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Cilento is an area in Campania, in the province of Salerno, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unique landscape, rare animal species and ancient temples. Cilento has a long stretch of coastline, which makes the area ideal for camping by the sea. Families in particular feel at home here. Camping with children is made easy here, as you have both extensive beaches and plenty of nature to let off steam.

Special features of camping in Cilento

Cilento has been a nature reserve since the 1990s and is a real insider tip for southern Italy. The area is still quite unspoilt by tourism. The campsites in Cilento nestle harmoniously into the landscape and offer plenty of space to relax. There are a number of carefully designed pitches with direct access to the beach along the kilometre-long stretch of coastline.

While you enjoy your morning cappuccino, you can watch your children splashing around in the Tyrrhenian Sea. But there are also cosy campsites inland that offer a view of the rolling green hills of southern Italy. If you want to spend your holiday in the tranquil seclusion of nature, you are in good hands at one of these campsites.

Journey

Travelling from Germany to your campsite in Cilento takes you over the Alps and through all of Italy's scenic beauty. No matter where you start from in Germany, one or two stopovers are recommended. It is about 1,200 kilometres from Munich to Cilento. This route takes you via the Brenner motorway through the breathtaking Alps.

You can then make a stop in Florence and perhaps even find time to take a look at Michelangelo's marble legacy. The journey continues through southern Italy, past Rome and Naples, to the graceful natural landscape of the Cilento. From western Germany, for example from Cologne, it is around 1,700 kilometres. For a first stopover with an overnight stay, the medieval town of Lucerne is well situated along the way.

This small town in Switzerland lies in the middle of the mountains and directly on Lake Lucerne, around which a number of campsites are grouped. The second place to stay is one of the campsites around Florence. From there it is only less than 600 kilometres to your destination. Tolls apply in Switzerland, Austria and on many motorways in Italy.

Destinations in the Cilento

Along the coast, winding towns nestle in the Mediterranean landscape. Marina di Camerota is a particularly beautiful seaside resort. There are also a number of small villages in the mountains, such as Camerota and Casal Velino. An absolute highlight is the Greek temple town of Paestum.

Marina di Camerota and its white beaches

The fishing village of Marina di Camerota enchants with its small harbour and beautiful beaches. Cala Bianca in particular is a pearl of the region.

The many bathing opportunities and the mysterious grottos to explore make the town an attractive holiday destination, especially for families. The Grotta della Cala is particularly famous. The small grotto served as a home for Neanderthals more than 100,000 years ago.

Camerota - the mountain idyll

The quaint mountain village of Camerota is located on a rocky plateau and towers over the national park like a fortress. It offers a fantastic view of the sea and is a good starting point for excursions into the mountains and short hikes. The medieval village even boasts a small castle.

The small alleyways, ancient stone houses and ornate archways give the village a charm all of its own. Its special location makes it an idyll of tranquillity and a place where the beauty of nature can be enjoyed to the full.

Activities and excursions

Cilento is a true paradise for active holidaymakers. Whether you prefer the mountains or the sea, the choice of activities is huge.

Water sports in Cilento

The turquoise-coloured waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea are perfect for a range of water sports. It's not just experienced sailors who whizz across the water here, newcomers can also master their first turn in Cilento. Sailing, surfing and diving schools offer courses for adults, teenagers and children.

There are even special offers for school trips. In addition, the extensive and almost unspoilt sandy beaches are huge play paradises for children. If you want to be a little more secluded, you can explore one of the pebble bays, which can only be reached by boat or via small winding paths.

Cilento Nature Park - The Eldorado for mountain sports enthusiasts

The unspoilt landscape of the Cilento National Park is a paradise for all mountain sports enthusiasts. You can go on long hikes through terraced hills and olive groves, past babbling waterfalls and breathe in the fresh, rosemary-scented mountain air.

If you can't move fast enough on foot, you can whizz along the narrow paths on a mountain bike. Exploring the fertile landscape with its hidden mountain villages on horseback is also a special experience. Both guided riding tours and riding lessons are available.

Gastronomy

Many of the dishes that are considered typically Italian come from Campania, such as the delicious buffalo mozzarella and, of course, Neapolitan pizza. Cilento is a land of milk and honey, especially for vegetarians, as many of the traditional dishes do not contain meat. For example, stuffed aubergines with tomato sauce and parmesan are a classic delicacy.

Tomatoes, olives, garlic, figs and juicy grapes grow in the fertile Cilento, from which exquisite wines are made. But Campania's cuisine also has plenty to offer meat and fish lovers. It is quite common to mix meat and fish, for example in vitello tonnato. The aromatic herbs oregano, rosemary and thyme refine every dish and provide the typical Italian flavour.

Best time to visit

If you are looking for sunshine, Cilento is the place to be. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, it remains mild all year round. Summers are not too hot and temperatures hardly ever drop below 10 degrees Celsius in winter. The best months for a beach holiday are from the end of April to the beginning of November.

At the height of summer, the sea water can be up to 25 degrees Celsius and ten hours of sunshine a day are not uncommon. The water temperature is perfect for children to play undisturbed in the water for hours on end. Spring and autumn and even the mild winter are particularly suitable for hikes and excursions into the Mediterranean nature.

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