The Kvarner islands of Krk, Cres and Rab are the quiet end of Croatian naturism, with pine-shaded coves and small campsites. Read on for the seasons, the spots and the unwritten rules.
What sets it apart is rab, where naturism started in 1936 — alongside rab, where naturism started in 1936, quiet island campsites, pine-backed pebble coves and easy ferry hopping. Kandarola, Rab and Politin, Krk are where to look first.
Most people fold Kvarner into a wider Croatia route rather than visiting on its own.
Why naturists choose Kvarner
- Rab, where naturism started in 1936
- Quiet island campsites
- Pine-backed pebble coves
- Easy ferry hopping
Beaches, resorts and saunas in Kvarner
Beach
Kandarola, Rab
The beach where naturism on the Adriatic began.
Naturist campsite
Politin, Krk
A small FKK site near Krk town.
When to go and what the rules are
As a naturist region, Kvarner comes down to when you go and how you behave. June to September. The ferries run at full frequency in those months and the island campsites shut down soon after. Island coves are shared with locals. Keep noise and music down.
- Best time to visit
- June to September. The ferries run at full frequency in those months and the island campsites shut down soon after.
- Etiquette & law
- Island coves are shared with locals. Keep noise and music down.
Naturist Kvarner FAQ
Is Kvarner good for a naturist holiday?
The Kvarner islands of Krk, Cres and Rab are the quiet end of Croatian naturism, with pine-shaded coves and small campsites. Start with Kandarola, Rab, Politin, Krk.
When is the best time for a naturist trip to Kvarner?
June to September. The ferries run at full frequency in those months and the island campsites shut down soon after.
What are the nudity rules in Kvarner?
Island coves are shared with locals. Keep noise and music down.
Where can you go naked in Kvarner?
Kandarola, Rab (beach) is the obvious starting point — the beach where naturism on the Adriatic began.