Walkers' paradise: Campsites in Italy

Agricampeggio La Piaggia

• Hilltop site a five-minute drive from the Tyrrhenian beach of Baratti
• Bolgheri 35 minutes’ drive; Riserva Naturale di Caselli 50 minutes
• Surrounded by olive groves; communal cooking facilities; launderette

Agricampeggio Madonna di Pogi

• Wooded and highly scenic site with a private lake in the Val d’Ambra
• Easy access to Florence, Siena and Chianti's vineyards
• Free supply of organic fruits and veggies and hen's eggs

Agriturismo Biologico Sant'Egle

• Off-grid, eco-friendly luxury resort in the Tuscany countryside
• A five-minute drive from Sorano; 10 minutes from Pitigliano
• Saltwater pool, hot tub, massages, gong baths and yoga sessions

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

SunLodge at Camping Barco Reale

• Family-friendly holiday park in the rural hills of Tuscany
• A 25-minute drive from Pistoia; Florence city centre 45 minutes
• Three swimming pools, bike hire, kids' club, bar and restaurant

Camping Bungalow La Pineta

• Friendly site 400 metres from the long sandy beach of Planargia
• Assistance with arranging activities and trips: discounts available
• Yoga, puppet shows, bar and restaurant serving local cuisine

Eco Bio Camping Montequestiolo

• Eco-conscious site in the high Apennines, with cycling all around
• About 10 minutes' drive from the Sassi di Roccamalatina Regional Park
• Vegetarian and vegan restaurant, serving local organic produce

Camping and Bungalows Porto Sosàlinos

• Peaceful wooded site a short walk from the beach in Cala Liberotto
• 10 minutes' drive from Orosei for boat trips and scuba diving
• Open-air gym classes, massages and bar-restaurant on site

Camping Azzurro

• Located on the shores of Lake Ledro
• 300 metres from the town centre
• A wide range of outdoor activities available near the campsite

Camping Residence Il Faro

• Seaside site in Calabria, a four-minute drive from sandy beaches
• Castles, temple ruins and marine reserve all within a half-hour drive
• Café-bar and shop on-site; bike hire and sea and mountain excursions

Tigullio Camping and Resort

• Between Portofino and the Cinque Terre
• Sandy beach within a kilometre
• Pool, restaurant and many high season events

Camping Sparaceto

• Small site in the Marche hills, two kilometres from Cingoli
• Frasassi Caves and Adriatic coast within an hour's drive
• Dog walking area, play area and communal barbecues

Camping Spiaggia Lago di Molveno

• Campsite bordering Lake Molveno at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites
• Site in Adamello Brenta Nature Park; 10 minutes’ drive to Paganella
• Wellness centre, restaurant and bar; winter or summer sports available

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

Tindari Village Camping

• Scenic site with direct access to private sandy Mediterranean beach
• A 30-minute drive from Milazzo and 35 minutes from Montalbano Elicona
• Swimming pool, pizzeria, bar, small shop and private airport transfers

Camping Ansitz Wildberg

Camping Fontemaggio

• Spacious and shaded pitches with stunning valley views
• A 15-minute walk from the historic centre of Assisi
• Restaurant with woodfired oven and bar selling homemade ice cream

Camping Avigliana Lacs

• In the Laghi di Avigliana Nature Park, 9km from Sacra di San Michele
• A 35-minute drive from Turin
• Restaurant, pool, play area and bar

Camping Baia Unci Lipari

• Opposite a beach with watersports facilities
• Restaurant and beach bar on site
• Easy to reach by ferry and bus