Camping in Senigallia

When camping by the sea in Senigallia, families can splash around in the warm waters of the Italian Adriatic in the morning. A variety of water sports are also on offer here. Alternatively, the beautiful weather can be used to visit the cultural treasures in the old town centre. Afterwards, pizza, pasta and creamy ice cream provide refreshment when camping with children in the province of Ancona.

Special features of camping in Senigallia

The campsites in Senigallia are located near the Adriatic Sea with its sandy and pebble beaches. Families and sporty holidaymakers in particular are drawn to the Italian town, around 30 km from Ancona. Well-kept parks, a variety of water sports activities and a large children's programme are on offer. Campers in Senigallia can also take part in numerous events such as concerts and the corn maze.

Anyone interested in the town's past can quickly reach the sights and museums from the campsites, which provide a good overview. There are restaurants and cafés in the popular holiday resort, so self-caterers can also enjoy a leisurely meal.

How to get there

The town of Senigallia is located on the A14 (Autostrada Adriatica), the second longest motorway in Italy, and starts in Bologna. Although it is subject to tolls, it is often the quickest way to get to the holiday resort. The distance from Hamburg is around 1,500 kilometres, from Frankfurt am Main around 1,100 kilometres and from Munich around 740 kilometres.

From Germany, the most popular routes are either via Basel, Lucerne, Lugano and Milan or Innsbruck, Bolzano and Verona to Bologna. From there, it is around 188 km to the destination on the A14 motorway. Anyone travelling via Austria with a motorhome weighing over 3.5 tonnes should remember to carry a Go-Box in their vehicle.

The motorways from Germany to Italy are particularly popular during the holiday season, which is why there are often traffic jams. It is advisable to take regular breaks when travelling to and from the motorway, both in high and low season. A modern motorway service area with clean sanitary facilities, caravan parking spaces, a restaurant and petrol station can be found at the Brenner Pass, for example.

Top 5 sights

• Rocca Roveresca: The Renaissance fortress with its mighty corner pillars was built from 1480 and now houses a museum. The entrance is on the Piazza del Duca.
• Palazzetto Baviera: The ducal palace was built in the 16th century and is located opposite the fortress.
• Cathedrale di San Pietro: The cathedral with its indicated columns and pastel-coloured façade is located in Piazza Garibaldi.
• Palazzo Comunale: The historic town hall with its pretty bell tower dates back to 1613.
• Pope's birthplace: Pope Pius IX was born in 1792 in the former residence in Via Mastai, 14.

Top 2 insider tips

• Bimmelbahn: A great way to discover the most beautiful corners of the city in the evening is to take a ride on the mini train. It runs every 30 minutes between 5 and 11 pm. The audio guide tells guests the most important facts about the history of the city. Departure is from Piazzale della Libertà, children under three years of age travel free of charge.
• Parco della Pace: This park is located near the stadium. Children can romp around in the playground, there are cycle paths and footpaths as well as designated areas that can be used for a picnic.

Activities and excursions

The holiday resort of Senigallia offers a colourful selection of activities for water sports enthusiasts as well as nature lovers and children.

Water sports

If you want to keep fit while camping in Senigallia, you can burn off energy with various water sports. The local sailing club offers courses for beginners and advanced sailors. Windsurfing and kitesurfing equipment can be hired from the surf centre. Of course, the trendy sport of stand-up paddling is also on offer. Here, active holidaymakers stand upright on a surfboard equipped with a paddle and try to cover a distance without falling into the water.

Children's programme

Senigallia offers an exciting programme for younger guests, especially during the holiday months. As part of the Kidslab educational workshops, participants learn how to take photographs, create mosaics or work as mini restorers.

Frasassi Caves

A delightful excursion leads to the Frasassi cave system in Genga, where fantastic stalactite and stalagmite formations can be admired. The underground treasure was discovered in 1971 and subsequently opened to the public. Light installations create magnificent effects in the various caves.

Events

In summer in particular, Senigallia organises many events for the whole family. Visitors can have fun in the cornfield, in a historical setting or at music concerts.

July

• Corn maze: For several years now, the large corn maze, which is mown just a few metres from the sea, has attracted many visitors. Around 12,000 visitors walk through winding paths in search of their destination. Many other events for children and adults take place as part of the supporting programme. Of course, there is also delicious food for sale at the stalls.
• Senigallia Sotterranea: From July to September, the archaeological zone and La Fenice Museum serve as a stage for various events, ranging from theatre performances and readings to guided tours and presentations.

August

• Summer Jamboree: The biggest event of the year in Senigallia is the Summer Jamboree. This gigantic festival celebrates rock music over nine days. Visitors can arrive three days in advance and attend the pre-shows. From 12 noon, for example, the first sounds can be heard on the beach. The last pieces of music usually don't finish until around 4am. In addition to the concerts for which tickets are sold, there are also plenty of free events organised as part of the music festival.

Gastronomy

Italy has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine. The area around Senigallia, like the entire Adriatic region, is known for its excellent fish dishes. A speciality from Ancona is the stockfish dish stoccafisso all'Anconetana, which is served in many restaurants. Other specialities on the menu include the fish soup Brodetto di Pesce or spaghetti with seafood or mussels.

Honeydew melon with Carpegna ham is a delicious snack. The area's flavoursome cow's and sheep's milk cheeses are equally popular. If you want to order a white wine to go with your fish, you should try a Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi. For dessert, there is panna cotta or tiramisu. Holidaymakers who are watching their diet can also simply order a fresh fruit salad.

Best time to visit

The climate for camping in Senigallia is mild all year round. From as early as April, the terraces of the cafés are full at around 17 degrees Celsius. From May onwards, the thermometer regularly cracks the 20 degree mark. Bathing holidaymakers come to the Adriatic between June and September, when the water temperature is usually 21 degrees Celsius and above. The sea is at its warmest in August at 24 degrees Celsius.

In July, guests can look forward to 11 hours of sunshine and around 28 degrees Celsius. Even in autumn, the temperatures are still pleasant. Even in January, the coldest month of the year, it is around 6 degrees Celsius. The wettest month is November with around 11 days of rain.