If you are heading to Italy for a short break or holiday then you will find a super selection of caravan holidays to choose from that are close to the beach.

Perfect for families, couples and groups, holiday parks in Italy that are close to the beach offer mobile home (static caravan) and camping that will work for all budgets. Of course, caravan parks in Italy that are close to the beach have excellent facilities including swimming pools, covered and heated pools, restaurants, bars and Internet WiFi.

Rosselba le Palme at Elba, Corsica

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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.

Camping Butterfly at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

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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.

San Francesco Village at Caorle, Venetian Riviera

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Wonderful water fun abounds with slide pools, water fountains and swimming for the sporty, not to mention the gentle waves of the Adriatic which might also tempt you. There's plenty of sports action too from archery to windsurfing and the cobbled streets of Caorle offer a glimpse of a typical Venetian fishing port from centuries ago.

Garden Paradiso at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

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This park provides entertainment for everyone including tennis, canoeing and three swimming pools. Garden Paradiso runs children's clubs for 6-10 and 12-14 year olds, also once a month they hold Olympics for children and adults. To carry on the lively theme there are discos and cabaret shows at night. If you prefer a quieter evening visit the park restaurant that overlooks the sea.

Sant'Angelo at Cavallino, Adriatic Coast

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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.

Ca'Savio at Treporti, Adriatic Coast

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Ca'Savio offers two pool complexes that have plenty of room for swimming or simply splashing around, which close during siesta. One complex has six pools in an attractive pine wood setting to the rear of the park and is opposite the bar and restaurant. In addition to the superb beach there is a busy programme of activities for all ages. There is direct access to the long sandy beach from the park where you can hire pedalos, swim or enjoy the sun. The delights of Venice are only a boat ride away when you tire of the sun and sea.

Camping Village Fabulous at Rome, Rome

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At the gates of Rome in the shade of a pine forest...Camping Fabulous is a perfect starting point for exploring the ruins of the `Eternal City' while avoiding Rome's urban hustle and bustle. Why not relax on the beach after a day of touring? With its beautiful pine forest and huge water park, this large and lively parc has something for everyone.

Sant'Angelo Village at Sant'Angelo Village, Venice and Adriatic

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Sant'Angelo Village is an exciting, active campsite with lots to keep the whole family happy. Just a short walk from site is the lively resort of Cavallino, where you?ll find a great selection of bars and restaurants, perfect for sampling some authentic Italian food. There is also direct access to the beach, where you can try your hand at water sports and even sailing lessons. From here, you can also explore some great cycle routes along the coast. The site has an amazing pool complex, complete with heated children?s pool, two super and three smaller water slides. Adults and children will both love the busy entertainment programme, which includes sports competitions and pool activities throughout the day. And in the evening why not enjoy a relaxing drink at the poolside bar.

Pra Delle Torri at Caorle, Adriatic Coast

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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.

Cisano/San Vito at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

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This attractive park on the eastern shores of Lake Garda is situated just outside the small village of Cisano di Bardolino to the north of the old Venetian port of Lazise. San Vito is set just away from the lake but shares facilities, including a lakeside beach, with adjacent Cisano; access via an underpass. A welcoming and friendly park which has the advantage of generally grassy emplacements on both sites, with holiday homes on San Vito and canvas on Cisano. San Vito has a small pool, but most facilities, including a larger pool complex, restaurant and bar, are on Cisano. There's a lively animation programme from mid-May when games and competitions are on offer for all the family as well as fortnightly outdoor discotheques.

Union Lido at Venice, Venice

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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.

Camping San Francesco at Lake Garda, Italian Lakes

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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.

Fornella at San Felice del Benaco, Lake Garda

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Relax amongst olive trees and opulent lakeside views and let the gentle pace at Camping Fornella dictate a sedate holiday tempo. The spacious lagoon pool and clear shallow lake waters are ideal for family bathing fun and the towns of Sal? and San Felice are merely a few minutes drive away.

Camping Valle Gaia at Cecina, Tuscany

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Camping Valle Gaia is a quiet haven in the Tuscan countryside, shaded by mature pine, olive and eucalyptus trees; the perfect location for a relaxing holiday. The site is small, peaceful and beautifully kept the hedge lined pitches, arranged in gentle terraces down the hillside are well shaded from the hot sun. Relax at the side of one of the two pools, and treat yourself to an ice cream from the snack bar, or enjoy a meal in one of the two excellent restaurants. Sample a delicious Italian pizza on the flower bedecked terrace of the pizzeria. Alternatively, head to the traditional Tuscan restaurant, housed in a converted stone farmhouse which offers a fantastic array of local specialities. Valle Gaia is a superb base for exploring this beautiful region.

Union Lido at Cavallino, Venetian Riviera

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A distinguished and undeniably impressive resort on the doorstep of Venice, with numerous bars, eateries, shops, entertainment and with a broad sandy beach to keep even the most discerning family constantly amused.

Sant Angelo Village at Cavallino, Venetian Riviera

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Sant Angelo's location is undoubtedly heaven sent with an immaculately kept forest and a fragrant rose garden flanking the famous Lido sands. Undoubtedly lively, there's a host of organised entertainment to keep your little angels amused but with an altogether more compact feel to some of its Venetian neighbours.

Camping le Capanne at Bibbona, Tuscany

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Camping le Capanne is an excellent choice for a relaxing family holiday. Ideally located in the heart of Tuscany, just a mile from the nearest beach, life here centres around the ivy clad bar and restaurant, housed in a converted Tuscan barn. Welcome shade is provided by tall pine, olive and eucalyptus trees, or you can cool off in the lagoon style pool. Surrounded by a large, grassy sunbathing area and with a hidden waterslide, it is sure to be a hit. There is a wealth of activities available on site, from a popular soccer school and children's club for the little ones, to exercise classes and entertainment for the whole family. While the nearby road and railway line make this an ideal base from which to explore.

Park Albatros at San Vincenzo, Tuscany

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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.

Marina di Venezia at Punta Sabbioni, Adriatic Coast

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An attractive, shaded setting beside a broad expanse of soft, sandy beach is on offer at this park. The large children's and Olympic-sized swimming pools are always popular, as well as the bars, restaurants and shops situated along the promenade some distance from the holiday accommodation. Plenty of activities for the more energetic are on offer, but with the pitches situated in beautiful woodland, this is a great place to relax. A variety of activities and evening entertainment for all the family are arranged from the beginning of June by the animator. There is a convenient bus link to Punta Sabbioni, where you can take a boat to Venice.

Pra delle Torri at Caorle, Venetian Riviera

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There are plenty of bars and eateries to choose from within the Pra Delle Torri holiday park but nearby Santa Margherita has all the character of an authentic Venetian fishing village and further up the coast Caorle boasts bars and trattorias to suit every taste. Plus with romantic Venice in the vicinity, it's hard to imagine a more impressive campsite.