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Vera Playa - where the desert meets the sea...

...is situated on the Costa de Almería, south-east Spain and enjoys around 322 days of sunshine a year - making it the warmest and driest part of Europe. Even in winter, rarely does the mercury dip below 18°C making this a most pleasurable destination for naturism even out of season. 
Naturist Zone

Vera Playa is unique, because it is a naturist seaside resort where you can walk the public streets, promenade and 2 kilometers of sandy naturist beach completely naked and free.

The beach is fringed by the low-rise naturist residential zone made up of 15 fully naturist ‘urbanizations’ connected by public streets where you’ll see naked walkers meandering to the beach where nudity is perfectly normal and accepted. 
a street scene from the pavement looking up to palm trees and a post with a sign on it saying zona naturista

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The beach

Take your lunch naked at one of the beach bars or just have a drink. Even when busy, the beach retains a wonderful atmosphere which makes everyone regardless of age, gender or sexual orientation feel welcome and at ease. This also makes it an excellent choice of destination for the first-time naturist.  

If you fancy a change from sunbathing, there are naked activities like volleyball, tug-of-war, petanque and fun-runs. If you prefer to just sit and watch rather than take part - then that's okay too as you'll be in very good company! 

The surrounding area is full of activities – golf, water parks, theme parks, boat trips, and water sports – so your holiday can be as active or easy as you wish!

