Naturism in Portugal
Do you want to revel in the freedom of naturism in Portugal or perhaps you're just looking to perfect that all over tan?
Portugal's famous for its lovely warm climate and golden sandy beaches and naturists are welcome to sun themselves at the following beaches. Just don't forget your suncream!
Naturist Beaches in Portugal
There are only five official naturist beaches in Portugal
Lisbon and Central Portugal
Bela Vista beach, Costa da Caparica , Almada
Meco beach, Alfarim, Sesimbra
Southern Portugal
In the Alentejo
Salto beach, Porto Covo, Sines
In the Algarve
Adegas beach , Odeceixe , near Aljezur
Barril beach, Ilha de Tavira, Tavira
However there are also lots of
unofficial naturist beaches:
Northern Portugal
Estela beach, near Póvoa do Varzim
Lisbon and Central Portugal
Palheirão beach, Tocha, Cantanhede
Cova-Gala beach, south of Figueira da Foz
Salgado beach, Famalicão, Nazaré
Palheiros , Quiaios
Almagreira, Baleal, Peniche
Comporta, Tróia, Setúbal
Adiça beach, Fonte da Telha , Costa da Caparica
Southern Portugal
In the Alentejo
Malhão beach, Vila Nova de Milfontes
Fontaínhas, Galé, Melides
Furnas, south of Vila Nova de Milfontes
Alteirinhos beach, south of Zambujeira do Mar
In the Algarve
Carrapateira and Beliche beaches, north of Sagres
Bordeira, Aljezur
Zavial beach, Cabanas Velhas beach, Figueira/Furnas beach and Quinta dos Carriços, near Vila do Bispo
Meia Praia beach, Praia dos Pinheiros and Canavial, Porto de Mós, Lagos
Grande, Pera
Trafal, Loulé
Fuzeta and Ilha de Armona beaches , Fuzeta
Anção, Vila Real de Santo Antonio
Naturist Clubs and Holidays in Portugal
Obviously naturism is not all about the beach and Portugal has a lot more to offer. The Portuguese Federation of Naturism and regional clubs run activities throughout the year, including picnics, days out, sports and private sessions in spas and pools. Visitors of all ages and nationalites are welcome. You can visit their website www.fpn.pt but for now its only available in Portuguese.
Would you like to meet like-minded people or have a completely clothes-free holiday? If so there are a few naturist-friendly campsites and guesthouses dotted around the country where you can relax in beautiful natural surroundings.
Do you have a favourite beach or spot for naturism in Portugal? We'd love to hear about it!
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