**Red Beach** in **Matala** on **Crete** is one of the most stunning and famous **naturist beaches** in Europe, earning recognition as one of the **seven “secret” beaches for naturists** according to **Huffington Post**. The beach is known for its **fine reddish sand** and **crystal-clear turquoise water**.

To reach the beach, you’ll need to follow a **rocky hiking path**, but the effort is well worth it. While there are a few **sun-loungers** and **parasols** available for hire at one end of the beach, much of the area is popular with **Greek nudists** and is perfect for relaxing and socializing. The beach is located about **68 km southwest of Heraklio**.

For those looking to enjoy a drink or a meal, there is a **beach bar/restaurant**, called **Yannis Bar**, which is **clothing optional**, further adding to the relaxed, nudist-friendly atmosphere of the beach.