The Best Nude Beaches around the World

• Playa Famara // Spain

  

  Playa Famara faces out into the waters of Bahia de Penedo on Lanzarote's northwest coast. Part of the Chinijo Archipelago Nature Park, it offers excellent views of La Graciosa island, which sits off Lanzarote's northern tip.

  Stretching for an incredible five kilometres, Playa Famara's yellow sands never get crowded, though in places they are mixed with ancient volcanic pebbles from the massif of rock that overlooks the shore.

  Sometimes called the Hawaii of Europe, Playa Famara is a well-known surfing and bodyboarding spot. Generally speaking, the waves are best during the winter… read more »

• Playa del Inglés // Spain

  

  This volcanic, black sand beach is nestled along La Gomera's western coastline, just a couple of miles north of Valle Gran Rey.

  Like most of the island's beaches, there's a shortage of facilities and amenities on the sands, which helps to keep them unspoilt. Like you'd expect though, the scenery is stunning and the sand is scattered with volcanic rocks.

  As for the waters, they're very calm and clear, and although there are no lifeguards, it's generally quite a safe spot for a swim - although do take extra care during the… read more »

• Playa del Pozo // Spain

  

  Playa de Pozo is a quiet and unspoiled beach on the southern coast of Lanzarote. Not far from the resort town of Playa Blanca, it feels a world away. Known for its golden sand, turquoise waters, and volcanic surroundings, it offers a peaceful retreat away from the island’s busier tourist hotspots.

  Part of the Los Ajaches Natural Park, Playa de Pozo is accessible via a dirt track or a short walk from nearby beaches like Papagayo beach. The calm, clear waters make it great for swimming and snorkelling,… read more »

• Albuen Strand // Denmark

  

  For a classic southern Danish seaside escape with beautiful camping grounds right near the beach, look no further than Albuen Strand. Situated in the southwestern coast of Lolland, it is home to one of the island's best beaches. Stretching for 7 km Albuen Strand is a sandy spit of land backed by a large lagoon. It is Blue Flag certified, boasts a rich history and natural landscape; you could say it has something for everyone.

  For fans of Medieval history, the Albuen area was a major marketplace during the Middle Ages.… read more »

• Playa del Confital // Spain

  

  This laid-back spot is Gran Canaria's most northerly beach and is fairly off the beaten track. The vast majority of beachgoers who come here are locals, and it's a popular spot for sunset picnics and family barbecues.

  In terms of facilities, there aren't any, and that's how the locals like to keep it. There's a tiny town with a supermarket and a handful of restaurants that's just over five minutes' drive away, or the busy port town of La Isleta is about the same time in the opposite direction if you… read more »

• Playa de las Gaviotas // Spain

  

  Located among the bare cliff faces of Tenerife's north, Playa de las Gaviotas is a nudist friendly beach with charcoal grey sand on a small curve of coastline. Although just a short distance from Playa de la Teresitas, Gaviotas is altogether a much more relaxed affair.

  Almost disappearing entirely with the waves of high tide, the beach is backed by a sloped retaining wall, which provides places to sit and enjoy the sea views if not stretch out entirely during these times.

  Best reached by private means of transport because of… read more »

• Flint and Steel Beach // Australia

  

  Situated close to the northernmost point of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park north of Sydney, Flint and Steel Beach is an area of sand just a few tens of metres in length. Overlooking the Hawkesbury River, it can only be reached on foot or by boat. The nearest car park is located approximately one kilometre away in either direction along a signposted path.

  Backed by a grassy hillock, both sides of Flint and Steel Beach's richly-coloured sands are marked by high headlands. Providing a gently entry into the river's freshwater, its sands… read more »

• Nessebar South Beach // Bulgaria

  

  Located close to both Burgas and the famed Sunny Beach area, Nessebar South Beach is a perfect blend of old and new.

