Nude Beaches in Israel
NudistMap lists 5 nude beaches in Israel, covering clothing-optional beaches and naturist beaches. Most are in Central, Haifa and Southern. In August the sea at these spots is typically around 28°C (83°F).
Nude Beaches by region
All nude beaches in Israel
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- 1Princess Beach nude beach · Southern · best April to NovemberToleratedSea 28°C in August
- 2Apollonia Beach nude beach · Central · best May to NovemberToleratedSea 28°C in August
- 3Volcano Beach nude beach · Central · best May to NovemberToleratedSea 28°C in August
- 4Shefayim Beach nude beach · Central · best May to NovemberToleratedSea 28°C in August
- 5Atlit Beach nude beach · Haifa · best May to NovemberToleratedSea 28°C in August
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
How many nude beaches are in Israel?
NudistMap currently lists 5 nude beaches in Israel. 0 are officially designated or naturist-only; the rest are clothing optional by custom or tolerance.
What are the best-known nude beaches in Israel?
The most documented are Princess Beach, Apollonia Beach, Volcano Beach, based on how much open data, encyclopedia coverage and visitor information exists for each.
When is the sea warm enough for swimming in Israel?
At most beaches here, the sea averages 21 °C or more in May to November. See sea temperatures by month for what counts as warm.
When should I visit Israel?
Climate averages suggest April to November for Princess Beach. Each place page has a month-by-month chart.
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Guides
- What is naturism?What naturism means, how it differs from nudism and FKK, where it is legal and what to expect at a naturist beach, resort or sauna for the first time.
- Nude beach etiquetteThe unwritten rules of nude and clothing-optional beaches: photos, towels, staring, couples, kids and what to do if someone breaks the rules.
- Your first nude beachHow to choose a first nude beach, what to pack, when to undress and how to feel at ease. Practical tips for first-time naturists, couples and families.
- When to goHow warm the sea is at nude beaches through the year, based on NOAA climate data, and which regions stay warm into autumn and winter.