Enjoy our gallery of the Vera Playa naturist beach 

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Bright pink flowers and ornamental grasses in the foreground leading to tall palm trees and the sea in the distance
a skeleton on a pole looks out across the sea at dawn while the sun rises out of the horizon in the distance
taken from some rocks and looking across the water and along the coast line of the naturist beach
a bush growing out of the sand on the left and the sand in the foreground with tyre tracks and the sea to the right with the mountains in the distance
from high looking over the tops of palm trees with the beach stretching away to the mountains in the distance at sunset with pink clouds high in the sky
sandy beach stretching away with tyre tracks and a white tall wooden lifeguard tower in the centre
on the beach looking over the top of a thatched sun umbrella and a line of thatched umbrellas and the lifeguard tower beyond
looking down onto beach and sea beyond at dusk with a wooden shed in the bottom right hand corner on the sand
looking along the sandy shoreline with the mountain in the distance
looking through the trunks and leaves of some palm trees onto lovely golden white sand and blue sea beyond
two red tables side by side with white chairs and picket fence behind and restaurant building behind and palm tree to the right
wide sandy beach with a few sunbathers to the right
close up of zona naturista sign which lists symbols telling people the norms of the beach
looking down onto a crowded sandy beach of multi colored sun umbrellas on a hot day with the sparkling blue sea beyond
yellow lifeguard tower with rows of empty sunbeds and parasols on a snady beach before the crowds arrive
looking out to sea over the top of a palm leaf there is a ship on the horizon
from the shoreline looking across the water at dawn while the sun rises on the horizon and the buoys float on the water
Arial view of the resort looking down on the beach side apartments the beach and the blue sea
a single bushy palm tree in a massive planter with a purple border on a sandy beach it looks windy
a group of thatched sun parasols at dawn with the orange sun rising in the sky and reflecting on the sea behind
a small crowd of naken people in running shoes in a public street
a huge crowd of naked people running into the sea
about ten people on a sandy beach on what looks like a hot day playing tug of war
taken from behind a lone person walks naked along the shoreline
taken from behind a couple walk naked along the shoreline
At sunset looking from the terrace across the tops of palm trees looking down the stretch of beach with the mountains in the distance all in orange and red colours
lovely white powdery looking sand stretches ahead with a mountain in the distance
a crowd of people on the beach naked ready to go in the sea while some non partakers are clothed
three beach huts in lovely vibrant colours from left blue white and yellow
close up of surf lapping on sandy shoreline
paved pathway through reed marsh and trees leads to wild looking beach beyond
a close up of generous looking sand freshly raked and golden with the rest of the beach in the background
a close up of a single flag pole on freshly raked sand with the rest of the beach in the background
a close up of rolling surf as it meets the shoreline
a crickety looking wooden board walk with plants either side leading to the beach in the distance
the rolling surf is coming towards you while beyond on the horizon there is a ship at sea
on the expanse of sand is a single abandoned looking white rowing boat
a huge wide expanse of sandy beach with footprints all over it
lovely smooth sand going down to the shore while on the left are apartments on the beach
a single metal shower on the sand looking out to sea
picture demonstrates how long and sandy the naturist beach is
a street scene with a lamp post and a sign on it saying zona naturista
a street scene with a lamp post and a sign on it saying zona naturista
a big sign explains the norms and rules of the naturist beach
right on the beach a carpet of beautiful pink flowers grown in the sand and you can see the pirate bar on the beach in the distance
a couple are walking naked along the sandy beach
taken from above looking down onto the sandy beach with lots of people sunbathing and enjoying the beach
thatched sun parasols in a row on the sand and in the distant corner you can just see the edge of the wooden pirate bar
the naturist hotel is directly on the sand to the right and the beach stretches for miles in the distance
an empty beach before the crowds arrive with the lifeguard tower standing centre stage
sun beds and parasols on the sand with a few naked people wandering along the shore line
three rows of sun beds turned on their sides leaning against the parasols while the dawn sun shines on them
a few trees growing in the sand with a blue and yellow beach hut in the middle and the beach beyond
close up of a huge dish of paella on a white table cloth
a view taken from above of the beach looking north and there are lots of people sunbathing and enjoying themselves
a view taken from above of the beach looking south and on the shoreline all you can see is lots of coloured parasols
a quiet beach but the soft sand on the shoreline and mild water look so inviting
a lonely looking lifeguard tower but the sea looks calm and there are two ships on the horizon
a quiet beach with a lifeguard tower and hut but there are plenty of footsteps in the sand
from high up looking right down the beach to the mountains at sunset and the sky is on fire with orange and pink colours
an empty beach on a winters day but it still looks warm because the sky and sea are blue
sea splashes gently against the rocks and you can see the whole sweep of the bay
it looks like you are on the deck of a pirate ship looking out to sea but it is actually the deck of the pirate bar on the beach
looking down onto a long sandy beach stretching south
looking down onto a long sandy beach and a wooden beach bar at the waters edge and the water is blue and sparkling and there are two ships on the horizon
people enjoying the sandy beach and the sea looks warm and inviting
the sandy beach stretched north and the sea and sky are blue and there are people sunbathing on the beach
taken from the shoreline the sun rises on the horizon and sends a bolt of orange across the sea
looking out across the sea at dawn with orange and yellow sky and three ships on the horizon
looking down onto the beach and a wooden beach bar at the shoreline and the sea reflects the blue and pink sky at dusk
looking down onto the beach and the sea reflects the blue and pink sky
looking down onto the beach and the wooden beach bar at the shoreline where the surf is breaking at the waters edge
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Just outside the naturist zone but still within walking distance is a large supermarket and more bars, restaurants and shops – so everything you need is always close at hand. 

Across the road from ‘Consum’ (supermarket) is the Salinas, a wetland area and haven for birdlife including Flamingos and other migrating species.  

Regular cheap bus services take you further afield if you wish to explore the area which is rich in history and culture.
view across the salt salinas with clumps of reeds and modern development in the distance
Vera Playa in action! The Guiness Book of World Records Skinny Dip successful attempt - a must see!

Other places close by and ready to explore!

Garrucha
This port and seaside town is about 3 miles from Vera Playa. You can walk there along the beach (clothing required once out of the naturist zone) or alternatively there is a regular bus service to and from Vera Playa. 

There is an excellent market on Fridays and lots of small shops, banks, pharmacies and a large Mercadona supermarket.

There are many fish restaurants worth trying on the main esplanade thanks to the thriving fishing fleet operating from the port.

