Playa de la Tejita
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Overview
Playa de la Tejita is a long natural beach on the south coast of Tenerife listed for naturist use in a mixed, clothing-optional setting. Nude use is tolerated in parts of the beach alongside clothed visitors, so the atmosphere remains relaxed rather than zoned. The shore is wide dark volcanic sand backed by open ground, with no permanent facilities on the sand and high sun exposure throughout the day. Access is on foot over sandy tracks from informal parking inland, which keeps the beach quieter than nearby developed coves. Plan for full sun and carry what you need for comfort during the walk and the stay.
Visiting the beach
Playa de la Tejita sits near Granadilla de Abona and is reached on foot from the El Medano area. There is no paved promenade onto the sand. Visitors park in informal dirt areas inland and walk over soft sand and natural ground to the shore. The surface is natural dark volcanic sand with some pebbles, and the beach is undeveloped with no bars, rentals, toilets or showers on the sand described. Bring water, food, sun protection and a way to carry waste out, since there are no shops or services waiting on the sand itself. The beach is public with no admission charge and open coastal access without set opening hours. Morning and late afternoon offer milder sun, while midday brings strong exposure and little natural shade. No shade structures are described, so an umbrella or shelter is useful if you plan a half-day to full-day stay. The open layout means it is worth choosing a spot early in the day, settling in with enough space around you, and keeping your belongings secure against sun and wind. The sea is Atlantic with waves and currents that can be lively and variable. No permanent lifeguard service is described, so check conditions before entering the water and stay within your limits. The setting is open and exposed with limited privacy. Buses serve El Medano with an onward walk to the beach, and the natural sand and uneven tracks make access difficult for wheelchairs and strollers. Warm, dry conditions are typical from May to October, while winter remains mild but can be cooler and breezier, so check the forecast and dress for changing coastal wind.
Getting there
Access: Open access on foot via sandy tracks and paths from the El Medano area; no paved promenade onto the sand.
Parking: Informal dirt parking areas inland from the beach with a short walk over sand to the shore.
Public transport: Bus services to El Medano with onward walk to the beach; no direct stop on the sand described.
Accessibility: Natural sand and uneven ground with no boardwalks or adapted access described; difficult for wheelchairs and strollers.
Facilities
Naturist rules
Naturist use at Playa de la Tejita is tolerated in parts of the beach in a mixed setting where clothed visitors also walk and swim. Choose a spot with clear space from others and avoid close placement near families or textiles if the area is busy. Keep photography to your own group and do not take photos of others. Use a towel on the sand, keep noise low and leave no trace. If you are new to naturist use, observe how others arrange themselves and follow the same low-key approach. Give others privacy along shared paths, keep swimwear handy for walking past busy areas, and allow extra room when the shore fills later in the day.
Visitor overview
Visitors find a wide, natural beach with a quiet to moderate crowd level, busier on weekends and in summer. The lack of facilities suits self-sufficient travellers who prefer open space and a simple day at the sea. The dark sand, strong sun and Atlantic water give the beach a wild coastal feel, with more room away from the main access points. Mixed nude and clothed use is the norm, so comfort with that shared setting helps. Prepare for sun, wind and a short walk over sand. Bring enough water, shade and supplies for the full stay, since the open shore rewards slow days, long walks and time away from built-up resort fronts.
Frequently asked questions
Is Playa de la Tejita a naturist beach?
Playa de la Tejita is listed for naturist use in a mixed setting. Nude use is tolerated in parts of the beach, but clothed visitors also use the shore, so it is not exclusively naturist.
What is the sand and water like?
The beach has natural dark volcanic sand with some pebbles and high sun exposure. The water is Atlantic with waves and currents that can be lively and vary by day, so check conditions closely and enter with caution.
Are there facilities, toilets or showers?
No permanent facilities, toilets, showers, bars or rentals on the sand are described. It is an undeveloped natural beach, so bring water, food and sun shelter and plan for a fully self-sufficient stay without services nearby.
How do you get to Playa de la Tejita?
Access is on foot over sandy tracks from informal dirt parking inland near El Medano. Buses serve El Medano with an onward walk, and there is no paved promenade onto the sand, so wear sturdy footwear for soft ground.
When is the best time to visit?
Warm, dry conditions are typical from May to October, which suits long beach stays. Winter is mild but can be cooler and breezier, and mornings and late afternoons offer milder sun year-round for comfortable time on the sand.