Camping in Basilicata
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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.
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.
Camping Nettuno is owned and run by the friendly Mauro family, who speak excellent English. Nestled in the bay of Marina del Cantone, it is situated in the protected area of Punta Campanella, away from the busiest tourist spots. As a result, the approach roads are difficult and narrow. This small campsite of only 60 pitches (with 4A electricity available) is spread over three levels above the pebbly beach, and there are about 60 mobile homes. Up several steps and across the road are the amenities, reception, shop and dive centre, and then above this is a restaurant with magnificent views over the bay. Pitches are informally arranged, some with a fabulous sea view (extra charge), most with shade. Because the site is tucked into the hillside pitches are small and close together, but there is plenty of cheerful assistance to find the best place. The site has two pathways to the nearby beach that, unusually, for the area involves little walking or steps.
Camping Oasi is located to the south of Venice at the mouth of the river Brenta. After leaving the centre of Sottomarina, you will enter a quieter environment with many campsites, each with their own access to a private beach. On-site, you will find 310 grass pitches, of which 150 are for touring units and have 6-amp hook-up points. There are 100 seasonal pitches and 60 mobile homes available to hire. The pitches are usually spacious enough, just a bit tight for larger outfits, so bear that in mind when travelling here. The site is well maintained with flower beds and trees jotted around the site.
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 Free Time is 700 m. from the beach (by road train) and 500 m. from the little resort of Marina di Bibbona. The sister site to IT66356 nearby, it is attractively landscaped with eye-catching flowers, while trees provide welcome shade to most of the 111 level grass pitches, all with 10A electricity. Forty-four have thatched private facilities with toilet and shower, outside kitchen and patio. The bar/waiter service restaurant/pizzeria complex overlooks the lagoon-style pool and paddling pool and offers a reasonably priced and varied menu. There is also a superb thatched open-air gym and sauna alongside the fishing lakes, in addition to a new entertainment area and bar.
Al Boschetto is a lovely and peaceful, family-owned, beachside site which prides itself on offering a thoughtful service to its customers and has a particular appeal to families. It has an open green and pleasant feel and everything is well maintained. Of 337 pitches, 240 are for touring units (6A Europlug) and 190 of the flat, variable-sized pitches (55-100 sq.m) are fully serviced. The remaining pitches are taken by seasonal units, which do not affect the touring areas. An abundance of flowers and trimmed foliage gives the site a pleasant garden atmosphere. This is a great site for families who do not want the razzamatazz and noise of the bigger sites. All facilities are open during the whole season and the site is perfect for a relaxing holiday. The restaurant has three identifiable areas, the best has linen laid tables and a typical, homely Italian feel; or try the pizzas, which you can take away if you wish.
Baia Verde is a smart, well-equipped and peaceful campsite located in the attractive village of Manerba on the southwestern corner of Lake Garda, backed by the Valtenesi hills. The site leads down towards the lake and overlooks the large sandy expanse of beach, making this an appealing campsite for families with young children.
Camping Village Santapomata is a traditional type of campsite with direct access to a sandy beach. There are 362 pitches with just 2A electricity, shaded by tall pines. Pitches vary from roomy to rather tight, some are close to the beach and have privacy. The whole site appears a little dated but is popular with some regular visitors and prices are reasonable compared to some in the area. A short walk takes you to the first section of beach where you are required to pay for sun loungers and umbrellas, filling the beach in unbroken rows. The area beyond this is free but you will have a longer walk. Off-pitch parking is compulsory.
Macugnaga Natural Camping offers a tranquil escape at the foot of the majestic Monte Rosa. Renowned as one of the Ossola Valley's seven wonders, this picturesque region is famous for its stunning mountain vistas. Whether you're seeking winter or summer adventures, Macugnaga has something to offer for everyone staying here. The campsite itself provides a comfortable and welcoming environment. The reception, housed in a traditional Italian building, provides a warm greeting for guests. On-site, there are 50 touring itches of, which have 6-amp electric hook-up points available. The tent pitches are spacious; however, the Touring pitches are smaller and not delimited.
Adria is a modest site at first glance, however one soon realises this is a real gem. Unusually for the Adriatic, the setting is tranquil as there is no road or rail noise. Alongside the pretty beach, the site is surrounded by fields and a nature reserve. The pitches (50-100 sq.m) are level and have 10A electricity. Well shaded in the older area, the trees in the new area are beginning to provide welcome shade. The exciting new pool complex is a fun setting for both day and evening entertainment. This family orientated site really does give value for money. When we visited, children of all ages were having great fun with the entertainment staff.
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.
This pleasant site is in a superb location with magnificent views over Lake Bracciano and Castello Odescalchi. Although it was busy when we visited, it was still peaceful and relaxing. There are 275 flat, shaded pitches with 6A electricity (Europlug). A pleasant, covered restaurant offers pizza and a limited menu. Set alongside the lake with its fabulous views, the restaurant complex has a large terrace, as does a smaller indoor area. Elide speaks excellent English and will happily go out of her way to ensure guests enjoy their holiday. Many of the visitors told us that they return year after year and some stay for 8 to 12 weeks at a time, enjoying all that the Lazio region has to offer.
