If you are heading to Italy for a short break or holiday then the popular region of Italian Lakes offers some super caravan accommodation that are close to the beach to choose from.

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

Camping Eden at Lake Garda

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With shade provided from the hot sun by gnarled olive and cypress trees, this is an idyllic setting in which to unwind and relax. While away the hours at the lakeside beach and jetty; the clear waters are ideal for swimming, windsurfing or canoeing. Children will love the small water chute at the pool complex, and there is a second swimming pool and waterslide, plus a snack bar at the top of the site. The large terrace of the bar and restaurant offers a commanding lake view and is the ideal location to relax with a delicious Italian pizza and ice cream.

Zocco at Manerba Del Garda

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You are spoilt for choice as to where to swim on this park. With the superb pool complex including a hydro massage spa it may be difficult to decide whether to use the on park facilities or the clear waters of Lake Garda; there is direct access to the lake with its pebbled beach and tree-lines shore. Zocco is ideally situated for enjoying the Italian atmosphere with views of the delightful town of Sirmione across the lake. There are plenty of open grassy spaces for children to play on and some shaded pitches; in high season it may be necessary to park away from your pitch. A short walk away there is an open-air disco for older children to enjoy; however some noise can be heard at night.

Camping San Francesco at Lake Garda

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes,

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.

Camping Bella Italia at Lake Garda

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A hedge lined avenue winds through Camping Bella Itlalia, giving stunning views of the lake and mountains. At the centre is the pool complex a lagoon style pool and three small waterslides, surrounded by a large terrace, and complete with a poolside bar, perfect for a refreshing drink. Lakeside is a long, shingle beach and all manner of water sports hire pedaloes, canoes and windsurfers, or simply relax on the promenade for a spot of fishing. The lakeside restaurant is one of three on site; the terrace offers superb views of the lake, the perfect venue to end the day, while planning the activities for the next.

Camping Europa Silvella at Lake Garda

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Situated in the Gulf of Manerba, Camping Europa Silvella enjoys a prime location on the banks of Lake Garda. Located close to the beautiful towns of San Felice del Benaco and Salo, the campsite is perfect for a relaxing time onsite combined with day of sightseeing around the local area. A must do is to take a boat ride on the Lake ? don?t forget your camera! At the heart of the campsite is the wonderful pool complex with separate children?s pool and a large sun terrace to relax in the glorious Italian sunshine. The site restaurant is a fantastic spot for a relaxing meal with stunning views. The terrace overlooks Lake Garda and the surrounding Gulf of Manerba!

La Rocca at Del Garda

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With boats as frequent as buses you can relax and enjoy the magnificent sights with someone else doing the work. The campsite has a lovely open feel with pleasant, grassy pitches. There's also plenty to do on site with tennis courts, table tennis and swimming pools for all the family, as well as organised activities during the high season. The pebbly lake beach is ideal to soak up the sun or try out canoeing. The nearby villages of Moniga and Manerba are really most attractive but the regular boat trips available from nearby Desenzano are definitely the best way to see most of the pretty lakeside villages.

Camping Cisano San Vito at Lake Garda

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes,

The fantastic pool complex offers two swimming pools, a children's pool and two small waterslides. The grassy pitches are ideal for relaxing with a cooling glass of local wine. There is plenty to keep the whole family amused, including sports activities organised by the campsite staff. Head to the lakeside beach (direct access from site) and enjoy canoeing, water skiing or windsurfing, before relaxing over a meal at the welcoming restaurant. The site is split by two roads, with an underpass and roadside attendants for pedestrians.

Cisano/San Vito at Lake Garda

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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.

Camping Piantelle at Lake Garda

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The site has direct access to a beach and jetty where the crystal waters are ideal for swimming and canoeing. The shaded pitches, play areas, games room and separate children's pool make this an ideal location for young families. Relax with a book on the spacious sun terrace by the swimming pool, or join in with the organised aqua aerobics classes. As evening falls; relax and enjoy a meal at the Vinessa restaurant where the mouth-watering menu includes a wide range of traditional Italian pizzas and pasta dishes.

Camping Del Garda at Peschiera

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Del Garda is surrounded by parkland but just a stones throw away from Peschiera town centre. With four pools, including children's pools and a busy entertainment programme with organised waters ports on the beach and a children's playground, it's ideal for those who like to stay busy on holiday. With plenty of shade available around the pool area, as well as sunbathing space it will appeal to those less active. You can enjoy tennis, volleyball, aerobics, aqua-aerobics and lake fishing here. A bar, restaurant and supermarket are available to cater for most needs, but should you wish to get out and about, Del Garda is within very easy reach of the many local attractions including the 'Gardaland Theme Park' and 'Caneva World Waterpark'.

Cisano/San Vito at Lake Garda

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Just outside the small village of Cisano di Bardolino you will find this attractive park on the shores of Lake Garda. Set back from the lake the park shares facilities with Cisano, an adjacent park, including a lakeside beach, access via an underpass. SanVito has a small pool, but Cisano has a large pool complex, restaurant and bar which are available for your use. From mid May a lively animation programme provides games and competitions for all the family as well as fortnightly outdoor discos.

Camping Butterfly at Lake Garda

Caravan parks close to the beach in Italian Lakes,

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.