Platja de la Rostella
Platja de la Rostella is a clothing-optional beach in Girona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 23°C (73°F) and coolest in February (13°C (55°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 24°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 Cala Murtra (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de la Rostella
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 13°C | 52 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 44 mm |
| March | 12°C | 13°C | 60 mm |
| April | 14°C | 14°C | 71 mm |
| May | 17°C | 16°C | 63 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 19°C | 35 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 34 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 23°C | 37 mm |
| September (best) | 21°C | 21°C | 58 mm |
| October | 18°C | 18°C | 91 mm |
| November | 13°C | 16°C | 65 mm |
| December | 10°C | 14°C | 42 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA CALA MONTJOI PM1
- Coordinates: 42.24392, 3.22624 · 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 Rostella
- 1Cala Murtra nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 2Cala Lladó nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 3Platja del Canadell nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 4Platja de Sa Sabolla nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 5Platja de sa Conca nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 6Platja d'en Pere Fet nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 7Platja d'en Ballesta nude beach · Girona · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 8Platja de s'Alqueria 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 de la Rostella clothing optional?
Platja de la Rostella 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 de la Rostella?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 24°C (76°F) and January 9°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Platja de la Rostella?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 23°C (73°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Platja de la Rostella?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA CALA MONTJOI PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de la Rostella?
The closest are Cala Murtra (0.5 km (0.3 mi)), Cala Lladó (0.9 km (0.6 mi)) and Platja del Canadell (2.2 km (1.4 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 Q24021776 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.