Camping Village Marina Chiara

In a centuries-old pine forest – and with its own sandy beach and uninterrupted sea views – Camping Village Marina Chiara in Orbetello is a place that can certainly be described as a true wildlife haven. Plus, with a base planted directly in the Tuscan Maremma, you’ll be in a privileged position for Mediterranean dips on demand as well as dives into the area's famed history.

This family-friendly site on the Silver Coast of Tuscany is a 15-minute drive from Cosa and 25 minutes from Grosseto. Everything from flamingo-packed lagoons to bone-warming thermal baths and historic Roman towns should inspire you to get out walking, cycling, munching (and maybe sipping, if the local vineyard is anything to go by) your way through the region of Tuscany.

For an easy way to explore, rent a bicycle from the site and take on the local dunes and beaches on wheels. A local farmers’ market, food shops, and restaurants are all within a 10-minute drive, although you can just as easily dip into the local Mediterranean cuisine in the on-site bar or café.

Stroll around the site and the sweet scent of pine trees will follow you around, whether it’s for picnic hour under branches or a post-lunch tennis play-off. The facilities on site are geared up for children – including a kids club, games room, outdoor playground and on-site entertainment.

The free wifi, launderette, showers and toilets on site will all stand you in good stead for an action-packed day of activities too – fishing, horse riding, surf schools and mountain biking are all within 15 minutes' drive.