With more than 400 naturist beaches, Spain is a haven for naturist lovers. On this site, I have previously presented the best nude beaches in Ibiza, Mallorca, and Tenerife. Now, I’m introducing the beautiful nude beaches in Valencia for you to explore on your next visit.
This comprehensive list includes not only beaches close to the city of Valencia but also those close to other cities belonging to the Valencian Community, such as Gandia and Alicante. These are listed from north to south,
1. L’Arbre de Gos (Valencia)
This nude beach in Valencia is situated less than 20 minutes by car from the center. It is located within the Albufera National Park, between the El Saler and Pinedo beaches.
L’Arbre de Gos Beach offers a magnificent view of dunes of golden sand and is surrounded by vegetation. It is 2.5 km long and has an average width of 40 m.
Although it belongs to the category of natural beaches, it is fully equipped. It has showers, toilets, a sports area, 2 health posts, 3 watchtowers, and offers umbrella rentals. People with disabilities have access and there is an adapted walkway. Additionally, there is a biking lane and a car parking area with more than a hundred spots
How to Get to L’Arbre de Gos Beach
By Car: L’Arbre de Gos Beach is 10 km south of the city of Valencia. The closest road to the beach is the CV-500, accessible from the Valencia exit.
By Bus: You can reach L’Arbre de Gos Beach in less than 15 minutes via Line 25.
2. Playa Pinedo (Valencia)
Pinedo is a small district situated 9 km southeast of Valencia. Here, the beach features light golden sand, calm waters, and is surrounded by vegetation and dunes.
There is a designated nudist area accessible through the dunes near the former ‘Casa Negra’ restaurant and the now-demolished Plexi factory. To locate it, the nudist section is close to the Star Drive-In, serving as a useful reference point.
Upon entering through the drive-in area, park your car at the far end of the parking lot and walk across L’Arbre del Gos beach.
How to Get to Pinedo Beach
By Car: Take the CV-500 road, which takes approximately 16 minutes.
By Bus: Board Line 25 for direct access to Pinedo Beach.
3. Playa de El Saler (Valencia)
This beach is situated 14 km south of the center of Valencia, approximately a 20-minute drive, within the Albufera Natural Park. It comprises fine, golden sand and stretches for about 5 km.
The nudist area covers around 800 m. To access it, head near Hotel Sidi El Saler, across from Tower 5, which stands as the northernmost building from the hotel. The Valencia City Council has designated the nudist area, spanning 300 m on one side and 500 m on the other.
Dunes act as a barrier against the wind, surrounding the beach along with native vegetation and pine trees.
The general beach area is well-equipped with 3 health posts, 3 watchtowers, an adapted walkway for people with disabilities, showers, and toilets.
How to get to Playa de El Saler
By Car: From the City of Arts and Sciences roundabout (Professor López Piñero Avenue), take exit V-15, then onto CV-500 for about 10 kilometers. Look for the Platges/El Saler exit, take it, and head towards Carrera del Riu at the roundabout. Follow Avenida de los Pinares for less than 200 meters to reach El Saler Beach.
By Bus: Take bus line 25 towards Palmar, which stops at Avenida de los Pinares, providing ideal access to El Saler Beach.
4. Mareny de San Llorenç (Cullera, Valencia)
Mareny de San Llorenc is a 3 km long beach located in Cullera, a Valencian municipality situated 46 km south of the city of Valencia.
The beach, part of the Albufera National Park, features golden sand, moderate waves, and dunes. A salt marsh nearby serves as a sanctuary for various bird species and amphibians adapted to this unique environment.
Given its vast expanse and distance from the city, it is an ideal location for a nude beach.
The beach provides walkways and showers. However, there are no warning signs or surveillance equipment, so be cautious when entering the sea.
There is a specific area delimited for the practice of nudism.
How to Get to Mareny de San Llorenç Beach
From Valencia: Take the Saler road (CV-502) towards Cullera. Pass Mareny de Sant Llorenç, and before the roundabout indicating the road to Cullera Lighthouse (CV-503), take the entrance to Camí de Carbonell for the beach access. There is a parking lot, and you still have to walk for a while to reach the beach.
From Cullera: Take a bus to El Dossel. From there, start walking from the roundabout on the road near Blanco restaurant and the old Safi hotel. Head towards the beach, away from the Lighthouse location, and after approximately 2 km, you’ll reach the designated nudist beach area.
5. Playa de L’ Ahuir (Gandia)
Not many virgin beaches exist nowadays in the Mediterranean, and Playa de L’Ahuir is one of them. It’s located in Gandia, about 67 km south of the city of Valencia. The exact location of this naturist beach is between Gandia Beach and Xeraco Beach, delimited with signs.
This beautiful fine sandy beach extends for 2 km and is 120 m wide. Dunes and forests of native vegetation constitute a special and safe home for many different plants and animals. These forests also shield the beach from powerful waves during winter storms, helping to safeguard the ecosystem that has developed around the beach.
To protect the environment and prevent people from crossing them, there are wooden walkways to protect the dunes. These pathways also provide access to the beach.
Playa de L’Ahuir is one of the few beaches along the Mediterranean coast with shallow areas where sandbanks can emerge, forming small islands. Ocean currents and river deposits form these sandy areas along the coast, forming a boundary between the sea and the land area.
The beach offers police safety, Red Cross assistance, foot washers, showers, and parking. It has obtained all the required Quality and Environmental Certificates and holds the 2023 Blue Flag Certification. Smoking is not allowed, but dogs are permitted.
As the beach tends to be windy, windsurf competitions are held here, attracting surfers as well.
How to Get to Playa de L’ Ahuir
From Valencia: Take the AP-7 road, and you’ll reach the beach in approximately one hour.
