Campervan hire in Italy

Why is it worth booking an RV rental in Italy early?

Do you want to drive through mountains, around magnificent lakes, and along stunning coastlines, or take a journey through the world-class art collections of Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan? Whichever it is, hiring an RV rental in Italy is the perfect way to make a road trip around this European country. Enjoy cruising on fast and well-maintained toll roads or meander on country roads where life is taken at a more leisurely pace. However you travel, there is always something new to see when you spend your vacation in a campervan in Italy. Your camper rental in Italy lets you see the country at your own pace and while, at first glance, it may seem an expensive way to travel it needn't break your budget. Check this by comparing it with the cost of hotel accommodation, car rental, and dining out every day. Italy's climate is a delight from April through until October but this is when campervan hire in Italy is in high demand. To get the best price and date combination, CamperDays recommends being an early bird and booking your vacation up to four months in advance. Don't worry if something comes up and you need to change your dates, there is no additional charge for this. Your booking also comes with a fair and transparent cancellation policy and the helpful services of the CamperDays customer service team.

Useful Tips for Your Trip to Italy

The best time to rent a campervan in Italy depends significantly on your preference for weather and the crowds you want to deal with. While summer will be warmest, the crowds and prices will increase. Instead, aim to visit during April, May, early autumn, September, or October for less scorching weather, lower prices, and fewer crowds.

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  Outdoor activities

  If you are looking to do a lot of hiking or cycling when you rent a campervan in Italy, the best time of the year to visit is either spring, early summer or late autumn.

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  Beach holidays

  Although Italy is known for pleasant weather throughout most of the year, June is the best time to visit for a beach holiday or trip to the coast.

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  Winter holidays

  It is no surprise that December is the best time for a truly memorable winter holiday in Italy. Snow falls and coats the Dolomites and the Alps, and the country is known for its warm and welcoming seasonal atmosphere.

Best campervan routes around Italy

A great way to spend your time in this beautiful country when you hire a campervan in Italy is to follow one or more of the many beautiful, scenic driving routes.

SR 222 – Chiantigiana Road
The SR 222, also known as the Chiantigiana Road, is a 69-kilometre route that traverses the famous Chianti region of Tuscany, starting in Florence and ending in Siena. This hilly countryside, dotted with medieval villages and many vineyards, passes places like Greve, Castellina di Chianti, and Monteriggioni.

Val d’Orcia
Another awe-inspiring driving route when you rent a motorhome in Italy is the one that takes you around what is known as the Natural and Cultural Artistic Park of Val d’Orcia. This 110km journey takes you high along the stunning SP146 and SR2 roads. 110km may not sound like a lot on paper, but trust us; this journey is so dense, with exciting sights. You start in Castiglione d’Orcia, on the slopes of the breathtaking Mount Amiata and drive through noteworthy spots like Bagni San Filippo, which is famous for natural sculptures made from calcium carbonate and thermal springs, San Quirico d’Orcia, Montalcino, Pienza, and Radicofani.

Traffic Rules in Italy

• Vehicles approaching from the right or travelling over rails must be prioritised unless signs display a difference. Also note that cyclists near cycle paths and pedestrians at crossings have priority.

• On many mountainous roads, when two vehicles can’t pass one another, the car descending should reverse to a safe place to allow the other to pass. On other roads, the heavier vehicle always gets priority.

• The speed limits are categorised by the types of roads: 50 to 70 km/hour (based on local road signs) in built-up areas, 90 to 110 km/hour in outside built-up areas, and 130 km/hour on motorways.

• Campervans and vehicles with caravans are at most 12 metres long, 4 metres high, and 2.55 metres wide. Loads must not exceed 6 tonnes on the trailer with a single axle and 22 tonnes on the trailer with two axles.

Places of interest and excursions in Italy

Lake Garda, Veneto, Lombardy, and Trentino-Alto Adige
Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy and is more than 50 km long from its northern to southern shore. It is also a little under 20km wide from east to west. For more than 180 days a year, the northern area of Lake Garda is full of canvas sails and boats. Many sailors from all over the World come to the Lake to participate in wild and exhilarating competitive regattas.

Gran Paradiso National Park, Italian Alps, Northwest Italy
The area now known as Gran Paradiso National Park was given its classification in December 1922 and has been under protection ever since. Before being named a national park, it was an exclusive hunting reserve for the Savoy Family. The park is home to chamois and ibex, the latter of which is featured in its logo.