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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 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 large, traditional, lakeside site is a merger of two different sites with the result that the 354 pitches (about 175 for touring units) appear randomly dispersed around the site. However, those alongside the lake are in small groups and close together; the main bar, restaurant and shop are also located at the lower level. The main area is at the top of a fairly steep hill on slightly sloping or terraced grass and has slightly larger pitches.
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.
Camping Villaggio dei Fiori is open all year round. This open and spacious site is a member of the Sunêlia group and maintains very high standards. It is excellent for exploring the Italian and French Rivieras, a guided tour to Monte Carlo in particular, or for just relaxing by the enjoyable, filtered seawater pools or on the private beach. Unusually, all of the pitch areas at the site are totally paved, with huge pitches for large units. Electricity (3/6A) is available to all 107 pitches. Water, drainage and an outside sink with cold water is available for every four pitches in one area. There is ample shade on some pitches from mature trees and shrubs, which are constantly watered and cared for in summer. The pitches along the seafront are superb and enjoy great views. This is an excellent site and we loved it here!
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.
Capo d’Orso is a large, attractive, terraced site with views of the Maddalena Archipelago. Set into a hillside that slopes down to the sea, the 450 terraced pitches (40-80 sq.m) are of gravel, grass and sand, some with views over the sea and some others set alongside the beach. All have 3A electricity. Access to the pitches is good despite the rocky terrain. Cars are parked away from the pitches in high season. The very Italian restaurant at the top of the amenities building serves delicious meals and has a covered terrace giving excellent sea views. This site is suitable for families.
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.
Camping Toscolano is located in Toscolano Maderno, on the western shore of Lake Garda, in the province of Brescia, Italy. It offers a unique setting, being situated within the historical walls of a former 14th-century monastery, providing a charming and tranquil atmosphere among cypress trees. The campsite boasts direct access to Lake Garda, with its own private beach (both sandy and pebbly sections). This offers opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and various water sports. It's conveniently located with a w walkway leading to the port of Toscolano and within walking distance of the town centres of both Toscolano and Maderno. Guests can enjoy beautiful views of Lake Garda on one side and the Dolomites mountains on the other.
This small, tranquil site is inland, in a cool area of olive groves and the vineyards that produce Vernacchia wines. There are 46 grassy touring pitches here, all fully serviced (16A electricity) with shade from cork trees. On-site amenities include a pleasant swimming pool with lifeguard and, overlooking the pool, a bar/restaurant specialising in local cuisine. Musical entertainment is provided in high season. The site will be pleased to recommend walking and cycling routes in the area and there is a great deal to explore, including numerous ancient archaeological sites. We enjoyed this refreshing experience, which is a complete contrast to the beach areas.
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 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.
The name means Little Fountain as springs provide all the drinking water here. The Maurizio family have worked hard to provide a most pleasant site for campers. There are 60 terraced pitches for touring units on a sloping site, all with 3/6A electricity and shade from mature olives. Once settled on the pitch, cars are parked separately.
Belvedere Pineta is situated on the edge of an almost entirely land-locked lagoon, 5 km. from Grado on the northern Adriatic Sea. A minor road runs between the site and the lagoon and a bridge over this connects the site with the beach of fine sand. It is a large site with 900 touring pitches arranged in regular rows with most under shade provided by the many tall pine trees which cover the site. Most are of reasonable size and all have electricity. An area of accommodation to let is to one side of the camping area. In high season a large programme of sport and entertainment for children and adults is organised. With two pools, an area for ball games, tennis courts, minigolf and the beach there are plenty of activities to enjoy. In nearby Aquileia, once the fourth city of the Roman Empire, is one of the world’s most magnificent mosaic floors. Excursions can be made by rail to Venice and other places in the region.
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.
With panoramic views of Lago Trasimeno, Camping Village Cerquestra offers an idyllic retreat for those seeking a tranquil Italian escape. This charming campsite, situated on the border between Umbria and Tuscany, provides the perfect base for exploring the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region. On-site, there are 61 touring pitches, of which have 6-amp electric hook-up points. While Cerquestra may appear small, its terraced layout ensures ample privacy for campers, thanks to the lush vegetation. Though not directly on the lake, the campsite boasts stunning views of the waters. The higher pitches offer even more spectacular views.
The medieval Manhattan of San Gimignano is one of Tuscany’s most popular sites and this new campsite lies just 2 km from the town. There are 35 touring pitches here, all with 6A electrical connections and some with shade from mature trees. There are other areas suitable for tents and about 50 mobile homes to rent. The site is in woodland surrounded by olive groves and vineyards and has been developed with much care for the environment, using rain water for irrigation and with many solar panels. Located with a sports centre, the site has use of many of the sporting amenities (tennis carries an extra charge). The swimming pool alongside the site is shared with the public, but site security is good.
Casa dei Prati is a small family site on the southern side of the island of Elba, the largest in the Tuscan archipelago. The site is close to the pebble beach of Margidore. Casa dei Prati is attractively laid out amongst almond, eucalyptus and pine trees. Pitches are well shaded and most have electrical connections. After unloading, parking is arranged in a separate area. There are also apartments and mobile homes here (available to rent). Leisure facilities include a swimming pool (and separate pool for children) with fine views of the surrounding hills. There is a small bar serving snacks and a shop.
This is a pleasant, well maintained site with a good swimming pool. The pool is overlooked by 35 rental apartments that form part of a block that also houses the bar and restaurant area. The site is popular with Italian, Dutch and German holidaymakers and booking is essential in high season. The touring pitches are quite small, ranging from 30 to 70 sq.m. and access to some would be difficult for larger units. All the pitches have water and 6A electricity. The location of this site is quite remote and a free shuttle minibus to the beach and to Finale Ligure is operated by the site at pre-defined times during the day.
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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.