Emilia-Romagna

Campsites in Emilia-Romagna

Sandy Adriatic beaches, splashy water parks and Mirabilandia's thrills meet Ravenna's golden mosaics and Bologna's legendary table. Emilia-Romagna serves seaside fun and Italian culture in one easy holiday.

16 destinations 13 hours from Utrecht Bologna (BLQ)

About Emilia-Romagna

Emilia-Romagna stretches from the Apennine Mountains in the west to the Adriatic coast in the east, with the Po flowing along its northern edge. The star of the show for camping families is the Riviera Romagnola, a sunny strip of sandy beaches backed by pine forest. Beach clubs rent out sunbeds and umbrellas, serve drinks and play music, and Rimini alone has 15 km of sandy shore, with a lively promenade after sunset.

What makes this coast special is how close it sits to real culture. Ravenna's sea is about 20 minutes by car from the historic centre, with 35 km of coastline and nine beaches. Spend the morning in the sand, then spend the afternoon among the glittering mosaics of Ravenna's eight UNESCO sites. Add the elegant resorts of Cervia and Milano Marittima, and every day has a different flavour.

Nature lovers head for the Po Delta Regional Park around Ferrara and Ravenna, where almost 300 bird species have been recorded. In the Comacchio lagoons you can glide by boat past a large flamingo colony, or explore the delta by bike or kayak. Thrill-seekers have Mirabilandia, Italy's biggest theme park, and its Mirabeach water park close by.

Then there is the food. Piadina, Italy's famous flatbread, is the Adriatic coast's symbol, and inland the menu reads like a greatest-hits list: tagliatelle al ragù, Parmigiano-Reggiano, prosciutto di Parma, balsamic vinegar of Modena and mortadella di Bologna. With sixteen Vistacamp campsites, from beachfront resorts with water parks to a peaceful base near Bologna, you can pick the holiday that fits your family best.

Why holiday in Emilia-Romagna?

Adriatic Beaches – Sandy shores and a warm sea from mid-June to September.

Mirabilandia Thrills – Italy's biggest theme park, with Mirabeach water park alongside.

Ravenna Mosaics – Eight UNESCO sites, about 20 minutes by car from the sea.

Po Delta Nature – Flamingos and almost 300 bird species to spot by boat.

Italian Food – Piadina, tagliatelle al ragù and Parmigiano-Reggiano at every table.

Water Park Campsites – Sixteen campsites with pools, slides and splash zones for all ages.

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A family holiday in Emilia-Romagna

With young children in Emilia-Romagna

With young children in Emilia-Romagna

Little ones feel right at home on the Adriatic, with a sea that is warm for paddling from June and sandy beaches made for sandcastles. Mirabilandia's Bimbopolis is a mini theme park with gentler rides, and Ravenna gives young explorers a treasure hunt among the mosaics. At Camping Village Pineta sul Mare, a lagoon pool waterpark with slides, tunnels, geysers and soft-bottomed water fun keeps toddlers happy, while Camping Club Del Sole Rimini Family Resort offers shallow, family-friendly water features and a spray park.

With teenagers in Emilia-Romagna

With teenagers in Emilia-Romagna

Teenagers will love Mirabilandia: iSpeed launches to 120 km/h, Katun flips riders through six inversions and the Ducati World area adds the dueling Desmo Race coaster. Back at the coast, Rimini has beach clubs and lively evenings, and Milano Marittima has concerts and shops. Delta Open Air Resort has a 4,350m² water park with four pools and slides, and Cesenatico Camping Village adds three pools, slides and hot tubs, with Mirabilandia nearby. Kayaking in the Po Delta rounds off an active week.

As a couple in Emilia-Romagna

As a couple in Emilia-Romagna

Couples can pair lazy beach mornings with culture: Ravenna's mosaics, Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, the cathedral of Modena and the World Heritage city of Ferrara. Food lovers can visit producers of Parmigiano-Reggiano, Parma ham and balsamic vinegar. Club Del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village is a peaceful base for city breaks, with a spacious pool and sun terraces. Club Del Sole Rivaverde Easy Camping Village offers two pools in the pinewood, Ravenna culture and coastal cycling. For quiet days, try the Po Delta by bike or boat.

Campsites by the sea in Emilia-Romagna

A beach holiday in Emilia-Romagna means stepping from your pitch or mobile home straight onto the Adriatic sand. Camping Club Del Sole Spina Family Collection sits directly on the sea inside a natural reserve, with beach access and a highly rated waterpark. Club Del Sole Riccione Easy Camping Village has a sandy beach just steps away, with the Riviera's entertainment on the doorstep. Families love the easy rhythm: swim, build sandcastles, then enjoy a gelato.

