There’s a particular kind of freedom that comes from lying on a Dalmatian pebble beach with nothing on but sunscreen. No tan lines, no swimsuit digging in. Just you, the Adriatic, and the dramatic limestone wall of Biokovo, the country’s second-highest mountain, looming behind you like a deity that’s seen everything and judges nothing.
The Makarska Riviera has more quality nude beaches than most people realize. You just have to know where to look
The Makarska Riviera, 60 kilometers of coastline stretching from Brela to Gradac, has long been one of Croatia‘s busiest summer destinations. But between the promenades, the resort pools, and the peak-season crowds that swell to 60,000 people a month, there are pockets of coastline where a different kind of holiday exists.
Hidden coves tucked behind olive groves. Rocky bays reachable only by paddleboard. Beaches with FKK painted on a boulder in neon orange, as if someone felt the need to make the obvious official.
Whether you are a seasoned nudist or just curious about trying going au naturel for the first time, this guide will help you discover the best clothing-optional beaches on the Makarska Riviera. We cover them along with practical tips, etiquette, and everything you need to know before you go.
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FKK in Croatia
Croatia has one of the oldest naturist traditions in Europe. Since the early 20th century, when places like Rab’s Kandarola Beach were disrobing royalty, the country has been quietly ahead of the curve. It was one of the first in Europe to embrace organized naturism, and today it remains one of the continent’s most welcoming destinations for those who associate a holiday in paradise with Adam and Eve’s outfits.
Well, people might’ve been less buttoned up during the former Yugoslavia, but the legacy survived. The abbreviation FKK, borrowed from the German Freikörperkultur (“free body culture”), is still the standard sign language for nude beaches across the coast.
In Croatia, public nudity is technically illegal, but nudism on designated FKK beaches and long-established informal naturist sections is permitted and accepted.
Dalmatia is, politically speaking, more conservative than the northern Adriatic. Strong traditional values, a certain patriarchal solidity. And yet the Makarska Riviera still has more quality nude beaches than most people realize. You just have to know where to look.
This is that guide. Fifteen beaches, with directions, honest opinions, and the kind of detail you won’t find on the sanitized lists.
Top 15 Nude Beaches of Makarska Riviera
1. Blato FKK Beach
My favorite nudist beach on the Makarska Riviera is one that FKK guides forget to even mention. Marked on Google Maps just like Blato FKK Beach, the harder-to-access location is what probably still preserves its status as a ‘hidden gem’.
Tucked beneath the Iron-Age hill-fort of Matijaševica, concealed by dense Mediterranean vegetation on the path between Blato (one of Živogošće‘s three settlements) and the larger beach of Velika Duba, Blato FKK is the kind of place that most passersby walk straight past without ever noticing it exists.
The beach is formed by a natural escarpment, with small pebbled zones between rocks, perfectly sized for a towel, a book, and possibly a paddleboard.
The water is exceptional, and the sea access is gentle. Swim north, and you’ll discover a hidden cave with its own private pebble beach, which will feel like a reward.
How to get to Blato FKK Beach
From Blato, head west. Climb the footpath toward Velika Duba, but then cut into the coastal vegetation. After about 100 meters, you’ll be able to descend to the beach via the rocks. Alternatively, rent a paddleboard from Blato or Velika Duba and arrive in style from the sea.
Where to stay near Blato FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Villa Dalmatina in Blato or at Apartmani Boban in Mala Duba.
2. Moritz Beach & FKK Strand
Nobody seems entirely sure who Moritz was or why this stretch of coastline bears this name. But if the Swiss St. Moritz is the icon of winter luxury, its Croatian namesake is the unsaint, sun-drunk cousin who shows up in summer with nothing on and absolutely no apologies.
Closer to Blato than to Drvenik, where they administratively belong, Moritz Beach and the neighboring FKK Strand are two pebble beaches separated by a short forested path.
Between them sits another, even smaller beach – roughly two towels wide – for those who prefer their privacy quantified in one-digit square meters. A few steps away, there is a little sea cave, sheltered and shaded, which has become something of an unofficial gathering point for gay visitors. You can reach it by rock-hopping, or simply wade through the shallows from Moritz, preferably naked, if you don’t want waves to wet your pants.
