Tip 1 for your motorhome tour: Sitting Bull Ranch in South Tyrol

We begin our motorhome tour with a somewhat different motorhome pitch, which is directly next the small riding stable “Sitting Bull Ranch” in the South Tyrolean village of San Martino (San Martin de Tor). The ranch does its name justice, as here you really have that cowboy feeling, with hacks and trail rides in Western style and even a colourful painted totem pole to add to the atmosphere. If you enjoy riding, this is the pitch for you. The majority of the horses are “blond” Haflinger. The mountain horses from South Tyrol are considered to be especially sure-footed and even-tempered, and are therefore also very suitable for beginners. But motorhome travellers with respect for the large four-legged friends will also feel comfortable, as the peaceful surrounding of the Dolomites are inviting to walkers, climbers, and those who like to enjoy the local gastronomy – which you certainly shouldn’t forego in South Tyrol.

Tip 2 for your motorhome tour: Agriturismo Ca´Du Chittu in Liguria

Looking from the Agricamping Ca´Du Chittu over the “Val di Vara Tal” by Carro (La Spezia Liguria), all you will see at first glance is: Green, green and more green! And maybe a couple of pigs, geese, chicken and rabbits. The cosy farmhouse at the heart of it all was built in the 1950s and sits on a hill with amazing panoramic views. What’s more, it’s only a 30-minute drive from the sea. If you don’t fancy cooking for yourself, you are bound to find something to your taste among the seasonal organic dishes offered by the farmhouse restaurant.Numerous fruit and vegetable varieties, as well as herbs and wines grow here literally in front of the door, and there is no question of using chemical plant protectants!

The surrounding countryside is ideal for a wide range of activities, such as hiking or mountain biking, or perhaps for a hack from the nearby riding stable. And don’t forget a day trip with the motorhome to the little town of Carro, or a visit to the “Cinque Terre”, five ancient, colourful coastal villages on the Italian Riviera. Or how about taking a tour through picturesque Varese Ligure, Portovenere, Lerici, Portofino or the Gulf of Tiguillio.

The pitches are not marked out and do not have electricity, but there is a communal barbecue area and toilet and shower facilities.

Tip 3 for your motorhome tour: Farm camping on the outskirts of Rome with Agriturismo Montecaminetto

A meander through the countryside, enjoying the fresh air and local dishes, made from produce taken straight from the soil – those are the last things you would associated with Rome. But they really are waiting for you in a little paradise in front of the gates to this city steeped in history: The camping farm “Agriturismo Montecaminetto”. Only 15 kilometres from Rome, snuggled in the green surroundings of the “Veio Park”, you can relax in pure rural idyll. The dishes served in the farm restaurant are made using products straight from its own farm and others close by. The shaded pitches under the trees offer incredible views over the surrounding landscape. And all this, despite the hustle and bustle of Rome being only 30 minutes drive away.

Agriturismo Montecaminetto even offers a shuttle service to the station “Montebello” for guests who want to quickly be in the heart of Rome but don’t fancy negotiating their way through Italy’s capital with the motorhome. To include a list of all the places of interest in Rome is by no means possible in this guide. Especially when it comes to cultural attractions, this ancient city has so much to offer that it’s difficult to know where to begin. These include the city’s almost 3,000 years of art history, the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Pantheon, the Forum Romanum, and countless other sites of interest. What’s more, you’re not only close to the capital city of Italy, but the sea is also not far away. It’s only about a 30-minute drive with the motorhome to the coast from here, passing through numerous charming farming villages.

Tip 4 for your motorhome tour: Into the 15th century with the motorhome at Terracina, Lazio

Between Rome and Naples, by the little coastal town of Terracina, is a rustic, ivy-covered stone house, which offers motorhomes a pretty place to stay within its grounds. The perfect location for trips to the seaside, into the mountains and for exploring the little picturesque towns of the region. And the nearby river invites you to take a stroll, set up your fishing rod, or maybe even enjoy a kayaking tour. You can hire kayaks locally, and afterwards gather your strength again in the pizzeria. A multitude of hiking routes are waiting to be discovered in the nearby hills, and a trip to the unspoiled Circeo National Park is perfect if you fancy moving the motorhome from its parking spot. Not forgetting the beaches at Terracina, San Felice Circeo, Sabaudia and Sperlong, which are also ideal for daytrips.

Naples is the ideal destination if you are interested in culture, although we do recommend you take a train into the city centre rather than your motorhome.

But you are welcome to take your motorhome to the Garden of Ninfa, the romantic park surrounding the mediaeval town of Ninfa, and why not then continue on to the other mediaeval towns of Sermoneta, Sezze and Cori. The same applies to the Benedictine Cloister Fossanova, which is now a national monument.