Camping Belvedere
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- Small and quiet Catania site half an hour’s drive from Mount Etna
- Piedimonte Etneo 15 minutes’ drive; Mascali beach clubs 25 minutes
- Pool with volcano views; bars and shops within 20 minutes’ drive
New in 2025, Catania’s Camping Belvedere occupies a very fine site indeed, right at the foot of Mount Etna and just 15 minutes’ drive from the spectacular and historic town of Piedimonte Etneo. It’s located on the road towards Presa, a lively village and cultural hub with a couple of ethnographic museums and spectacular vistas towards the Ionian Sea.
This pocket-size site has level grass pitches where views take in the peak of Etna; electric hook-ups, a water supply and sustainable loos and showers housed in upcycled wooden huts are all available. There’s a large outdoor pool (admission fee applies) surrounded by terraced olive groves and overlooking Etna, and you can be out hiking or cycling on the slopes of the volcano in about half an hour’s drive.
In around 20 minutes by car, there are several small villages filled with baroque-era architecture to have a nose around, and where you will also find grocery stores, bars and trattorias. Golf and tennis can be played nearby, and several Sicilian wineries are open for tours and tastings within 15 minutes’ drive.
Site type
14
14Open all year
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Facilities/activities including swimming pool are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
- As a nudist site, guests of all ages must comply with the nudist policy if holidaying on the site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Swimming pool access is €10 per person, per day during the week and €15 per person, per day on the weekend. Children under 5 are free.
Languages spoken
English
German
Italian
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Small (11-25 pitches)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Golf nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Drainage hook-up points for tourers Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Camping Belvedere
Strada Provinciale n. 68
33
Piedimonte Etneo
Catania
Italy
95017
Directions Timezone
Europe/Rome CEST (GMT+02:00)
GPS
37.79596°N
15.15274°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Etna (half an hour’s drive) will probably be your first stop, either for self-led hikes and bike rides in the foothills of the volcano or guided quad bike and MTB tours of the terrain. For anyone preferring to discover the volcano in comfort, sections of the Ferrovia Circumetnea narrow-gauge railway around the base of the mountain are open; your nearest station is Piedimonte Etneo (15 minutes’ drive).
With its baroque architecture and café-lined piazzas, Piedimonte Etneo is a gorgeous place to spend time nosing around. More urban delights are found in Catania (40 minutes), known for its old town, markets and Etna views from the dome of Chiesa della Badia di Sant’Agata. Another historic attraction is the millennia-old Castagno dei Cento Cavalli (‘chestnut tree of 100 horses’, 25 minutes), thought to be the oldest chestnut tree in the world.
Day at the beach on the cards? Head for the sandy expanse at Spiaggia di San Marco di Calatabiano (half an hour) or the popular lido clubs in Mascali (25 minutes). If you prefer to stay closer to your pitch, discover the hinterland of Mount Etna aboard sturdy donkeys (10 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fondachello Via Spiaggia 22 | 4.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Torrente Gurna | 4.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Torrente Anguillara 100 M N | 4.3 mi | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Excellent |
| Torrente Anguillara 100 M S | 4.4 mi | Sea | Poor | Poor | N/A | N/A |
| Torrente Forche | 4.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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- Does Camping Belvedere have a swimming pool? Yes View all features
- Is Camping Belvedere dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Camping Belvedere? Etna (half an hour’s drive) will probably be your first stop, either for self-led hikes and bike rides in the foothills of the volcano or guided quad bike and MTB tours of … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Camping Belvedere?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Camping Belvedere? From £25.21 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.