The whole cove has an amorous, end-of-the-world quality that the surrounding pines and the deep Adriatic blue only amplify. It’s one of the most quietly romantic corners of Makarska Riviera, where you don’t need to dress to impress.
How to get to Moritz Beach
Look for the improvised parking by the Adriatic Highway (D8 road) between Camp Boban and Camp Male Čiste. Leave the car here and walk the path downhill through the trees to the jetty, then follow the rocks right to find Moritz and another shade-providing cave.
Where to stay near Moritz Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Camp Milo Moje in Donja Vala or at Holiday Home Mia in Strnj.
3. West Secluded FKK Beach
Further south toward Drvenik, the coastline gets wilder, and the beach names get less inspired. On Google Maps, one beach is simply called Beach FKK. Its immediate neighbor is West Secluded FKK.
Nobody has named them, and given what happens to well-named beaches on the Croatian coast, this may be the shrewdest act of preservation in Dalmatian tourism history. Maybe the greatest value of these beaches is exactly in their anonymity and the anonymity they guarantee to their visitors.
The stretch near Camp Čiste is rough, craggy, and beautiful in the way that places untouched by sunbed rental tend to be: caves alternating with coves, rocks giving way to pebbles, the sea doing exactly what it wants.
If you’re looking for privacy rather than comfort, this is your coastline. Come prepared: there’s nothing here but nature, and nature has not installed a beach bar.
How to get to West Secluded FKK Beach
Parking above West Secluded FKK is limited to a couple of cars. It’s often easier to park at Moritz Beach and walk south, carefully on the side of the Adriatic Highway, or by following the coast from Moritz Beach, if you are willing to climb a small coastal wall between the two camp sites.
Where to stay near West Secluded FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Victoria Mobilhome at Camp Dole or at Holiday Home Mia in Strnj.
4. Garma Beach
In a parallel universe where the internet doesn’t exist, Garma Beach tops this list of Makarska Riviera’s best FKK destinations.
A pebble cove scattered with gigantic rocks and an occasional rock arch, with trees growing directly out of these photogenic boulders – Garma has the Brela Stone vibe, with the attitude of a place that never asked to be discovered.
The problem is that it was discovered – by clothed bathers with good taste in scenery and no particular interest in FKK. The result is a first-come-first-served situation: arrive early or in shoulder season, and the cove is yours. Arrive in mid-August at noon, and you’ll be negotiating for a patch of rock between a quarrelsome family from Munich and a group of teenagers with a portable speaker.
May or October, though? You might have the whole beach to yourself. That version of Garma is spectacular.
How to get to Garma Beach
Park above Dračevac Beach, walk south toward Podgora on foot, and when you reach the Podgora Boat, the welcome vessel moored by the Adriatic Highway, turn right. Garma hides behind the olive groves.
Where to stay near Garma Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Villa Cascada in Podgora or at Residence Visković in Tučepi.
5. Dračevac Beach
Among the Makarska Riviera’s FKK beaches, Dračevac, just south of Tučepi, is the rare one that actually announces itself with an official township sign reading ‘Nudist Beach’. That’s a small bureaucratic miracle in Dalmatia, where most naturist spots communicate their status through painted rocks and social osmosis.
The beach is a generous 400 meters of white pebbles, with easy water access, Biokovo as a backdrop, and pine trees framing the coastline in an almost boringly beautiful way. If you are more fond of shore diversity, walk beyond the Hamak Viewpoint, and try your luck at beach number 4.
Dračevac’s water is still the kind of blue that makes you question whether a filter was involved, even in real life.
There’s also a beach bar serving snacks, an almost unheard-of luxury in the Makarska FKK landscape.
Crucially, Dračevac holds its FKK character in peak summer, when other nude beaches quietly surrender to textile pressure. For size, reliability, and the sheer pleasure of lying on good pebbles under a big mountain with a cold drink within reach, this is Makarska Riviera’s standout clothes-free beach.
How to get to Dračevac Beach
You can access Dračevac Beach on foot; whether you walk from Tučepi or Podgora, it will take you approximately 20 minutes. Limited parking across the main road costs €3/hour or €20/day.
