listed as Barranco Simón, is a small, isolated cove on the rugged north-west coast of Gáldar, Gran Canaria. It is about 65 m long and 20 m deep, made of rounded boulders and pebbles rather than sand. The water is very clear, which makes it good for snorkelling and diving when the sea is calm, but this coast is exposed: strong swell and wind are common, and there is no lifeguard. Spain's national tourism site describes it as a nudist beach in an unspoilt area, and it is usually quiet even in high season. Another nude cove, Caletón de los Cangrejos, is nearby in the same municipality.

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El Matorral is the long beach of fine golden sand that runs east from the resort of Morro Jable on the Jandía peninsula, in the south of Fuerteventura (Pájara municipality). The tall white Morro Jable lighthouse stands on the shore and divides it. South-west of the lighthouse, by the town and its seafront promenade, the beach is busy with families and has the usual resort services. North-east of the lighthouse the beach widens, the protected Saladar de Jandía salt marsh lies behind the dunes, bathers are spread thinly, and guides say nude bathing is accepted there. The water is generally calm and turquoise, and the sand continues for several kilometres towards Costa Calma, so finding space is rarely a problem. There is little shade beyond what you bring.

Playa del Medio lies on the south-east coast of La Gomera in the municipality of San Sebastián, part of a run of three neighbouring coves with Tapahuga and Chinguarime, below the Tecina area of Playa de Santiago. It is about 300-350 m long, with dark volcanic sand mixed with gravel. FEN describes it as isolated and little used. The official tourism board notes that it is popular with nude bathers because the setting is remote and hard to reach. There are no bars, toilets, showers or lifeguards. Surf conditions vary, and the official page advises caution when bathing because of strong swell on some days. The three coves have long attracted alternative travellers and naturists.

El Moro is one of the named stretches of the Grandes Playas de Corralejo, the nine-kilometre run of white-gold sand along the east side of the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park in La Oliva, northern Fuerteventura. This section is about 560 metres long, open, windy and backed by the dunes, with moderate waves and views across to Lobos and Lanzarote. There are no hotels directly behind it. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition, and travel guides describe El Moro, along with neighbouring El Burro and El Dormidero, as stretches where nudism is accepted; nude and clothed visitors share the sand. The federation lists no lifeguard or showers here, though one review mentions seasonal lifeguards; check on the day.

Morro de Potala is a beach on the south-east coast of Fuerteventura's Jandía peninsula, in the municipality of Pájara, one of a string of beaches between Costa Calma and Morro Jable where naturists and clothed visitors have long shared the shore. It is around 300 m long and 25 m deep, a mix of rounded stones, gravel and sand, with dunes behind and moderate, often wind-whipped water. It is isolated and occupancy is low; there is no lifeguard or showers, though a guide mentions a beach kiosk nearby. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist-tradition beach, and the national tourism portal also records nudism here. Nearby beaches used in the same way include Butihondo and Las Coloradas. The trade wind blows most of the year, so a windbreak is worth bringing.

Playa del Papagayo is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Cala del Plomo is a small, sheltered bay in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park and Biosphere Reserve in Almería, on the coast between Agua Amarga and Las Negras. It is about 260 m of white-to-golden sand with very clear, calm water and limestone reefs along the edges, making it excellent for snorkelling. A small hamlet of houses and the fortified Cortijo de la Rambla del Plomo lie along the valley behind. There are no services, no lifeguard and no bar. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as nudist and other guides describe nude bathing as usual here; FEN recommends a nude coastal walk of about 2 km towards Agua Amarga to Cala de Enmedio. Occupancy is generally low, though it has become better known through recent press coverage, and it gets busier in August.

Playa del Pozo is one of the Grandes Playas of Corralejo in the north of Fuerteventura, lying in front of the protected Corralejo dunes natural park. It has about 450 m of fine, pale golden sand that runs back into the dunes, with a moderate swell and a lot of wind, which makes it popular with windsurfers. Nude bathing is widespread across the Grandes Playas. Here many visitors shelter in the low horseshoe-shaped stone walls (corralitos) built on the sand as windbreaks, and these give a degree of privacy for nude sunbathing. Occupancy is generally low. There are kiosks renting sunbeds, umbrellas and water-sports gear, and FEN lists a lifeguard in season.

El Puntal is a long sand spit across the bay from Santander, in Ribamontán al Mar (Cantabria), with the open sea on one side and the calm water of the bay on the other. It continues east into Somo beach and then Loredo, forming one of the largest sand systems in Cantabria. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists El Puntal as a nude beach and says the most nude section lies just across the dunes from the passenger-boat jetty. The spit is about 4.5 km long and up to 120 m wide, with golden sand, strong waves and wind on the seaward side, low occupancy and summer lifeguards. From the sand there are views across to Santander and the Magdalena palace. Its length makes it ideal for long nude walks or runs. There is no shade.

El Rafal is a beach on the undeveloped coast north of Águilas in Murcia, within the Cabo Cope and Puntas de Calnegre protected area. FEN gives it as about 300 m long and 15 m deep, of gravel and golden sand, with moderate surf, few people and no lifeguard or showers. Local press reports that Águilas town council designated it the municipality's nudist beach in 2016. At its northern end there are a couple of small coves that are even more secluded than the main beach. There are no facilities; the nearest bars and shops are in Calabardina.

