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This large, beautifully maintained seaside site is about 70 kilometres northwest of Naples within a pine forest, cleverly left in its natural state. Although it does not feel like it, there are 900 touring pitches in clearings, either of grass and sand or on hardstanding, all with electricity, 80 now also with water and waste water. Finding a pitch may take time as there are so many good ones to choose from, but staff will help in season. Most pitches are well shaded, however there are some in the sun for cooler periods. The central complex is superb with well designed buildings providing for all needs (the site is some distance from the town).
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.
In a quiet situation in the Tuscan hills, six kilometres from the sea at Donoratico, this high quality site has a busy and attractive medium sized pool, overlooked by a pleasant restaurant/bar. The terrace has commanding views over the area and the sea and sunsets are spectacular. The site is set on steeply rising ground and has 213 pitches, of which 101 shaded pitches are for touring units, all with 3/10A electricity. They are in tiered rows on fairly narrow terraces. Although busy in high season, it remains peaceful at night. There is a large nature reserve adjacent and a free bus to the 20 km. long sandy beach.
In the heart of the Maremma, on the Etruscan Coast south of Livorno, Etruria Village Camping is an ideal place for a peaceful, healthy and enjoyable holiday with family and friends. It is a large, well equipped site with 200 impressive pitches, all with 6A electricity connections and with direct access to a fine sandy beach where there is a popular brasserie, open in the evenings and serving good food. Unlike many pine-dominated sites, there is an attractive open canopy with clever landscaping. The main services are centrally located and are all of a high standard.
Camping Taimì is located in Marina di Massa, Italy, offering a comfortable and eco-conscious holiday experience just 500 meters from the beach. On site you will find 83 large and shaded touring pitches (around 90m2) with 6Amp electric hook up points available. The site is well-equipped with a range of facilities designed for comfort and enjoyment. A highlight is the outdoor swimming pool featuring a wooden deck surround instead of tiles, blending harmoniously with the environment. The pool is accessible with a hoist and wheelchair access. A modern restaurant can also be found on site and provides various snacks and drinks throughout the day including breakfast with fresh croissants and cakes, and evening aperitifs. Takeaway options are also available via a dedicated app.
Camping del Sole is, in our opinion, one of Italy’s best family sites, in a wonderful setting and offering high-quality facilities. It lies on the southern edge of Lake Iseo, just outside the pretty lakeside town of Iseo and to the north of Brescia. The ancient city of Bergamo is to the west.
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.
Situated on the north side of Lake Trasimeno, close to two of the lake’s islands, Punta Navaccia is run by the three ebullient Migliorati sisters. It is a large site with 400 flat, shaded touring pitches (with 6A electricity), mostly near the lakeside. The site is adjacent to a soft sand beach and has a dock with facilities for mooring and launching your boat. The hub of the site is bustling with a full animation programme for children and adults. A huge amphitheatre stages entertainment and is located close to all the other services. This is a great and very Italian site where families will have fun at reasonable prices.
Punta Spin is a large, well-maintained site set between the road and a soft sand beach. About 300 flat touring pitches vary in size (65-100 sq.m), all with 6A electricity and with some on the beachfront (book early for these). A bicycle is an asset here to access the furthest sanitary blocks. The comprehensive amenities are clustered near the entrance and include three pools, one of which is a sophisticated paddling complex, and another is covered and heated. The restaurant and bar terraces overlook the illuminated pools, making a great setting for dinner.
Camping del Garda is directly on the lake with access through gates that provide security at night. This is one of the largest campsites around Lake Garda and is more of a self-contained holiday village with many pitches used by tour operators and permanent units. However, they are generally separate from the touring pitches. The mature trees provide shade for the 659 grass pitches, of which 337 are for touring units. Arranged in numbered rows, all have 4A electrical connections, and hedges have been cleverly trimmed for maximum attractiveness. Hard roads give access. This is a well-kept site with colour added by attractive flower beds.
This family site situated at Capo Ferrato has been owned by the same family for a quarter of a century and improvements are made every year, all of them in sympathy with the environment. The 186 reasonably sized pitches are on sand and have 3A electricity. Some have shade and views of the superb, sandy beach and the sea beyond.
The large Camping Torre Rinalda is situated directly on the outskirts of the town by the same name. On site (measuring 15.5 ha) there are no fewer than 730 touring pitches and 300 motorhome pitches. Olive trees and tamarisks provide the necessary shade. The accommodation units are separate from the camping pitches and there are also private sanitary facilities available. There is a separate glamping area with luxurious rental tents.
Camping Smeraldo is a unique and simple site near the seaside town of Moneglia. It has been formed out of a cliff face and was once the site for railway workers. Touring pitches (25) and tent pitches (35) are provided on hard terraces overlooking the sea. Electricity (3A) and artificial shade are available. A number of two- and three-bedroom chalets are also available to rent. On-site amenities are limited; a basic shop and a café/restaurant. The restaurant and its terrace provide fine sea views which are extra special on moonlit evenings. The owners are very friendly and helpful and English is spoken.
Eurcamping is about 2 km. south of the small town of Roseto degli Abruzzi. This is a pleasant and relatively quiet site, situated beside the sea, with 159 well-defined pitches. All pitches have 6A electricity, some are very large, and many have shade. There are good facilities which are grouped around the reception area including a very pleasant swimming pool with plenty of sun loungers and there is an entertainment area at the far end of the site.
Camping Village Miramare is situated on the tip of the Cavallino peninsula, the elongated promontory which separates the Venice Lagoon from the Adriatic Sea. You are just a stone's throw away from the docks of the ferries to Venice and the lagoon islands. For people looking for a quiet spot from which to visit Venice, this is an ideal site, even more so because you leave your car or motorhome here and take the ferry across to San Marco Square. The 200 grass touring pitches are spacious and well-maintained and have 6/10-amp hook-up points available.
Agricampeggio Abbruzzetti is located in Fermo, Italy. It is a small, intimate campsite, perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. On-site, you will find 25 touring pitches with electrical hook-up points available, laid out on terraces with wide panoramic views of the sea and Sibillini.
Camping Mare e Pineta is a vast site located within a pinewood at the heart of the Adriatic Riviera. The site enjoys direct access to a gently shelving sandy beach. There are 1,300 shady pitches (110 for touring), all with 6A electricity. A large number of permanent pitches are distributed throughout the site. This is a lively site in high season with a large and varied entertainment programme, including yoga, fitness classes, dance courses and live shows. There are also activities on the beach, such as volleyball, beach tennis, beach soccer, basketball and bowls.
Nestled in the River Avisio valley at an altitude of 1,450 yards in Pozza di Fassa, The family-run Camping Catinaccio Rosengarten offers 158 touring pitches and accommodation to rent. Breakfast and drinks are available at the campsite bar, and 50 yards away from the site you will find a restaurant serving local dishes. . You can also find a wellness centre at the campsite which is at extra costs and comes with a Turkish bath, sauna and relaxation area. Trekking and hiking excursions are bookable at reception, and bikes can be rented at special rates in the town centre.Close to Mount Vallaccia, Cima Undici and Cima Dodici mountains, the property is 0.6 miles from the Ciampedie-Rosengarten and Buffaure ski area.
Pian di Boccio is a small-scale campsite in the heart of Umbria. It is situated near the fortress town of Bevagna and within a radius of 60 kilometres from the most critical cities in Umbria. The campsite is uniquely located in the middle of an olive orchard with views of the mountainous landscape. Pian di Boccio has plenty of activities, such as football, tennis, volleyball, and archery. It also has a playground. With bicycle hire available from reception, they can tell you where all the best cycle routes are in the region.
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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.