Where to stay near Dračevac Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Residence Visković in Tučepi or at Villa Cascada in Podgora.
6. Nugal Beach
Let’s be honest about Nugal.
It genuinely deserves its place on those lists of the world’s most beautiful beaches. A crescent of pale pebbles enclosed by 30-meter cliffs, turquoise water so clear it’s almost impolite, and a pine forest that provides shade with the generosity of a place that has nothing to prove. In calmer seasons, or early on a weekday morning, it still delivers the experience that made it famous.
But Nugal has become a victim of its own photogenic excellence. The scenic corners of the internet are littered with Nugal’s beauty, which has had the predictable effect of filling the beach with people who arrived specifically to photograph it.
The nudists, now compressed onto the beach’s eastern end, share the 80-meter stretch with fully-dressed visitors apparently unbothered by the prominent FKK signs, and equally unbothered by the discomfort this causes the people actually using the beach as intended.
No hidden gem survives social media forever, and Nugal’s transformation into a “sardine can” of beachgoers is simply a case study in that particular tragedy. The beach is still worth visiting. Just calibrate your expectations: this is now a beautiful, partially naturist beach with regular discomfort, not the FKK oasis it once was.
Visit at dawn or in September. You’ll still love it.
How to get to Nugal Beach
Nugal Beach is accessible from Makarska via a 40-minute walk through Osejava Forest Park, or alternatively by boat, which also brings textile visitors. If driving, park at the Kaufland supermarket (free for 2 hours), as leaving the vehicle on the Adriatic Highway roadside will reward you with a hefty fine.
Where to stay near Nugal Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Holiday Home Nugal or at Holiday Home Sanja.
7. Cvitačka FKK Beach
Strung along the Dr. Franjo Tuđman Promenade north of Makarska’s Biloševac area, Cvitačka FKK Beach comprises a series of small pebble coves separated by rocks, shaded by cliff-grown trees, and helpfully signed in neon-orange FKK lettering that leaves no ambiguity about the dress code.
The central, textile section of Cvitačka gets lively – jet skis, beach bars, the full Mediterranean summer circus. The FKK coves at either end are the escape hatches.
The southern stretch is a sequence of intimate little corners; the northern section, next to the dog beach, has a pleasant, shade-abundant, anything-goes atmosphere.
The whole area has a reputation for being welcoming to LGBTQ+ visitors and to first-timers alike, which makes it one of the more socially relaxed naturist options on the Riviera.
How to get to Cvitačka FKK Beach
Park at one of the Biloševac lots (€15/day) and walk north. Or take Makarska’s tourist train along the coast and hop off at your preferred cove.
Where to stay near Cvitačka FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Aminess Laurel Khalani Hotel or at Romana Beach Resort.
8. Krvavica FKK Beach
South of Ramova port in the small coastal town of Krvavica, beneath cliffs whose upper edges host olive groves and lower parts a mural of a bull, the Krvavica FKK Beach unfolds along what the locals call Kamenita Cesta – the Stone Road.
A series of pebble stretches divided by rocks, each offering enough separation to feel like your own private inlet. One section is particularly popular with gay visitors.
Nearby, abandoned, weather-bleached, and graffiti-covered, stands a UFO-shaped Children’s Health Resort, a relic of Yugoslav modernism that never quite made peace with the twenty-first century. It lends the whole scene a slightly surreal quality.
Float on your back in the deep waters of Krvavica, sky above, cliffs around, and the whole thing does feel rather like another universe, or at least a dimension.
How to get to Krvavica FKK Beach
Even if one can walk to Krvavica from Makarska, drivers can park near the defunct Children’s Health Resort (free after 5 pm), then walk 500 meters south to reach Krvavica FKK Beach.
Where to stay near Krvavica FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Casa Dalmacija or at Apartments Tolić.
9. Baška Voda FKK Beach
The northernmost entry on this list of the best nude beaches of Makarska Riviera extends south of Baška Voda, toward the newly revamped camping resort in Baško Polje.
A natural extension of the well-established Oseka Beach, Baška Voda FKK Beach is a large, easygoing stretch of coastline with simple water access and plenty of space for all interested nudists.
