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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 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 Il Rospo di Moneglia is located in the Ligurian Riviera di Levante, directly overlooking the sea. The town centre can be reached on foot with a walk along the seafront within a few minutes. The 48 pitches for tents, campers and caravans are all on panoramic terraces overlooking the sea. The services you can find onsite are a sanitary block with hot and cold water, fully equipped bungalows, and a bar where you can enjoy tasty snacks.
This spacious city site was established in 1993 on the edge of the Trade Fair Centre of this ancient and historic city and is very clean and modern. The 120 pitches, with 6A electricity, are numbered and marked out in an orderly manner and shaded by trees. The level grass pitches are edged with “grasscrete” on the roadside, to aid car parking. There are two main areas plus a separate section for very long units. You should always find space here as there appears to be over capacity.
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.
Marina di Bibbona is a relatively little known resort situated a little to the south of Livorno and close to the better-known resort of Cecina. There are 324 good sized pitches, 173 for touring units, all with electricity and 40 with water and drainage. Most are well shaded by pine, olive and eucalyptus trees. The remainder of the site has a sunnier, more open setting with mobile homes or chalets belonging to the site or to tour operators. There is something for everyone here and the site has been thoughtfully designed and is well maintained.
Tucked away in the Apennines in a small village, this interesting little campsite has many surprises. Eco-chiocciola (named after the snail wearing his house on his back) is being developed by the owner Ottavio Mazzanti as a place to enjoy the natural geographic, geological, botanical and zoological features of the area. Comforts such as the swimming pool are designed to offer relaxation when not exploring. The 40 small touring pitches, all with 6A electrical connections, are on level or gently sloping ground with some terraces, many enjoying superb views. This is a peaceful site with a distinctly rustic feel for people who enjoy natural settings. It is best suited to tent campers and small motorhomes.
This part of Italy is becoming better known by those wishing to spend time by a lake in the splendid countryside, but away from the more crowded, better-known resorts. Lake Caldonazzo is one of the smaller Italian lakes but is excellent for watersports. Camping San Cristoforo is a relatively new site on the edge of the small town of the same name and is separated from the lake by a minor road, but with easy access. There are 157 pitches on flat grass with tarmac access roads, separated by shady trees. The pitches are of a good size and all have 6A electricity. The site is owners aim is to build a happy family atmosphere and the manager speaks excellent English.
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).
Tortuga is named after the giant turtle-like rock off the site’s beautiful sandy beach and is a large, professionally run campsite. The 450 sizeable touring pitches (all with 3/10A electricity) are on grass and coarse-grained sand and mostly shaded by tall pines with banks of colourful oleanders and superb wide paved boulevards providing easy access.
Camping Iron Gate Marina 3B is a seasonal campsite situated in Sarzana, Italy. It borders a river and boasts a large marina (section 3B) next door, perfect for boating enthusiasts. This large site is spread over 9 hectares and has 400 pitches, 200 of which have 6Amp electric hook-up points available, and some have great views of the water. Each pitch is delimited and well-shaded by mature poplar and pine trees, which are needed during the Italian summer.
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.
A lakeside site, Camping Badiaccia Village, has a relaxed atmosphere and excellent views of the surrounding hills and the islands of the lake. Being directly on the lake, with a long sandy beach, gives an almost seaside atmosphere.
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.
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.
Camping Pian dei Boschi can be found on the Ligurian Riviera, 700 m. from the sea, close to the resort of Pietra Ligure. There are 215 pitches available for touring. They are well shaded, and most have electrical connections (5-6A). A number of mobile homes are available for rent, as well as apartments (for 4-6 people). There is a large swimming pool surrounded by a wide sun terrace, with a paddling pool adjacent. The campsite restaurant includes a wood-fired pizza oven and offers an enticing range of Mediterranean cuisine. Other on-site amenities include a tennis court and sports field. An entertainment and activity programme is organised in peak season and includes evening entertainment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.