Naaktstrandje Groene Ster
Nude beach in Friesland, Netherlands
Naaktstrandje Groene Ster is an officially designated 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). EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Naaktstrand Ameland (28 km (17 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Naaktstrandje Groene Ster
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C | 6°C | 78 mm |
| February | 3°C | 5°C | 62 mm |
| March | 5°C | 6°C | 53 mm |
| April | 9°C | 8°C | 40 mm |
| May | 12°C | 11°C | 59 mm |
| June | 16°C | 15°C | 65 mm |
| July | 18°C | 17°C | 81 mm |
| August | 18°C | 18°C | 89 mm |
| September | 15°C | 17°C | 68 mm |
| October | 12°C | 14°C | 75 mm |
| November | 8°C | 11°C | 74 mm |
| December | 5°C | 8°C | 79 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Website: groenesterleeuwarden.nl
- Bathing water profile: LYTSE WIELEN, LEEUWARDEN
- Coordinates: 53.21329, 5.86411 · 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 Naaktstrandje Groene Ster
- 1Naaktstrand Ameland nude beach · FrieslandClothing optionalSea 18°C in August
- 2Naturistenterrein Buorkerij naturist campground · FrieslandOfficial
- 3De Waterlelie naturist sauna or spa · GroningenClothing optional
- 4Naturistenterrein Kuinderloo naturist campground · FrieslandOfficial
- 5De Appelhof naturist campground · FrieslandClothing optional
- 6Oosterstrand nude beach · FrieslandToleratedSea 18°C in August
- 7Natuurhuis De Onlanden clothing-optional hotel · DrentheCustomary
- 8Naturistencamping De Mierenhoop naturist campground · DrentheClothing 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 Naaktstrandje Groene Ster clothing optional?
Naaktstrandje Groene Ster is listed as "official clothing-optional area" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=designated). 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 Naaktstrandje Groene Ster?
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.
Is the water clean at Naaktstrandje Groene Ster?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (LYTSE WIELEN, LEEUWARDEN) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Naaktstrandje Groene Ster?
The closest are Naaktstrand Ameland (28 km (17 mi)), Naturistenterrein Buorkerij (32 km (20 mi)) and De Waterlelie (34 km (21 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=designated). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.