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SmartVan: 9 travel ideas in Italy from north to south

Sea, Hills and Mountains: Italy offers unlimited travel possibilities to those who choose to leave on board one SmartVan, with the possibility of stopping in magical places, in front of a sunset over the sea, a snowy landscape or a green valley.

Wild Adventures has selected 9 places not to be missed for a road trip in the beautiful country: ready to leave on board your Camper Van? The only limit will be your imagination.

NORTHERN ITALY

TRENTINO ALTO-ADIGE: Paneveggio Pale di San Martino Natural Park
Ideal for hiking, climbing, biking and winter sports enthusiasts, the Pale di San Martino are Dolomite peaks characterized by a vast rock plateau. Thanks to the Rosetta cable car you can reach an altitude of 2,700 meters, relax in the shelters or have fun, in the winter months, on the 60 km of slopes of the Paneveggio Pale di San Martino Natural Park.

PIEDMONT AND VALLE D'AOSTA: Gran Paradiso National Park
Among peaks of over 4000 meters, lakes, streams and immense valleys, the Gran Paradiso National Park, established in 1922, will amaze you in any season. The Park, located between Piedmont and Valle D'Aosta, offers countless proposals for accommodation, including sports and recreational activities, excursions, and moments of relaxation.
To better appreciate the nature of the place, we advise you to stay in one of the municipalities of the Park, taking advantage of the numerous equipped areas located in the protected area.

LIGURIA - Albenga
330 km long, the Ligurian coast is characterized by jagged promontories overlooking the sea, inlets, sandy coves and small villages to be discovered.
Among the towns to mark as a stop on your trip to Liguria we recommend Albenga, a treasure of the Riviera with an extraordinary artistic heritage. The ancient village of Albenga will surprise you with its ancient buildings, medieval towers and Piazza San Michele with its Cathedral dedicated to the Archangel. About 1.5 km from the coast is the Gallinara Island Regional Nature Reserve, home to one of the largest herring gull nesting colonies in the region.

CENTER OF ITALY

TUSCANY: The Sienese hills
A super popular destination for travelers in campers, Tuscany is beloved for its green hills and characteristic villages. Autumn and spring are the ideal moments to choose the Sienese hills as a destination for a trip on the road. There are numerous stopover possibilities for your SmartVan, which will allow you to visit the most beautiful villages of this area such as Volterra, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni, concluding the tour with a visit to Siena.

UMBRIA: Marmore Falls
Between valleys and small villages, Umbria is the ideal destination if you are looking for peace, nature and good food. Between Perugia and Gubbio, Spoleto, Norcia and Orvieto, enjoy your journey in the region called “the heart of Italy”. Do not miss a trip to the Marmore Falls, one of the highest in Europe, with a vertical drop of 165 meters.

ABRUZZO: Gran Sasso National Park
The Gran Sasso National Park extends between Abruzzo, Marche and Lazio, the third largest in Italy. Visiting the Park means living an unforgettable experience, between nature, culture and food and wine. In the park there are numerous hiking trails to be covered on foot or by bike. Vast possibilities to stop for travelers in a camper or SmartVan, even at over 1200 meters above sea level.

 

SOUTHERN ITALY

CAMPANIA: The Amalfi Coast 
Among the different travel ideas in Camper we cannot fail to recommend the famous Amalfi Coast. By choosing a SmartVan you will have no difficulty traveling the winding roads that connect places such as Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello. Traveling aboard a Camper Van It will also allow you to save on the cost of the hotel and not have problems with reservations in these places that are always very crowded with tourists in every season.

PUGLIA: The Gargano
Famous throughout Europe for its promontory rich in sea views, the Gargano is the "spur of Italy". Choosing the Gargano as a stop on your road trip aboard the SmartVan you can take advantage of numerous rest areas a few meters from the sea. From Vieste, Peschici or Rodi Garganico it is also possible to embark for the Tremiti Islands, an archipelago located 12 miles from the coast, where it is possible to dive with the help of local diving centers.

CALABRIA: The Sila
In addition to being a summer destination, thanks to its 741 km of coastline, Calabria offers numerous travel possibilities even in winter. La Sila is in fact an ideal destination for those who prefer the mountains, with a stay on the snow in winter or a relaxing holiday in the other seasons. The Sila area has over 1700 square meters of wild woods, clearings and peaks up to 1200 meters above sea level: no stopping problem for free travelers, who can choose from numerous equipped areas located in Setta Pedace, Lorica and Spezzano. of the Sila.

 

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