Camping Village Du Parc is a very pleasant, family owned site which resembles a Tardis, in that it extends and extends as you progress further through the site. Olive groves are interspersed with the pitch areas which gives an open and green feel. The site is set on a slope that goes down to the lakeside beach of soft sand. The 242 touring pitches are terraced and all have 5A electricity. Units above 10 m. long will be challenged by some of the corners here. Pitches are separated by trimmed hedges and some have shade, others have fine views of the lake.
Punta Indiani is on a small peninsula on the northwestern shore of Lake Caldonazzo, one of the smaller and most easterly of the Italian lakes. This simple, family run campsite is split into three camping areas. Two are split by a railway line (the trains only run during the day – great for train spotters). There are 115 pitches here which vary in size, all with 3/4A electricity, some with shade. Many have a superb position being right on the shores of this beautiful lake. There are limited amenities on the site, but a rear gate gives access to the town which has all the usual facilities and these compensate for the site’s simplicity. This site is very popular with windsurfers and offers uncomplicated camping at reasonable prices for all.
This small, quiet site with its beautiful lakeside setting, surrounded by steep, tree-clad hills is under the same ownership as Camping Lago di Levico (IT62290). It is located at the southern edge of the Dolomites and is only 110 km. from Venice and the Adriatic. This is an ideal site to spend some time just relaxing, walking or cycling in this most attractive region.
Rais Gerbi provides very good quality camping, with excellent facilities, on the beautiful Tyrrhenian coast, not far from Cefalu. This attractive terraced campsite is shaded by well-established trees, and the 216 good-sized touring pitches (6A electricity) vary from informal areas under the trees near the sea to gravel terraces and hardstandings. Most have stunning views, many with their own sinks and with some artificial shade to supplement the trees.
Lake Idro, one of the smaller northern Italian lakes, is tucked away in the mountains west of Lake Garda. Rio Vantone is on the lake's southeast shore with marvellous views across the water to the villages on the opposite bank and surrounding mountains.
Camping Village Laguna Blu is a large site, pleasantly placed between the sea and a huge lagoon, the beach being directly across the road from the site. Most of the 600 pitches (450 for touring units) have 6A electricity and are shaded with pine and eucalyptus trees. Some pitches are in the trees; others are on level ground in long rows, the end ones enjoying lagoon-side positions. A considerable number are fully serviced. On-site amenities are close to the entrance and include a novel white, canvas-roofed restaurant/pizzeria plus a self-service restaurant. The site offers an ambitious entertainment programme and many watersports, notably windsurfing and sailing. It is also a good base for exploring northern Sardinia. One of the most popular excursions is to the beautiful Grotte di Nettuno (Neptune’s Grotto). The site is a member of the Baia Group and reflects its high standards.
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Basilicata
Southern Italy forms the lower boot of the Italian peninsula, containing the ankle (Abruzzo and Molise and southern Lazio), the toe (Calabria), and the heel (Apulia). On the eastern coast is the Adriatic Sea, leading into the rest of the Mediterranean through the Strait of Otranto. On the Adriatic, south of the spur of the boot, the peninsula of Monte Gargano, the Gulf of Salerno, the Gulf of Naples, and the Gulf of Gaeta are each named after a large coastal city. Basilicata is a remote and wild region that has remained largely unspoilt.
Basilicata is mostly an upland country, scattered with ruins. The brooding town of Melfi has a formidable Norman castle, while nearby Venosa was once the largest Roman colony. The town has an archaeology park with remains of Roman baths and an amphitheatre.
Basilicata has two provinces: Matera and Potenza.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Places of interest
Matera: Town perched on edge of a ravine.
Sassi di Matera: Cave network inhabited since the Paleolithic era with excavations & expansions over the years.
Palombaro lungo: Subterranean cistern carved from rock beneath a busy plaza in the 19th century, with guided tours.
Parco Regionale della Murgia Materana: Rugged regional park featuring churches carved out of caves & cliffs, one with 8th-c. frescoes.
Casa Grotta nei Sassi di Matera: Historical site featuring a recreated cave dwelling with period furnishings, tools & artifacts.
Melfi Castle: Square-towered fortress, built by Normans in the 11th century & stretching across a verdant hilltop.
CUISINE OF THE REGION
Cuisine of the region
Cuisine of Basilicata is mainly based on the use of pork and sheep, beans, cereals and vegetables, with the addition of aromas such as hot peppers, powdered raw peppers and horseradish. The local gastronomy is for historical-cultural reasons, typically based on simple recipes and on the culture of reuse, in particular of meat and bread.
Cavatelli e fagioli: A hearty pasta dish made with cavatelli pasta, beans, tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil.
Pasta mollicata: A simple but delicious pasta dish made with stale bread, onions, tomatoes, and red wine.
Rafanata: A savoury omelet made with potatoes, horseradish, eggs, and cheese.
Lucanica: A traditional sausage made with pork, fennel seeds, and hot peppers.
Canestrato di Moliterno: A hard, aged cheese made from sheep's milk.