L'Arbre del Gos
L'Arbre del Gos is a clothing-optional beach in Valencia, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (79°F) and coolest in February (14°C (57°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 26°C (79°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 7 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Platja del Saler (2.5 km (1.6 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at L'Arbre del Gos
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 14°C | 30 mm |
| February | 9°C | 14°C | 25 mm |
| March | 12°C | 14°C | 40 mm |
| April | 14°C | 16°C | 42 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 38 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 21 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 25°C | 9 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 18 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 25°C | 49 mm |
| October | 18°C | 22°C | 44 mm |
| November | 12°C | 19°C | 46 mm |
| December | 9°C | 16°C | 33 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DE L'ARBRE DEL GOS PM1
- Coordinates: 39.40430, -0.33060 · 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 L'Arbre del Gos
- 1Platja del Saler nude beach · Valencia · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Devesa del Saler beach nude beach · Valencia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Mareny de Sant Llorenç nude beach · Valencia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Platja Nudista de Cullera nude beach · Valencia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Malvarrosa nude beach · Castellón · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6L'Ahuir nude beach · Valencia · best June to OctoberOfficialSea 26°C in August
- 7Platja Naturista de Moncofa nude beach · Castellón · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Finca La Vida Soñada nudist resort · AlicanteClothing optional
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 L'Arbre del Gos clothing optional?
L'Arbre del Gos is listed as "clothing optional" according to Ajuntament de València: Ruta turística por Pobles del Sud, 3. La playa del Arbre del Gos (PDF). 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 L'Arbre del Gos?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 26°C (79°F) and January 8°C (47°F).
How warm is the water at L'Arbre del Gos?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 14°C (57°F) to 26°C (79°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at L'Arbre del Gos?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DE L'ARBRE DEL GOS PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near L'Arbre del Gos?
The closest are Platja del Saler (2.5 km (1.6 mi)), Devesa del Saler beach (7 km (4.3 mi)) and Mareny de Sant Llorenç (23 km (14 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Ajuntament de València: Ruta turística por Pobles del Sud, 3. La playa del Arbre del Gos (PDF) (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28119784 · All data sources and licenses.