El Rinconín (also called El Cervigón) is a small urban cove at the eastern end of Gijón's seafront, beyond the main San Lorenzo beach where the promenade ends. It is about 250 metres long and narrow, with dark sand, pebbles and rock, and usually calm water. It is lifeguarded and has showers, and it is busy in summer. Turismo Asturias notes that it is the only beach in Gijón where dogs are allowed all year round, which shapes much of its use. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists El Rinconín as a beach of nudist tradition, and one regional guide tags it as used by nudists, but other directories describe it as an ordinary city beach. If you go to bathe nude, expect to be in a minority among clothed bathers and dog walkers; the rocks at the eastern edge are the most discreet part. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

El Saladar, also called Los Saladares or Urbanova beach, is a sand beach about 5 km south of Alicante city, beside the Urbanova residential area and close to Alicante airport. It is about 1.9 km long and 50 m wide, with golden sand and moderate waves, and has a Blue Flag and summer lifeguards but no seafront promenade. It takes its name from the Aigua Amarga salt marsh, a valuable wetland that survives behind the coast. To the south the same shoreline continues into Elche as El Altet and Arenales del Sol. The Spanish Naturist Federation includes it in its list of beaches with nude use, but gives no detail of where nude bathers go, and no other source describing nude use was found; expect a mainly clothed, local crowd. An accessible bathing point runs in summer until mid-September, and dogs are allowed from October to February. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

El Silencio, also called El Gavieiru or Gavieiro, is a curved pebble beach near Castañeras in Cudillero, western Asturias, and often counted among the most beautiful beaches in the region. It lies in a natural amphitheatre of cliffs, with rocks and islets of every shape rising out of the water just offshore. It is about 330 m long (other listings say 500 m), made of rounded pebbles, with a moderate swell. The beach has a nude tradition, but FEN reports that nude use has fallen in recent years as the access has been improved and visitor numbers have grown; the federation encourages naturists to return. There are no facilities.

El Siscal is a 155 m cove on the protected coast of the Cabo Cope-Puntas de Calnegre regional park in Lorca, Murcia, between the village of Puntas de Calnegre and the old Ciscar guard post. The beach is a mix of rounded stones, gravel and darker sand, and the water usually has a moderate swell. There are no buildings; the backdrop is bare hills of the arid south-east coast. FEN lists it as a nude-tradition beach, and occupancy is moderate, busier than the tiny coves further along. There are no lifeguards, showers or bars, so bring everything you need. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

El Trabucador is a sandbar of about 6 km that links the Ebro Delta to the Punta de la Banya peninsula in Sant Carles de la Ràpita, Tarragona, within the Ebro Delta Natural Park. It is only about 150 m wide, with the open Mediterranean on one side and the calm Alfacs bay on the other, so you can watch both sunrise and sunset over water. The sand is golden and the sea shallow. It leads to the Trinitat salt pans and the bird reserve at La Banya, parts of which are closed to protect nesting birds. The far reaches are popular with naturists, as well as kite and windsurfers and birdwatchers: Audouin's gulls, flamingos and other species are common. In the shallows you can wade far out. There are no services.

El Verodal is a small, striking beach at the far western end of El Hierro, in the municipality of Frontera, below steep cliffs. It is known for its reddish sand, mixed with dark gravel, which contrasts sharply with the cliffs and the deep blue Atlantic. The beach is about 150 metres long and narrow. The Canary Islands tourism board names it as one of El Hierro's two nudist beaches, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as well. Occupancy is low. The sea here is powerful: waves are strong and currents dangerous, and the national tourism portal advises against swimming. Signs from the town hall and the environment ministry also warn of rockfall from the cliffs, so keep away from their base. There is a small picnic area, and lifeguards are present at busier times.

Playa del Viejo is one of the named sections of the Grandes Playas de Corralejo, the long white-sand beaches on the east coast of Fuerteventura that run beside the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park in La Oliva. FEN gives this section as about 1 km long, with golden sand, moderate and often windy surf, low use and a lifeguard. Behind it rises the pale dune field of the natural park, and Lobos island and Lanzarote are in view across the strait. Nude sunbathing is widespread along these beaches, especially in the hollows and stone windbreaks among the dunes away from the two big hotels on the sand. Wind is a constant, so many visitors use the low semicircular stone walls built as shelters.

Viejo Rey is a wild beach on Fuerteventura's exposed west coast, beside the small village of La Pared in Pájara, where the Jandía peninsula joins the rest of the island. It is close to a kilometre long, of golden sand below dark rock cliffs, and faces the open Atlantic, so the surf is strong and the wind frequent. It is well known among surfers for a powerful break. The Canary Islands tourism board describes it as a reference point for surfers and for lovers of freedom and nudism, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition. Occupancy is low. There is no lifeguard and no showers on the sand, and currents can be strong, so swimming is often unwise; many visitors come for the scenery, sunbathing and surf rather than a swim.

O Vilar is a huge, wild Atlantic beach on the Barbanza peninsula in the municipality of Ribeira, inside the Corrubedo Dunes and Carregal and Vixán Lagoons Natural Park. Together with the adjoining sections of Anguieiro, Río do Mar and A Ladeia it forms more than 4 km of white sand, backed by one of Galicia's most important dune systems. The surf and wind are usually strong and the water is cold, with currents that can be dangerous. Lifeguards cover part of the beach in summer and it holds a Blue Flag, but it never feels crowded. Nudity is legal anywhere on the beach and nude bathers are found along much of it, but the most nudist area is reached by taking the boardwalk branch that heads into the dunes and then walking towards the large rock outcrops; other guides place the nude zone in the western part among the dunes or behind the rocks. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists O Vilar among its nudist-tradition beaches.