From Gandia: You can access the beach either by walking or driving along the VP-1056 road that runs along the coast. Take the turn at kilometre 17.4, and upon arrival, the nudist area will be on your left side.
6. Racó del Conill (Alicante)
This beautiful natural cove is located 5 km north of the city of Villajoyosa in Alicante, approximately 150 km south of Valencia.
The cove is relatively small, less than 100 m wide, and divided into two parts by a rocky outcrop. There are cliffs around and small coastal mountains covered in pine trees and bushes.
Beneath the water’s surface, there exists a significant Posidonia oceanica meadow, a marine plant crucial for maintaining clean and clear water. It is essential to protect this plant as causing harm to it is against the law.
The naturist history of this cove dates back to the 1970s and has been recognized as a meeting spot for the LGBTQ+ community. However, due to increased exposure on social media, it has transitioned into a clothed beach.
How to Get to Racó del Conill
From Valencia: It takes approximately 1.5 hours by car to reach Villajoyosa via the AP-7 road. To access the beach, take the N-332a road next to the abandoned Casino of Villajoyosa. There is a large parking lot available for visitors.
7. El Carabassí (Alicante)
This natural beach is in the town of Elche, 174 km south of Valencia, in Alicante. It’s considered a protected ecological area, featuring a designated nudist zone towards the south, referred to as ‘Zone 0,’ which tends to be busier on weekends.
Set in a stunning environment, this beach boasts golden sand and gentle waves, stretching 900 m long and spanning 80 m in width. It holds the 2023 Blue Flag Certification.
Wooden walkways on the dunes provide access to the beach. It’s quite common to spot numerous small lizards hidden among the bushes.
El Carabassí offers various amenities, including beach bars, a food hut, public toilets, sunbed and parasol rentals, and ample parking.
How to Get to El Carrabassí
From Valencia: To reach Elche by car take the A-31 and A-7 roads. It takes about 2 hours.
From Alicante: To reach Elche by car take Elche Av. and turn left towards the beaches of Urbanova and El Altet. Carabassí Beach is just past Arenales del Sol and before reaching Santa Pola. By Bus: Take the line Alicante-Santa Pola.
Recommended Beachfront Hotels in Valencia
Parador de El Saler (5*) is situated within El Saler’s golf course amidst coastal nature, offering beachfront access. Most of the rooms feature views of the golf course. The hotel boasts a spa, saunas, an indoor heated pool, and an outdoor pool available during the summer months. The El Saler restaurant specializes in local rice dishes, particularly paella.
Hotel Neptuno (4*) offers direct beach access. Amenities include a small spa, gym, beachside bar, and restaurant offering traditional rice dishes and fresh seafood for dinner. It’s conveniently located near the Marina Real Juan Carlos I tram stop, providing easy access to central Valencia.
YOU & Co. Saler Beach Boutique (3*) is within a 15-minute walk from Playa de El Saler and 1.6 miles from Playa de l’Arbre del Gos. It features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and free WiFi. Guests can benefit from room service, concierge service, and tour arrangements. Additionally, it offers a good breakfast.
Recommended Beachfront Hotels in Cullera
Cullera Panoramic Sea Views Apartment (4*) is a beachfront property. The spacious apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. It’s just a 13-minute walk from El Faro. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.
Aparthotel El Faro (3*) set next to the Cullera Lighthouse, offers apartments with private terraces, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Each one includes a living room with a sofa bed, safe, and a well-equipped kitchenette. Laundry facilities are free to use. Situated within a 10-minute walk to the beach,
Recommended Beachfront Hotels in Gandia
RH Bayren Hotel & Spa 4* Sup features 2 swimming pools and a spa. Spacious rooms offer a private terrace, either with front or side sea view. The Mare Nostrum Restaurant offers buffet cuisine with Valencian and international dishes. It has a terrace overlooking the sea. Guests can later enjoy a drink in the beach-front chillout bar.
Hotel RH Riviera Adults Only (3*) features an outdoor pool with hot tub. Featuring a private balcony, rooms come with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar and private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. It has a buffet restaurant and a café-bar with a terrace. Hotel chain/brand: RH Hoteles.
Recommended Beachfront Hotels in Villajoyosa
Blue Line Apartment Hotel (4*) features accomodations with access to a garden with a terrace. All units have a living room with a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen, and a private bathroom. There is an outdoor swimming pool. A Bar and a restaurant. The hotel offers à la carte breakfast daily.
Paradisun Villajoyosa (4*) offers an infinity pool, private beach area, and garden. Accommodation has air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower. Breakfast is offered, and there is a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. The area is popular for pub crawls.
Recommended Hotels in Elche
Hotel Boutique Hort de Nal (4*) features an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. All rooms have full equipment, and come with a coffee machine. Some have a balcony and others offer pool views. The restaurant serves European cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested.
Hotel Elche Centro, affiliated by Meliá (3*) is located 400 m far from the famous Palmeral de Elche Palm Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is a wide range of shops and restaurants within a 5-minute walk. Its restaurant offers very good breakfast, and Mediterranean fresh homemade food for lunch and dinner.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
According to the Spanish Federation of Naturism, nudism is legal in all public spaces in Spain, unless it’s expressly forbidden by a specific municipality. For example, in June 2023, the municipality of Ses Salines in Mallorca has forbidden nudism on its beaches.
The list of places given above is just a guide to popular naturist spots. Keep in mind that this list doesn’t guarantee the presence of other nudists.I hope this blog proves useful to you. When visiting a nude beach, it’s important to remember that prolonged staring at others is considered impolite. Nudist beaches are not meant for people-watching or taking photos. Instead, embrace the peaceful atmosphere and connect with nature.
