Campsites in Liguria
Sun-soaked beaches, medieval hill villages and pesto at its source: Liguria packs the Italian Riviera into one easy camping holiday, with pools for the kids and Monaco, Dolceacqua and Genoa within day-trip reach.
About Liguria
Why holiday in Liguria?
Riviera Sunshine – Mild Mediterranean coast, with afternoons of about 28°C in July and August.
Medieval Villages – Dolceacqua, Apricale and Castelvecchio reward every inland detour.
Pesto And Focaccia – Taste the birthplace of pesto, plus Vermentino, Rossese and Pigato wines.
Pool Days – Both our campsites have a pool for cooling off.
Cycling And Hiking – Riviera dei Fiori greenway, Roman road and mountain-bike trails.
Monaco And Genoa – Day trips to Monaco, Nice, Portofino and Genoa's Aquarium.
A family holiday in Liguria
Campsites by the sea in Liguria
Liguria's coast is made for easy beach days: long stretches of sandy and pebbly shore around Albenga, sea temperatures of 24-25°C in July and August, and boat trips to Gallinara Island with a snorkelling stop. Camping Villaggio C'era una Volta in Villanova d'Albenga is near the sea, with hillside terraces, sea views and a pool for afternoons off the sand. Camping Delle Rose in Isolabona is also near the sea and pairs Riviera swims with Val Nervia nature.
On holiday with your dog in Liguria
Liguria is a joy with a four-legged travel companion. Stroll the Roman Via Julia Augusta near Albenga, wander through the terraced vineyards and olive groves of the Val Nervia, or head to the dog-friendly beach at Albenga for a seaside splash. Camping Delle Rose in Isolabona welcomes dogs with dog facilities and green Val Nervia nature around it, while Camping Villaggio C'era una Volta in Villanova d'Albenga also welcomes dogs, with Ligurian sunshine and sea views.
Where to stay in Liguria
Our Ligurian campsites offer a stay for every travel style. Camping Delle Rose in Isolabona has mobile homes for families who like a ready-made base, glamping and safari tents for couples and adventurous teens, and camping pitches for tent and caravan fans. Camping Villaggio C'era una Volta in Villanova d'Albenga adds chalets and bungalows to its mobile homes and pitches, a cosy choice for holidaymakers who want village charm and a touch of Italian style.
All campsites in Liguria
2 destinations
Camping Villaggio C'era una Volta
Villanova d'Albenga, Liguria, Italy
Stacaravan, Bungalow, Kampeerplaats
Camping Delle Rose
Isolabona, Liguria, Italy
Kampeerplaats, Tent, Safaritent
Things to do in Liguria
Dolceacqua old town
Dolceacqua
Monet's humpbacked bridge, Doria castle and Rossese wine in one medieval gem.
Doria Castle
Isolabona
Climb up for panoramic views over the village and the Nervia Valley.
Apricale
Apricale
Wander winding stone lanes with views of the Maritime Alps.
Riviera dei Fiori cycle path
Ospedaletti
Pedal the flat old railway tunnel and coastal greenway, with Milan–San Remo history panels.
Sanremo
Sanremo
City of flowers with Teatro Ariston, atmospheric carrugi lanes and an early-1900s casino.
Bordighera promenade
Bordighera
Stroll the longest promenade on the Riviera in elegant seaside style.
Albenga old town
Albenga
Roman Baptistery, medieval towers and a lively Saturday morning market. About 5.5 km
Gallinara Island boat trip
Alassio
Cruise 1.5 hours around the nature reserve island, snorkelling stop included. About 5 km
Grotte di Toirano
Toirano
Marvel at underground rock formations and prehistoric traces. 11 km from Albenga
Le Caravelle Water Park
Albenga area
Big splashes and slides for a happy family day out.
Castelvecchio di Rocca Barbena
Castelvecchio
Castle above a medieval village on a rocky spur, perfect for little explorers.
Genoa Aquarium and Porto Antico
Genoa
A must with children, beside the old harbour and UNESCO-listed old town.