Las Granatillas, at the mouth of the Barranco de Sopalmo, is a nude beach on the wild coast north of Mojácar (Almería), between the Algarrobico area and Sopalmo. The Spanish Naturist Federation describes it as roughly 250 m long and 20 m wide, made of boulders, gravel and sand, with calm water and few visitors. The setting is untouched, and visitors have built low stone shelters against the wind. The name comes from the small garnet stones washed down from the Sierra Cabrera by the ravine; they can be found on the beach, though not easily. There are no services. Because the access runs along a dry riverbed, FEN warns that you should leave immediately if it starts to rain.

Playa del Águila (also known as Playa de la Escalera) is a 600 m strip of golden sand at the foot of a cliff on the windswept north-west coast of Fuerteventura, in the municipality of La Oliva, a little south of El Cotillo. FEN describes it as isolated, about 24 m deep, with strong surf, frequent wind and very few visitors. Nothing has been built here: no bar, no lifeguard and no showers. The cliff behind and the difficult way down keep it almost empty, which makes it a natural spot for nude sunbathing. The Atlantic swell often makes swimming dangerous.

El Ámbar is a small, isolated beach on the remote south-west coast of Gran Canaria in the municipality of Mogán, close to the Veneguera ravine. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nude beach and describes a shore about 220 m long and 17 m wide of gravel and sand, with calm water and few visitors. There are no lifeguards, showers or other services, and the surrounding coast is steep and undeveloped. Beyond these basics, little detailed information was found.

Playa el Playazo de Rodalquilar is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Portiello (Portiellu or Portillu in Asturian) is a small, shell-shaped beach on the coast of Llanes in eastern Asturias, roughly halfway between the villages of Celorio and Poo. Its name comes from an old gate that once marked the boundary of grazing rights between the two villages. At low tide it joins the neighbouring San Martín beach to form one long sandy stretch that also connects to the island of Poo; the Spanish Naturist Federation recommends visiting then. The setting is dramatic: white sand and huge boulders between high rock walls, within the protected landscape of the eastern Asturian coast. At low water fresh groundwater can be seen bubbling up through the sand. Because the beach can only be reached on foot, it stays fairly quiet, and the federation lists the stretch as a beach of nudist tradition. Its size changes a lot with the tide, so at high water there is little sand left.

El Sombrerico and the adjoining Castillo de Macenas beach lie south of Mojácar on the Almería coast, beyond the end of the seafront development, where the coast road turns into a track towards Carboneras. FEN's page covers Castillo de Macenas, an isolated beach of about 1.4 km of rock, gravel and dark sand, named after the 18th-century coastal fort that overlooks it, and notes that it continues into El Sombrerico. Mojácar's municipal tourism site describes Cala del Sombrerico as a beautiful mix of volcanic rock and sand, a specially protected beach where naturism is permitted, deliberately left without facilities. Visitor numbers are moderate; wind can make the sea choppy.

La Atalaya is the eastern half of a wild cove in Muros de Nalón on the central Asturian coast, near the villages of El Monte and San Esteban de Pravia; the western half is called La Cazonera, and the two are separated by the rocky islets of El Paso. Geologically the cove is unusual, with striking rock formations, and it lies within a protected stretch of the Costa Verde designated for birds and habitats. The shore is boulders and gravel rather than sand, about 350-720 m long depending on how the two halves are counted, and the Atlantic swell is usually strong. There are no services at all. A pulley once used to haul seaweed (ocle) up the cliff is still a reminder of the beach's old use. The beach has a nudist tradition and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it; regional directories disagree, one listing nudism and another not, so expect very few people and a mixed or empty beach. Its main drawback is access, which has been badly affected by rockfalls.

La Mareta is a small, quiet cove on Tenerife's south-east coast in the municipality of Granadilla de Abona, a short distance from the windsurfing resort of El Médano. It is about 120 m long, a mix of gravel and dark sand, and its water is usually calm because the cove is sheltered from the prevailing wind that makes El Médano famous. The surroundings are a protected natural area of volcanic scrub, and there are no services at all: no lifeguard, showers, toilets or kiosk. Few people come, which is why the Spanish Naturist Federation lists it among its nudist-tradition beaches. Other guides do not describe it as nudist, so expect a mixed or simply empty cove rather than a naturist scene; the busier nude beaches in this area are La Tejita and the coves at the foot of Montaña Roja and Montaña Pelada. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Playa la Olla is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Vega, also called l'Arena de Vega, is a 1.4 km beach of fine golden sand near the hamlets of La Vega and Berbes, east of Ribadesella in Asturias. Cliffs and dunes back the beach, a stream runs out across the sand, and the whole setting is protected as a natural monument. It faces open sea, so waves are often strong and the wind can be stiff, conditions that draw surfers. Nude bathing is common, especially in the western part of the beach; Spain's national tourism portal describes the beach as nudist, and the Asturian naturist association ANAPA recommends it. In summer there are lifeguards, showers and toilets, and there is a campsite nearby.

Playa naturista El Huequito is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Almayate is a long beach of dark sand and gravel east of Málaga, in Vélez-Málaga on the Costa del Sol, near the mouth of the Vélez river. FEN gives the beach as about 2.8 km long with moderate surf. The surroundings are almost free of building, with fields and greenhouses behind the shore. The naturist stretch lies in front of the Almanat naturist campsite, a FEN-recommended resort open all year, which is why nude bathers dominate this part in every season. The campsite runs a beach bar where nudity is accepted, popular with campers and day visitors. The beach is also known as a meeting place for gay men. There is no lifeguard or shower on FEN's data sheet.

