Naturist holidays in Croatia: Istria, the islands and where to stay
Guide updated in October 2026
Croatia, the land of FKK: Istria's big naturist villages, island beaches, naturist villas and apartments to rent directly, the rules, the season and the budget.
For many German, Dutch and Austrian naturists, Croatia is the FKK country. Naturism has been part of life here for nearly a century, the Adriatic coast has hundreds of coves and beaches signposted "FKK", and Istria is home to some of the largest naturist villages in Europe. Alongside these big sites, a more intimate option has grown: naturist villas and apartments rented directly by their owners. This guide helps you choose.
Istria, the heart of Croatian naturism
The Istrian peninsula, the closest part of Croatia by road from northern Europe (via Austria and Slovenia), has most of the offer. Near Vrsar, Koversada, opened in 1961, is one of the oldest and largest naturist villages in Europe, with its own island. North of Rovinj, on the Lim channel, Valalta focuses on nature and wellbeing. Around Poreč, Solaris and Ulika complete the list of big campsites.
On Istria's east coast, near Labin and Rabac, Villa Brisa and its apartments show the other side of Croatian naturism: a naturist guesthouse with a wellness villa, apartments and a studio, far from the bustle of the big centres. In Rovinj, Apartments Lost Paradise are a base for exploring the west coast.
The Kvarner and Dalmatian islands
Further south, the islands are FKK beach country. On Rab, Kandarola beach is one of the most famous — local tradition has King Edward VIII swimming naked there in 1936. On Krk, the Bunculuka naturist campsite lies on a bay near Baška. In Dalmatia, the Pakleni islets off Hvar (Jerolim, Stipanska) and Lokrum island near Dubrovnik have naturist areas. Here you usually combine a regular rental with days on the FKK beaches.
Big village or private rental?
The big villages have everything on site — beaches, pools, restaurants, activities — and suit families. A private rental brings peace and quiet, a garden or terrace where you can be naked all day, and direct contact with a host who knows the area. To compare, see all naturist rentals in Croatia in the guide.
The rules
In Croatia naturism is accepted where it is intended: naturist campsites and villages, and beaches signposted "FKK" or "Naturist". Elsewhere public nudity is not accepted and can be fined. The big campsites often ask for a naturist card (INF-FNI) or sell one at reception. Croatia uses the euro and joined the Schengen area in 2023, which makes travel easier.
When to go and what it costs
The season runs from late May to late September; June and September are ideal. As a guide, allow €50 to €150 a night for an apartment or studio and €120 to €300 for a villa with a pool. Booking directly with the owner saves you the platform fees.
Frequently asked questions
Is naturism allowed everywhere in Croatia?
No. It is practised freely at naturist campsites and villages and on beaches signposted "FKK" or "Naturist", which are very common along the coast. Outside these places public nudity is not accepted and can be fined.
Where to stay for a naturist holiday in Croatia?
Istria is home to the big naturist villages (Koversada, Valalta, Solaris…) and a growing number of naturist villas and apartments rented by private owners, especially around Labin and Rovinj. The Kvarner and Dalmatian islands mainly offer FKK beaches, to combine with a regular rental.
When is the best time to go?
From late May to late September. June and September are the most pleasant months: warm sea, fewer people and lower prices than in July and August. Most naturist campsites open from April to October.
How much does a naturist rental in Croatia cost?
As a guide: €50 to €150 a night for an apartment or studio, €120 to €300 for a villa with a pool depending on size and season. Croatia has used the euro since 2023.