Camping Riva Smeralda

The sea, always changing (added by manager 22 May 2018)

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Tree-lined holiday village on Sicily’s Milazzo Cape
By a beach with clear waters for fishing, diving and nature spotting
Diving centre, seawater pool, pizzeria and beach pier

On a rocky finger of land jutting into the Tyrrhenian Sea, Milazzo has been a coveted prize since ancient times... and if naval battles were still commonplace off the coast of Sicily, then Camping Riva Smeralda might be seeing off invaders 24/7. Set on a prime spot where the sea laps right up to the groves of eucalyptus and olive trees, this resort has a true back-to-nature atmosphere while keeping all modern on site. It's by a golden sandy beach, edged by high cliffs and clear waters popular for fishing, diving and wildlife spotting, or you could opt merely to stock up from the site’s grocery and take your pick of a dozen secluded picnicking spots. If the salty air and sunshine wear you out (they ought to), you can dine on pizza within stumbling distance of your berth, or settle down on the sands or the 30-metre pier for peaceful hours gazing out over the water. Events and activities as well as kids' games are arranged by the site team so you and the offspring don't have to stir too far for entertainment either. The site also has its own diving centre, a seawater pool for kids to splash in, and a disco for those who come alive after dark. Messina town and port are a 20-minute drive away, and you can reach the departure point for the Aeolian Islands within 15 minutes.

Site type

Tourist board rating

Languages spoken

English

French

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

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

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Outdoor pool nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Seasonal pitches

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Camping Riva Smeralda

Via Panoramica

Milazzo

Messina

Italy

98057

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Rome CEST (GMT+02:00)

GPS

38.26234°N
15.24409°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

Many people only pass through Messina enroute to the Aeolian Islands: understandable, but a missed opportunity. The Old Town takes on a lovely pink hue at sunset, and snappers will get the best shots of the peninsula from the top of old Norman castle. Those in the know start a walk with a visit to the massive cave, concealing a chapel to Saint Anthony of Padua; the path from there takes you by tempting bathing pools, finishing up with views of the islands from the lighthouse. You can explore the peninsula from trails near the site, and avail yourself of the diving school for a dazzling underwater view. But it’s hard to view the shimmering UNESCO Shangri-la of the Aeolian Islands without wanting to hop on the next boat, so head to the port for a flotilla of ferries out to trek up the still-seething volcano on Stromboli; wander the lush and flower-filled valleys of Salina, mingle among the oligarchs in the chic marina at Panare, or step back centuries on Alicudi, where boats and mules are the only transport. Catania is a little under two hours’ drive away. Lent a certain drama by nearby Mt Etna, the morning fish market in this ancient town is opera, battle and ritual rolled into one.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Lido Cirucco	0 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lido Smeralda	0.1 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Le Tre Pietracce	0.4 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Punta Testa D'Impiccato	0.5 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Excellent
Punta Baldassarre	0.9 mi	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

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Does Camping Riva Smeralda have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Camping Riva Smeralda dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Camping Riva Smeralda? Many people only pass through Messina enroute to the Aeolian Islands: understandable, but a missed opportunity. The Old Town takes on a lovely pink hue at sunset, and snappers will get the … Read more