Do you want to know the best nudist beaches in Barcelona? Read on because here we present them to you.
When summer arrives and, with it, the rising temperatures, the first thing that comes to mind is to start taking off our clothes and jump headlong to the beach in Barcelona. Going to the beach is a very characteristic of the Mediterranean culture and the truth is that there is no better way to spend the summer than getting a good tan.
Barcelona is one of the best cities to practice nudism or also known as naturism. It is a doctrine that tries to live in complete harmony with nature, considering clothes as something alien to the essence of man. Besides, what are we going to fool ourselves, bathing naked is much more comfortable and fun!
And of the many things to do in Barcelona, here are the best nudist beaches and coves in Barcelona and surroundings, so you can take your towel and welcome the good weather.
1. San Sebastian Beach
The beach of San Sebastian is one of the oldest nudist beaches in Catalonia and the first that existed in the city. According to what people in the neighborhood say, nudism has been practiced for a long time, without anyone being aware of its beginning.
This beach is also known as the baths of San Sebastian and is located right next to the Barcelona Swimming Club. The most curious thing is that, being in such a central location, it still maintains that clandestine atmosphere.
2. Mar Bella
Mar Bella beach is one of the best nudist beaches in Barcelona and also one of the most popular. This beach has an area for nudists and naturists, which is located right between the beaches of Nova Mar Bella and Bogatell. The location is quite private, as it is blocked on the back by sand dunes and on the sides by rocks.
Visitors to this beach will feel very comfortable because they will be protected from any gossipy people who want to keep an eye on them. It is also a friendly area for the LGTBI community. As it happens in most nudist beaches, not all the people who are there are naked, but there is no problem, since everyone is welcome, as long as they interact with respect.
There you will find beach bars to have a drink, showers and toilets.
3. La Musclera Beach
La Musclera Beach is one of the best places to practice nudism in Barcelona and has a long family tradition. It is quite large, has showers, a beach bar and lifeguards. The fact that it is so close to the city of Barcelona means that during the summer this beach is quite crowded and its bathers are usually mixed (both nudists and people with swimsuits).
It has a total length of 620 meters and a width of 48 meters. As it has a small promenade, this beach is considered semi-urban.
4. Illa Roja
Illa Roja is a nudist area near Barcelona, specifically in the municipality of Begur. Its name comes from a huge reddish rock that is in front of the beach. This is an internationally renowned nudist beach, about 120 meters long and 20 meters wide.
This coarse sandy beach, which ends in a huge rock wall, is wild and has no services.
5. Cala Estreta
We continue with our selection of the best nudist beaches on the map of Catalonia, with Cala Estreta. Some say that it is the cove for which the inhabitants of the Baix Empordà are most proud and, if you ever visit it, you will realize why. The truth is that it is beautiful, although its access is not easy.
To get to the nudist Estreta cove you will have to make a 45-minute walk from the beach of Castell.
6. Waikiki Beach
This may not be a nudist beach in Barcelona city, but you can get there if you are willing to spend a little time by train and we assure you that it is worth it! Located 10 kilometers from Tarragona, on the Costa Daurada is the Waikiki Beach, positioned as one of the best beaches in Catalonia.
This stretch of sand is named after the famous beach of Hawaii because of its crystal blue waters, fine sands and a very relaxed atmosphere. When you arrive you will see that not everyone is naked, as nudism on this beach is optional.
7. Playa del Coco
Playa del Coco is one of the best nudist beaches in the Maresme and is located very close to Barcelona. Its 80 meters long and 80 meters wide make this beach has space for both nudists and swimsuit wearers.
The nudist area as such, begins at the breakwater closest to the port and is accessed from the promenade. Therefore, it is an urban beach that offers a multitude of services such as beach bars, bars, restaurants and supermarkets where you can buy food, drinks or a refreshing ice cream.
8. Cala Morisca
Cala Morisca is a naturist beach in Barcelona province, which belongs to the municipality of Sitges, although to get there you must have a car, motorcycle or bike, since it is a little far from civilization. It is a small cove, of small dimensions in which textiles and nudists coexist.
The atmosphere is very familiar, mutual respect is promoted and there are no voyeurs. In addition, this beach is not crowded even during the month of August, so it is a good place to disconnect.
9. Playa del Torn
At 2 kilometers from l’Hospitalet de l’Infant is the beach of El Torn, one of the best nudist beaches in Catalonia. It is the temple for naturists and is considered the most traditional, oldest and largest nudist beach, with a total of 1,600 meters wide.
In the northern part of the nudist beach there are usually many people, since the naturist campsite is located in front of it. About 100 meters further south, the beach is quieter, even in high season.
