Platja de Cal Francès
Platja de Cal Francès is a well-known naturist beach in Barcelona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (78°F) and coolest in February (13°C (56°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 25°C (76°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Platja de la Pineda de Viladecans (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de Cal Francès
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C | 14°C | 34 mm |
| February | 8°C | 13°C | 32 mm |
| March | 11°C | 14°C | 43 mm |
| April | 14°C | 15°C | 50 mm |
| May | 17°C | 17°C | 49 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 27 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 24°C | 28 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 26°C | 41 mm |
| September (best) | 21°C | 24°C | 59 mm |
| October | 17°C | 21°C | 70 mm |
| November | 12°C | 18°C | 54 mm |
| December | 8°C | 15°C | 31 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DEL REMOLAR-PINEDA DE CAN FRANC?S PM1
- Coordinates: 41.27460, 2.06320 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Spain?
- 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 Platja de Cal Francès
- 1Platja de la Pineda de Viladecans nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 2Platja del Remolar nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Barceloneta Beach nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberListedSea 25°C in August
- 4cala Morisca nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Platja de la Mar Bella nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberOfficialSea 25°C in August
- 6el Balmí Gran nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Platja dels Balmins nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Platja de la Mora nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°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
Is Platja de Cal Francès clothing optional?
Platja de Cal Francès is listed as "known naturist place" according to Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. 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 Spain before you go.
When is the best time to visit Platja de Cal Francès?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 7°C (45°F).
How warm is the water at Platja de Cal Francès?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (56°F) to 26°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Platja de Cal Francès?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DEL REMOLAR-PINEDA DE CAN FRANC?S PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de Cal Francès?
The closest are Platja de la Pineda de Viladecans (0.5 km (0.3 mi)), Platja del Remolar (1.3 km (0.8 mi)) and Barceloneta Beach (16 km (9.8 mi)).
Sources
Status from Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28119518 · All data sources and licenses.