Nacktcharter

Nacktcharter, literally “naked charter” in German, is a term used in German-language discussions to refer to a proposed or hypothetical charter that would enshrine rights related to public nudity and body autonomy. It is not a formally adopted treaty and does not represent an official policy of any government. The concept has appeared mainly in online forums, social media debates, and niche cultural circles, sometimes as satire or as a thought experiment about personal freedom and decency laws.

The word combines nackt (naked) and Charter (from English), reflecting a cross-language usage common in online German discourse.

In its various articulations, the Nacktcharter is imagined to affirm the right to nude presentation in designated spaces, require reasonable accommodation for public events, outline responsibilities to avoid coercion or harassment, and propose safeguards for minors and public health. The specifics vary, with some versions advocating broad nudity rights in public settings, and others focusing on consent-based or context-limited expression.

There is no official text; references to the Nacktcharter are scattered and often contextualized as philosophical or satirical. Supporters frame it as a statement about bodily autonomy and freedom of expression; critics express concerns about public morality, vulnerability of children, and potential conflict with existing decency laws.

See also: Nudism, Naturism, Bodily autonomy, Charter of Fundamental Rights, Civil liberties in Germany.