Playa de la Tejita zona naturista

Customary naturist beach

📍 Canary Islands, Spain

Guide to Playa de la Tejita naturist beach in Tenerife: access on foot, dark volcanic sand, no facilities and what to expect in the customary naturist zone.

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CountrySpain

RegionCanary Islands

Naturism statusCustomary naturist beach

WaterbodySea / ocean

Place typeBeach

Surfacedark volcanic sand

Best season05-10

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Spain Canary Islands

Naturism

Customary naturist beach

Beach characteristics

Sea / Ocean beach Sand

Overview

Playa de la Tejita on the south coast of Tenerife is known for its long stretch of dark volcanic sand and a customary naturist zone toward the quieter eastern end. The beach is listed for naturist use, where nudity is tolerated and clothing-optional bathing is common in an undeveloped setting. Facing the Atlantic, the shore remains natural with no promenade or resort buildings directly on the sand. Access is on foot from informal parking areas, which helps keep the atmosphere open and less crowded than town beaches. Expect high sun exposure, wind and variable sea conditions, and plan to bring plenty of water, shade and supplies.

Visiting the beach

Playa de la Tejita lies near Granadilla de Abona and El Médano in southern Tenerife. The beach is reached on foot via sandy tracks from informal unpaved parking areas set back from the shore. Allow 10 to 20 minutes of walking over soft dark volcanic sand to reach the customary naturist zone, which occupies the quieter eastern section. The surface is natural volcanic sand that can be soft and hot in direct sun, and there are no paved paths or boardwalks. There is no admission fee and the beach is open at all times with no closing hours. Facilities are minimal. The site is an undeveloped natural beach with no built facilities, no toilets or showers, and no shops or bars on the sand. Bring water, food, sun protection and something for shade, as there is very little natural shade and no built shelters. Sun exposure is high. Plan to be fully self-sufficient during your natural open beach stay and secure your belongings, as the open beach offers little privacy and no services for shade, water or food. Expect high sun exposure throughout the day. No regular lifeguard service is reported, and the Atlantic sea can have variable swell and currents with wavy conditions, especially when wind increases in the afternoon. Morning to late afternoon generally offers the best light and calmer wind. Public transport does not stop at the beach; regional buses serve El Médano and the remaining approach is a long walk on sandy tracks. Parking is informal and unpaved with limited capacity at busy times. The beach is not wheelchair accessible due to soft sand and uneven tracks. Typical visits last 2 to 4 hours, and the mild subtropical climate is warmest and driest from May to October, though wind is common year-round.

Getting there

Access: Access on foot via sandy tracks from informal parking areas, with a 10 to 20 minute walk over soft sand to the naturist zone.

Parking: Informal unpaved parking areas set back from the beach, limited capacity at busy times.

Public transport: No direct bus to the beach; regional buses serve El Médano with a long walk remaining on sandy tracks.

Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible due to soft sand, uneven tracks and lack of paved paths or boardwalks.

At the beach

Facilities

undeveloped natural beach with no built facilities

Naturist rules

Nudity at Playa de la Tejita is customary and tolerated in the naturist zone, with swimwear also accepted. The area is listed as customary rather than officially designated, so a relaxed coexistence of nude and textile visitors is normal. Choose a spot with clear space from others, avoid staring or unwanted photography, and always ask for consent before taking photos. Keep noise low and respect the natural setting by taking all belongings and litter with you. Keep swimwear handy for shared access tracks and mixed areas. Dogs are sometimes seen but rules may restrict them, so keep any dog leashed and check signage. As the beach is exposed with little privacy, be mindful of personal boundaries and secure your belongings.

Visitor overview

Playa de la Tejita offers a wide, natural Atlantic beach with dark volcanic sand and an open, quiet atmosphere. The customary naturist zone provides space for clothing-optional use without formal infrastructure, which appeals to visitors seeking a simple, natural experience. Crowds are generally low to moderate, with more room away from the main access points. There are no toilets, showers, or food vendors, so self-sufficiency is needed. Swimming depends on Atlantic swell and wind, and sun and wind exposure is high due to lack of shade. Access requires a walk from informal parking, and public transport involves a bus to El Médano plus a long walk. Typical visits last two to four hours, so bring water, food, sun protection and shade.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Where is the naturist zone at Playa de la Tejita?

The customary naturist zone is toward the quieter eastern end of the long beach, away from the main access tracks. Nudity is tolerated there and swimwear is also accepted. Look for the more open, less crowded sand where nude bathing is common. Allow 10 to 20 minutes walking over soft sand to reach this quieter section.

Is there an entry fee or opening hours?

No. Access is free with no admission fee and the beach is open at all times. There are no gates or tickets. You reach the sand on foot from informal parking areas via sandy tracks. Plan for a 10 to 20 minute walk over soft sand and bring supplies, as there are no services on arrival.

Are there facilities, toilets or food at the beach?

No. It is an undeveloped natural beach with no built facilities, toilets, showers, or shops on the sand. There is very little natural shade and no built shelters, so sun exposure is high. Bring water, food, sun protection and something for shade, as you will need to be fully self-sufficient during your stay.

What are sea conditions like for swimming?

The beach faces the Atlantic with variable swell and currents. Conditions can be wavy and windy, especially in the afternoon. Morning to late afternoon generally offers better light, but wind often increases later in the day. No regular lifeguard service is reported, so check sea conditions carefully and avoid swimming in strong swell.

How do you get there by car or bus?

By car, use informal unpaved parking set back from the beach and walk 10 to 20 minutes over soft sand. Parking is limited at busy times. By bus, take a regional service to El Médano and continue on foot via sandy tracks; there is no direct bus to the sand.