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Camping Smeraldo

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The Italian Ligurian coast is known for the colourful villages of Cinque Terre, picturesquely positioned against the rocks above the sea. On that same steep coast, Camping Smeraldo is located on a rocky ridge above the clear blue water. Camping Smeraldo is a unique place for the somewhat adventurous campsite visitor. Once you have reached the place with your tent or motorhome, a special stay awaits you with the sea, beach and mountains playing a major role. You can also book a bungalow or apartment at this dream location.

A tunnel through the rocks to the campsite

You access the campsite in a unique way, namely, via a tunnel through the rocky coast. At one time, steam trains rode through this tunnel – now, you drive through it in your car. Although it is only possible for traffic to travel in one direction, this changes every twenty minutes, making your waiting time a maximum of twenty minutes.

The campsite is not suitable for very large recreational vehicles because of the width of the tunnel and the rocky terraces on which the pitches are located. Tent pitches are 4x4 metres and equipped with a shade sail. The pitches are paved, and all have a view of the sea. This also applies for the charming bungalows and apartments.

Sun, sea and beach

Camping Smeraldo is a perfect spot for those who love the sea and the beach. You can rent stand up paddleboards and canoes at the campsite. You walk from your tent straight to the pebble beach. Beach lounges are available for rent for wonderful long days by the water. The toilet blocks have both sitting and squatting toilets.

Campsite accepts ACSI Club ID

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This inspector visits Camping Smeraldo every year and inspects the campsite based on more than 200 facilities and other points. The inspector is an employee of ACSI and not affiliated with the campsite.

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Reviews (401)

Average rating: 7.7

Toilet facilities: 6.5
Staff: 9.3
Price - quality comparison: 8.1
Child friendliness: 5.2
Entertainment: 7.1
Sports facilities: 4.5
Swimming pool: 8.9
Food and drink: 7.8
Surroundings: 9.3

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Ruth S, on this campsite in July 2025
9.2

Travelling party: Seniors

Liked - Es ist immer stressfrei
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Erica V, on this campsite in July 2025
8.8

Travelling party: Family with children, 12 - 18 years

Liked - Beautiful and practical bungalow, stunning sea view. Very nice restaurant. Little shop with badics( only open before noon)

For bigger cars quite challenging since it’s a very steep and narrow camping.
Fun combination between tourists and locals on the camping
Disliked - None
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boris P, on this campsite in October 2024
9.2

Travelling party: Family with children, 4 – 12 years

Liked - Perfect place. Nice hosts. A little paradise…
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Robert S, on this campsite in October 2024
10.0

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - We loved this spot. Access through the tunnel system is so unique as is the site itself. They have everything organized perfectly from arrival to parking to departure. Dinner at the restaurant was super yummy. Front desk staff was extremely friendly and helpful.
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György K, on this campsite in October 2024
9.1

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - Sehr schönes Ort
Disliked - Internet Verbindung zu schwach
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Annette B, on this campsite in September 2024
8.4

Travelling party: Family with children, 12 - 18 years

Liked - Es war einfach herrlich, vom Bungalow aus Tag und Nacht das Meer zu sehen und zu hören! Das Personal war sehr freundlich und stets hilfsbereit.
Disliked - Schade dass es keinen Fussweg nach Moneglia gibt, der auch bei Flut oder höherem Wellengang begehbar ist.
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Simon S, on this campsite in September 2024
9.0

Travelling party: Group of friends

Liked - Good weather, nicht place
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edward M, on this campsite in September 2024
9.6

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - The location is spot on! The staff could not have been more friendly or helpful. They were great.
Fabulous accommodation! The little bungalow we stayed in for the first night was comfortable, exceptionally clean and incredible views of the sea.

Our second night we stayed in our camper van. Again, the same beautiful spot, with electricity, very clean showers and loos.
The restaurant is great- the MOST delicious pizza! Highly recommend this unusual but stunning setting !
Disliked - Shower block for campers ( although v clean) could do with updating. They are very small with nowhere to put your belongings whilst you are in the shower.
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Sebastian S, on this campsite in September 2024
7.8

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - Water
Disliked - Schade das es keine Fahrrad oder Fußwege von da weg gibt
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Nadine N, on this campsite in September 2024
6.7

Travelling party: Young couple

Liked - Die Aussicht war das Beste
Disliked - Der angegebene Fußweg ist kaum und n windigen Tagen gar nicht nutzbar. Durch den Tunnel kommen nur motorisierte Fahrzeuge …. Somit ist man recht abgeschnitten.
Die Plätze sind wie beschrieben sehr sehr eng. Wir hatten knapp nen Meter zum Vorder- und Hintermann und unser Platz war nach vorne zusätzlich auf 1,5 Meter begrenzt. Da das aber angegeben war, ist s okay.
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General information

Guide price 1: €60.00
Guide price 2: €72.00
Period of opening: 22-03-2025 till 09-11-2025
Area: 1 ha
Number of touring pitches: 50 (20 - 30m²)
Number of permanent pitches: 30
Number of accommodation units for hire: 23
Campsite suitable for disabled persons: Yes

** Amenities in bold we know are not included in the overnight price and that there will be additional charges for them. Please note that some non-bold amenities may also incur additional costs.

