platja de la Desenrocada
Nude beach in Barcelona, Spain · also known as Cala dels Gegants
platja de la Desenrocada is a clothing-optional 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 August at 25°C (77°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Cala Xica (0.3 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at platja de la Desenrocada
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C | 14°C | 31 mm |
| February | 11°C | 13°C | 30 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 40 mm |
| April | 15°C | 15°C | 47 mm |
| May | 18°C | 17°C | 47 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 22 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 24°C | 22 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 26°C | 40 mm |
| September (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 61 mm |
| October | 20°C | 21°C | 70 mm |
| November | 15°C | 18°C | 50 mm |
| December | 12°C | 15°C | 26 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 41.22000, 1.76359 · 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 la Desenrocada
- 1Cala Xica nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Platja de l'Home Mort nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Platja del Gaspar nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4platja de Rosés nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Platja de Sant Gervasi nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Platja de l'Aiguadolç nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7el Balmí Gran nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Platja dels Balmins nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°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 la Desenrocada clothing optional?
platja de la Desenrocada is listed as "clothing optional" according to Sitges Turisme (Ajuntament de Sitges): Desenrocada Beach. Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in Spain before you go.
When is the best time to visit platja de la Desenrocada?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 11°C (52°F).
How warm is the water at platja de la Desenrocada?
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.
What other naturist places are near platja de la Desenrocada?
The closest are Cala Xica (0.3 km (0.2 mi)), Platja de l'Home Mort (0.3 km (0.2 mi)) and Platja del Gaspar (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Sitges Turisme (Ajuntament de Sitges): Desenrocada Beach (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q115632362 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.