The overall vibe of the place is quite relaxed, and if you need a beach bar, a shower, or god-forbid a changing cabin, Oseka’s facilities are just a pebble’s throw away.
Continue further south toward Promajna, and the promenade gives way to more, rawer naturist sections between the boulders.
Not the most dramatic beach on the Riviera, but sometimes “uncomplicated and pleasant” is exactly what you need.
How to get to Baška Voda FKK Beach?
Walkable from Baška Voda via the seaside promenade. By car, look for the informal parking lot between the olive groves off the Adriatic Highway near Oseka Beach coordinates.
Where to stay near Baška Voda FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Hotel Horizont or at Pinadria Camping Resort.
10. Iza Klobuka Beach, Zaostrog
Known on Google Maps simply as Beach Zaostrog, the area named Iza Klobuka is a half-kilometer chain of small beaches separated by enormous rocks, each providing enough natural partition to feel genuinely isolated.
The eastern end begins at Zaostrog‘s westernmost house; the western end meets Lučica Beach. In between: pebbles, boulders, clear water, and a Robinson Crusoe quietness that depends somewhat on who else has discovered it that day.
Zaostrog FKK beach can be hit-or-miss; other visitors don’t always observe naturist etiquette, and the tourist mix varies considerably through the season. But on a good day, with the right cove claimed early, it’s a lovely place to disappear into.
Some sections are only reachable by sea, which is a feature rather than a limitation: a paddleboard expands your options.
How to get to Iza Klobuka Beach
Leave your car by the Adriatic Highway and follow the narrow downhill path, or park in Zaostrog village and walk west along the promenade.
Where to stay near Iza Klobuka Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Apartments Plana or at Villa Deluxe.
11. Jarsan
North of Igrane, the so-called “virgin beach” of Jarsan runs for over a kilometer along a stretch of coastline blissfully removed from road noise. The crickets here aren’t competing with traffic.
The beginning is spectacular: giant rocks beneath pine trees, the kind of scenery that photographs itself. Then the shade recedes, the path continues, a thick FKK sign appears painted on a rock, and you think you’ve arrived. You haven’t.
The textile crowds have colonized this stretch, too, which means the actual nude section requires additional westward walking. Sadly, the further you go, sea access gets trickier; pebbles give way to rugged, Lego-brick-feel rocks. So the more nude you get above the ankles, the more you’ll need water shoes to fully enjoy this part of the Makarska Riviera.
How to get to Jarsan
Start from the lookout above Mala Plaža, head north onto the macadam fire road. Follow the Jarsan sign down the stairs and walk the coast until clothing becomes optional in practice, not just in theory.
Where to stay near Jarsan Beach Check out the rates for your dates at TUI BLUE Makarska Hotel or at House Dobrila.
12. Živogošće West FKK Beach
A note on geography first: Google Maps marks a Živogošće FKK West Side beach between Igrane and Živogošće that has a tendency to attract non-nudists with cheerful disregard for the designation. The beach worth your time is slightly different: the unnamed pebble beach just past Plažica, a small dog beach at the edge of Živogošće’s Porat settlement.
Here, meticulously laid stone paths lead into deeper water, helpfully guiding you past any sea urchins (which are, for what it’s worth, an excellent indicator of water quality, so treat them as a compliment rather than a hazard).
The beach is small. The graffiti is naturist-standard. A pipe on the beach displays, in Slovak, a ‘dad joke’ reading: “Friends from the Czech Republic, we wish you a boring evening.” The Slovak word for boring being nudný.
If you get easily bored on beaches, you’ll certainly lack interest in staying on this one for long. However, even nights can be incredibly romantic here, so rethink your decision of leaving after sunset, and instead, aim for the stars.
How to get to Živogošće West FKK Beach
Park in Porat and walk all the way northwest past the last set of houses (Apartments Silvija), and before the olive groves. If you still want to try your luck with the Google-pinned Živogošće FKK West Side beach, you’ll need to get up on the road connecting Porat with Igrane, and descend somewhere midway, when you see a footpath next to a larger tree.
Where to stay near Živogošće West FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Beach Apartments Villa Holiday or at LEGIN.
