Naaktstrand Ameland
Nude beach in Friesland, Netherlands
Naaktstrand Ameland is a clothing-optional beach in Friesland, Netherlands. The sea is warmest in August at about 18°C (65°F) and coolest in February (5°C (41°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 18°C (64°F). There are 3 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Naaktstrandje Groene Ster (28 km (17 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Naaktstrand Ameland
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C | 6°C | 89 mm |
| February | 4°C | 5°C | 70 mm |
| March | 5°C | 6°C | 58 mm |
| April | 8°C | 8°C | 42 mm |
| May | 12°C | 11°C | 59 mm |
| June | 15°C | 14°C | 67 mm |
| July | 17°C | 17°C | 82 mm |
| August | 18°C | 18°C | 96 mm |
| September | 16°C | 17°C | 74 mm |
| October | 13°C | 14°C | 85 mm |
| November | 9°C | 11°C | 86 mm |
| December | 6°C | 8°C | 92 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 53.46453, 5.86236 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Netherlands?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Naaktstrand Ameland
- 1Naaktstrandje Groene Ster nude beach · FrieslandOfficialSea 18°C in August
- 2Oosterstrand nude beach · FrieslandToleratedSea 18°C in August
- 3Balg nude beach · FrieslandToleratedSea 18°C in August
- 4De Waterlelie naturist sauna or spa · GroningenClothing optional
- 5Natuurhuis De Onlanden clothing-optional hotel · DrentheCustomary
- 6Naturistenterrein Buorkerij naturist campground · FrieslandOfficial
- 7Hoornse Plas Naaktstrand nude beach · GroningenClothing optionalSea 19°C in August
- 8FKK-Gelände naturist park or area · Lower SaxonyClothing optional
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
Is Naaktstrand Ameland clothing optional?
Naaktstrand Ameland is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in Netherlands before you go.
How warm is the water at Naaktstrand Ameland?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 5°C (41°F) to 18°C (65°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Naaktstrand Ameland?
The closest are Naaktstrandje Groene Ster (28 km (17 mi)), Oosterstrand (28 km (17 mi)) and Balg (33 km (21 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.