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Wifi 80-100% coverage
Situated on the coast (max. 0.5 km)

Internet

Mobile internet
- Type:4G
Wifi 80-100% coverage

At the reception

ACSI Club ID is accepted as an identity document
Advance booking recommended for high season
Passport/identity card required
Credit cards accepted
- credit card:Visa Card
Payment by debit card/Maestro possible
Reception easily accessible for the disabled
Languages spoken at reception (during the main season)
- languages:Italian | French | Spanish | English | German

Pitch amenities

Car-free pitches
Tap at/near the pitch (max. 50 m)
Electrical hook-ups possible
- Max. electricity:6 ampère | 10 ampère
Euro-plug required

Campsite rules

Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Tents allowed
Motorhomes allowed
Car-free pitches
Barbecues permitted
- type of BBQ:gas | electricity | charcoal

Dogs

Dog(s) in low season (on lead)
- Max. total:2
Dogs not allowed in high season

Toilet facilities

Washbasins: hot water
Washbasins: cold water
Standard toilets
Toilet paper provided
Squatting-toilets
Chemical toilet disposal point
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Showers: hot water
Showers: cold water
Beach showers

Ground and vegetation

Pitches with some shade
Marked pitches
Terraced site
Hard ground

Washing, washing-up, cooking

Washing up sinks: hot water
Washing up sinks: cold water
Washing machine(s)
Laundry sinks: cold water
Laundry sinks: hot water
Ironing facilities

Food, drink and groceries

Breakfast available
- period:01-04/30-09
Fresh bread available at the camp site
- period:01-04/30-09
Groceries: limited selection
- period:01-04/30-09
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Restaurant (with ample choice)
- period:01-04/30-09
Restaurant (limited choice)
- period:01-04/30-09
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Snack bar
- period:01-04/30-09
Pizzeria
- period:01-04/30-09
Takeaway meals
- period:01-04/30-09
Bar
- period:01-04/30-09
Freezing for cooling elements

Rental accommodations

Bungalows/chalets
- total:21
Apartments
- total:2

Available to hire at the campsite

Refrigerators
Kayaks
Locked refrigerator
Safes

Swimming

Sea swimming (max. 0.5 km)
Beach showers

Beach

Pebble/shingle beach
Rocky coastline

Water sports and recreation

Fishing
Scuba diving
- compressed-air cylinders filled

For children

No entertainment programme

Sport and games

Table tennis table
Stand-up Paddling
Kayaks

Recreation (adults)

Fishing

Situation of campsite

Situated on the coast (max. 0.5 km)
Distance to the sea (max. 10 km)
- distance:0 km
Close to motorway junction (< 10 km)
- distance:7 km
Shopping opportunities in the vicinity (< 10 km)
- distance:1 km
Difficult access for caravans/motorhomes

For motorhomes

Motorhomes allowed

Disabled

Disabled sanitary facilities on one level or accessible via a ramp
Width of door 100 cms minimum
Foldaway/lockable supports on at least 1 side of the toilet
Height toilet-seat approx. 48 cms
Next to toilet on at least one side approx. 90cms room to manoeuvre
In front of toilet at least 120 cms room to manoeuvre
No threshold of over 2cms high in sanitary block
Width of corridor in sanitary block 120 cms minimum
Toilet-shower combination (215cmsx215cms minimum)
Canteen/restaurant with level entrance or with ramp
Shop/supermarket with level entrance or with ramp
Reception easily accessible for the disabled

Miscellaneous

Footpaths and roads are lit
Patrolled grounds
Quiet during the day
Quiet during the night

Campsite surroundings

Weather

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Climate

	Relative humidity	Precipitation total (mm)
Jan	81%	139
Feb	86%	116
Mar	81%	128
Apr	85%	144
May	83%	113
Jun	85%	99
Jul	81%	49
Aug	83%	81
Sep	86%	104
Oct	89%	191
Nov	88%	1000
Dec	87%	1000

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Camping Smeraldo
Località Preata
16030 / Moneglia
Italy
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Coordinates:

44°14'19"N 9°28'40"E
A12, exit Sestri Levante, direction Moneglia for about 7 km. Exit in the tunnel, controlled by traffic lights (just before Moneglia).
Identification code:

CIN: IT010037B33J3C8J85

CIR: 010037-PAR-0001