13. Živogošće FKK East Side
Živogošće FKK East Side arrives with impressive credentials. A 500-meter naturist enclave on the southern edge of Porat, entered through a stone archway inscribed with the letters FKK, beside a historical Latin Licinianus Epigram and a statue of a nude Nymph – someone, at some point, really committed to the aesthetic.
The reality is more complicated. The coastal promenade connecting Porat with Mala Duba runs roughly one meter from your nudity, which is a proximity that requires either exceptional unselfconsciousness or a complete philosophical recalibration of what “naturist enclave” means.
The beaches themselves are thin, occasionally close to cliffs that have a slightly precarious lean to them.
What seems to be a great walking zone that can take you all the way to the southern nude beaches (the top 3 of this list!), sadly, contributes negatively to the ranking of this inconveniently cut-off FKK beach.
How to get to Živogošće FKK East Side
Descend from the Franciscan Monastery in Porat and continue south past the sports court. Or approach from Mala Duba heading north.
Where to stay near Živogošće FKK East Side Check out the rates for your dates at TUI Blue Adriatic Beach Hotel in Porat or at Apartmani Boban in Mala Duba.
14. Gradac FKK Beach
The most famous beach in the southernmost town on this list is, fittingly, its FKK beach – a long white stretch on the northern edge of Gradac, between the town’s last buildings and a small open-air gym, if you’re into street workout and calisthenics.
For those who have already built their body, the beach is also a runway. Unfortunately, just like Živogošće’s East Side, Gradac FKK Beach is embraced by a promenade. The presence of the potential audience will either not bother you at all or bother you completely, depending on your philosophy of naturism.
The beach seems to be friendly to dog owners, especially at its western end, near the Dolphin Watch Point.
How to get to Gradac FKK Beach
From Gradac, walk Obala Bošac north toward Brist – the beach appears after the town ends. By car, turn off the Adriatic Highway toward Zaborci Street, continue another 350 meters, park at the macadam lot, and walk downhill to the outdoor gym. The FKK beach is directly behind it; you can’t miss it.
Where to stay near Gradac FKK Beach Check out the rates for your dates at Apartmani Ujdur in Gradac or at Apartments Tina in Brist.
BONUS FKK: Middle Wild Beaches
Halfway between Igrane and Drašnice, connected by a fire escape road, a handful of wild coves open onto the sea. Google Maps has christened one of them Middle Wild Beach. The better one, a nameless bay immediately to the north, remains officially anonymous and all the better for it. These practically private coves are among the Makarska Riviera’s best-kept secrets.
Finding these beaches requires navigating narrow footpaths through olive groves and occasionally overgrown scrub, trusting your instincts, and accepting that some paths will not lead where you expect.
When you do arrive, though, the reward is real: wide pebble beaches, a handful of like-minded sunseekers at most, and a quality of quiet that feels genuinely rare.
Occasionally, boats anchor offshore, and their nude occupants sunbathe without ever troubling themselves to leave the deck. This is, in its way, the purest form of naturism on the Makarska Riviera.
If you don’t have a boat to jump into the deep from, water shoes are non-negotiable here.
How to get to Middle Wild Beaches
Walk the macadam road between Drašnice and Igrane, take any narrow downward path that presents itself, and commit. Discovery is part of the deal.
Where to stay near the Middle Wild Beaches Check out the rates for your dates at House Vedrana in Igrane or at Apartments Tila in Drašnice.
How to Choose the Right Nude Beach on Makarska Riviera
The Makarska Riviera’s nude beaches span a full spectrum from “urban and accessible” to “you will need a boat and some resolve”. The best beach for you depends on the kind of experience you are seeking.
For first-time naturists: Cvitačka is an accessible and welcoming option.
For families: Garma and Iza Klobuka are scenic beaches even the little nudists should enjoy.
For gay travelers: Krvavica and the coves south of Živogošće are worth checking out.
For couples seeking maximum privacy: The wild stretches around Drašnice, Igrane, and Živogošće are ideal for quiet naturist retreats.
For nature lovers: Garma and Nugal Beaches are the clear standouts (crowds notwithstanding).
Best Time to Visit Makarska Riviera’s FKK
The naturist season on the Makarska Riviera runs from late May to early October.
