Cascina Mottainai
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- Small off-grid site in the hills 20 minutes' drive from Bologna
- On the route of Via Mater Dei and bordering a natural park
- Simple pitches with access to campfire area; dogs welcome
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- Access is via an uphill dirt road, so it's best to travel here in smaller vehicles only (maximum 6 metres).
Languages spoken
English
French
Italian
Pitch types & availability
8

Electric mixed tent pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Mixed
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom €30 (€30)
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Electric gravel and earth motorhome pitch
4 people maximum
Ground type: Gravel and earth
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 10m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom €40 (€40)
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Vintage Van "Ermanno" gypsy caravan
3 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Dimensions: 6.6ft width × 13.1ft length
Arrival daysFrom €200 (€200)
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Reviews
92% would recommend this site to a friend
92% would stay here again
What customers say
A small, peaceful eco-campsite with great views and friendly hosts. Easy access to Bologna, but the road is steep & stony. Toilet facilities are a bit limited, and watch out for mozzies in hot, still weather – though improvements are happening.
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Last updated 2026/07/14
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Lugar perfecto para desconectar en un…
Electric gravel and earth motorhome pitch
Liked Lugar perfecto para desconectar en un ambiente eco-camping agrícola en las alturas.
Plazas amplias, piscina y un huésped (Roberto) amable y presente. Zonas comunes con cocina, frigo etc. Hay muchos detalles a descubrir como un columpio escondido etc. Muy chulo el proyecto que ha creado.
A probar si estáis por Bologna.
Atención lo único a la subida. Camino de piedras, a veces bien empinado. Sin problema para furgo y automáticos, quizá hacer atención para vehículos más grandes.
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Ambiente naturale e molto accogliente e…
Electric mixed tent pitch
Liked Ambiente naturale e molto accogliente e pulito.
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We had such a lovely stay…
Electric gravel and earth motorhome pitch
Liked We had such a lovely stay here with Rob and Magdalena! Their home is beautiful and they made their space so welcoming. The location was really ideal for us, with a great view and nice shade for our camper van, and also in terms of its proximity to Bologna itself.
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Great remote Campsite with a very…
Electric gravel and earth motorhome pitch
Liked Great remote Campsite with a very nice and helpfull owner family. Great for visiting Bologna.
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From the manager: Thank you so much for the review, have a nice trip in Italy with your wonderfull family!
Great base for visiting Bologna
Electric mixed tent pitch
Liked We stayed here for two nights in our small tent as a family of four, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The campsite is small, peaceful and surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a lovely place to relax while still being within easy reach of Bologna.
What really made the stay special were the hosts, Roberto and Maddalena. They were incredibly kind and welcoming, taking the time to chat with us about life in Italy, the history of their property and the local area. Their warmth made us feel much more like guests than customers, and they were always happy to offer recommendations and advice. We also appreciated being able to buy some of their homemade preserves and local wine.
The campsite itself is simple but very well looked after. The shared community space, which is part of the hosts' home, is cosy, spotless and always smelled wonderfully fresh. We were lucky to have good weather, but it would be a perfect place to spend some time if it were raining.
Our children especially loved the friendly dog and cat, who quickly became highlights of their stay.
Bologna is easy to reach by public transport, although we did have some difficulties buying bus tickets. We couldn't work out how to purchase tickets for all four of us, and later read that the ticket app may not accept Polish bank cards, so perhaps we were simply unlucky. It would be really helpful if the campsite could provide guests with a little information about the local ticketing system and any alternatives before they head into the city.
Overall, this is a wonderful place if you enjoy small, quiet campsites with genuine hospitality rather than large, commercial sites. We left with very happy children and would happily stay here again.
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From the manager: Hi Mirosława, we were very lucky to meet you and your family, for us it's a pleasure to have children around and people who appreciate what we do. It's not easy to keep one with a such big and challanging project, so your review make us very proud and happy! Have a great stay in Italy and thanks again for your visit!
Posto isolato e "selvaggio" a pochi…
Electric mixed tent pitch
Liked Posto isolato e "selvaggio" a pochi km da Bologna, reso molto accogliente e confortevole dai proprietari, gentilissimi e molto disponibili. Consigliatissimo!
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From the manager: Grazie! Cerchiamo sempre di dare il massimo, non è facile ma ci proviamo! La migliore ricompensa ai nostri sforzi sono i vostri feedback, buon proseguimento e grazie per la visita.
Il posto, la natura, la gentilezza…
Electric mixed tent pitch
Liked Il posto, la natura, la gentilezza del proprietario
Disliked Potrebbe essere più facile da raggiungere.
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Petit camping familial, en plain nature,…
Electric mixed tent pitch
Liked Petit camping familial, en plain nature, jolie vu, hôtes agréable.
Disliked Le chemin d'accès
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From the manager: Merci pour votre visite, a bientot!
Bel endroit dépaysant malgré un chemin…
Electric gravel and earth motorhome pitch
Liked Bel endroit dépaysant malgré un chemin un peu difficile, cela en vaut la peine.
Très belle vue et très bon accueil
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From the manager: 🤗🤗🤗
Très calme. Sanitaires propres. Proches des…
Electric mixed tent pitch
Liked Très calme. Sanitaires propres. Proches des commerces.
Disliked Accès à revoir car peut etre compliqué en fonction du véhicule.
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From the manager: Bonjour Laurent, merci pour votre visite, oui l'accès il n'est pas pour tout le véhicule, c’est pourquoi nous précisons toujours que la longueur maximale est de 6 mètres. Il arrive que certaines personnes ne lisent pas la description, mais jusqu’à présent, cela n’a pas posé de problème. A bientot!
Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service pointLocation
Cascina Mottainai
Via Rio Fabbiani 8/16
Rastignano
Pianoro
Bologna
Italy
40065
Timezone
Europe/Rome +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44,42153°N
11,35799°E
Route directions
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
Frequently asked questions
- Does Cascina Mottainai have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cascina Mottainai dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cascina Mottainai? There are a number of nature trails and hiking routes in the Parco Naturale dei Gessi e dei Calanchi, many of which are suitable for cycles and mountain bikes as well as … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cascina Mottainai?
Camping and touring Arrive: Anytime – 8 p.m. Depart by: 2 p.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: Anytime – 8 p.m. Depart by: 2 p.m. It is recommended that you arrive before dark so you can set up on your pitch easily.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Cascina Mottainai? From R562,08 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.