Camping at Lake Garda: complete guide (weather, best time to go & route)
The top-rated campsite in Lake Garda is Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort with 8.9/10.
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Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort
Brescia · by a lake · pool · family-friendly★ 8,9 - 2
Camping Albergo CasavecchiaTrentino · pool · family-friendly★ 8,9 - 3
Camping Europa SilvellaBrescia · by a lake · pool · family-friendly★ 8,9from €196 - 4
Camping La QuerciaVerona · by a lake · pool · family-friendly★ 8,7from €190 - 5
Camping FossaltaVerona · by a lake · pool · family-friendly★ 8,6from €168
Best time to camp in Lake Garda
Most sites in Lake Garda open from spring to autumn. Expect the biggest crowds, warmest weather and highest rates in July and August; book well ahead then.
Lake Garda is Italy's largest lake, ringed by palms, olive groves and mountains; campsites often sit right on the water with swimming areas.
Choose May, June or September and you'll enjoy lower rates, fewer crowds and often still-fine weather in Lake Garda.
Route and access
Plan your route to Lake Garda in good time and allow for busy departure days in summer. A stopover halfway makes the trip with children more pleasant. On Ovisola's map you can see at a glance where each campsite is located.
Before you leave, check the applicable traffic rules and any low-emission zones or toll roads on your route. Travelling by motorhome or caravan, allow for dimensions and weight on narrow or steep access roads.
Sights and activities in Lake Garda
Beyond the campsite itself, the surroundings complete your holiday. Lake Garda offers plenty for walking, cycling, swimming and visiting villages and sights. On the detail page Ovisola shows nearby attractions with their distance.
What does camping in Lake Garda cost?
Prices vary widely by campsite, pitch type and season. Among the campsites in Lake Garda on this list, a pitch starts from around €168 per night in low season; rates are higher in summer.
Booking with Ovisola runs directly through the campsite and our partner, with live price and availability. Watch the extras: tourist tax, electricity and pets sometimes fall outside the base rate.
Recommended: top campsites in Lake Garda
A good starting choice is Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort (8.9/10). Below is a compact top list by review score.
How do we put this list together?
The order in Lake Garda is set by review score: the higher the rating, the higher in the list. We include only rated campsites and rebuild the list periodically from the latest data.
Ovisola maps campsites, motorhome pitches and chalets, searchable by type and amenities. Bookable campsites are reserved directly with the campsite via our partner; the broader coverage comes from OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top-rated campsite in Lake Garda?+
Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort with 8.9/10 is currently the highest-rated campsite in Lake Garda on Ovisola, located in Brescia.
What are the top 3 campsites in Lake Garda?+
The top 3 by review score are: 1) Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort (8.9/10), 2) Camping Albergo Casavecchia (8.9/10) and 3) Camping Europa Silvella (8.9/10).
Can you camp by a lake in Lake Garda?+
Yes, 4 of the 5 campsites in Lake Garda on this list are by a lake.
Which campsites in Lake Garda have a swimming pool?+
5 of the 5 highest-rated campsites in Lake Garda have a pool, including Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort.
What is a good family-friendly campsite in Lake Garda?+
Fornella Camping & Wellness Family Resort is a well-rated family-friendly campsite in Lake Garda; in total 5 of the listed campsites are family-friendly.
Are dogs welcome at campsites in Lake Garda?+
Yes, dogs are allowed at 4 of the listed campsites in Lake Garda.
What does a campsite in Lake Garda cost?+
Prices vary by campsite and season. Among the campsites in Lake Garda on this list, a pitch starts from around €168 per night; see current prices at the campsite.
What is the best time to camp in Lake Garda?+
Most campsites in Lake Garda are open from spring through autumn. For peace and lower prices, May, June and September are ideal; July and August are busiest and warmest.
How does Ovisola compile this ranking?+
The list is sorted by the campsite's review score. Only campsites with a rating are included, and the list is refreshed periodically from the latest data from our partners and OpenStreetMap.
