Greece has no naturist resorts to speak of, but hundreds of tolerated clothes-free beaches on islands where nobody minds. If you are planning a clothing-optional trip to Greece, this is the short version of what the place is actually like.
It is known above all for tolerated island beaches rather than resorts, very warm sea from june, cheap, simple tavernas on the sand and long, dry summers. Most visitors build a trip around Red Beach, Crete and Super Paradise, Mykonos.
Within Greece we cover Crete and Cyclades, each with its own beaches, resorts and rules.
Why naturists choose Greece
- Tolerated island beaches rather than resorts
- Very warm sea from June
- Cheap, simple tavernas on the sand
- Long, dry summers
Beaches, resorts and saunas in Greece
Beach
Red Beach, Crete
A walk-in cove near Matala with a long naturist history.
Beach
Super Paradise, Mykonos
Famous adults-only beach with clothing-optional sections.
When to go and what the rules are
As a naturist country, Greece is best understood through its season and its rules. May to October; September is warm and much quieter. Nudity is technically restricted but widely tolerated on remote beaches. Never undress near a church, family beach or town.
- Best time to visit
- May to October; September is warm and much quieter.
- Etiquette & law
- Nudity is technically restricted but widely tolerated on remote beaches. Never undress near a church, family beach or town.
Naturist regions of Greece
Naturist Greece FAQ
Is Greece good for a naturist holiday?
Greece has no naturist resorts to speak of, but hundreds of tolerated clothes-free beaches on islands where nobody minds. Start with Red Beach, Crete, Super Paradise, Mykonos.
When is the best time for a naturist trip to Greece?
May to October; September is warm and much quieter.
What are the nudity rules in Greece?
Nudity is technically restricted but widely tolerated on remote beaches. Never undress near a church, family beach or town.
Where can you go naked in Greece?
Red Beach, Crete (beach) is the obvious starting point — a walk-in cove near Matala with a long naturist history.