Discover the best holiday caravan parks in Italy that are close to watersports.

With static caravans, mobile homes, holiday lodges and chalets to choose from you are sure to find the perfect caravan and camping holiday.

Find a selection of Italy caravan parks that are close to watersports suitable for active holidays, sunbathing on the beach or exploring the villages, towns and countryside of Italy.

Baia Domizia at Lazio, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to watersports in Tuscany

Enjoying a magnificent coastal setting just north of the Bay of Naples, Baia Domizia is close to all of the region's most famous sights. It offers a superb combination of sea, sand and sightseeing. With views of the nearby mountains, nestled within a pine forest, the pitches enjoy lots of shade from the midday sun. The park is attractively planted with flowers and shrubs and offers good facilities with a large supermarket, shops and restaurant all at the park's centre. In addition to the nice beach that adjoins the park, there is also a good sized pool and children's pool. For the more energetic there is a discotheque nearby, which can be heard from the park until the early hours. Regular sightseeing excursions are available.

Valle Gaia at Cecina, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to watersports in Tuscany

Valle Gaia is a small holiday park situated in the ancient hilltop villages. It has four modern, outdoor pools, with two for the family and two just for kids. If you are looking for an active family holidays there?s a range of activities including cycle hire and tennis, as well as kids clubs. If you are wanting to try real Italian produce, Valle Gaia has a well-stocked delicatessen while the traditional pizzeria will serve a slice of authentic Italy. Beyond the holiday park you can go horse riding or surfing at the beach.

Camping Bella Italia at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

A hedge lined avenue winds through Camping Bella Itlalia, giving stunning views of the lake and mountains. At the centre is the pool complex a lagoon style pool and three small waterslides, surrounded by a large terrace, and complete with a poolside bar, perfect for a refreshing drink. Lakeside is a long, shingle beach and all manner of water sports hire pedaloes, canoes and windsurfers, or simply relax on the promenade for a spot of fishing. The lakeside restaurant is one of three on site; the terrace offers superb views of the lake, the perfect venue to end the day, while planning the activities for the next.

Pra Delle Torri at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to watersports in Adriatic Coast

This park offers a first class array of swimming pools, waterslides and children's pools. With direct access to a compact beach many water sports are on offer along with an 18 hole golf course that offers reduced green fees. The location of Pra Delle Torri makes it ideal for touring with the quaint Venetian style fishing village of Caorle nearby and just half an hour's drive away is the popular resort of Jesolo. With many shops and restaurants the tourist area of Bibione is close by along the coast.

El Bahira at San Vito Capo, Sicily

Caravan parks close to watersports in Sicily

The park has its own private rocky beach reached via a pathway. Activities such as football and volleyball are available, and even supervised deep sea diving at the beach of the nearby charming coastal town of San Vito lo Capo. This town is famous for its annual couscous festival in mid September and nearby are the Zingaro Nature Reserve and the hamlet of Scopello, where scenes from the film Ocean's Twelve were filmed. We would recommend that you hire a car if you wish to explore further a field than San Vito Lo Capo. The park offers a bar, pizzeria, children's playground, mini market and a large swimming pool, filled with clear blue water from the Mediterranean.

Fornella at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

Popular with young families, Fornella is a friendly, family-run park with English speaking owners. Providing the perfect setting for drinks and meals the excellent restaurant, bar and pizzeria overlooks the lake, the park also has two good pools, including a children's pool. Set alongside an olive grove, this is a superb park for enjoying the lake; bathe in its cool waters or simply relax and soak up the sun. A short drive away you will San Felice del Benaco or if you prefer 'Gardaland', a superb fun park which is ideal for the whole family is a little further to drive.

