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What is celebrated in art is punished at the seaside in Italy. While Michelangelo's works of art unabashedly display their splendour, nudity is forbidden on most beaches in Italy. Find out here what is allowed where...
- Italy : Is naturism allowed at all?
- The largest naturist beach in Italy
- The most famous nude beach in Italy
- Nudism in Puglia
- Nudism in Calabria
- Naked on Elba
- More info from the naturist associations
- Beautiful accommodation near naturist areas
Italy: Is nudism allowed at all?
One thing first: Italy is NOT a (classic) naturist paradise. Strictly speaking, even "topless" is not allowed on the beach - but this is usually tolerated. The majority of nude beaches are only tolerated and dependent on the goodwill of the local government in office.
In short: naturism is not allowed in Italy, but is tolerated in some areas.
Local fines for naturist offences can be hefty - up to 10,000 euros per person. In reality, the courts often suspend the penalties.
The regional newspaper "Il Tirreno" reported about five Italians who took off their clothes at the (tolerated) nudist beach near Castagneto Carducci (near Livorno). Other guests felt disturbed and called the police. Fine per person: 3,333 euros.
In fact, more than half a million Italians are nudists. The industry has a turnover of around 60 million euros. According to naturist associations, the potential would be many times higher if Italy were not so shy about naturism.
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The largest naturist beach in Italy
Probably the largest naturist area in Italy, it is also (officially) one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. The Lido di Dante is located near Ravenna. The nudist area is in front of a camping site, which is also accessible to outsiders.
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The outcry was great when the local government in office at the time imposed a ban on nudity a few years ago. But that only lasted for a short time.
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Italy's famous nude beach
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Golden sand, kilometres of expanse - part of the dream beach in Bibione (Veneto) is designated as a nudist area. The nude part is located between the harbour entrance and the lighthouse, shielded by dunes to the rear. Bibione is one of the most famous nude beaches in Italy.
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How to get there: Follow the signs marked "Faro" (lighthouse). From the car park there, just a short walk (approx. 0.5 km) through the dunes.
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Nudism in Puglia
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Almost a dinosaur among nude beaches in Italy: Torre Guaceto has been visited by nudists for a quarter of a century (tolerated by the local government). The beach is located in the WWF nature reserve. Fine, white sand, shallow, warm water - fantastic!
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How to get there: You can park at Lido Boa Gialla (guarded car park), then it's about a 20-minute walk to the nudist area.
Nudism in Calabria
Quasi-Caribbean conditions for naturists: the sea at the official nude beach of Pizzo Greco gets up to 25 degrees in summer. Crystal-clear water, reddish-brown sand, the beach slopes gently into the sea. The name of the place is just as beautiful and flowery: Isola di Capo Rizzuto. Calabria, the pearl of the Mediterranean.
In the high season there is a beach bar on site. A nudist campsite is located directly by the sea.
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Naked on Elba
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Beach of the Acquarilli: the first official naturist beach on the island since 2016. Caution: The sand consists of small black stones that get very hot in the sun. Bring a parasol and something to drink. The path to the sea is very steep, with a gradient of about 100 metres.
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More info: Beaches & Co.
The official naturist and nudist associations in Italy know all the naturist beaches in Italy and have more information:
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Nudist Holidays in Italy
There is usually at least one campsite near a nudist beach in Italy. If you don't feel like camping in a tent or caravan, here is a selection of nice hotels and guesthouses.:
Ravenna / Lido di Dante, Emilia-Romagna,
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Torre Guaceto, Apulia
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Sources: n-tv/Andrea Affaicati: "FKK in Italien - Bigotte Politiker verderben den Spaß"; FKK Reiseführer Europa; die Reisewebseite https://nacktbaden.deResearch in various naturist forums