The nudist beach at the northern end of Sagunto's coast is Malvarrosa de Corinto, next to the Malvasur development, close to the boundary with Almenara and Castellón province. Together with Corinto it forms about 3.2 km of shore, and it is one of the few sections of this coast left in a natural state, backed by dunes covered in Mediterranean scrub. The beach is a mix of sand and coarse stones at the waterline, so beach shoes help, although the seabed is sandy once you are in the water. The sea is usually calm and the beach regularly flies a Blue Flag. The naturist section is cared for by the Asociación Naturista Camp de Morvedre, a member of the Spanish Naturist Federation, and the regional tourism portal tags the beach as naturist. Facilities include a summer lifeguard, parking, footbaths and toilets, with a seasonal mobile beach bar mentioned by local press. A campsite has direct beach access. Occupancy is generally low.

Bastiagueiriño (Bastiagueiro Pequeno) is a small, secluded cove in Oleiros, on the east side of A Coruña bay, next to the much larger urban beach of Bastiagueiro. It has a special place in Spanish naturism: according to the Spanish Naturist Federation it was the first nude beach authorised in Galicia, in 1984, at a time when public nudity could still be prosecuted under the 'public scandal' offence abolished in 1988. The cove is roughly 120 to 200 metres long and 20 metres wide, a mix of rounded stones, gravel and darker sand, with moderate waves. Access is awkward, which keeps it quiet, and visitor numbers are low even in high season. There are no services at all, unlike the main Bastiagueiro beach next door, which has lifeguards and facilities, so bring water and supplies. Other spots in Oleiros with nudist use include the Camposa and Margaritas beaches.

Playa del Cañón is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Playón de Bayas, also called El Sablón, is the longest beach in Asturias: about 6 km of sand from Soto del Barco to the village of Bayas in Castrillón. 'Sablón' comes from the Asturian word for sand. The sand is dark but very fine, so it is good for long walks and runs barefoot. Behind it is one of the region's best dune systems, and together with La Deva island just offshore it is protected as a natural monument. The surf is strong. Nude bathers use the beach extensively, and FEN treats the whole strand as nude-tradition; some guides split it into zones (Los Quebrantos to the west, Requexinos to the east), but those names are not signposted. Lifeguards cover it at weekends and there are showers. Wild camping happens but is not permitted. The Asturian naturist association ANAPA particularly recommends it.

Praia Abelleira is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

As Margaritas is one of a string of small coves in the O Carreirón Natural Park, the protected southern tip of A Illa de Arousa, an island linked to the mainland by a bridge in the Ría de Arousa. The park is a small peninsula of about 1.3 km² joined to the island by a sandy isthmus, and is part of a protected area for birds. Starting from the car park, the coves follow one another: Xastelas (mostly clothed, as it is closest to parking), then A Lameira, Lontreira, As Margaritas, Punta Carreirón, Petóns and Espiños. From Lameira onwards nudity is normal, and FEN considers the whole chain ideal for naturists. As Margaritas has pale sand, rocks and calm, clear water, with few people. Dogs are not allowed in the park.

Castiñeira is a beach in San Vicente do Mar on the western, open-sea side of the O Grove peninsula in Pontevedra. It is about 400 m of white, coarse-grained sand, with clear turquoise water and moderate surf, in an untouched setting with no buildings in sight, inside a protected Natura 2000 area. Few people visit, and it is well known as a nude beach. Wind is common on this coast and can make it cool even in summer. It sits beside the tiny cove of Con do Corvo.

Barra is a 750-metre beach of fine white sand at the mouth of the Ría de Vigo, on the Costa da Vela near Cabo Home in Cangas do Morrazo. It faces the Cíes Islands directly across the water and looks back towards Vigo, while the Morrazo peninsula shelters it from northerly winds. Pine woods run down to the sand, and the area is part of a Natura 2000 protected site. Barra is widely considered the best naturist beach in Galicia and one of the best on the Iberian peninsula; Spain's national tourism portal describes it as a nudist beach, and the Spanish Naturist Federation calls it both very nudist and very family-oriented. It holds a Blue Flag. Occupancy is high in summer. The water is cold Atlantic water with moderate waves and some wind. A summer beach bar operates nearby, but there are no lifeguards or showers on the sand according to the federation. Neighbouring Nerga beach, over a rocky headland, also has some nude bathers.

Praia De Pragueira is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lombeira (also spelled Lombreira or Lontreira) is one of a string of small beaches on the O Carreirón Natural Park, the protected southern tip of A Illa de Arousa, an island in the Arousa estuary joined to the mainland by a bridge. The park is a small peninsula of about 1.3 km² linked to the rest of the island by a sandbar at the old salt pans, and it is covered by pine and eucalyptus woods with rocky points and coves of white sand between them. Lombeira takes its name from the rocky Punta Lombreira beside it. The water is calm and sheltered, and there are no services on the beaches. The Spanish Naturist Federation treats the whole chain of Carreirón beaches, Xastelas (nude only at its far end), A Lameira, Lontreira, Cala As Margaritas, Punta Carreirón, Petóns and Espiños, as ideal for nude bathing, and a Galician guide also lists Lontreira among the park's naturist beaches. One beach directory lists Lombreira as non-nudist, so expect a mixed crowd. The park is a bird protection area and dogs are not allowed.

