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France
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Season
June to September for naturists; sources disagree on the rest of the year
About Moulin de Chez Joyeux
Moulin de Chez Joyeux is a naturist bed and breakfast on about 13 acres at Thiat, in the commune of Val-d'Oire-et-Gartempe in Haute-Vienne. The estate sits on both sides of the La Brame river, with private beaches and islands, about 1.5 km from the village at the end of a country road. Accommodation is in apartments with private terraces and kitchenettes, and one listing describes eight guests in four bedrooms. Guests have a pool, a sauna, a hot tub and communal dinners, and the grounds include table tennis, badminton and fishing spots for trout and carp. Rates in one listing run from about 104 to 129 euros for two people with breakfast. The estate is adults-only and clothing-optional. From June to September it is reserved for adult naturists and pets are not allowed; outside those months it is open to non-naturists. Nudity is optional in the outdoor and pool areas.
Legal context & local rules
This is a private property, so nudity is lawful on the estate, and the owners restrict June to September to adult naturists. I did not check local rules beyond the estate.
Public nudity in France is permitted exclusively in designated naturist zones (officially recognised naturist beaches and centres). Outside these zones, nudity is criminalised under French Penal Code Article 222-32 (exhibition/indecent exposure). The legal framework distinguishes between "naturism" (controlled, designated areas) and "public indecency" (general public spaces). France has 150+ member clubs offering naturist accommodations and 50 holiday centres with official status.
What’s here
Getting there and visiting
The estate is at the end of a country road about 1.5 km from Thiat, in Haute-Vienne. Visitors arrive by car, and I did not check transit. Parking is on site. Booking is through the property. Accessibility details were not found.
Before you go
- 1 Check the current local rules and access conditions before travelling.
- 2 Bring a towel and sit on it when using shared seating.
- 3 Never take photographs of other people without clear consent.
- 4 Respect the venue’s clothing, privacy, and behaviour rules.
Location
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46.2586, 0.9848
Frequently asked questions
Is it adults only?
Yes, according to NudeBeachMap and booking listings.
Can non-naturists stay?
Yes, outside June to September, according to a Limousin tourism listing. Confirm with the owners.
Is nudity required?
No. Nudity is optional in the outdoor and pool areas.
Sources
Researched 25 October 2026 .
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