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Season
April to early November (naturist period)
About Riva Bella Naturiste Thalasso & Spa Resort
Riva Bella is a large four-star naturist holiday village on the flat east coast of Corsica at Linguizzetta, near Aléria, roughly halfway between Bastia and Porto-Vecchio. Family-run and a member of the France 4 Naturisme group since 1989, it occupies a protected estate of 70 to 79 hectares between a long sandy beach, with shallow, clear water, and a coastal lagoon. Naturism applies across the domain from 1 April to 5 November; outside that period the site stays open but is not naturist. There are 199 pitches of about 100 m² for tents, caravans and motorhomes, with electric and water hookups, plus a range of rentals: villas, chalets, mobile homes, lodges and small two-person cabins. Facilities include a seaside restaurant with half or full board, a beach bar, a grocery shop, a hairdresser and free fibre Wi-Fi. Its most distinctive feature is a 500 m² seafront thalassotherapy and spa centre with massages, beauty treatments, hammam, sauna, hot tub and a gym, where nudity is allowed but not compulsory during the naturist season. Families are well catered for, with a children's club in July and August, a playground and a 10-hectare animal park with llamas, donkeys and pigs. The site holds the European Ecolabel.
Legal context & local rules
Nudity is lawful on the private domain and its beach during the naturist period (1 April to 5 November); outside it the site operates as a clothed campsite.
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
Riva Bella lies off the east-coast N198 road near Aléria, at the end of the Route de Riva Bella; a car is the practical way to arrive. Book online at naturisme-rivabella.com or by phone (+33 4 95 38 81 10). Visit Corsica listed 2026 prices from €28.50 to €58 a night for a pitch with car and two people, and €509 to €965 a week for a two-person chalet or bungalow (larger units up to about €2,025). The thalasso and spa takes outside bookings; outside the naturist season it opens Friday to Monday. Pets on a lead are allowed. Ask about naturist licence requirements when booking.
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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42.1586, 9.5543
Frequently asked questions
Is Riva Bella naturist all year?
No. It is naturist from 1 April to 5 November; outside those dates the site is open but not naturist.
Is nudity required in the spa?
No. Nudity is permitted in the thalasso and spa centre during the naturist season, but it is not compulsory.
Is it family friendly?
Yes. There is a kids' club in July and August, a playground and a farm park with animals.
How much does it cost?
Visit Corsica listed 2026 pitch prices from €28.50 to €58 a night for two, and two-person chalets from €509 to €965 a week.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, pets are welcome on a lead.
Sources
- Visit Corsica - Domaine de Riva Bella Spa Resort Official
- Riva Bella naturist resort (official site)
Researched 25 October 2026 ; confirmed against an official source 25 October 2026.
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