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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).
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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 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.
There are some campsites where you can be comfortable, have all the amenities at hand and still feel you are connecting with nature. Under the pine and eucalyptus trees of the Bay of Taranto foreshore is Camping Riva di Ugento. Its 1000 pitches nestle in and around the sand dunes and the foreshore area.
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.
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.
On the southern shore of Lake Garda, Le Palme is a quiet site on the attractive Riviera degli Olivi, yet within easy reach of numerous attractions including several theme parks. There are 133 touring pitches, all with electricity (6-10A), water and waste water connections. Trees provide some shade throughout and a few pitches have spectacular views across the lake, for which a supplement is payable. Some mobile homes and chalets are available for hire. Nearby Lazise and Peschiera del Garda are both attractive towns with plenty of history, as well as shops, bars and restaurants. The ancient city of Verona is an easy drive away.
Blucamp is an attractive site in a tranquil setting with fabulous views, near the pretty village of Campiglia Marittima. The islands of Elba and Capraia can be sighted as you check in at reception. The 113 touring pitches (50-80 sq.m) are terraced, all have 4A electricity (14 are fully serviced) and trees provide shade. One area is set aside for tents only and cars are parked off the pitches in numbered bays. This is a very peaceful site with attentive owners and would suit those who prefer not to holiday on the more lively and larger coastal sites.
Sabbiadoro is a large, top quality site that caters very well for children. It is divided into two parts with separate entrances and efficient receptions. It has 974 touring pitches and is ideal for families who like all their amenities to be close by. The level, grassy pitches vary in size, are shaded by attractive trees and have electricity (6-10A) and TV connections. The facilities are all in excellent condition and well thought out, especially the pool complex, and everything here is very modern, safe and clean. The site’s private beach (with 24-hour guard) is only 250 m. away and has its own showers, toilets and baby rooms.
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.
Camping Lo Schioppo is a campsite in Abruzzo, Italy, nestled in the woods near a river. It provides a peaceful and natural camping experience. The village of La Grancia is three kilometres away, and the town of Morino, with more amenities like restaurants, shops, and a train station, is a ten-minute drive away. You will arrive at the attractive site via a hilly road along a valley and be welcomed by the Tagliola family. This terraced site is well maintained with 50 spacious touring notches with electric hook-up points available.
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.
Ca’Savio is an extensive, family-owned site that is almost 50 years old. It is in the traditional Italian style and is set on a wide, sandy, Blue Flag beach that is safe for swimming. The beach is separated from the pitches by a pleasant open area and a row of bungalows. There are many activities here, some requiring additional payment.
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.
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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.