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Just forty minutes from Florence and an hour from Pisa, this site is beautifully situated high in the Tuscan hills, close to the fascinating town of Pistoia. Part of an old walled estate, there are impressive views of the surrounding countryside.
Camping Pian dei Boschi can be found on the Ligurian Riviera, 700 m. from the sea, close to the resort of Pietra Ligure. There are 215 pitches available for touring. They are well shaded, and most have electrical connections (5-6A). A number of mobile homes are available for rent, as well as apartments (for 4-6 people). There is a large swimming pool surrounded by a wide sun terrace, with a paddling pool adjacent. The campsite restaurant includes a wood-fired pizza oven and offers an enticing range of Mediterranean cuisine. Other on-site amenities include a tennis court and sports field. An entertainment and activity programme is organised in peak season and includes evening entertainment.
Pra’ Delle Torri is a superb Italian Adriatic site which has just about everything! Pitches for camping, hotel accommodation and two very large, superbly equipped pool complexes, which may be rated among the best in the country. There is also a full-size golf course. Of the 1,000 pitches, 800 are available for touring and are arranged in zones, with 5A electricity and shade. There is an amazing choice of quality restaurants, bars, shops and services placed strategically around an attractive square. Although a very large site, there is a great atmosphere here that families will enjoy.
Formerly named Toscana Colliverdi, Camping Panorama del Chianti has undergone some development. A small country hillside site in Tuscany, it has space for 61 large units on deep terraces and two areas for tents. All the terrace pitches have 3/5A electricity. There are panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. If you are content to be self-supporting and wish to explore Tuscany with the advantage of reasonable campsite fees, then this could be for you.
Situated at the southern end of the magnificent Costa Rei, this small, very friendly and well managed site has 83 touring pitches, many in great positions on the superb white sand beachfront. All pitches have 3/6A electricity, are of generous proportions and the whole site enjoys absolute tranquillity. The charming restaurant holds it own against the village competition and special evenings are often held when the local wines are matched to the food served. This site is brilliant for beach lovers and there are many watersports on offer. It is reasonably priced and we thoroughly enjoyed the extremely happy, small site atmosphere.
This part of Italy is becoming better known by those wishing to spend time by a lake in the splendid countryside, but away from the more crowded, better-known resorts. Lake Caldonazzo is one of the smaller Italian lakes but is excellent for watersports. Camping San Cristoforo is a relatively new site on the edge of the small town of the same name and is separated from the lake by a minor road, but with easy access. There are 157 pitches on flat grass with tarmac access roads, separated by shady trees. The pitches are of a good size and all have 6A electricity. The site is owners aim is to build a happy family atmosphere and the manager speaks excellent English.
On the Cesanatico coastline of Emilia-Romagna, this site is unusually located in a shaded park area just 450 m. from the beautiful sandy beach. It is a site with a very Italian flavour and when we visited we were made very welcome. The 200 touring pitches, with 3/10A electricity, are cosily positioned and most have shade. There is a large swimming pool and paddling pool and an ambitious programme of activities and entertainment takes place throughout the day and during the evening. The bar and restaurant facilities on site are very good, as is the pool bar.
Located at the end of a narrow lakeside road, this small neat site has just 25 touring pitches; five are fully serviced. The touring pitches are close to the lake with mobile homes on the slope above. The bar, café and reception area is modern but small and simple in keeping with the private feel to the campsite. The café terrace overlooks the lake. The sanitary amenities are of a high standard and discretely built underground, preventing any intrusion on the beautiful views. We found this a delightful, friendly site with cheerful staff who give you a chance to practise your Italian. The lakeside beach is just five metres from the closest pitches and is brilliant for peaceful picnics in sight of your pitch. The road alongside the site has very little traffic and is quiet. It is a boutique type site which is part of the Baia Holiday group, the high standards here are a reflection of all the sites we have visited in the group.
A spacious site on the Apulia seafront. Villaggio Camping Capo Vieste is spread over six hectares of land a 15-minute drive from the seaside town of Vieste, in Apulia's Foggia province. The campsite offers 350 spacious and well-shaded pitches for campers, caravans, and tents right in front of the beach.
Sarteano is an ancient spa town and this large, smart site utilises that spa in its very open environs. This site is well run with an excellent infrastructure, if a little expensive. There is a friendly welcome from the English speaking staff. The 500 individual, flat pitches, (389 for touring) are all 100-150 sq.m. in size with high, neat hedges giving real privacy. Electricity (6A) is available. The three unique swimming pools fed by the natural thermo-mineral springs are a novel feature here. These springs have been known since antiquity as Del Bagno Santo (Holy Bath), and flow at a constant temperature of 24 degrees.