  On the one hand, you have the ancient area characterized by a rocky peninsula that offers romantic awe-inspiring views and connecting to the mainland through a narrow isthmus. In the town, you'll find everything from cobblestone streets and squares to traditional homes. The area is also home to several churches dating back to the 11th through 14th centuries which rank among the best-preserved examples of Catholic architecture on… read more »

• Anne's Beach // USA

  

  Located at Lower Matecumbe Key, Anne's Beach can be found in the village of Islamorada. Named for a local environmentalist called Anne Eaton after her death in 1992, its stretch of white sand provides a secluded spot to sunbath or enjoy some time in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

  Surrounded by native planting, the immediate entrance into the water is both shallow and calm year-round, like similar beaches in the Florida Keys, with swimming difficult until you wade further out.

  Although secluded, Anne's Beach is close to two… read more »

• Kerminihy // France

  

  Extending for around 2 kilometres along the central Brittany coast, the Plage Kerminihy is wonderfully undeveloped stretch of pale golden sand. To the rear there is nothing but dunes (access prohibited), and in front - the Atlantic Ocean.

  Kerminihy is the only beach in the Erdeven commune where naturism is tolerated. Although not an official nudist beach naturists have happily coexisted with "textiles" for many years.

  The northern end of the beach is bordered by the Etel river and within walking distance of the town of the same name. At this end… read more »

• Eden Beach // The Caribbean

  

  If you're looking for Eden, you've found it! Eden Beach is a wide expanse of gently sloping sand which runs for roughly a kilometre. Situated on the island's west coast, it's around 20 minutes from St John's, and is reached by passing through the Hawksbill Resort, but remains relatively secluded.

  This is important because Eden Beach is Antigua's only clothing optional beach. It rarely becomes that crowded, with more modest beachgoers heading to neighbouring beaches, making Eden low-key by comparison.

  You won't find any facilities, although the trees that back onto it… read more »

• Cvitačka // Croatia

  

  Situated about 2km from Makarska town centre is Cvitačka beach. Cvitacka is everything you would expect from a Croatian beach; crystal clear, blue water and near white sand. Well, it isn't exactly sand, more a mix of sharp pebbles and shingle. Not exactly perfect for walking on, but looks idyllic and is the reason the water is so clear along this coast.

  The beach itself is quite idyllic with the local pine forest reaching right down to the "sand". It's also fairly recognisable with the man-made jetty in the middle of the… read more »

• Patong Beach // Thailand

  

  Located on the southwest coast of Phuket Island, Patong Beach is by far the busiest and most popular beach in Phuket, especially loved by partygoers and youngsters in search of a good time. The curving 3km long sandy beach is lined with numerous shops and services and is bold and vibrant.

  Unless you arrive early there's nowhere to park your motorbike, never mind a car! After dark, it's popular with nightlife being close to infamous Bangla Road. The busiest part of Patong Beach is the middle with relatively quieter areas… read more »

• Ya Nui Beach // Thailand

  

  Ya Nui Beach is a compact but pretty cove beneath Phromthep Viewpoint. Tranquil and relaxing, it has golden sands which are often scattered with seashells washed ashore by the turquoise waves. At the centre of the beach is a large rock just offshore and views to Koh Kaeo Noi Island.

  Swimming is generally safe all year round at Ya Nui, although red flags will warn of dangerous conditions and should be respected. The shallow waters are good for families to swim and splash.

  Rent snorkelling gear on the beach and… read more »

• Porto Ferro // Italy

  

  Appearing as a bite out of a largely rocky coastline, Porto Ferro Beach in the northwest of Sardinia boasts 1.5 km of golden sand, clear waters and plenty of opportunities for watersports.

  Regular swells offer good surfing conditions but inexperienced swimmers and surfers should beware of the dangerous currents. Bathers should also look out for some sharp rocks and the occasional jellyfish.

  The beach has free parking at the south end and has some good signposted hiking trails leading off in all directions. Porto Ferro is patrolled by lifeguards in summer… read more »

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