Praia Lontreira is one of a string of small beaches in the O Carreirón natural park, which covers the southern tip of A Illa de Arousa, an island in the Arousa estuary joined to the mainland by a bridge. The park is a peninsula of about 1.3 km², attached to the rest of the island by the Salinas sandbar. Its coast is a sequence of white-sand coves with calm, sheltered water. Walking south from the car park you pass Xastelas, where nude bathers usually keep to the far end, then A Lameira, Lontreira, Cala As Margaritas, Punta Carreirón, Petóns and Espiños. FEN describes all of these as ideal for nude bathing. The park is part of the Umia-O Grove-A Lanzada-Punta Carreirón protected wetland complex and a special protection area for birds, so dogs are not allowed. Occupancy is low and there are no lifeguards or services on the beaches.

This Aguieira is a small, isolated beach on the Atlantic side of the O Grove peninsula in the Rías Baixas, sheltered behind Punta Aguieira and looking out to the island of Sálvora. It is only about 100 metres long, with golden sand framed by eroded granodiorite rock formations, and it lies within a Natura 2000 protected area. Despite the headland it can be windy and the waves moderate. The Spanish Naturist Federation describes it as a beach of well-established naturist tradition and considers it ideal for families with children. Occupancy is moderate, and there are no lifeguards or showers. Do not confuse it with the much longer Aguieira beach in Porto do Son, further north.

Figueiras is a cove of fine white sand on Monteagudo, the northern island of the Cíes archipelago off Vigo, part of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park. It is about 300 m long with calm, turquoise water sheltered by the island from the open Atlantic swell. It is also known as the Beach of the Germans: a German family living in Vigo is said to have started nude bathing here in the 1950s, making it one of the earliest naturist beaches in Spain, and it remains the archipelago's nudist beach. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it, and other guides confirm its nudist character. There is a lifeguard in summer but no bar on the sand; services are near the pier and campsite. Visitor numbers to the islands are capped, so the beach rarely feels crowded.

As Seiras, also known as Queiruga, is a 1.2 km beach of fine golden sand on the open Atlantic coast of Porto do Son (A Coruña), near the village of Queiruga. Well-preserved dunes back the beach, which lies in a Natura 2000 area, and the waves are moderate to strong. Nude and clothed bathers share the beach. FEN suggests arriving early and settling near the access, where nude bathers usually gather. The sand is cleaned daily, and lifeguards cover it in summer, but there are no showers. Occupancy is moderate.

Praia de Aguete is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Aguieira is a long beach of white sand and dunes on the shore of the Ría de Muros e Noia in Porto do Son, A Coruña. FEN gives it as about 1.7 km, semi-urban, with moderate surf, Blue Flag status, daily cleaning, a lifeguard and showers in summer. Its western end receives the Cans and Quintáns streams, and at low tide you can wade across one of them to a rocky islet with a small jetty that people dive from. Most of the beach is used by clothed families; nude bathers gather in the central section, which is furthest from the access points. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Area Maior, also known as Louro, is a wild beach of white sand about 1.5 km long at the foot of Monte Louro, just outside the town of Muros on the Costa da Morte side of the Muros-Noia estuary in A Coruña. Behind it lies a dune ridge reaching about 14 m in height, and behind that the Xalfas lagoon, a protected wetland in the Natura 2000 network. The small Negro river cuts the beach in two. It faces open Atlantic, so the water is often rough and windy; lifeguards are present in summer. Facilities are simple: a large car park, a wooden boardwalk and a shower part-way along it. The beach is quiet and rarely crowded. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist beach, and other guides describe it as nudist, though at least one list of Muros nude beaches omits it. Clothed and nude visitors share the long beach.

Area Branca (Areiña Branca) is an undeveloped beach in Camariñas on the Costa da Morte, A Coruña, on the inner shore of the Camariñas ria, not far from where the ria opens to the Atlantic. It is a long strand of a little over a kilometre of white sand, around 30 m wide, backed by pine woods and well away from villages. Because it faces into the ria rather than the open ocean, the water is usually calm and the beach is sheltered from much of the wind that batters this coast. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition; the length and isolation make it easy to find space. Use is moderate in summer. There is no lifeguard, but there are showers, and an unguarded car park nearby.

Baldaio is a huge sandy beach of about 4 km in Carballo, on the Costa da Morte of A Coruña. Behind it lies the Baldaio marsh and lagoon, crossed by three small streams, one of Galicia's most important coastal wetlands and protected under Natura 2000. The sand is fine and golden and the beach is up to 200 m wide. Surf is moderate to strong, attracting surfers and anglers. FEN lists it as a beach with nude use and describes a good atmosphere, though it does not pinpoint a section; with this much space, nude bathers tend to spread out away from the main accesses. It holds a Blue Flag, has lifeguards, showers and toilets in summer, an accessible entrance, and a drinking-water spring. Sunsets over the Atlantic are a highlight. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Baleo is often called the prettiest beach in Valdoviño, on the open Atlantic coast north of Ferrol. The main beach is about 400 m of fine golden sand with strong surf and wind; it is popular with surfers and fairly busy in summer. It has parking, showers, a picnic area and a lifeguard in season. At low tide you can walk along the sand to a smaller cove of the same name, separated by rocks, and that is where nude bathers usually settle. The surf and wind make swimming risky on many days.

Canabal is a small cove in Oleiros on the Golfo Ártabro, just outside A Coruña, below the Mera lighthouses and looking straight across the bay to the Tower of Hercules. It is sheltered by the islet of Mera (Monte Meán), so the water is often calm, and the sea bed is popular for snorkelling and diving. The beach is a short strip of fine sand between rocks. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a beach of nudist tradition; other guides describe it simply as small, secluded and intimate. Occupancy is moderate. There is no lifeguard and no showers, and the beach is unsignposted, which helps keep it discreet despite being close to the city.