On holiday with your dog in Emilia-Romagna

Emilia-Romagna is a great region for travelling with your four-legged friend. Shady pine forests, coastal cycling routes and the open nature of the Po Delta make every morning walk an adventure. Club Del Sole Marina Romea Easy Camping Village combines dog facilities with a pine forest, the beach and cycling routes towards Ravenna. Club Del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village is pet-friendly and peaceful, a relaxed base for your dog and the whole family.

Where to stay in Emilia-Romagna

Our Emilia-Romagna campsites suit every travel style. Mobile homes are the all-round favourite for families who want comfort and a kitchen of their own. Chalets and bungalows, for example at Club Del Sole Marina Romea Easy Camping Village, suit couples and small families who like a cosy, solid base. Glamping and safari tents at Camping Club Del Sole Rimini Family Resort bring a touch of adventure with style. Campers with their own tent or caravan can choose camping pitches in the pine forest.

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16 destinations

Delta Open Air Resort

Delta Open Air Resort

Portogaribaldi, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Stacaravan, Kampeerplaats

Luxury 4,350m² water parkPo Delta, flamingos, natureBrand-new 5-star luxury resort
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Camping Village Pineta sul Mare

Camping Village Pineta sul Mare

Cesenatico, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Stacaravan

Lagoon pool waterparkPine forest beachMirabilandia and Atlantica
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Camping Club Del Sole Rimini Family Resort

Camping Club Del Sole Rimini Family Resort

Rimini (loc.Viserba), Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Stacaravan, Safaritent

Swimming pool, spray park, hydromassagePrivate Adriatic beach, seaside locationFamily entertainment, sports, activities
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Club Del Sole Marina Romea Easy Camping Village

Club Del Sole Marina Romea Easy Camping Village

Marina Romea, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Stacaravan, Chalet, Kampeerplaats

Outdoor pool, children’s poolBeach, pine forest, AdriaticRavenna, Po Delta, cycling
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Club Del Sole Rivaverde Easy Camping Village

Club Del Sole Rivaverde Easy Camping Village

Marina di Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Stacaravan, Kampeerplaats

Family swimming pools, pine forestAdriatic beach, seaside locationRavenna culture, coastal cycling
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Club Del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village

Club Del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village

Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Bungalow, Stacaravan, Kampeerplaats

Ideal city trip, weekend breakPet-friendly & peacefulClose to Bologna
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Camping Club Del Sole Spina Family Collection

Camping Club Del Sole Spina Family Collection

Lido di Spina, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Kampeerplaats, Bungalow, Stacaravan

Comfort and convenienceExperience Emilia-RomagnaHighly rated waterpark
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Club Del Sole Riccione Easy Camping Village

Club Del Sole Riccione Easy Camping Village

Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Stacaravan, Kampeerplaats

Direct beach accessRiccione entertainmentRiviera location
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Club Del Sole Vigna sul Mar Family Collection

Club Del Sole Vigna sul Mar Family Collection

Lido di Pomposa, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Kampeerplaats, Stacaravan

Lagoon Swimming Pools & Spray ParkDaily entertainmentPrivate sandy beach
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Things to do in Emilia-Romagna

Mirabilandia

Savio, Ravenna

Italy's biggest theme park, with thrilling coasters and Bimbopolis for little ones.

Mirabeach

Ravenna

Mirabilandia's own water park, perfect for cooling off after the rides.

Ravenna mosaics

Ravenna

Eight UNESCO sites glittering with Byzantine gold; five-site ticket costs €14.50.

Classis Museum

Classe

Roman and Late Antique history in one of Italy's most important museums.

Po Delta boat trip

Comacchio

Glide through the lagoons past hundreds of water birds and flamingos.

Po Delta by bike or kayak

Goro and Volano

Pedal or paddle through the wildlife-rich delta park.

Rimini

Rimini

15 km of sandy shore, beach clubs, promenades and the Arch of Augustus.

Bologna

Bologna

Piazza Maggiore, San Petronio and real tagliatelle al ragù, ideal for a day trip.

Modena

Modena

UNESCO cathedral and historic centre, plus the home of balsamic vinegar.

Ferrara

Ferrara

A World Heritage city with the must-see Cathedral of St. George.

Hill towns

Brisighella and San Leo

Charming hill towns for a relaxed day away from the beach.

Milano Marittima

Milano Marittima

Summer concerts, shops and restaurants beside the pine forest coast.