Camping Il Rospo di Moneglia is located in the Ligurian Riviera di Levante, directly overlooking the sea. The town centre can be reached on foot with a walk along the seafront within a few minutes. The 48 pitches for tents, campers and caravans are all on panoramic terraces overlooking the sea. The services you can find onsite are a sanitary block with hot and cold water, fully equipped bungalows, and a bar where you can enjoy tasty snacks.
Camping Village Mare is 18 km. Northwest of Trieste, at the top of an 80-metre cliff, has superb views over the Sistiana Bay. The campsite is situated in a peaceful spot amongst trees that line the coastline and offers stunning views of the Adriatic Sea. Of the 500 pitches, 340 are reserved for touring units, all with 4/6A electricity and water nearby. Some are in light woodland. Everyone is friendly, and English is spoken.
Camping Oasi is a traditional, friendly, family site where many Italian families return for the summer – you could certainly practise your Italian language skills here. The family owners will make you feel very welcome. The 100 flat, grass pitches for touring units are in separate areas from the permanent units, and have the choice of shade or sun, all have 6A electricity, water and drainage. The private, soft sand beach has a second bar and restaurant, umbrellas and loungers, plus all manner of watersports. This tardis of a site has a huge range of holiday options for families.
Happy Village and Camping is a smart, pleasant site set on a hillside with great views from the upper reaches where the hub of the site is situated. There is a choice of shaded pitches (with 6A electricity), flat in the lower section or terraced in the upper area. The restaurant and bar have large terraces overlooking the pools and countryside. Dining here at night is a delight. Everything is neat and clean. Most visitors will wish to visit Rome and the shuttle bus to the local station some 6 km. away makes this easy.
Village Camping Santa Fortunata is situated on the hillside just outside Sorrento among olive and lemon groves. There is plenty of shade but low hanging branches make some of the pitches unsuitable for larger units. There is a steep tarmac approach to some but the stunning views over the bay more than compensate.
Tucked away in the Apennines in a small village, this interesting little campsite has many surprises. Eco-chiocciola (named after the snail wearing his house on his back) is being developed by the owner Ottavio Mazzanti as a place to enjoy the natural geographic, geological, botanical and zoological features of the area. Comforts such as the swimming pool are designed to offer relaxation when not exploring. The 40 small touring pitches, all with 6A electrical connections, are on level or gently sloping ground with some terraces, many enjoying superb views. This is a peaceful site with a distinctly rustic feel for people who enjoy natural settings. It is best suited to tent campers and small motorhomes.
On a hillside 300 meters above sea level, La Stadera is a charming rural campsite offering breathtaking views of the surrounding hills, mountains, and sea. Located just 10 kilometres from San Vittore di Cesena, this rustic retreat is a haven for those seeking tranquillity and natural beauty. La Stadera is part of an organic farm of the same name, specialising in berries and olive oil production. Its eight spacious camping pitches, ranging from 60 to 100 square meters, provide ample room for campers of all ages and nationalities. Enjoy the freedom of open spaces and the peaceful ambience that comes with staying in such a secluded location.
Camping Zocco is an excellent, professionally run site in a quiet, scenic location sloping gently down towards the lake where there is a jetty, buoys for your boat and a long pleasant shingle beach with a bar. The Sandrini family, who run this site, give British and Dutch visitors a warm welcome and English is spoken. There are 209 pitches for touring units, all with 6A electricity either on slightly sloping ground or terraced. The position and quality of the facilities make Zocco a most attractive option if you prefer a smaller, quieter site which improves year on year. A variety of trees give shade in some parts. These include olives, which provide oil for the owners and may be bought in attractive personalised bottles as a souvenir. The site has a pool and children’s pool, a smart reception and late arrivals area. Watersports can be enjoyed on the lake and boats may be launched from the site. Mobile homes to rent.
Camping Village Rocchette can be found at the heart of the Maremma woods, 6 km. to the north of Castiglione della Pescaia. This well-maintained site includes 105 modern bungalows grouped around the high-quality facilities. The 98 flat, shady touring pitches with 6A electricity are in a separate area, further away from the facilities. A 300 m. walk will take you to the beach but the on-site pool complex here is stunning with several pools to choose from to suit all ages. Excursions are organised by the campsite and, during the high season, there is a lively entertainment programme.
A mature and cheerful site, 3 km. from the sea between the famous Cinque Terre and Portofino, Valdeiva is open for most of the year. Around 60 touring pitches, with 3A electricity, are in a square at the bottom of the site, some with shade and views, and cars are parked separately. There are about 80 permanent pitches on the upper reaches of the site. Camping Valdeiva does have a small swimming pool, which is very welcome if you do not wish to take the free bus to the beach. A small busy bar/restaurant offers food at realistic prices.