Pra'delle Torri at Caorle, Venice

Caravan parks close to watersports in Venice

There are plenty of activities to keep everyone amused at Pra' delle Torri, including an 18 hole golf course (handicap certificate required). The grassy pitches, surrounded by small hedges, are situated in a quieter part of the lively site, where there is also plenty of opportunity to relax. At the heart of the site is the superb pool complex. The lagoon style pool and waterslides will be enjoyed by children of all ages, and there is also a separate Olympic sized pool. In the evenings, the main square comes alive there is a weekly street market, plus a superb animations programme that will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Ville Degli Uliviv at Elba, Corsica

Caravan parks close to watersports in Corsica

Ville Degli Ulivi is for you if you love the beach and water sports with the shimmering blue waters of the Mediterranean on its doorstep. There's even a diving school, where equipment can be hired and boat trips booked to the island's many diving sites. On the park there is an excellent pool complex including watersides but if you prefer the shade most pitches have fragrant olive and pines trees along with colourful flowers. In high season there is entertainment for all the family to enjoy with a typical Italian atmosphere. Off the park the small working harbour of Marina di Campo is well worth visiting, and if you drive to the mountains you can enjoy superb views of the island.

San Francesco at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to watersports in Adriatic Coast

If you are looking for a really natural location, you will find it here at San Francesco. There are many shady pitches thanks to its lovely pine forest setting, and the warm waters of the Adriatic lap invitingly along the soft, sandy beach that lies at the park's edge. There are also a range of inviting pools to tempt you, and pool sides offering splendid sea views. But if you like to keep busy, San Francesco also offers plenty to do, with a wide range of activities, including discos, bars, restaurants and shops. You will also find the lovely fishing port of Caorle with its excellent seafood restaurants nearby.

Marina di Venezia at Punta Sabbioni, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to watersports in Adriatic Coast

The swimming pool complex is very popular and contains an Olympic-sized swimming pool, large children's pool and water slides. Bars, restaurants and shops are situated along the promenade some distance from the holiday accommodation, there really is something for everyone. From the beginning of June, the park entertainment organises a variety of activities with evening entertainment for all the family. With many pitches situated in beautiful woodland, this is a great place to relax, as well as offering plenty of activities for the more energetic. The park's stunning beach has direct access and there is a convenient bus link to Punta Sabbioni, where you can take a boat to Venice.

Camping Del Garda at Peschiera, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

Del Garda is surrounded by parkland but just a stones throw away from Peschiera town centre. With four pools, including children's pools and a busy entertainment programme with organised waters ports on the beach and a children's playground, it's ideal for those who like to stay busy on holiday. With plenty of shade available around the pool area, as well as sunbathing space it will appeal to those less active. You can enjoy tennis, volleyball, aerobics, aqua-aerobics and lake fishing here. A bar, restaurant and supermarket are available to cater for most needs, but should you wish to get out and about, Del Garda is within very easy reach of the many local attractions including the 'Gardaland Theme Park' and 'Caneva World Waterpark'.

Union Lido at Venice, Venice

Caravan parks close to watersports in Venice

Union Lido is a superb location for an active family holiday; with all the facilities that you could wish for, and direct access to a long and sandy beach. Relax in the shade of the tall pine trees at your pitch, before heading to one of the two fabulous lagoon style pools. Laze on the terrace and soak up the sunshine, while the children whizz down the waterslides, or relax on the sandy sunbathing area. The site runs an action packed animations programme and has an excellent choice of sporting facilities. There is a wide variety of bars and restaurants from which to choose and when you have dined, make the most of the warm evenings, by taking a stroll along the beachside promenade.

Camping Piantelle at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

The site has direct access to a beach and jetty where the crystal waters are ideal for swimming and canoeing. The shaded pitches, play areas, games room and separate children's pool make this an ideal location for young families. Relax with a book on the spacious sun terrace by the swimming pool, or join in with the organised aqua aerobics classes. As evening falls; relax and enjoy a meal at the Vinessa restaurant where the mouth-watering menu includes a wide range of traditional Italian pizzas and pasta dishes.

