Peaceful: Campsites in Italy

Belvedere Tenda Camping

• Nearly wild Abruzzo camping 10 minutes’ drive from Francavilla al Mare
• Pescara half an hour’s drive; Parco Nazionale della Maiella an hour
• Pitches with sea views shaded by olive trees; restaurant on site

SunLodge at Camping Cisano San Vito

• Well-equipped static caravans on the shoreline of Lake Garda
• Bardolino, Gardaland and Caneva Aquapark within 10 minutes' drive
• Three swimming pools, kids' activities and lakeside restaurant

Spinnaker Village Camping

• Pine forest site minutes from the sea
• Pool, sports court, restaurant and mini market
• Also with motorhome service point

Glamping Terre di Sacra

BeVedetta Lodges

• Luxury hillside glampsite with spectacular Tuscany views near Grosseto
• A 20-minute drive to Cala Violina beach; 25 minutes to Massa Marittima
• Roomy safari tents with kitchens, bathrooms, proper beds and decking

Glamping Pian delle Ginestre

• Safari tents at a small adults-only Tuscany glampsite near Sassetta
• Volterra, Gulf of Baratti and Bolgheri wineries within an hour's drive
• Swimming pool, hot tub and restaurant on site; breakfast included

Villaggio Camping Da Mario

• Beachfront site near Marina di Mandatoriccio
• Restaurant/pizzeria, two bars, gym and swimming pool
• Direct access to serviced beach with boats and pedaloes to hire

Glamping Lost

• Luxurious geodesic dome 15 minutes' walk from Monsampolo del Tronto
• Ascoli Piceno and San Benedetto del Tronto both 20 minutes' drive
• Private hot tub, sauna and Turkish bath, plus fridge and TV

Villaggio Le Mimose

• Seafront site in Porto Sant’Elpidio, with direct beach access
• A 35-minute drive to Ancona; an hour to Frasassi Caves
• Restaurant, outdoor pool, kids' club and dog facilities on site

Il Cinisco

• Quiet family site on the edge of the village of Frontone
• Shuttle bus runs to Monte Catria for a range of outdoor activities
• Access to a natural swimming pool with waterfalls in the Cinisco river

Botel Diffuso Dei Laghi

• Eco-friendly floating accommodation at Porto Ceresio on Lake Lugano
• A 40-minute drive to Lugano; Ca’ del Monte and Brusimpiano 10 minutes
• Lake or mountain views from the decking; restaurants 10 minutes’ walk

Baia del Silenzio

• Family-friendly site with private beach in the Cilento National Park
• Organise scuba diving, bike tours and boat trips on site
• Sea-view pool, restaurant, bar, spa and lots of kids' activities

Top Village

• Quiet Liguria holiday village 10 minutes’ drive from Cogoleto beaches
• Beigua Regional Natural Park 20 minutes; Genoa half an hour
• Swimming pool with spectacular coastline and mountain views

Azienda Agricola Della Mezzaluna

• Stunningly scenic site between the Versilia coast and the Apuan Alps
• Gypsy caravans among vineyards, trees and olive grove
• Pool overlooking the sea; produce made on site available to buy

Area Camper Bagnolo del Salento

• No-frills Puglia wild camping in olive groves at Bagnolo del Salento
• A 20-minute drive to Salento beaches, Otranto and Santa Cesarea Terme
• Family-friendly site just five minutes’ walk to shops and bars

Camping North Wind

• Small family-run site on the northern shore of spectacular Lake Como
• Public transport to local villages stops just outside the site
• Bar serving coffee, cold drinks and tasty local cuisine

Villaggio Camping Grotta dell'Acqua

• Site with access to a sandy beach and sea cave, Tremiti Island tours
• In between Vieste and Peschici, a 30-minute drive from either town
• Bar, pizzeria and small shop on site; entertainment in summer months

Camping Laguna Village

• A few steps from the beach
• Conveniently located to explore Venice and its lagoon
• Large pool and entertainment activities

Agriturismo Terrauzza sul Mare

• Family site with direct access to spectacular Sicilian beaches
• A 20-minute drive from the museums, galleries and sights of Syracuse
• Artistic ceramic workshops available on site

Agriturismo Serraiola Alta

• Well-maintained, peaceful and pet-friendly farm with a swimming pool
• A 10-minute drive to Suvereto and half an hour to the Etruscan Coast
• Bell tent includes kitchenette, wifi access and private bathroom