The Best Nude Beaches in Tuscany: From Official Zones to Wild open Spaces

When we think of Tuscany, we think of its famous hills, vineyards, villages and towns that seem to be always crowded in the summer, but the coastline has a different story to tell. The atmosphere becomes much quieter, the sands stretch out and large parts of it seem completely ignored by the tourists that are so typical of the region.

We had the luxury of spending days moving up and down the coast, trying to find the beaches of which Google had told us that we probably would be able to get naked there. If you’ve ever researched nude beaches on Google, you know that the info isn’t always accurate. Yet, we found an interesting list of fun, sometimes off the beaten track places, where no bathing suit was part of the dress code.

Lecciona, between Viareggio and Torre del Lago, was one of the most beautiful beaches of this trip. The mountains behind the coastline create a cinematic feel. There is lots of paid parking along the main coastal road, and a short path over the dunes leads to a busy stretch of free beach. It attracts a mixed crowd, including many who enjoy a clothes-free day.

To find the nude section, walk left along the shoreline until the crowd thins and the first naked beachgoers appear. The demographic here was predominantly male during our visit, which sets a particular atmosphere. Especially when they spy on each other like KGB agents do (we imagine, we’ve never met a KGB agent before). However, moving away from the main access points makes it easier to find a quiet spot on the sand. Lecciona is beautiful and accessible, and definitely one of the busier locations in this overview.

Punta Corvo near Montemarcello deserves a quick mention as well, although we’re not 100% sure if it’s actually a nude beach. The landscape is rough, and reaching the shore involves a hike with a steep descent. During our visit, the official trail was closed due to rockslides, so we could only appreciate it from afar. When the trail reopens, it may be a good example of how remoteness naturally creates space for clothes-free time. If you have more info about the nude status of this beach, please let us know.

Near San Vincenzo, Nido dell’Aquila is one of the few places in Tuscany with clear signs allowing nude sunbathing. This clarity sets a relaxing tone for a beach day. We parked along the main road, where hourly rates apply, and followed forest paths toward the sound of the sea. Blue dots on the trees help guide the way, though every trail eventually leads to the beach.

The nude stretch lies between two clothed zones, which is something we found curious for Italy. If you prefer to avoid being too close to bathing suits, better choose a spot right in the middle. The beach itself is natural and straightforward, lacking facilities, which means you’ll need to bring your own water, shade, and anything else for the day. The forest backdrop and wide sand created a laid-back feeling, making this one of the most agreeable nude beaches in Tuscany.

Macchiatonda, next to Lago di Burano, blends convenience with a more rustic feel. There is roadside parking and a small paid car park. A short trail takes you through the dunes to the water. Facing the sea, turn left passing a couple of beach bars where you can have a quick pit stop if necessary. These are the only facilities in the whole area, offering drinks, showers, and toilets.

This beach is not an officially designated nude zone. Instead, the clothes-free area forms gradually. The further left we walked, the more people were naked. The sand here is darker than at many other Tuscan beaches and gets hot quickly, so a pair of sandals is not a bad idea. Driftwood is everywhere, and we saw several wooden shelters built by previous visitors.

Marina di Bibbona was more complex. It is known as a semi-popular nude beach, but the vibe was not quite what we hoped for. The activity in the bushes did not match the peaceful and respectful environment we look for during a clothes-free day. Staying close to the waterline helped keep things more relaxed, but compared with the other beaches in this overview, it was not one we felt eager to return to.

Marina di Alberese was our personal highlight. Located inside Parco della Maremma, it has this kind of spacious, raw coastline that makes a clothes-free day feel completely natural. Coming early is important, since the main parking area fills quickly. If that lot is full, some roadside parking is available.

Facing the sea, turn left and start walking. Here too, the edges of the nude area shift depending on how many visitors arrive on a given day, as there is no officially marked nude zone. The general rule is simple: the further you walk, the calmer it typically becomes. Driftwood structures appear all along the shoreline, built by previous beachgoers and shaped by the tides.

We found that Marina di Alberese offered exactly the kind of freedom and quiet we seek on a long beach day. The landscape feels untouched, and the scale of the beach allows everyone to spread out. It is easy to spend hours here without thinking about clothes at all.

This long natural stretch is essentially the quiet end of the extensive Grosseto beach. It is best accessed by using one of the forest parkings. Parking in town would add a very long and fairly monotonous walk along a service road. From the forest, it took us about ten minutes to reach the sand.

Once we arrived, we turned away from any beach bars or busy paths and walked toward the emptier sections. Spiaggia delle Marze is not an official nude beach, but its size and relative emptiness make going naked very easy. The further we moved from the main access points, the more we felt as if we had the entire coast to ourselves. This is a good beach for those who enjoy long, quiet walks followed by a peaceful clothes-free swim.

Feniglia forms a six-kilometre sandbar linking the mainland to Monte Argentario. It sits entirely inside a protected nature reserve and offers a very remote feel. Limited parking is available near Ansedonia, but the better option is to rent a bicycle and ride through the shaded forest track.

The beach is broad, open, and dotted with large pieces of driftwood. Nudity is common away from the busier access points. Because everything here encourages slow travel, we spent a lot of time simply enjoying the long forest ride and the sense of isolation once we reached the quieter stretches of sand. Feniglia is ideal for those who want a full-day nature experience with minimal structure and few distractions.

Exploring the Tuscan coastline through its nude-friendly beaches gave us a new understanding of the region. If we wanted a guaranteed and clearly marked nude area, Nido dell’Aquila was the easiest choice. If we preferred space, long walks, and a wilder feel, Marina di Alberese delivered that in abundance. For those in search of solitude, Feniglia and Spiaggia delle Marze created the sense of being far from everything.

It is this mixture of landscapes and atmospheres that makes the region such an appealing destination for a clothes-free adventure and a welcome getaway from the crowds in Pisa or Florence or the museums and wineries.