Pra Delle Torri at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to watersports in Adriatic Coast

The pool complex at Prá Delle Torri is definitely one of the most spectacular in Europe, with a first class array of swimming pools, waterslides and children's pools. There's also direct access to a compact beach with all kinds of water sports on offer, as well as an 18 hole golf course that offers a 40% reduction on green fees. Situated on the Northern Coast of the Adriatic, between Venice and Trieste, Prá Delle Torri is also an ideal base for touring. The quaint Venetian style fishing town of Caorle with its attractive centre is nearby, while the popular resort of Jesolo is just half an hour's drive away.

Camping Eden at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

With shade provided from the hot sun by gnarled olive and cypress trees, this is an idyllic setting in which to unwind and relax. While away the hours at the lakeside beach and jetty; the clear waters are ideal for swimming, windsurfing or canoeing. Children will love the small water chute at the pool complex, and there is a second swimming pool and waterslide, plus a snack bar at the top of the site. The large terrace of the bar and restaurant offers a commanding lake view and is the ideal location to relax with a delicious Italian pizza and ice cream.

Marina di Venezia at Punta Sabbioni, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to watersports in Adriatic Coast

An attractive, shaded setting beside a broad expanse of soft, sandy beach is on offer at this park. The large children's and Olympic-sized swimming pools are always popular, as well as the bars, restaurants and shops situated along the promenade some distance from the holiday accommodation. Plenty of activities for the more energetic are on offer, but with the pitches situated in beautiful woodland, this is a great place to relax. A variety of activities and evening entertainment for all the family are arranged from the beginning of June by the animator. There is a convenient bus link to Punta Sabbioni, where you can take a boat to Venice.

Camping Marina di Venezia at Venice, Venice

Caravan parks close to watersports in Venice

The pitches on Camping Marina di Venezia are set amongst the shade of pine trees, away from the main facilities. At the centre of the site is the fabulous pool complex, there is an Olympic sized pool plus large children's pool with fountains, surrounded by a sun terrace. If you are feeling active, there are plenty of facilities to keep you amused, including sports competitions organised by the campsite staff. As evening falls, wander along the site's beachside promenade, where you will find a choice of shops, bars and restaurants.

Camping Cisano San Vito at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

The fantastic pool complex offers two swimming pools, a children's pool and two small waterslides. The grassy pitches are ideal for relaxing with a cooling glass of local wine. There is plenty to keep the whole family amused, including sports activities organised by the campsite staff. Head to the lakeside beach (direct access from site) and enjoy canoeing, water skiing or windsurfing, before relaxing over a meal at the welcoming restaurant. The site is split by two roads, with an underpass and roadside attendants for pedestrians.

Rosselba le Palme at Elba, Corsica

Caravan parks close to watersports in Corsica

Rosselba le Palme enjoys a unique setting, nestling as it does amidst endlessly beautiful parkland full of rare, exotic palms and olive trees. Built overlooking the colourful harbour of Portoferraio, the park's steep and mainly terraced pitches are reasonably small, but facilities here are excellent and include a superb swimming pool complex with waterslide as well as tennis, table tennis and a lively animation programme in high season. Across from the park there is a small, clean beach, where you can sunbathe, swim or windsurf. Inland you will discover endless vine-covered hillsides, olive groves and picturesque, unspoilt villages. A visit to the lovely port of Marciana Marina is also highly recommended.

Camping Village Portofelice at Caorle, Venice

Caravan parks close to watersports in Venice

Camping Village Portofelice has direct access through a pine forest to a private sandy beach. Tall pine trees provide shade over the grassy pitches, and mature hedges and flowers line the roads throughout the site. Relax at the spacious pool complex with its four pools, two jacuzzis and wide sun terrace, or a short walk through the pine forest leads you to the private golden sandy beach. Here, you will find a whole host of activities, including pedaloes to hire, but if you want to simply unwind, this is the perfect spot. Back on site, the animation team run a packed programme of events, which will particularly appeal to young children. Enjoy a meal in the welcoming bar and restaurant, where the mouth-watering menu includes locally caught seafood.