July and August, with the warmest sea temperatures and longest days, are peak months. But the more famous beaches, like Nugal, can get crowded.
For the balance of warm weather and stressless experience, June and September are the sweet spot. Shoulder-season visitors often find they have even the most popular spots nearly to themselves.
At trendier beaches, early morning or late afternoon visits pay dividends in both space and atmosphere.
7 FKK Tips for Makarska Riviera’s Nude Beaches
- Respect privacy. Don’t stare. Photography is a strict no-go on FKK beaches. Keep your phone tucked away.
- Bring a towel. Always sit on your towel, both for hygiene and comfort on the pebbles.
- Protect yourself from the sun. The Croatian sun is intense. Bring a parasol if you have one, but that’s not enough. Even in the shade, the parts of you that have never seen the sun are the parts that will burn first. Use a high-SPF, reef-safe sunscreen.
- Stay hydrated and energized. Most nude beaches on the Makarska Riviera have no permanent facilities. Bring everything you’ll need for a day, from water to snacks.
- Use adequate footwear. As you might be visiting more remote beaches, which require a hike over uneven terrain, sturdy shoes are essential. Similarly, for rocky entry into water, consider bringing reef or water shoes.
- Leave nothing behind. Many of Makarska Riviera’s best naturist spots are pristine precisely because visitors treat them with care. Take all rubbish with you.
- Respect the mix. On split beaches, keep a considerate distance from the textile section. If you’re the one visiting in swimwear, find a corner that doesn’t encroach on the naturist zone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is nudism legal in Croatia?
Yes. Croatia is one of Europe’s most naturist-friendly countries. Nudism is allowed, totally legal, and socially accepted on designated FKK beaches and in many informal naturist sections of beaches. It is not permitted on general public beaches or in towns.
Are there any officially designated FKK beaches on the Makarska Riviera?
Yes – Dračevac is the most prominent officially signed FKK beach on the Riviera. Many additional beaches are traditionally naturist-friendly, as they are typically on the edge of urban zones, or at least have informal naturist areas that are locally accepted.
Do I need to be a nudist to visit FKK beaches?
No. FKK beaches in Croatia are open to all. Many people visit simply for the relaxed atmosphere or greater privacy, without necessarily going fully nude. Go as far as you’re comfortable.
Can families visit naturist beaches in Croatia?
Generally yes. Croatian naturism is grounded in a culture of respect, relaxation, and body positivity.
What does FKK mean?
FKK stands for Freikörperkultur, a German term meaning “free body culture”. The word has been used across the former Yugoslavia since the mid-20th century and remains the standard term for naturist beaches throughout Croatia.
Makarska Riviera FKK Beaches – Conclusion
From the dramatic cliffs of Nugal to the nameless coves between Drašnice and Živogošće, the Makarska Riviera offers some of Croatia’s finest naturist beaches.
Our list of the best FKK destinations in this part of Dalmatia is not exhaustive. Other nude beaches you could check out on the Makarska Riviera are Kraljev Gaj, Sveti Petar Peninsula, Vrulja near Brela, Čaklje, Promajna, or Klokun Bay.
But it doesn’t matter whether you are looking for a famous clothing-optional beach, a beginner-friendly spot, or a secluded cove where you can truly disconnect; this stunning stretch of Croatian coastline with free-spirited atmosphere can welcome your nakedness.
The Makarska Riviera offers a sense of connection with nature that is becoming ever rarer in the Mediterranean
What makes these beaches so special is not simply the opportunity to sunbathe without a swimsuit. It is the combination of the extraordinary natural beauty of Biokovo Mountain as a backdrop, crystal-clear water to swim in, and the sense of freedom that comes from experiencing the Adriatic in its purest form.
Unlike some industrial FKK camps in the north, the Makarska Riviera offers “wild naturism”. Most spots are integrated into the natural landscape, rather than fenced off, offering a sense of connection with nature that is becoming ever rarer in the Mediterranean.
So stop window shopping for swimsuits. Pack light. And go. Surrender to the peculiar liberty of having nowhere to put your phone.
Last updated: 2026. FKK status and beach classifications can change – always verify locally upon arrival.
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