Mojácar

About 6 miles or 15 minutes drive away from Vera Playa, further along the coast, is the holiday resort of Mojácar Playa with plenty of bars, shops and restaurants on a strip that seems to stretch for miles! This can also be accessed by bus from Vera Playa.  

Backing Mojácar Playa, in the mountains, is the dazzling, pretty, white village of Mojácar Pueblo, which dates back over 5000 years. The views from up here are breathtaking! You can see the Pueblo in the distance from the naturist beach at Vera Playa.  

The Pueblo is a maze of Moorish arches, narrow, winding, cobbled streets and stairways climbing up and down the steep mountainside. Full of artisan shops and commercial and artistic life by day and a lively meeting point with bars and restaurants at night. Can be quite bustling in the evening in summer.  

A bus service runs up to the Pueblo from Mojácar Playa.

Vera Pueblo

Vera town (pueblo) about 6 miles inland and is the main commercial centre of the area.

Saturday is market day and is visited by locals and tourists alike from the surrounding towns and villages.

It's a curious little town and we've become quite fond of it.

Go to the main square, the Plaza Mayor, and enjoy the noteworthy buildings - some dating back to the 16th Century. 

The church is beautiful and worth a look inside.  Put a euro in the slot and the church altar - made of Canadian pine - will instantly light up for you. 

Be charmed by the old folk taking shade under the manicured trees in the town square while chatting away with their fellow seniors. 
Villaricos
A five minute drive from Vera Playa (or a nice walk) is this quiet seaside village, with a small fishing harbour, marina and promenade where you will find a few bars and restaurants. 

A diving school is located here. 

Speaking personally, the Villaricos market every Sunday in the square, is our favourite.  It is both charming and lively. 
Gabo de Gata nature reserve
The natural park covers over 34,000 hectares and is the largest coastal nature park in Andalucía.

It has many stunningly beautiful coves and beaches to explore many of which are naturist friendly. 

Explore the abandoned gold mines at Rodalquilar, or wonder at the stunning scenery. 

There are wonderful seaside towns and villages to visit too, such as the charming Agua Amarga, San Jose, Carboneras and Isleta del Moro. 

I know we're in Spain, but having a coffee at the little restaurant on the slipway at Isleta del Moro always feels like a Greek Shirley Valentine moment! 

Inland mountain routes

We are blessed to have beautiful ...

...mountain ranges within daytrippable distance of VP. It's definitely worth hiring a car to explore the Sierras Alhamilla, Cabrera, Filabres, Estancias and Las Alpujarras. Some highlights within easy reach of VP include the Bedar-Lubrín-Uleila route, the Lucaneina-Nijar route and a visit to Santuario del Saliente.
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Mini Hollywood
Just outside the village of Tabernas, is the film set known as 'Mini Hollywood', which was used for film epics such as 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly'.

Cowboy shows are held here throughout the summer season and is worth a visit if you are a fan of cowboy films!
man dressed as cowboy on chestnut horse galloping towards you with western set in background

Almería City

Almería city is the province’s coastal capital and has a massive ancient fortress, the Alcazaba. This dates back over 1000 years and was used as the region’s main observation point looking over the Mediterranean Sea. 

Almería also has a charming Old Quarter, with squares and tapas bars as well as a chic, cosmopolitan centre with comprehensive shopping facilities and pretty parks. 

Explore the stunning cathedral or follow the Lonely Planet Guide to the city's best places for tapas. 


Águilas
A 35-minute drive up the coast from Vera Playa, Águilas is a substantial seaside town that boasts considerable attractions and is definitely worth a visit.

Expansive sands, a string of coves, a charming square, numerous promenade-side eateries, a castle, marina and excellent shopping, Águilas has something for everyone. 
marina with lots of small boats moored up

In summary

The whole region is full of history, culture, nature and an amazing landscape. 

There are far too many places to mention here that you could visit while on your stay in Vera Playa, so for more sources of local information please see both our Links and galleries sections for some inspiration.

As featured in British Naturism (BN) Magazine! 
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