All'Antica Fornace
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- Peaceful Alta Val di Vara site five minutes' drive from Varese Ligure
- A 35-minute drive to Sestri Levante; 45 minutes to Cinque Terre
- Swimming lake, kids' pool, hammocks and beach volleyball on site
Soak up some of the lovely Liguria countryside by settling down on a lakeside pitch at All’Antica Fornace, a peaceful and spacious site in the Alta Val di Vara.
This is a fabulous location for some chilled-out downtime, with pitches centred around a lake where guests can swim, sail small boats or just relax with a drink while watching out for wildlife (the ducks’ antics are often particularly popular with visiting kids…) Kids can swim in a smaller pool too, or work off a bit of energy with games of beach volleyball or football. Meanwhile, hammocks have been strung in the trees for grownups who are more interested in the possibility of a siesta.
Practical facilities have been just as well thought out, covering a communal barbecue area, a shared fridge, a wifi service and bathrooms that cater for all guests, including disabled facilities and a parent and baby bathroom. Dogs are welcome to join you for a stay here as long as they don't chase the chickens or ducks – there's plenty of space for them to have a good run around at the dog park.
With a river running past the site, lake views and lots of trees around providing shade and peace, you may well think you're far from all urban life at this location – but in fact there are handy amenities not too far away when you need them. The little village of San Pietro Vara (a kilometre away) has a couple of bars and places to eat, but for those barbecue supplies you’ll probably want to travel to Varese Ligure (five minutes' drive).
Site type
20Open all year
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. 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 cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
Languages spoken
English
Italian
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Dogs 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 Toddler's pool 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
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
All'Antica Fornace
Via Borsa
Ponte Rollino
Maissana
La Spezia
Italy
19010
Directions Timezone
Europe/Rome +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
44.34257°N
9.59122°W
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
When you stop by in Varese Ligure (five minutes' drive) for supplies, you may want to stick around to visit the castle and the colourful houses that make up this unusual circular-shaped town. A little further along (25 minutes) is the start of the Cento Croci Pass, where you can take a scenic drive up to Monte Gottero.
For walks, there are some lovely trails running from Campore (10 minutes), including a climb to Monte Porcile for the keen hikers. Bit more adventure? Sign up for a rafting trip from Brugnato or swing through the trees on the adventure course at Adventure Park in Val di Vara (both 20 minutes).
The countryside around here is gorgeous, but if you fancy a change of scenery, swap the rural views for seaside ones on a trip to Sestri Levante (35 minutes), which has two beachy bays and a lovely Old Town to explore. The famously colourful villages of the Cinque Terre National Park are about 45 minutes' drive away, with 120 kilometres of trail to walk along throughout the park.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foce Rio S.Lorenzo | 14.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Foce Torrente Bisagno | 14.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Localita' Posato | 14.2 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Zona La Secca | 14.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Zona Molo Bernero | 14.5 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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- Does All'Antica Fornace have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is All'Antica Fornace dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near All'Antica Fornace? When you stop by in Varese Ligure (five minutes' drive) for supplies, you may want to stick around to visit the castle and the colourful houses that make up this unusual circular-shaped … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of All'Antica Fornace?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 4 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at All'Antica Fornace? From R774.63 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.