Eretzin Zabala
Eretzin Zabala is a well-known naturist beach in Gipuzkoa, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (72°F) and coolest in February (12°C (54°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 21°C (69°F), and the best time to visit is July to August. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Sisurko (1.5 km (0.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Eretzin Zabala
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 13°C | 126 mm |
| February | 9°C | 12°C | 95 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 90 mm |
| April | 13°C | 14°C | 86 mm |
| May | 15°C | 16°C | 82 mm |
| June | 18°C | 19°C | 68 mm |
| July (best) | 20°C | 21°C | 48 mm |
| August (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 51 mm |
| September | 19°C | 21°C | 64 mm |
| October | 17°C | 18°C | 94 mm |
| November | 12°C | 16°C | 149 mm |
| December | 10°C | 14°C | 117 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 43.36980, -1.86150 · 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 Eretzin Zabala
- 1Sisurko nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 2Azabaratza nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 3Artzuportu nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 4Errota Sein nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 5Kapelaundi nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 6Murgita nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 7Plage des Deux Jumeaux nude beach · Pyrenees-Atlantics · best July to AugustToleratedSea 22°C in August
- 8Zurriola beach nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°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 Eretzin Zabala clothing optional?
Eretzin Zabala 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 Eretzin Zabala?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to August. July averages 20°C (68°F) and January 9°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Eretzin Zabala?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 12°C (54°F) to 22°C (72°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Eretzin Zabala?
The closest are Sisurko (1.5 km (0.9 mi)), Azabaratza (2.9 km (1.8 mi)) and Artzuportu (3.5 km (2.2 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 Q28119593 · All data sources and licenses.