Cala Sa Boadella, Lloret: the prettiest naturist cove 2026

Cala Sa Boadella is, without much argument, the prettiest natural cove in Lloret de Mar. Small, framed by Mediterranean pine, with no direct car access, and water that stays transparent most of the summer. It’s also the only officially naturist beach in the municipality, although swimwear is fine too (the strictly naturist section is at the far left as you face the sea).

This guide covers the practical side: how to get there, what to expect, the local etiquette and the details most visitors only learn the hard way.

If you’re still weighing up beaches, have a look first at the best beaches in Lloret de Mar.

Why Sa Boadella stands out

Three real reasons:

1. It’s isolated inside the municipal boundary. No direct car park, which filters out the flip-flops-and-cool-box crowd. The people who turn up are the ones who wanted to get there.
2. The setting is intact. Pine cliffs, no buildings in sight. It’s inside a protected natural area.
3. Blue Flag water quality. Sandy bottom, even depth, no visible pollution.

A fourth factor: the mixed naturist/swimwear character makes the atmosphere calmer and more respectful than at a conventional beach. The crowd is mostly adults and couples; loud groups are rare.

How to get there

On foot from Fenals (the classic route)

15–20 minutes along a coast path. You start at the southern end of Fenals beach and head up — surfaced path at first, then dirt. Moderate gradient, partial shade under the pines. Closed-toe footwear recommended.

On foot via the Camí de Ronda (the scenic route)

25–30 minutes from the centre of Lloret along the southern section of the Camí de Ronda. Longer but with better views. You can also reach it from the Riviera development via a separate path.

By car

There’s no car park at Sa Boadella itself. Realistic options:

• Park at Fenals (paid in summer) and walk down for 15 min
• Free roadside parking on the GI-682 (Riviera development area) and walk down a path for 20 min
• If you’re coming from the centre of Lloret by car, better to leave the car at Fenals and finish on foot

By scooter or moped

Same strategy: park at Fenals or by the road and finish on foot. A scooter gives you more parking flexibility but the final stretch is still on foot.

Naturist etiquette (practical summary)

Sa Boadella is officially naturist but the reality is mixed:

• Central section of the cove: mixed, most people in swimwear.
• Far left section (as you face the sea): mostly naturist.

Unwritten rules that matter:

1. Don’t strip off in the mixed section if no-one around is doing it. And the other way: if you walk into the naturist section dressed, either undress or move to the swimwear area.
2. No photos without explicit permission, especially with people in shot. Discretion all the way.
3. Same-sex couples absolutely welcome — the atmosphere is genuinely relaxed.
4. Families with kids can come, but assume you’ll see nude bodies. If that’s a problem, Fenals is the call.
5. It’s not a pickup spot. Mediterranean naturism here is about being unbothered in the sun, not about flirting.

Services at the cove

Service	Available
Beach bar	Yes, small, in season (June–September)
Toilets	Yes, next to the beach bar
Showers	No (only at Fenals)
Lifeguard	Yes (mainly July–August)
Parasol hire	No
Wi-Fi	No
Reduced-mobility access	No (stepped path)

Bring everything you need, water especially. The beach bar gets a queue at peak hour and the prices are tourist-grade.

Best time to go

Period	What to expect
June	Excellent, few visitors, water at 21–22 °C
July weekdays	Good, afternoon less full
July weekends	Busy
August weekdays	Busy but bearable
August weekends	Saturated
September	Magnificent all month, empties out again
May / October	Pure nature, no services

Honest pick: June or September, mid-morning (10:00–13:00). You arrive with partial shade, swim, eat something at the bar or bring a picnic.

What to bring

• Large towel (no sun loungers to hire)
• Parasol or sarong (no rental either)
• Plenty of water (at least 2 L per person in August)
• Sandwiches or fruit (most practical)
• 30+ sunscreen with reapplications
• Closed-toe shoes for the path
• A bag for rubbish (no bins at the cove)

Access by sea

Sa Boadella is fine for anchoring if you’re arriving by boat. Depth 3–7 metres, sandy bottom with patches of posidonia seagrass (mind those when anchoring). Respect the marked swimming zone. If you have a boat, it’s one of the unmissable stops on the Lloret stretch.

Combine with other plans

• Full Camí de Ronda walk: Sa Boadella is a natural stop between Fenals and the next cove (Sa Caleta). Set off at 9:00, swim stop at Sa Boadella, lunch at the bar, walk back via the other end.
• Sa Boadella day + Santa Clotilde Gardens: the modernist gardens are 20 minutes’ walk north. A clean nature + culture combination.

Frequently asked questions

Is naturism compulsory at Sa Boadella? No. It’s permitted, not required. The cove is mixed in practice.

Are there supervisors or lifeguards? Yes in peak season (June–September). Outside that, no.

Can I bring children? Yes, no issue. Just assume the setting is mixed and prep the kids if they might be startled. Most children don’t make anything of it.

Is there mobile coverage? Limited. The cove is shielded by cliffs and the signal drops. Carry offline maps if you need them.

Can you camp or stay overnight? No. It’s a protected natural area and both are forbidden.

In short

Sa Boadella is, in a single cove, everything the Costa Brava does best: nature, clear water, accessible isolation and a grown-up, respectful atmosphere that most built-up beaches lost long ago. The walk-only access is what keeps it that way — long may it stay that way.

For more spots in the same vein, follow on to the hidden coves of Lloret or to the Camí de Ronda beach by beach, which links 4 or 5 coves in a single walk.