Gran Canaria

Naked on Gran Canaria

Naturism in Gran Canaria

The best nude beaches of Gran Canaria

Naked on the Canary Islands is well established. The islands of Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are not only family friendly but also friendly naturism. Beaches for nude sunbathing can be found on Gran Canaria anywhere because there is allowed to walk around naked.

Nude Beach El Confital Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura islands where a naturist itself can move as free as a bird. The most beautiful nudist beaches of Gran Canaria are located on the west coast. Most naked beaches are only accessible by car, taxi, bike, mountain bike or on foot. Nudist beaches in the east and north are more accessible, but do not have a sandy beach, but pebbles or rocks.

In this small secluded beaches you usually available on more private as there is little or no tourists. Exceptions are the weekends, then the inhabitants of the island prefer themselves to the secluded beaches with all their families and children to avoid the crowds. Nude sunbathing on the beaches, you can also better plan on working days, out of respect for the local population.

Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas

Gay eye contact is inevitable but it is certainly not challenging. The nudist area begins at stand number 5 and runs through to Playa del Ingles. For everyone there is a pretty place to find. Perhaps add that the locals sometimes not appreciate, so keep this in mind

Maybe even add that walk around naked in public on the street is not permitted. Many apartments and hotels for nudism are not there. There is the decision to a bungalow Campo International that 14 contains numerous bungalows. This park has the beautiful name “Magnolias Natura”. It is about 3 km away from the beach of Maspalomas

Like to point out that topless sunbathing is allowed almost everywhere. Both hotels, bungalows and apartment complexes allow topless to the pool. Topless walking around on the street or outside the pool area’ll then not allowed. definitely check the regulations in your stay.

Nudist beach of Playa del Ingles

The most famous beaches where nudism is possible Vargas, Montaña de Arena, Tiritaña, Veneguera and a few others. The best known are so Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés.

Playa de Vargas

This abandoned beach is situated in the southeast of Gran Canaria in the municipality Agüimes. The beach is much loved by surfers but also nudists can find a quiet spot. It consists mainly of pebbles but there is also a sandy beach especially at low tide. Due to the location is here regularly much wind.

Playa de Vargas is fortunately still in its natural state. It is with its 1300 meters a small but quiet beach. If you come by car from the GC-1 motorway, then there is a parking provided. Public transport unfortunately there is not.

Camping - Playa de Vargas - Gran Canaria

Not far from the beach there is for campers Camping Playa de Vargas. This is a simple campsite with restaurant, showers and simple rooms. Do you have a tent or caravan then for this places are provided.

A little like to add that topless sunbathing is allowed almost everywhere. Both hotels, bungalows and apartment complexes allow topless to the swimming pool. Topless walking around on the street or outside the pool area’ll then is not allowed. see especially the regulations in your stay.

Montaña de Arena
One of the most popular nude beaches is definitely that of Montaña de Arena. This nudist beach is not so big, it is about 250 meters long and 38 meters wide. The sand is fine and golden. The name Montaña de Arena has arisen because this secluded beach is protected by a large dune.

This nudist location is quiet and offers lots of privacy because it is far from residential areas located. Still, there have been fairly busy on some days. Especially during the summer months and on weekends. Unfortunately visitors to the beach can sometimes leave a lot of dirt which certainly does not deserve this uniquely beautiful beach of Gran Canaria.

Nearby is hardly anything to eat or drink. A promenade or boardwalk you will not find here. If you are fond of swimming in the sea then it is certainly ok. The water is calm with a few waves.

As the beach is secluded, there is no supervision by lifeguards. For emergencies, there is in the immediate vicinity a hospital which is situated on Avenida Maritima. You can reach the hospital by phone at 928 444000. The nudist beach is easily reached on foot. The car park in the neighborhood is safe. The nearest inhabited place is Pasito Blanco with the beautiful marina.

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