Key facts
| Country | Spain (Campos and Ses Salines, Mallorca, Balearic Islands) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Palma de Mallorca (PMI), about 45 minutes by road |
| Best time | May–June and September–October; July–August are very busy |
| Type | Undeveloped public beach in a protected natural area |
| Adults only | No — a public beach used by families |
| Clothing | Clothing-optional in established sections; not all are signposted |
| Best months | May–June, September–October |
Es Trenc, on the south coast of Mallorca, is one of the few long beaches on the island that has escaped hotel development. It stretches for several kilometres between Sa Ràpita and Colònia de Sant Jordi, with fine white sand, low dunes, pine woods and shallow turquoise water that looks almost Caribbean on a calm day. Behind it lie the salt pans of Salines d'Es Trenc, where sea salt and flor de sal are still harvested. The whole area is protected as the Es Trenc–Salobrar de Campos natural area.
Es Trenc is also Mallorca's best-known clothing-optional beach. Some sections are designated for nude bathing and others have simply become established over the years; not all of them are signposted, and nude and clothed beachgoers often share the same sand.
Who it suits
- Naturists who want a big, natural Mediterranean beach rather than a resort pool.
- Couples looking for a relaxed day at the beach with room to spread out, especially outside peak season.
- Visitors staying in southern Mallorca, around Colònia de Sant Jordi, Campos or Santanyí.
It is a public beach used by families and locals, not a lifestyle venue.
Finding the nude sections
As a rule, the further you walk away from the main access points, beach bars and parking areas, the more nudity you will see. Most visitors arrive at the car parks near Ses Covetes or at the central beach access, then walk along the shore. If there are no signs, follow what others around you are doing: if the people nearby are nude, you are in a clothing-optional area; if they are all in swimwear, move further along. Beach bars and restaurants expect you to dress.
Best time to go
May, June, September and October offer warm water, sunshine and fewer people. July and August are extremely busy, parking fills early and the beach can feel crowded near the access points. Early mornings and late afternoons are quieter at any time of year. Outside summer, some services close.
Getting there
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) is about 45 minutes away by road. A car is the easiest way to reach the beach; there are paid car parks near the main access points, and they fill quickly in summer. Local buses serve Colònia de Sant Jordi and Sa Ràpita in season, and from Colònia de Sant Jordi you can walk along the coast. Check the natural park's page on the Balearic Government site for current access and parking information.
Legal notes
Spain has no national law against public nudity, but councils can regulate it. At Es Trenc, nude bathing has a long tradition and is accepted in its established sections. Public sexual behaviour is illegal. The beach is inside a protected natural area, so camping, fires and driving onto the dunes are not allowed.
Etiquette
- Stay off the dunes. Use the boardwalks and paths; the dune vegetation is fragile and protected.
- Leave the seagrass. The banks of dried Posidonia seagrass on the sand are a natural part of the Mediterranean coast and protect the beach from erosion.
- No photos of nude beachgoers.
- Take everything back with you, including cigarette ends.
Safety
There is little natural shade, so bring a parasol, water and high-factor sunscreen. The water is shallow and usually calm, but wind can raise waves and jellyfish sometimes appear in summer; check flags and lifeguard advice. Do not leave valuables in your car or on the sand.
Nearby
Colònia de Sant Jordi is the departure point for boat trips to the Cabrera Archipelago National Park. The salt works of Salines d'Es Trenc sell their salt on site. For a livelier island scene, compare Ibiza, or browse naturist places in Spain and members in Spain.