What to pack for a naturist campsite
Less than you think. Naturism simplifies the suitcase, but some things are compulsory and others make the difference between a comfortable holiday and an awkward one. Here is the list we would use, by situation.
Compulsory, or nearly
- See on Amazon
Sitting towel
Rule number one of naturism: always sit on your own towel, at the bar and by the pool too. Bring two, one small enough for your bag.
INF naturist card
Required at many Italian and German campsites, recommended everywhere. Issued by your national federation (British Naturism, FFN, DFK) and valid for a year.
- See on Amazon
SPF 50 sunscreen
Without a swimsuit, parts that have never seen the sun will burn. Get a large bottle and reapply every two hours.
- See on Amazon
Washable sandals or flip-flops
For showers, sanitary blocks and hot paths. Choose a quick-drying model.
Beach and sea
- See on Amazon
Rock shoes
Istria, Calabria, Liguria: rocky and pebbly coasts. The beaches at Solaris, Pizzo Greco and Guvano all need them.
- See on Amazon
Parasol with screw anchor
Many naturist beaches have no shade and no hire; a screw anchor holds in Atlantic and North Sea winds.
- See on Amazon
Waterproof beach backpack
For the 20 minutes of sand at Maspalomas or the path at Montalivet: hands free and phone dry.
- See on Amazon
Insulated bottle
No kiosk in the central stretch of many beaches: a litre of cold water each.
Campsite
- See on Amazon
Portable fridge
On a pitch with electricity included, an electric cool box beats any cool bag.
- See on Amazon
CEE camping extension lead
European hook-ups use the blue 16 A CEE plug; you need 25 metres and an adapter for national sockets.
- See on Amazon
Head torch
Many naturist campsites are poorly lit at night, La Sablière for one.
- See on Amazon
Washing line and pegs
For the swimsuits you won't use and the towels you always will.
Small things people forget
- See on Amazon
Sarong or light kimono
For moments when covering up is required: restaurant, shop, textile zones of mixed resorts such as Koversada.
- See on Amazon
Mosquito repellent
Pine forests and rivers, from Euronat to the Cèze, are full of them at dusk.
€1 coins
For token showers (Hilsbachtal) and washing machines.
- See on Amazon
Paper guide
Where Wi-Fi is paid or absent: the INF-FNI naturist guide or a campsite guide.