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.

Altomincio Family Park at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

Amazing swimming pools with superb slides provide fun for all the family, plus there's also a cinema and various sport and playing fields. Why not enjoy the Italian lifestyle to its fullest and have a delicious cappuccino by the restaurant at the start of the day and then enjoy a freshly baked pizza as the sun goes down. Enjoy some of the many day time activities on offer or just laze about and soak up the sunshine. Only 7kms away you will find beautiful Lake Garda, which is great for hours of swimming and sunbathing, as well as lots of spectacular water attractions. The beautiful town of Peschiera is not too far away or take the train to Verona or slightly further to the beautiful city of Venice.

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.

Camping San Francesco at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

Relax with a cooling drink at the poolside bar, before heading to the beach to soak up the sunshine, there is direct access from site. This is an ideal site for those looking for an active holiday. There are plenty of sporting activities to suit all ages, including volleyball, basketball and football, as well as water sports on the lake. Enjoy a delicious evening meal on the terrace of the welcoming restaurant.

Sant'Angelo at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

Caravan parks close to watersports in Adriatic Coast

The outstanding pool complex is undoubtedly the main focus of Sant Angelo Village; with waterslides, quiet areas and even a snack bar. There are a wide range of amenities on site; from the mini market and pizzeria through to a newsagents and ice cream parlour. Throughout the season the park's animateurs organise activities such as beach volleyball, football tournaments and even windsurfing and sailing days and there are bikes, boats and a range of water sports equipment available for hire, not to mentiuon organised crusies excursions and tours.

Park Albatros at San Vincenzo, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to watersports in Tuscany

Park Albatros is one of Tuscany's largest parks and is hidden behind the Maremma pine forest which faces out onto sparkling water. The park is spread over 30 delightful acres and there is also a fantastic sandy beach, for you to enjoy long days in the sun and beach activities galore. You can also relax at the park's swimming pool. For those who wish to go out and about, Piombino is just 15kms south of the park, with its narrow streets and harbour. For those who wish to stay on the park there is a bazaar, pizzeria, supermarket and bar.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Weekend at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

Keeping your children occupied all holiday long, Weekend is a friendly, well maintained park with lots of organised activities, including a busy animation and sports programme in high season. The park provides excellent pools and sunbathing terraces that enjoy delightful views of the lake and surrounding mountains, with an atmospheric bar and restaurant that is perfect for enjoying those long, balmy evenings. Weekend is close to the beautiful town of Salò and the many other colourful resorts and villages that are scattered along Lake Garda's delightful shore.

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

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.

Residence Village at Venice, Venice

Caravan parks close to watersports in Venice

Shaded by mature pine trees, this is the perfect location for a relaxing family holiday. At the centre of site is the pool complex including a lagoon style swimming pool and children's pool, with large sunbathing terrace, jacuzzi, small children's waterslide. The campsite has direct access to a long gently shelving sandy beach, perfect for lazing away long afternoons while the children enjoy building sandcastles. There is an excellent animation programme for adults and children alike, including live music, sports competitions and children's discos. In the evening relax and enjoy a meal at the welcoming campsite restaurant where the home made pizzas are the house speciality.

Le Pianacce at Castagneto Carducci, Tuscany

Caravan parks close to watersports in Tuscany

All the pitches enjoy some shade on this steeply terraced park set on a hillside. With a first-class restaurant on a terrace that overlooks the pool complex, the friendly owners have provided excellent amenities. Your children can enjoy the water safely with their own 'lagoon' style shallow pool complex. A great place for an evening stroll is the small medieval village of Castagneto Carducci which is a short distance inland, where you can sample their famous ice cream. It is possible enjoy some of the region's other delights including the Etruscan wine trail and the famous cities of Siena, Pisa and Florence due to the park's ideal location.

Camping Butterfly at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

This is a superb location for young families, children will have fun in the small playground and there is even a separate swimming pool just for them. Soak up the relaxed atmosphere either at the pool, on the attractive terrace of the bar and restaurant, or on your pitch. There is a lively entertainment programme during July and August, where the friendly staff organise dance classes and children's activities during the day, and shows at night. This is an area which begs discovery. Take one of the lake steamers from Peschiera del Garda and explore the many delights that this beautiful area has to offer.

Rio Vantone at Lake Idro, Italian Lakes

Caravan parks close to watersports in Italian Lakes

An ideal place for relaxing or as a base for exploring the countryside and nearby towns this park is located on Lake Idro, one of the smaller Italian lakes, west of Lake Garda, and offers superb views of the surrounding area. As motorboats are not permitted the lake it is perfect for windsurfing or swimming. Just 1km away you will find the small town of Crone or you can use the park's own restaurant, bar and shop. East of Idro is an enormous natural area that extends right to the western shores of Lake Garda; and to the North of the lake is the mountainous province of Trentino or Alt'Adige.

Camping Ca'Savio at Venice, Venice

Caravan parks close to watersports in Venice

The beach adjoining Camping Ca'Savio is truly impressive; mile after mile of glorious golden sand, gently shelving into the warm waters of the Adriatic. Here the children can play safely, build sand castles, splash around, or hire a pedalo. The pitches are shaded by pine and birch trees, but you may prefer to laze on the sun terrace by one of the pools (two of which are for children) or enjoy a relaxing jacuzzi. During the evening in high season, the site arranges discos and live shows, but for a special night out, take the waterbus to Venice and have a romantic dinner in St Marks Square.

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.

El Bahira at San Vito Capo, Sicily

Caravan parks close to watersports in Sicily

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. The park has its own private rocky beach reached via a pathway from the park. The park offers a bar, pizzeria, children's playground, mini market and a large swimming pool, filled with clear blue water from the Mediterranean. 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.