Platja d'en Ballesta
Platja d'en Ballesta is a clothing-optional beach in Girona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (72°F) and coolest in February (13°C (55°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 24°C (75°F), and the best time to visit is June to August. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Platja de s'Alqueria (0.2 km (0.1 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja d'en Ballesta
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 13°C | 53 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 41 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 55 mm |
| April | 14°C | 14°C | 65 mm |
| May | 17°C | 16°C | 54 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 19°C | 30 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 21°C | 26 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 29 mm |
| September | 20°C | 21°C | 48 mm |
| October | 17°C | 18°C | 81 mm |
| November | 12°C | 16°C | 61 mm |
| December | 9°C | 14°C | 42 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 42.29730, 3.28847 · 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 d'en Ballesta
- 1Platja de s'Alqueria nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Platja d'en Noues nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustToleratedSea 22°C in August
- 3Platja de Sant Lluís nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 4Platja d'en Pere Fet nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 5Platja de sa Conca nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 6Platja de Cala Bona nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 7Platja de ses Ielles nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustToleratedSea 22°C in August
- 8Platja Gran de Cala Jugadora nude beach · Girona · best June 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 Platja d'en Ballesta clothing optional?
Platja d'en Ballesta 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 Spain before you go.
When is the best time to visit Platja d'en Ballesta?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to August. July averages 24°C (75°F) and January 9°C (47°F).
How warm is the water at Platja d'en Ballesta?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 22°C (72°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Platja d'en Ballesta?
The closest are Platja de s'Alqueria (0.2 km (0.1 mi)), Platja d'en Noues (1.1 km (0.7 mi)) and Platja de Sant Lluís (1.1 km (0.7 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q24021762 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.