Route Belgrade – Milan – Portorož (via the Italian Alps)
For those of you planning to spend your summer in the mountainous regions near the beautiful Alpine lakes, far from the heat and Mediterranean crowds in the summer of 2016, one of Etno Kamp’s recommendations is a route to Milan, the capital of European fashion, through Slovenia and the Italian Alps.
We have designed this route to be optimal for a 10-day summer vacation.
The total length of the route, one way, recommended by Michelin for camper transportation, is 1,680 km, with the majority of the route being on the highway (1,415 km). The route map looks like this:
Michelin link to this route with recommended stops Bg – Milano – Portoroz via Michelin
SLOVENIA
The first stop recommended by Etno Kamp for this route is Bled, Slovenia. Lake Bled, with all its amenities, offers complete enjoyment: a lake in the valley of mountain ranges, which even in summer provides a pleasant climate. The campsite we recommend for this occasion is the newly opened one. Camp Perun Lince , which is located in the area of Blejska Dobrava. On the provided website (previous link), you can find prices and all other information that may motivate you to spend two days of your journey on this route right here. If you decide on this camp, we suggest booking your stay in advance.
For your information, campsites in Slovenia are generally smaller in capacity and fairly well-maintained. About a dozen larger campsites are typically located near thermal springs, which are popular for so-called winter camping. Resting and parking your camper are allowed in all parking lots and rest areas except where expressly prohibited. Smaller campsites often offer private caterers, enhancing the experience with local wines and specialties making your stay in Slovenian campsites unforgettable.
From Bled, we continue towards Italy, through the Dolomites.
ITALY
Dolomiti
Italian campsites are generally well-equipped and offer plenty of additional amenities. Before arriving at a campsite, it’s necessary to check the availability of free spaces, and it’s recommended to make a reservation. Sleeping outside campsites and camper rest areas is not prohibited, or rather not punishable, but for safety reasons, it is recommended that overnight stays, if not in campsites, are carried out at designated places known as “area di sosta camper,” which are usually available in most larger towns.
On this route, Etno Kamp recommends taking a 2-3 day break at the Caravan Park Sexten camp resort. This resort provides all the amenities you need for a complete experience of indulging in nature and its charms on this type of vacation. Reservations are mandatory at this camp.
Area Trento – Lake Lago di Garda
One of the beautiful Alpine lakes is Lake Garda, located near the town of Garda – Lago di Garda, which is also the largest lake in Italy. The lake covers an area of 370 km2 and has five islands. The largest is Garda Island, followed by San Biagio Island, and the third largest is Trimelone, while there are two smaller islands, Island of Dreams and Olive Island. Lake Garda is situated in northern Italy, between the Lombardy, Veneto, and Trentino-South Tyrol regions.
On its northern shore, the lake is surrounded by steep mountain ranges, while on the southern side, plains predominate, where the lake widens and becomes larger. The length of this natural lake is 52 km, its greatest width is 16 km, and the maximum recorded depth is 346 meters. Lake Garda is located at an elevation of 65 meters above sea level. Throughout the year, tourists from all over the world visit Lake Garda, which owes its popularity to its natural beauty, mild climate, and typical vegetation. Here, you can find chestnut trees, walnut trees, olive trees, grapevines, oleanders, mimosa, cypress trees, and in the past, lemon cultivation was an important economic activity, although today it is grown primarily as a natural attraction.
Detailed information about this region can be found at the link provided. http://www.gardalakeuk.com/
The campsites recommended by Etno Kamp at this lake are:
Just for your information, the campsites in the South Tyrol region provide excellent facilities and comfort for both summer and winter vacations. The campsites we also recommend in this part of Italy are:
For enjoying this part of Italy, we recommend spending 2-3 days as part of this route.
MILAN
After revitalizing your body and soul in the beautiful Italian Alps, we head towards the urban part of Italy, the fashion capital, Milan. It’s recommended to visit outlet centers and check out the current sales. Milan and its surroundings have several nice campgrounds if you spend a lot of time shopping and need a break. A recommended option is the Milan Campground, which offers an unforgettable night’s sleep amidst the trees. Camp Milano
From Milan, a bit more indulgence awaits. Along the route, you’ll come across the cities of Vicenza and Padua. If you’re craving more urban experiences, it’s definitely worth visiting them.
Then, we return through Slovenia and reach Portorož.
SLOVENIA, PORTOROŽ
The camp we recommend is the camp Lucija
However, be sure to check out and review the other camps in the beautiful coastal Slovenian town. Portoroz – Piran kampovi
You and your family are left to enjoy and tailor your vacation to get the most out of it. Of course, we invite you to share your impressions and photos with us!
Safe travels and best wishes from Etno Kamp!