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Best time to visit Emilia-Romagna

Late May brings pleasant days of about 22°C, ideal for sightseeing in Ravenna and Bologna. June warms to about 25°C with the sea near 22.5°C, so swimming is in full swing and the days are long. July and August are the sunniest and liveliest months, with days around 29°C, a sea of about 26°C and beach clubs buzzing. September stays summery at about 24°C with a 23.5°C sea. April to June and September to October are lovely for culture and cycling.

Practical tips

  • By car: from Utrecht it is about 1351 km, roughly 13 hours of driving without stops.
  • By plane: Bologna is the most useful airport for the region, with Rimini airport also in the area.
  • Mirabilandia: take the Cervia-Mirabilandia exit on the A14, or go by train to Ravenna or Cervia-Milano Marittima and take the summer bus from Ravenna.
  • Historic centres: many Italian city centres have limited traffic zones, so park outside and walk, or take the train or bus.
  • Ravenna: a combined ticket for five monuments costs €14.50, and children can join a treasure hunt among the mosaics.
  • Boat trips: in the Po Delta, bring sun and rain protection, as only half of the boat is covered.
  • Food to try: piadina with ham, soft cheese and rocket, tagliatelle al ragù, fresh coastal fish and Comacchio eel.

We love how Emilia-Romagna lets you have it all without moving house. Our tip: plan your culture in one go. Take the combined ticket for five monuments in Ravenna at €14.50, start with the mosaics of San Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, and finish with the short hop to Sant'Apollinare in Classe, just 6 km south. Children can pick up a treasure hunt map with puzzles and riddles, which turns the mosaics into a game. We also adore the Po Delta. Book a boat trip from Comacchio, pack hats and a light rain jacket, and keep your eyes open for the flamingos. Kids tend to love the eel fishing demonstration. For the best balance, go in June or September: the days are about 25°C and 24°C, and the sea is a lovely 22.5°C and 23.5°C. Finish a day in Bologna with tagliatelle al ragù, the local way, and you have a perfect Italian day.

— Our specialist

All campsites in Emilia-Romagna at a glance

Camping Club Del Sole Adriano Family Collection · Camping Club Del Sole Adriatico Cervia Easy Camping Village · Camping Club Del Sole Marina Family Resort · Camping Club Del Sole Milano Marittima Boutique Resort · Camping Club Del Sole Rimini Family Resort · Camping Club Del Sole Spina Family Collection · Camping Riccione · Camping Village Pineta sul Mare · Cesenatico Camping Village · Club del Sole - Vigna sul Mar Family Collection · Club Del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village · Club Del Sole Marina Romea Easy Camping Village · Club Del Sole Riccione Easy Camping Village · Club Del Sole Rivaverde Easy Camping Village · Club Del Sole Vigna sul Mar Family Collection · Delta Open Air Resort

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Frequently asked questions: Emilia-Romagna

When is the sea warm enough for swimming in Emilia-Romagna?

The sea is pleasant from about mid-June, at roughly 22.5°C, and reaches about 26°C in August. In September it is still about 23.5°C. Club Del Sole Riccione Easy Camping Village has a sandy beach just steps away, so a dip is always close.

Is Emilia-Romagna good for camping with young children?

Yes. The beaches are sandy, the sea is warm in summer and many campsites have splash zones. Camping Village Pineta sul Mare has a lagoon pool waterpark with slides, tunnels and geysers. Nearby, Mirabilandia's Bimbopolis offers gentle rides for little ones, and Ravenna has a mosaic treasure hunt for children.

Can we visit Mirabilandia from our campsite in Emilia-Romagna?

Yes. Mirabilandia lies near Ravenna, and you can take the train to Ravenna or Cervia-Milano Marittima, then a summer bus from Ravenna. By car, use the Cervia-Mirabilandia exit on the A14. Cesenatico Camping Village is one of our campsites with Mirabilandia in the neighbourhood.

How long is the drive from the Netherlands to Emilia-Romagna?

From Utrecht it is about 1351 km to our campsites, roughly 13 hours of driving without stops. Many families split the journey with an overnight stop and arrive rested for beach days. Bologna is the most useful airport if you prefer to fly.

What food should we try on holiday in Emilia-Romagna?

Start with piadina, the flatbread of the Adriatic coast, filled with ham, soft cheese and rocket. Then try tagliatelle al ragù, tortellini, Parmigiano-Reggiano and mortadella di Bologna. Staying at Club Del Sole Bologna Easy Camping Village puts the city's famous tables within easy reach.