This list of social nudity places in Europe is a list of places where social nudity is practised for recreation in Europe. It includes free beaches or clothing-optional beaches or nude beaches and some naturist resorts. Naturism is popular in Austria , with social nudity places typically indicated by FKK signs. Designated locations include camping spots, beaches, and hotels. Public saunas in Belgium are always mixed gender and nudity is the norm when using these. Topfree sunbathing is tolerated on all beaches. Unlike the former East Germany , but like many other countries that were part of the Communist bloc Bulgaria's nudists were kept cordoned off behind tall fences. People always enter naked in public baths, but those are separate for men and women.
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The nudist natural bathing area in Obertraun, a place were you can drop all your covers, be free and enjoy nature! In Obertraun at Lake Hallstatt , in the district of Winkl, a part of about 2. Due to natural barriers and embankments, it is separated from the normal bathing area in Winkl, but is still easily and freely accessible. The natural bathing area is ideal for relaxation after work. Due to its western location you can also relax in the evening sun. And what is better than jumping into the refreshing Lake Hallstatt after a hard day's work? Look towards Hallstatt or Bad Goisern at Lake Hallstatt and enjoy this incredibly beautiful landscape and the wooded mountains that surround you here. Freedom for body and soul , just let go and free yourself from all constraints.
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Easygoing Australia has an abundance of choice when it comes to beaches where nudism is legal and accepted. Most of the destinations on this list are nestled away, and home to communities of friendly, like-minded naturists who welcome newcomers. At some, you may be the only person there — just you, the sun, the sand, the surf Editor's note: Please check the latest travel restrictions before planning any trip and always follow government advice. There is also a strong community of naturists to join, whose openness and friendliness come from the fact they have nothing to hide — not even tan lines. Many naturists say the reason for nude beach-going is simple — they just feel more like themselves without clothes getting in the way. If you've never been to a nudist beach before, common sense and respect is all you need to try it out. Remember that you have full control of when you want to disrobe and when you want to leave. And be sure to check out our list of the best nude beaches for first-timers. The legality of individual beaches depends on the state and local council.
Click here to jump to listings for Switzerland. One of those states, Vienna, is a city-state Stadtstaaten. Austria is a very mountainous country, especially the western and central portions that border Germany, Switzerland and Italy. The foothills of the Alps extend eastward all the way to Vienna, and most of the parts of eastern Austria that are not mountainous are at least hilly.