Praia de Canelas is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Caolín is a small, hidden beach on the right-hand (eastern) shore of the O Vicedo estuary in Lugo province, on Galicia's northern Mariña coast, next to Vidreiro beach. It takes its name from an old ceramics factory that once worked the kaolin clay here. The beach is about 130 m of very fine white sand with trees growing right down to its edge, so it is often compared to a Caribbean cove, and the water is calm and sheltered inside the estuary. Occupancy is generally low, and there is a shower but no lifeguard. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Caolín as a nudist-tradition beach and notes that Galicia's official tourism site also refers to its nudist tradition, while acknowledging that on some summer weekends there are more clothed than nude bathers and that some private sites deny the tradition. Expect a mixed crowd.

Combouzas (also spelled Cambouzas) is a beach of fine white sand in the municipality of Arteixo, about 19 km west of A Coruña, next to the larger Barrañán beach. It is roughly 300 m long and 30 m wide, sheltered by dunes that are useful on windy days. The beach has a long-established nudist tradition, and A Coruña's official tourism site lists it as a nudist beach; the Spanish Naturist Federation does too. It is unusually well equipped for a nude beach: Blue Flag status, lifeguards, toilets, showers, a beach bar and access for people with reduced mobility. The surf can be dangerous for swimming but is good for surfing. It gets busy in high season. Arteixo is regarded as nudist-friendly, especially after the council dropped a proposed nudity ban from its draft beach ordinance in 2013 following objections from the federation.

Praia de Insua is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

Lariño is a long, wild beach in Carnota on the Costa da Morte (A Coruña), at the mouth of the Corcubión estuary. Its southern part is an almost straight sandy strand of nearly 2 km. The northern part breaks up into sandy coves with large boulders, overlooked by the Punta Insua lighthouse, which marks the passage between Finisterre and the Corcubión estuary. Pine woods behind parts of the beach give shade for lunch on hot days. The surf is often strong and the beach windy. It is lonely and untamed, which FEN says lets nude bathing happen without problems. Kitesurfers also use it. Showers are listed, but there is no lifeguard.

Lumebo is a small, wild beach on the Atlantic coast of Ferrol, A Coruña, in a protected Natura 2000 area. It is about 180 m of golden sand mixed with rock, with strong surf and wind and few visitors. It is hard to reach, which keeps it quiet and makes it a regular spot for nude bathers. There are no lifeguards or facilities of any kind. The waves make swimming dangerous on many days, so take care in the water.

Melide is a 300-metre beach of white sand at the northern end of Ons, the largest island of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park, at the mouth of the Ría de Pontevedra. It faces east towards Sanxenxo and Portonovo, so it is sheltered from the prevailing Atlantic wind, and it holds a Blue Flag. The national park's own visitor guide calls Melide probably the most beautiful beach on Ons and notes that nudism is traditionally practised there; the Spanish Naturist Federation describes it as one of the first nudist beaches in Galicia. Occupancy is low because everyone arrives by boat and visitor numbers to the island are capped. There are no services on the sand. The island also has other beaches on its east side, and its campsite area is regarded by the federation as a free naturist camping zone.

Niñóns is a small, sheltered beach on the Costa da Morte in the municipality of Ponteceso, A Coruña. It sits at the head of an inlet between two hills, with fine pale sand and a small river, and is part of a protected coastal area. The beach is around 120 m long, and at its left end (looking at the sea) it joins the neighbouring O Morro beach, which FEN also lists as nudist. The Camiño dos Faros, a coastal walking route of about 200 km from Malpica to Fisterra, passes here, and a dirt track along the right-hand side of the beach leads about 1.5 km to a spot locals call the lago, where the sea pushes into the hillside. Occupancy is low. There is parking and, in summer, showers and toilets. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Niñóns as a nudist-tradition beach, but other guides do not describe it as nudist, so nude bathers may be few. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Ponzos is a 1.4 km sandy beach about 10 km north of Ferrol (A Coruña), facing the open Atlantic between Cabo Prior and Valdoviño. It has a long-established nude tradition. The surf is strong, though the beach is somewhat sheltered from westerly storms, and it hosts a stage of the Galician open surf circuit. Nude bathers mostly use the northern part, towards Valdoviño, the end farthest from the road access near Cabo Prior. It is unusually well equipped for a nude beach: wheelchair-accessible, with parking, toilets, showers, bins, lifeguards and Red Cross cover in summer.

Porto Carrizo is a small, sheltered cove next to Pantín beach in Valdoviño, A Coruña, divided from it by a low cliff. It is about 200 m of fine golden sand with calm water, protected from the wind that often blows on Pantín. It has no services of its own (no showers), relying on its neighbour. FEN reports that Valdoviño council declared it a nudist beach in 2010; FEN rates use as high, though other guides describe it as quiet. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

This Portonovo is a small cove in Viveiro, on the coast of Lugo in northern Galicia, not to be confused with the resort of Portonovo in Sanxenxo. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists it as a nudist beach and describes it as about 175 metres long and narrow, with white sand, surrounded by vegetation and sheltered by the slopes and hills around it. Its main quirk is the tide: there is a usable strip of sand mainly at high tide, while at low tide the shore becomes too rocky for comfortable swimming. Occupancy is low. There is no lifeguard and no showers. We found no other published description of the beach, so plan to be self-sufficient and check the tide before going. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

Praia de Razo is a nudist-friendly beach in Spain. Nudity is optional.

