Riva Mare

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Aerial view of the site and the nearby beach
Aerial view of the site and the nearby beach
Pitches
Zona attrezzata
Plenty of space on the pitch
Level pitches
Reception
Motorhomes in the shade
Zone ombreggiate
1/49
New
Pitches
Zona attrezzata
Plenty of space on the pitch

  • Motorhome pitches on the Salento coast, 10 minutes’ drive from Ugento
  • Santa Maria di Leuca half an hour’s drive; Lecce 50 minutes
  • Direct access to a sandy beach; playground; bike hire; restaurant
Riva Mare is exactly where its name says it is: on the sea shore. That’s the shore of the Ionian Sea, in case you were wondering, which around these parts (the Salento area of Puglia) is renowned for its crystal-clear waters. The site has direct access to a wide white-sand beach where you can hire umbrellas and sun loungers. So far, so excellent – especially for those who wish to spend their holidays swimming or paddleboarding. However, this peaceful site (which is fenced and monitored 24/7) is also in a sweet spot for practical types who like to keep on top of daily chores such as grocery shopping: the resort of Torre San Giovanni, with its shops and restaurants (plus pharmacies and other services), is a 10-minute walk away (or a five-minute drive). Shaded grass and sand motorhome pitches come with optional electric hook-up (for an extra fee), and facilities include a playground, a dog park and picnic tables where you can devour meals from the on-site restaurant or your own picnic, created with quality ingredients sourced from local vendors. There are also toilet/shower facilities (including bathrooms with wide doorways for wheelchair accessibility), a launderette and a drying room, as well as a dispenser with cold filtered drinking water (still or sparkling). A bike-hiring service makes it possible to explore the area on two wheels. You might want to stick to the coastline and the beaches, or head inland to visit places like Ugento (25 minutes’ bike ride, or 10 minutes by car), home to an archaeological museum with artefacts unearthed locally.

Site type

Tent pitches 5
Touring caravan pitches 116
Motorhome pitches 116
Caravans for hire 2
Open all year
Opens

Tourist board rating

Please note

Admission

  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.

Extras

  • A charge of €1.00 (£0.86) applies for the use of the shower.
  • Facilities/activities including washing machines and dryers, microfiltered refrigerated water (still and sparkling) are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Italian

Portuguese

Spanish

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Reviews

7.8

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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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75% would recommend this site to a friend

50% would stay here again

What customers say

Reviewers enjoyed an absolutely relaxing seven-day stay, praising the location. However, some noted a lack of shade and issues with the shower facilities.

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Carmenza C. 1 review

Electric optional grass and sand motorhome pitch

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Christophe D. 1 review

Electric optional grass and sand motorhome pitch

Liked The location,

Disliked No shadow, bad shower place,

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Abbiamo passato 7 giorni di relax assoluto

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10 out of 10
Location
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Value for money
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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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 Irma D. 1 review

Electric optional grass and sand motorhome pitch

Liked Tutto

Disliked Niente

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Gastronomic delight Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Aire Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Bathrooms: Wide doorways (over 30 inches/75cm) Dedicated quiet space Level site, no steep slopes Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Step-free or level access Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Drainage hook-up points for tourers Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Tourer storage facilities Water hook-up points for tourers

Location

Riva Mare

Via Lungolago Quinto Ennio

Torre San Giovanni

Ugento

Lecce

Italy

73059

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Rome CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

39.88704°N
18.12135°E

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Gallipoli (25 minutes’ drive) has heaps to commend it, besides its spectacular beaches. Cross the bridge to the island that is home to the Old Town, with its 15th-century castle, a cathedral with an elaborately ornate façade and cobbled alleyways lined by pretty whitewashed homes. Santa Maria di Leuca (half an hour) is the southernmost point of Italy’s boot spur, and it sits where the Ionian Sea meets the Adriatic. Climb the headland to visit the Sanctuary of Santa Maria de Finibus Terrae, with splendid views over the water. Going on a boat trip means you get to explore the caves and grottoes that dot the nearby coastline. The Giuseppe Garibaldi Public Gardens in Lecce (50 minutes) have fountains, shaded paths and a central folly. The city is known for its Baroque architecture, which is visible in structures such as the remarkable Basilica of the Holy Cross. The Children’s Museum has interactive hands-on displays.

Food and drink

  • Scoglio di Pirro Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • Exedra Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • Friggitoria del Porto Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • Underground Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • Spaghetti Espress Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • Nauticus Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • Lu Pescatore Restaurant 0.4 mi
  • La Bottega dei Sapori Restaurant 0.5 mi
  • Trattoria U Purpitiellu Restaurant 0.5 mi
  • Baxter Restaurant 0.5 mi

Groceries

  • Supermercato Adriana Supermarket 0.4 mi
  • Superesse Supermarket 1.3 mi
  • Mini Market Supermarket 1.6 mi
  • Coop Supermarket 3.3 mi
  • Vite colta Off-licence 3.4 mi
  • Coop Supermarket 3.4 mi
  • Supermercato A&O Supermarket 3.5 mi
  • Eurospin Supermarket 3.5 mi
  • Lidl Supermarket 3.8 mi
  • Supermercato Leffe Supermarket 4 mi

Parks and play

  • Roby-Baby Playground 2 mi
  • Parco Sorriso di Ugento Park 2.6 mi
  • Piazza Italia Park 3.3 mi
  • Parco Ausentum Park 3.4 mi
  • Piazzetta Ozan Park 3.4 mi
  • Piazza Pompeo Colonna Park 3.6 mi
  • Parco delle Mura Messapiche Park 3.6 mi
  • Piazza Immacolata Park 3.7 mi
  • Largo Croce Park 3.8 mi
  • Parco degli Ulivi Park 4.2 mi

Public transport

  • 108 Bus stop 1.5 mi
  • bus 108 Bus stop 4.7 mi
  • Melissano Bus station 6.1 mi

Beaches

  • Lido Marini Beach 3.9 mi

What’s nearby

  • Emporio del Corso General shop 4.3 mi
  • Porto di Torre Pali Marina 5.7 mi

Local services

  • Farmacia Giammito Dr. Antonio Pharmacy 0.4 mi
  • IP Fuel station 0.4 mi
  • Jpetroli Fuel station 2.3 mi
  • IP Fuel station 2.9 mi
  • Dispensario Dott. A. Giammito Pharmacy 2.9 mi
  • Api-Ip Fuel station 3.5 mi
  • Farmacia Salus Pharmacy 3.5 mi
  • Parafarmacia erboristeria Pharmacy 3.6 mi
  • Farmacia Trotta Pharmacy 3.7 mi
  • IP Fuel station 3.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Riva Mare have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Riva Mare dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Riva Mare? Gallipoli (25 minutes’ drive) has heaps to commend it, besides its spectacular beaches. Cross the bridge to the island that is home to the Old Town, with its 15th-century castle, a cathedral … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Riva Mare?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  8 a.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Riva Mare? From £10.27 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.