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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.
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.
Diomedee is situated at the far end of the Gargano peninsula, close to the Foresta Umbra, and is part of a chain. The site has 170 level touring pitches (6A). Some shade is obtained from mature trees and screens, and some flat, beachside pitches are available. A beach-front restaurant/pizzeria offers a varied menu of Italian cuisine and international dishes catering for tourists. It is a great spot to watch the sunset in the summer evenings.
This site is in an ideal location, being directly across the road from the beach and a short distance from the town. The pitches, all with water and electricity, are laid out in a grid pattern, divided by trees which give shade. Additional shade is provided by overhead netting. The main building and the toilet blocks are dated but clean. The town of Praia a Mare is busy, serving a wide area of hinterland. It has a one-way main street with a broad, shady pedestrianised area alongside, lined with shops and cafés.
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.
Encircled by hills, Baia Azzurra is a cool green site with lots of trees. There are 260 pitches with 180 average sized, grassy pitches for touring units. These are flat, shaded by tall trees and some have artificial shade. All have 3A electricity and eight also have water and drainage. This is a neat site with a regular layout and amenities are away from the pitches. The focal point of the site is the lagoon-shaped pool with bridge, modern restaurant and entertainment complex. There is direct access, across a minor road and a 150 m. walk, to the gently sloping sandy beach with plenty of loungers and umbrellas. This beach may be difficult for those with reduced mobility.
Camping Village Roma Capitol is located in the heart of the Castel Fusano Pinewood Protected Nature Reserve in Ostia Antica. This site is ideal for those wanting to visit Rome and discover the surrounding area, such as the hills of the Castelli Romani and the coast of Ostia.
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.
Camping Village Panoramico Fiesole is a mature but pleasant site in a superb hilltop situation offering wonderful views over Florence. The 120 pitches, all with 5A electricity, are on terraces and steep walks to and from the various facilities could cause problems for guests with mobility problems. There is shade in many parts of the site.
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.
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.
Mugello Verde is a country, hillside site with 100 good sized pitches for motorhomes and caravans and smaller pitches for tents. All have 6A electricity. Some are on flat ground; others are on steep terraces where mature trees provide shade. The big attraction here is the site’s proximity to the international Mugello racing track, just 5 km. away. It is used by Ferrari for practice runs and is also an international car and motorcycling track. The site has a pleasant, open feel and the accommodation for hire does not impinge on the touring area. The on-site restaurant serves food at reasonable prices, and the large terrace overlooks the pool which is also used by locals. The bar has a TV, and the local racing is covered fairly constantly. English is spoken at reception where much tourist information is available. A good site, particularly for motor racing enthusiasts, and there are also mobile homes for rent.
This well developed site, south of Livorno, is fashioned out of a very extensive area of natural undulating woodland (with low trees) famous for wild boar. The fact that the site is cleverly divided into separate areas for families and couples, including those in touring units, shows the owner’s desire to reduce any possibility of noise for families on the site. There are 372 pitches for touring units in separate clearings with shade, most of a good size, plus 200 large caravans to rent along with ten bungalows. Electricity (5A) is available in all parts (long leads are required for some pitches).
Situated at the south end of the small town of Martinsicuro on the Adriatic coast, this excellent site offers a first-class camping experience with a great ambience. Set in pleasant, neat, landscaped gardens and obviously well planned, there are 334 pitches for touring units varying in size from 60 to 120 sq.m. There are 140 pitches with water, drainage and electricity and a further 23 with a private bathroom on the pitch. Across a beach road is a long beach of soft sand and a promenade with the usual seaside facilities. This is a great site for low or high season, especially for families with children. Riva Nuova has something for everyone. A bonus is the backdrop of the Gran Sasso d’Italia (highest peak 2,912 m). The site nestles between the Parco Nazionale d’Abruzzo and the turquoise Adriatic. Abruzzo, dominated by the Apennines, is a brooding, introspective land of shepherds. There is much to explore here including Atri, Lanciano and Sulmona.
Camping Saint Michael is a pleasant, family owned site and is quietly situated close to the Migliarino National Park and around 600 m. from a sandy beach. Beneath the site’s trees there are 150 level pitches, 30 of which are occupied by seasonal units, all with 4A electrical connections. Around the perimeter there are 30 mobile homes to rent. This site is mainly used by Italian holiday makers and there is plenty to do here in high season with much activity focused on the beach although a great new pool has been added. There is also a children’s club catering for different ages. Tirrenia and Marina di Pisa are 2.5 km. away, with all the amenities of typical Italian resorts. The Massaciuccoli National Park is very close and well worth a visit.
This is a very peaceful and straightforward campsite located in a wooded valley with plenty of shade. There are 50 informally arranged pitches with 6A electricity connections. Some pitches are a little uneven and the site slopes in parts. Amenities include a small, fenced swimming pool (with lifeguard) and a restaurant serving simple food from the region. This campsite is ideal for outdoor activity enthusiasts. The area is also excellent for hill walking and mountain biking, with a pleasant excursion possible up Monte Catria where wild horses graze on the lower slopes.
Camping Vidor - Family & Wellness Resort is a very smart, family-run site is in a beautiful mountainous setting and has the most fabulous infrastructure. The 150 pitches are of average size with 16A electricity connections, some also with water, drainage and hardstanding. Vidor has excellent facilities including a super new reception, camping shop, high-quality restaurant and pizzeria (serving local cuisine with special menus for children), and a café with terrace and lounge. There is a wellness centre with an indoor heated swimming pool with whirlpool etc. (charged), plus a superb beauty centre offering a large variety of modern treatments. This is a stunning site with all you need for a family holiday in the mountains.
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.
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.
Set alongside the beautiful Adriatic coast with its long, soft sand beaches, this site has 270 pitches, all with 6A electricity, 200 with water and waste water. The site is aimed at families, and the swimming pools, play areas and entertainment programme will keep everyone busy. The atmosphere is lively and the management do their utmost to keep everyone happy. There is a self-service restaurant and a lovely bar/café on the beach, with a gelateria and superb miniclub. A novel feature is the American-style grill bar serving mouth watering food.
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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.