San Martiño is the main beach of the southern island of the Cíes archipelago off Vigo, part of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park. It is a sweep of fine white sand about 500 m long with calm, clear water. The island is triangular and broader than the northern pair, from which it is separated by the Freu da Porta channel. There are no services, no lifeguards and no regular ferries: the island is only reachable by private boat, which keeps visitor numbers low. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists San Martiño as a nudist-tradition beach, and a Galician directory also describes it as nudist. In practice the people here are mostly sailors who have anchored off the beach for the day. Anyone planning a visit should check current national park rules, as access and anchoring are regulated.

San Miro is a small cove of 127 m in Malpica de Bergantiños on the Costa da Morte (A Coruña), in a Natura 2000 site. It mixes rock, gravel and golden sand, and its most striking feature is a waterfall (fervenza) that drops straight onto the beach and into the sea. Its remoteness keeps it quiet, and it is mainly used by nude bathers and surfers. The waves range from moderate to strong, and FEN warns it is dangerous for swimming, though fine for sunbathing. There are no facilities.

Seráns (Serans) is a small, isolated sandy beach of about 200 m on the Atlantic coast of Porto do Son (A Coruña), inside a Natura 2000 protected area. Vegetation runs down to the sand, and the beach stays lonely even in high season. Waves and wind are usually strong, so swimming needs care, and there is no lifeguard. Guides commonly list it as a nude-tradition beach. There are no facilities.

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Tulla (Tuia) is a beach in Bueu on the Morrazo peninsula, inside the protected area of Punta Udra, facing the Ría de Pontevedra. It is about 400 m of coarse pale sand that does not stick to you, with moderate surf and some wind. Nudity is most common on the right-hand side as you face the sea, near the rocks, though the whole beach is open to it. It gets busy in summer. Seasonal beach bars operate, though FEN finds them pricey. Dogs on a lead are generally accepted.

Xastelas is the first and largest beach in the O Carreirón natural park, the protected southern tip of A Illa de Arousa, an island in the Ría de Arousa linked to the mainland by a bridge. The park is a small peninsula of about 1.3 square kilometres, joined to the rest of the island by a sandy isthmus, with pine woods, dunes and white-sand beaches facing calm water. It is a special protection area for birds, so dogs are not allowed. Because Xastelas is closest to the park car park, it is the busiest and most clothed of the park's beaches; according to the Spanish Naturist Federation, nude bathers are usually found only towards its far end. Beyond it a string of smaller beaches and coves, including A Lameira, Lontreira, Cala As Margaritas, Punta Carreirón, Petóns and Espiños, are all used by naturists, and the federation describes the park as a paradise for nude bathing. Near the entrance there are seasonal kiosks and toilets.

Area Longa, usually called Baroña, is a 350-metre beach of white and golden sand on the outer coast of the Ría de Muros e Noia in Porto do Son, A Coruña. Its northern end is overlooked by the Castro de Baroña, an Iron Age hillfort on a rocky headland, one of the most striking archaeological sites on the Galician coast. The beach is exposed, with strong surf and wind, and is the first of a series of surf beaches running south. It holds a special place in Spanish naturism. In August 1981 the local parish priest led an anti-nudist protest in which villagers carried sticks. A later Supreme Court case over a nudist at Baroña, under the then offence of public scandal, contributed to that offence being removed from the Penal Code in 1988, after which nudity could no longer be prosecuted in Spain. Today it is an established naturist beach. Do not confuse it with Basoñas beach in the same municipality, which is also sometimes called Areas Longas.

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Parreño is a small cove of golden sand tucked between cliffs in the Calblanque Regional Park, east of Cartagena in Murcia, one of the best-protected stretches of coast in the region. FEN gives it as about 300 m long, with moderate surf and few people. All the Calblanque beaches see plenty of nude bathing, and it increases the further you walk from Playa Larga, the beach nearest the main car park. Going right (facing the sea) you first reach Negrete, mixed clothed and nude, then Parreño, which is more private and largely nude. There are no buildings in the park; FEN lists a lifeguard in season but no showers.

Racó del Conill is a pair of small coves between cliffs on the coast of La Vila Joiosa (Villajoyosa), about 3 km from the town centre and roughly 4 km from Benidorm, though it feels far removed from it. A tongue of rock splits it into two sections; the shore is rock and pebble, surrounded by pines and vertical rock walls, and the sea bed is excellent for snorkelling and diving. Waves can be strong. It is one of the best-known nudist coves on the Costa Blanca and has formal recognition: since May 2021, Article 60 of La Vila Joiosa's beach ordinance classes it as a cove of recommended nudist use, and the Valencian regional tourism board describes it as a naturist area. The municipality has added signs promoting its naturist character. Swimwear is not banned, and naturists say growing numbers of clothed visitors threaten its identity. A small memorial at the viewpoint honours a local naturist who cared for the cove for many years.

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Sa Font Salada (also written Sa Font Celada) is a small, remote cove on the rugged north-east coast of Mallorca in the municipality of Artà, between Cala Torta and Cap de Ferrutx. It is roughly 40 m of sand and stones with no buildings, no services and no paved access, and sees few visitors. The InSpain beach guide lists it as a nudist beach, and like neighbouring Cala Torta it is used by people looking for an undisturbed spot. Bring everything you need, including shade and water.