10. Savinosa Beach
At La Savinosa Beach you can sunbathe in bikini, swimsuit or completely naked, as you like! This coastal area is located in Tarragona, another of the provinces of Catalonia bordering Barcelona. The beach is easily accessible and once there you will find a beach bar, so it is ideal to go with the family without having to worry about anything.
We recommend you to visit this beach on the official Naturism day, as it becomes a very lively natural space.
11. Playa de l'Home Mort
We continue with our selection of the best nudist beaches in Barcelona with the Playa de l’Home Mort. It is a naturist space located south of the town of Sitges, right next to the city. It is actually two coves separated by rocks: Platja de l’Home Mort and Platja de Roses.
The sum of both does not reach 300 meters in length, so it is a small and intimate corner intended only for those who know it. The nudist beach is very beautiful, because the seabed has rocks and sand that can be seen through the clean and transparent waters.
12. Cala Roca Grossa
Near Barcelona, in the town of Sant Pol de Mar, there is a small naturist beach called Cala Roca Grossa. Its sand is granulated and, although it does not have a cleaning service, it is quite clean.
It is recommended for its crystal clear waters and its family atmosphere, so it is advisable to continue taking care of it as you have done so far and throw the waste you can generate in a trash.
13. Playa de Ponent
Platja de Ponent is one of the four beaches on the coast of Premiá de Mar, which still preserves its naturist tradition. It is a semi-urban beach that, not having a promenade as such, is more sheltered and discreet, which makes it the ideal place to practice nudism.
With beautiful golden sand and calm waters, it is one of the best beaches near Barcelona. Usually, you will see the blue flag flying, so you can swim peacefully.
14. La Picordia
La Picordia is a beach in Catalonia that is located in the municipality of Arenys de Mar, in Barcelona. It is an urban beach 500 meters long and in high season it is usually uncrowded, so it will not be difficult to find a place to plant your towel and umbrella.
The beach is surrounded by vegetation and is an area where nudism is practiced in its calm waters and golden sand. This beach has access by car, as well as access adapted for people with reduced mobility.
15. Aiguadolç
Aiguadolç is one of the best nudist beaches in Barcelona province and is one of the few entirely naturist, that is, you will not find anyone wearing a swimsuit. It is located just over two kilometers from Vilanova i la Geltrú, and is located between Sant Gervasi and Santa Llúsia.
It is a small cove, but its sand, its little slope when entering the sea and the charm it gives off, make this one of the favorite places for many swimmers.
16. Playa de la Ricarda
In the municipality of El Prat de Llobregat is the Ricarda Beach, one of the favorite nudist places for many people and it is a real secret treasure. The sand is very fine and golden and the waters are usually quite clean and are perfect for snorkeling.
It has parking, bus, beach bar, lifeguard, showers and other services. The ideal is to go during the week although it is not usually too busy, since its sandy area is quite large.
17. Playa de la Murtra
We travel to Viladecans, to introduce you to the beach of La Murtra, bordering the municipality of Gavà. It is also known as the beach of the Philippines and nobody knows exactly why. This beach is composed of a 220 meters long sandy beach, with fine golden sand and a very clean and crystalline water.
This can become your favorite place to enjoy the sun with maximum freedom. The environment that offers us is beautiful, thanks to its pine forest and dune landscape, where you can take long walks. La Murtra Beach is ideal to go with the family, as it has several services such as red cross, parking, bathrooms, sun loungers, water activities, restaurants and a playground.
18. Playa de Sant Simó
Sant Simó beach is approximately 1 kilometer long and is the least urbanized of Mataró. It is not nudist in its entirety, although it has a very well signposted naturist area. As it is easy to access, it is usually quite crowded and you can get there by car, thanks to a large parking area.
19. Playa de la Punta de la Tordera
The nudist beach of Punta de la Tordera extends from the road to La Pomereda, to the mouth of the river Tordera. It is a protected natural area where you can find a campsite, showers, beach bars, etc..
This space is suitable for people with reduced mobility and can be reached by car from the level crossing of the road from Malgrat de Mar to Blanes. If you arrive on foot you will do it from the Malgrat de Mar promenade.
20. Cala Naiara, antiguamente Cala Taps
We finish our list of the best nudist beaches in Barcelona with Cala Naiara. It is a small nudist beach located in Montgat, about 100 meters south of the Montgat suburban train station. It is very quiet and frequented by its unconditional naturists.
Legend has it that a naturist local, called Naiara, began to clean it and take care of it, so over the years her name has been engraved on the stone that crowns the beach and bears her name. If you Google it, it will appear with its old name of Cala Taps.
These are the best nudist beaches in Barcelona province, although there are still many more to discover. If you are one of those who enjoy being in direct contact with nature and do not need to hide behind a swimsuit, we recommend you to be brave and visit one of these beaches that we have presented. Let us know how the experience went.
