Strand Kralingse Plas
Nude beach in South Holland, Netherlands
Strand Kralingse Plas is a clothing-optional beach in South Holland, Netherlands. The sea is warmest in August at about 19°C (66°F) and coolest in February (5°C (42°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 18°C (65°F). EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Zevenhuizerplas Naaktstrandje (5.8 km (3.6 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Strand Kralingse Plas
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C | 6°C | 77 mm |
| February | 4°C | 5°C | 65 mm |
| March | 6°C | 6°C | 55 mm |
| April | 9°C | 9°C | 38 mm |
| May | 13°C | 12°C | 56 mm |
| June | 16°C | 15°C | 62 mm |
| July | 18°C | 18°C | 78 mm |
| August | 18°C | 19°C | 87 mm |
| September | 16°C | 18°C | 70 mm |
| October | 12°C | 15°C | 79 mm |
| November | 8°C | 11°C | 81 mm |
| December | 5°C | 8°C | 85 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: KRALINGSE PLAS
- Coordinates: 51.94102, 4.51187 · 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 Strand Kralingse Plas
- 1Zevenhuizerplas Naaktstrandje nude beach · South HollandOfficialSea 19°C in August
- 2Naturisten Camping Abtswoudse Hoeve naturist campground · South HollandClothing optional
- 3Berkenwoude naturist campground · South HollandOfficial
- 4Naaktrecreatie "HOP" naturist park or area · South HollandClothing optional
- 5Noord Aa nude beach · South HollandOfficial
- 6Vlietland nude beach · South HollandClothing optional
- 7De Bessenhof naturist campground · South HollandClothing optional
- 8Thermen Binnenmaas naturist sauna or spa · South HollandNaturist only
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 Strand Kralingse Plas clothing optional?
Strand Kralingse Plas 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 Strand Kralingse Plas?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 5°C (42°F) to 19°C (66°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Strand Kralingse Plas?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (KRALINGSE PLAS) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Strand Kralingse Plas?
The closest are Zevenhuizerplas Naaktstrandje (5.8 km (3.6 mi)), Naturisten Camping Abtswoudse Hoeve (9.4 km (5.8 mi)) and Berkenwoude (13 km (7.8 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.