Molde, Møre og Romsdal
Hjertøya
Hjertøya is a clothing-optional bathing location in Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway.
About this place
Hjertøya is a clothing-optional bathing location in Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway. Norwegian naturism is organised under the Naturistforbundet Norge (NF), the national federation. Norway's naturist tradition is concentrated around Oslo Fjord — particularly Huk beach on the Bygdøy peninsula, one of Scandinavia's most famous naturist beaches — with additional sites along the west coast (Rogaland, Hordaland, Møre og Romsdal) and in northern Norway. The Norwegian outdoors tradition (*friluftsliv*) provides strong cultural support for clothing-optional bathing at remote coastal and inland locations.
Norwegian law addresses public indecency under the Penal Code (Straffeloven § 298), which requires conduct likely to cause justified offence to others. At established naturist locations with long-standing practice, that threshold is not met. For the broader legal context, see our public nudity laws guide.
Etiquette & ground rules
Respect the established naturist character of the location: be discreet, avoid photography, and follow the lead of regulars. Norwegian naturist sites include both NF-affiliated formal locations and informally-established wild beaches — know which type you are visiting. Norwegian coastal and fjord water is cold year-round; wetsuit swimming is common outside mid-summer. The Norwegian outdoor access tradition (allemannsretten — right of access to nature) supports informal naturist bathing at remote coastal and inland locations. Always carry a towel and extra layers.
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