Best time to visit Liguria
Late May brings afternoons of about 21°C and a landscape in bloom, with the sea at 18°C. June warms to about 25°C, with the sea at 21.5°C, ideal for relaxed beach days. July and August are the heart of summer: afternoons of 28°C, sea temperatures of 24-25°C and long evenings made for pools, boat trips and gelato. September stays warm at about 25°C, with the sea still at 22.5°C. Spring and autumn are the quieter seasons on the coast, so late May, June and September are lovely choices.
Practical tips
- By car: About 1307 km from Utrecht, around 13 hours of driving without stops, via Germany, Basel, the Gotthard tunnel, Chiasso and Milan, then south towards the Ligurian coast.
- Swiss vignette: Needed for Swiss motorways is sold online, at the border and at petrol stations.
- Tolls: The Gotthard tunnel is toll-free; on Italian motorways use the lanes marked CARTE to pay by card.
- By plane: Genoa Airport is about 85 km from Albenga and about 56 minutes by car from Villanova d'Albenga; Nice Airport is about 1h21 by car from Albenga.
- On the ground: A hire car is simplest for airport transfers and hinterland villages; Albenga station has regional trains to Genoa, Savona and Ventimiglia.
- Market: Albenga's market fills Piazza del Popolo on Saturday morning.
- On foot: Dolceacqua's old town is best explored in comfortable shoes; allow two to three hours.
- Food to try: Focaccia, pesto, Vermentino, Rossese di Dolceacqua, Pigato and purple asparagus from Albenga.
Our tip: split your holiday between sea and hills, even if you never move the caravan. From Camping Delle Rose we love setting off for Dolceacqua early, crossing the humpbacked bridge Monet once painted, climbing up to the Doria castle and finishing with a glass of Rossese. Allow two to three hours on foot and wear comfortable shoes. Around Villanova d'Albenga we love the Saturday morning market in Albenga's Piazza del Popolo, followed by a lazy lunch of focaccia and a glass of Pigato. For a family highlight, book the 1.5-hour boat trip around Gallinara Island from Alassio, Laigueglia or Loano; it often includes a snorkelling stop, and the island has just one resident, the warden. Keen cyclists should try the Riviera dei Fiori path, which you can ride in a day or split into stages. Finally, plan one big day out: Genoa's Aquarium is a must with children, and Monaco is a classic for couples and teens alike. Then return to the campsite pool as the sun drops, and you have the perfect Ligurian day.
— Our specialist
All campsites in Liguria at a glance
Frequently asked questions: Liguria
Is Liguria good for camping with young children?
Yes. Long sandy and pebbly beaches line the coast near Albenga, Le Caravelle Water Park provides splashing fun, and the Hippodrome dei Fiori offers pony rides. Camping Delle Rose in Isolabona has a separate children's pool surrounded by greenery, so the youngest can paddle safely while parents relax.
When is the best time for a camping holiday in Liguria?
Late May to September is lovely: afternoons of about 21°C in late May, 25°C in June and 28°C in July and August, with the sea reaching 25°C in August. Spring and autumn are quieter. Camping Villaggio C'era una Volta has a pool for cooling off all season.
How far is it to drive from the Netherlands to Liguria?
From Utrecht it is about 1307 km, roughly 13 hours of driving without stops. The usual route runs through Germany, Basel, the Gotthard tunnel (toll-free), Chiasso and Milan. You need a Swiss vignette, which costs CHF 40 and is sold online, at the border and at petrol stations.
Which airport is closest to our campsites in Liguria?
Genoa Airport is about 85 km from Albenga and about 56 minutes by car from Villanova d'Albenga, home of Camping Villaggio C'era una Volta. Nice Airport is about 1h21 by car from Albenga. A hire car is the simplest way to reach the campsite and the hinterland villages.
Can we visit Monaco or Genoa on a day trip from our campsite in Liguria?
Yes. Monaco and Nice make classic day trips, and Camping Delle Rose lists Monaco among its highlights alongside Dolceacqua. Genoa is a great family outing too, with its Aquarium, the old harbour at Porto Antico and the UNESCO-listed old town.