Sa Roqueta is a small, semi-urban beach on the north coast of Formentera at Es Pujols, lying between Ses Canyes and the long Platja de Llevant. It is roughly 560 m long including its small bays, but narrow at about 20 m, with fine golden sand broken by low rocky outcrops that divide it into pockets. When the wind drops, the clear turquoise water looks like a natural pool, and the swell is usually moderate. There is no lifeguard or shower according to FEN, and parking is limited to a small unsupervised area. The national tourism portal notes that nudism is practised here, and the Spanish Naturist Federation lists Sa Roqueta as a nudist-tradition beach. As on much of Formentera, nude and clothed visitors share the beach without fuss. Because it sits right next to the Es Pujols resort, it is easy to reach and can be fairly busy in summer.

Santa Clara is the small wooded island in the middle of La Concha bay in San Sebastián, a few hundred metres off Ondarreta beach. Its small beach faces the city, and paths lead up through the island. A guide to Gipuzkoa's nudist beaches published by eldiario.es says nude bathing is accepted on the island's beach, while it is not on La Concha itself; the city's official tourism pages describe the island without mentioning nudism. In practice it is a mixed spot visited by summer boat passengers and swimmers, so nude bathers should keep to themselves and expect clothed company.

Serín, often listed together with neighbouring La Cagonera, is a 450 m beach of coarse sand and pebbles in Somió, on the eastern edge of Gijón (Asturias), directly below the La Providencia chapel near Cabo de San Lorenzo. It is sheltered from north-westerly winds, so the sea is usually gentle, and FEN notes the water tends to be about a degree warmer than at Gijón's main San Lorenzo beach, which makes it a good spring option. Nude use has grown steadily, and FEN describes it as the busiest nude beach in Asturias today. The bottom is rocky in places, so take care entering the water. FEN lists a lifeguard; there are no showers.

Ses Illetes is the famous white-sand beach on the west side of the Es Trucadors peninsula, the narrow finger of land at Formentera's northern tip inside the Ses Salines Natural Park, facing the islets and the island of s'Espalmador. Its shallow turquoise water over sand and Posidonia meadows makes it the island's best-known postcard beach and a magnet for day-trippers. Nude bathing has long been accepted along this coast, but naturist guides say Ses Illetes becomes predominantly clothed in high season. Nudity is far more common in two places: towards the very tip of the peninsula at Es Trucadors, a strip of sand reached only on foot where naturism is the norm, and on Platja de Llevant on the opposite, east side of the spit, which is quieter, windier and described by the Balearic tourism board as a place to swim nude. The two coasts are so close in places that you can cross from one to the other in minutes.

Siete Playas (Zazpi Hondartzak, 'Seven Beaches') is a chain of small coves at the foot of steep cliffs between Punta Kardala and Saturraran in Mutriku, on the western edge of Gipuzkoa. It lies within the Basque Coast Geopark, famous for its tilted flysch rock strata. The shore is made of boulders, rock platforms and gravel rather than sand, with strong surf and wind and few visitors. The coves can only be reached along the shore at low tide, which keeps them secluded and is why naturists use them. There are no services of any kind. The isolation is also the danger: the coast is a dead end under cliffs, and a rising tide can cut you off.

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Torre la Sal is a long beach of sand and gravel in Cabanes, on the Castellón coast, named after an old defence tower that stands in a small eucalyptus grove behind the shore. It runs for about 2 km, with a promenade, showers, play areas and places to eat, and a marine biology research centre sits beside it. To the north the coast continues as a long natural beach in front of the Prat de Cabanes-Torreblanca natural park, a wetland of more than 7 km. The Spanish Naturist Federation lists Torre la Sal, but its own description points naturists about 1.5 km further on, to the beach by the Cudolà naturist campsite and the Cuartell Vell stretch, which it describes as ideal for walking nude. Regional tourism describes Torre la Sal itself as a quiet, semi-urban beach with no mention of nudity. Storm damage and beach restoration works have affected the shore in recent years. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.

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Zarautz has one of the longest beaches in the Basque Country, about 2.5 km of golden sand in front of the town in Gipuzkoa, with strong surf that makes it a major surfing centre. FEN lists the beach as urban and busy, with lifeguards and showers. Nude bathing takes place at its eastern end, beyond the end of the promenade next to the golf course and the Iñurritza biotope, a protected dune area at the river mouth with the largest dune system on the Gipuzkoa coast; a boardwalk lets you visit it. The town-centre stretch is clothed. Services such as lifeguards, showers, toilets and bars are close by in the urban part. Swim carefully: the waves are often strong.

El Confital is a rugged, rocky-and-sand cove on the La Isleta peninsula at the northern tip of Las Palmas, with views back across the city's bay. It is the city's laid-back sunset, surf and picnic spot. Nude sunbathing takes place toward the northern end, between El Cabezón Negro and El Zoco, away from the boardwalk. There are almost no facilities. Note that bathing is officially prohibited after pollution problems, so treat it as a sunbathing spot rather than a swimming beach.

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.

Zurriola is San Sebastián's surf beach, about 800 m of golden sand in front of the Gros district, between the mouth of the Urumea river and Monte Ulía. It is fully urban and heavily used, with a promenade, bike lane and the Kursaal congress centre at its western end. Its open position means strong waves and wind, which draw surfers year-round, especially at the eastern Sagüés end. Nude bathing is tolerated, and a naturist guide says nude bathers tend to gather in the stretch between the Urumea breakwater and the Kursaal building, away from the surf school area. Expect a mostly clothed crowd. Facilities are complete: lifeguards, showers, toilets, sunbed and umbrella rental, and sports areas. Note: the Spanish Naturist Federation is the only source we found that reports nude bathing here, and other guides do not mention it. Nude use may be occasional or limited to the quieter end, so expect most visitors to be clothed and check on arrival.