Is Public Nudity Legal in Luxembourg?
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The status is unclear: we found no official source stating whether simple nudity in public is lawful in Luxembourg. Article 385 of the Penal Code punishes anyone who 'publicly outraged morals by actions that offend modesty', and organised naturism takes place at private grounds and campsites.[1][3]
Main provision: Code pénal, art. 385 (outrage public aux bonnes mœurs)
Designated nude beaches or tolerance?
No designated nude beach or lake area is documented in the sources we found.
Private naturist clubs and resorts
The Luxembourg naturist federation (FeLuNat) lists the club SLNL, which has a private ground near Luxembourg City, the naturist campsite Camping de Reenert, and Camping Bleesbruck, which has a separate nudist area.[2][3]
Penalties
Article 385 sets 8 days to 3 years' imprisonment and a fine of EUR 251 to 25,000. No source we found says how it applies to simple nudity.[1]
Official naturist places in Luxembourg
Places NudistMap lists as officially designated or naturist-only. Status comes from open data; check each place page.
Frequently asked questions
Is public nudity legal in Luxembourg?
The status is unclear: we found no official source stating whether simple nudity in public is lawful in Luxembourg. Article 385 of the Penal Code punishes anyone who 'publicly outraged morals by actions that offend modesty', and organised naturism takes place at private grounds and campsites.
Are there official nude beaches in Luxembourg?
No designated nude beach or lake area is documented in the sources we found.
Is nudity allowed at private naturist clubs in Luxembourg?
The Luxembourg naturist federation (FeLuNat) lists the club SLNL, which has a private ground near Luxembourg City, the naturist campsite Camping de Reenert, and Camping Bleesbruck, which has a separate nudist area.
What is the penalty for public nudity in Luxembourg?
Article 385 sets 8 days to 3 years' imprisonment and a fine of EUR 251 to 25,000. No source we found says how it applies to simple nudity.
Sources
- Code pénal (consolidated 19.12.2025), art. 385 (Legilux) (statute)
- INF-FNI: Luxembourgish Naturist Federation (federation)
- Fédération Luxembourgeoise de Naturisme (FeLuNat) (federation)
This page summarises the law for travellers and is not legal advice. Laws, local bylaws and enforcement change; follow local signs and check the sources below. Last checked 31 October 2026.