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Italy
Italy’s rich history and unparalleled diversity make it a prime holiday destination all year round. Towering mountains, glassy lakes, ancient cities and golden beaches – this is a country that truly has it all. Camping in Italy is bound to be an exciting experience, no matter where you go.
Whether you want to explore historical cities, stroll around medieval hill towns, relax on sandy beaches or indulge in a little opera, good food and wine, Italy has it all.
Camping in Italy is a relaxed affair. Invariably surrounded by amazing landscapes, sensational food and plenty of real dolce vita, it’s impossible not to relax.
Camping in Italy has its own quirks and facets. For instance, pitches can sometimes be slightly smaller than in other regions, but that’s because vehicles are not permitted on many campsites (except to pitch up or at the end of your holiday). When this is the case, campsite life is so much more peaceful, and safer, without cars trundling to and fro.
Italian History
Italy is a relatively new country, being unified as recently as 1861. With some 60 million inhabitants, it remains a largely regional country with twenty distinct regions, each fiercely proud of its identity and local traditions. Italian culture has evolved over many centuries and is centred around the arts, music, architecture, family and food. Many eras have left their mark, from Roman, through Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical to today.
Italian Cuisine
Italian food has influenced cuisines around the world. To many it is simply an art form. Much of it is essentially simple: cheese, pasta, tomatoes, meat, garlic but of course the key to success is the detail, the quality and the natural passion that comes so easily to Italian chefs in the restaurant and at home.
The ripest, juiciest tomatoes, the infinite variety of pasta that comes in all shapes and sizes, the freshest of fish, all handled with care and prepared with respect. The Italians make time for eating and eat with an almost religious enthusiasm so that there is a real sense of occasion round every table.
Eating on a campsite is a doddle in Italy. The on site restaurants are invariably excellent with simple but good quality crowd pleasers. Pizza never tastes so good as in an Italian campsite restaurant, sitting on the terrace with a glass of something refreshing.
Italy’s wines are not to be missed either. Nothing says holiday quite like a glass of chilled Prosecco as the sun goes down, and an easy drinking Montepulciano or a fruity Bardolino will accompany anything from pizza to spaghetti carbonara. And when things culinary get a little more serious a Chianti or a chunky Barolo will always hit the mark.
After dinner, try a Limoncello liqueur for something a little decadent but deliciously moreish.
Northern Italy
The mountains of the Alps and the Dolomites drop down to the plains of northern Italy. The melt water makes its way down to the vast lakes for which this region is so famed. Lake Garda, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore and Lake Idro, among others, each have their own unique character but all are rather stylish with elegant waterside towns and villages offering great eateries, plenty of sightseeing, shops and places of interest. The lakes are perfect for a relaxing cruise or perhaps some watersports.
Milan is a vibrant city, with fabulous shopping, fashion houses like Armani and Dolce & Gabbana and the famous opera house, La Scala, as well as Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Last Supper’ fresco. Other cities like Bologna, Turin and Genoa have their own appeal, not least Verona with its Roman amphitheatre and Juliet’s Balcony, allegedly the inspiration for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
Central Italy
Encompassing Pisa, with its leaning tower, and Florence with its sublime views, Michelangelo’s ‘David’ and the Uffizi Gallery, it’s hard to beat Central Italy for pure ‘wow’.
Tuscany’s rolling countryside (is it ever anything else in Tuscany?) with its cypress trees, olive groves, vineyards and the gorgeous towns of Siena and San Gimignano are synonymous with this region. No surprise Tuscany is one of the country’s most visited regions.
Southern Italy
Pompeii and Herculaneum are overlooked by the ever-watchful Mount Vesuvius. The uniquely breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi coast is not to be missed, but only once you have delved into the winding narrow streets of Naples with its crumbling façades inset with Catholic shrines, and its lively markets, chaotic traffic and roaring scooters.
The beautiful islands of Elba, Sardinia and Sicily are each worth visiting, each with magnificent sandy beaches and unique charm.
At a Glance
Capital: Rome (Roma)
Climate: The south enjoys extremely hot summers and mild, dry winters, whilst the mountainous regions of the north are cooler, with heavy snowfalls in winter.
Language: Italian. There are several dialect forms, and some German is spoken near the Austrian border.
Telephone: The country code is 00 39.
Currency: The Euro (€) Banks: Mon-Fri 08.30-13.00 and 15.00-16.00.
Shops: Mon-Sat 08.30/09.00-13.00 and 15.30/16.00-19.30/20.00, with some variations in larger cities.
Public Holidays:
• New Year
• Easter Monday
• Liberation Day - 25 April
• Labour Day
• Assumption - 15 August
• All Saints - 1 November
• Immaculate Conception - 8 December
• Christmas 25 / 26 December
• Plus numerous special local feast days.