The beaches remain the main place for a full tanning: from rocky shores to beaches with fine sand, from lively bays to secluded coasts.
Today there are hundreds of beaches where legal (or at least tolerant) enjoy the sea in the full naturalness.
Nicky Hoffman from Naturist Societychief editor of the magazine Nude & Natural And the author of the book “The best nudist beaches and resorts in the world”speaks: “Soft smooth sand, warm breeze, delicate waves and many other nudists – these are the perfect beach”.
The movement of nudists originated in Europe and North America at the beginning of the 20th century with the advent of parks, campsites and beaches dedicated to contact with nature without clothing. In the 1960s “Free Beach” contributed to the spread of nudist beaches around the world, and their popularity continues to grow so far.
The best nudist beaches according to CNN:
- Playa Naturista ChihuahuaUruguay: 20 minutes from Punta del Estethe temperature of the water is higher 25 ° C.. Officially opened since 2000 with a resort El Refugio Nudista Naturista. Photo on Instagram
- Nida Nude BeachLithuania: on Curonian spit With Primorsky forest and dunes, with a view to the border with Russia. Photo on Instagram
- Oriental Beach VillageThailand: the only legal nudist resort in Thailand, a beach with white sand on the island KHO KHO KHAO. Photo on Instagram
- AgeSta BeachSweden: the only official nudist beach of Sweden, 15 km from Stockholmaon the lake, with places for picnics and games. Photo on Instagram
- Little Palm BeachNew Zealand: on the island Waihekeavailable on a ferry from Auckland, next to winery and galleries. Photo on Instagram
- Nugal BeachCroatia: a secluded place with cliffs and pines, accessible along the path or on a kayak from Makarsk. Photo on Instagram
- Moshup BeachMassachusetts, USA: on Martha's Vineyardat the historical lighthouse Gay Head. Free access for everyone. Photo on Instagram
- Lady Bay BeachSydney, Australia: small and secluded, next to South Head. Popular for tanning. Photo on Instagram
- Studland BayEngland: one of the first official nudist beaches of Britain, under management National Trust. Photo on Instagram
- Wreck BeachCanada: in Vancouver, the largest nudist beach of the country (7.8 km). Popular among students. Photo on Instagram
- Buhne 16Zilt, Germany: the first nudist beach on Ziltknown for beach chairs and summer parties. Photo on Instagram
- Blacks BeachCalifornia, USA: next to San Diegounder the cliffs Torrey Pines. Known among surfers. Photo on Instagram
- Red sandCrete, Greece: in Matalewith red sand and famous bar Yianni's With Mojito. Photo on Instagram
- Callantsoog BeachThe Netherlands: the oldest official nudist beach of the country, with a certificate Blue Flag. Photo on Instagram
- ANSE de Grande SalineSaint-Barteli, Caribbean: a secluded beach with white sand. Nudism is officially prohibited, but tolerate. Photo on Instagram
- Platja des CavalletIbiza, Spain: with parties, LGBT community and nudists. Flamingos appear on salt lakes. Photo on Instagram
- CAP d'GdeFrance: the largest nudist village in the world. Nudism is required on the beach and free in stores, restaurants and banks. Photo on Instagram
- IS Benas BeachSardinia, Italy: officially nudist from 2022, with a secluded atmosphere and natural beauty at the southern tip of the beach IS Arenas. There are camping and local residence options. Photo on Instagram
- Mpenjati beachQuasulu-Natal, South Africa: no more officially recognized, but remains a place for nudism. In the natural reserve, access from Durbana. Photo on Instagram
- Playa de MaspalomasGrand Canarius, Spain: is known for dunes and zones for nudism, including more private areas among dunes. Photo on Instagram
- Playa ZipoliteOhaka, Mexico: Mexico's most famous nudist beach, although nudism is technically illegal. Popular among alternative travelers. Photo on Instagram
- Metsoke DragotIsrael: perhaps the only place in the Middle East, where public nudism is allowed, on the shore Dead Seawith the opportunity primitive camping And living nearby. Photo on Instagram
- Praia MassarandupiBai, Brazil: in the secluded part of the coast, two hours from Salvadora. Surrounded by palm trees and dunes, ideal for calm nudism. Photo on Instagram
- Vecaki BeachRiga, Latvia: next to the capital Rigawith an organized zone (Nūdistu pludmale), known for natural calm and sunset. Photo on Instagram
- Haulover Beach ParkMiami, Florida, USA: the most popular nudist beach in the USA, with more than 1.3 million visitors annually. Equipped, there are rescuers. Photo on Instagram
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