When you think of places to go naked, Iceland is probably the last destination that comes to mind. Located between Greenland and Scandinavia, this cold country in the North Atlantic Ocean is known for its polar nights in winter, when there is hardly any sunlight during the day.
Nudity is legal in Iceland, so it is not uncommon to see people bathing or tanning topless here. But you may want to brush up on the cultural norms of the country before you undress.
Choose an appropriate place
Despite the colder climate in Iceland, this destination offers many hot springs and rural places where you can be naked, and there are bathing areas in every region of the country. However, there are no official nude beaches (aka naked beaches) or dedicated nude locations in Iceland, and that’s definitely something to keep in mind.
This means that the place you choose can also attract other visitors, who are not as open to nudism as you are. Please note that spas in and around Reykjavik generally do not allow nudity. The same goes for the Blue Lagoon. Because of this, nudists in Iceland often select a remote location for naturist activities or rent swimming areas / pools after hours. This is especially useful for nude groups!
Public pool rules
There are many public places to swim or take a relaxing bath in Iceland. But most have very strict rules. Before diving, you need to wash yourself naked in the locker room showers, which are sometimes not private. (Think: a giant bathroom shared with other women or men.) Most of the larger pools and hot springs, like the Blue Lagoon, have private bathing cubicles. Swimming pools in Iceland don’t have a lot of chlorine, so showering is simply for hygiene reasons. Bathing suits are also mandatory in all public pools, although women are generally not required to wear bathing suits.
As long as you follow these simple etiquette guidelines, you should be fine (or get naked) and have some fun!
