A journey through history and magic
January is the perfect time to discover Italy’s most beautiful villages, with their cobbled lanes, quiet squares and authentic atmosphere. The streets are quieter, the destinations less crowded, and winter adds a touch of magic to each landscape. A trip to the villages in winter offers you the chance to explore new places at your own pace, always with your home on wheels ready to offer comfort and warmth.
Villages in Piedmont by Campervan
If you are planning an itinerary among the most beautiful villages, Piedmont will not disappoint. The region is known for its welcome to Campers with organised parking and convenient services in many locations.
Among the most evocative places, one of the travellers’ favourites is Neive, in the Langhe, a small jewel set among hills of vineyards, which in winter, when fog envelops the landscape, looks like something out of a postcard.
The surrounding area also offers many opportunities: a must is to visit one of the many wine cellars in the area, famous for Barbaresco, one of the world’s most popular red wines. January is the perfect time to organise a wine tasting directly in the places of production through guided tours that allow you to discover the secrets of wine, from the vineyard to the bottle, with the addition of tastings of local products such as cheeses, salami and hazelnuts from the Langhe.
To cope with cold winter days, your Motorhome must be well equipped. Fiamma’s Thermo Vent 40, an insulating ventilation flap, is perfect for providing a comfortable environment even when the temperatures are cold outside. Thanks to its thermal protection function, it is the ideal ally for winter campers.
Orta San Giulio, overlooking the enchanting Lake Orta, is another perfect destination for a Motorhome trip in January. Besides the beauty of the village, the surrounding area offers many activities for those who want to immerse themselves in nature, history and local traditions.
One of the most impressive experiences is a visit to the Island of San Giulio, which can be reached in a few minutes by boat. This small island is a place of peace and spirituality, dominated by the Basilica of San Giulio and an ancient monastery. Walking along the ‘Path of Silence’ is a unique experience, especially on quiet winter days when the crowds of tourists are far away and the island seems to belong only to you.
If you love views, the Sacro Monte di Orta is a must-see: this UNESCO site, located on a hill overlooking the village, is a complex of chapels dedicated to the life of St Francis of Assisi, set in an enchanted forest. In winter, with its fallen leaves and clear January light, Sacro Monte offers a spectacular view of the lake and surrounding mountains, a true spectacle for the eyes and soul.
There is no shortage of parking areas in the villages of Italy: Piedmont is known for its welcome to Campers with organised parking and convenient services in many locations. With accessories such as Fiamma’s Carry-Bike Pro C, you can also take your bicycles with you to explore the surroundings of the villages in a sustainable way. Robust and compact, this bike carrier is ideal for those looking for practicality and safety when travelling.
Travelling through Italy’s most famous villages
Moving down the Belpaese, Civita di Bagnoregio, in Lazio, is known as ‘the dying town’. This village, perched on a tuff promontory, has a surreal atmosphere in January, with the fog that envelops it and its streets that seem suspended in time. The nearby rest area makes it easy to reach, and the silence of the low season will make the experience even more intimate.
Another magical stop on your motorhome trip is Montepulciano, in Tuscany. The village is famous for its wine, but in January it also offers a quieter and more authentic side. Strolling through its narrow streets, enjoying a wine tasting in one of the historic cellars and stopping to observe the landscape of the Tuscan hills from above is an experience that warms the heart even on the coldest of days.
January is the perfect month to discover even lesser-known villages, those that may not appear in the most emblazoned guidebooks but hide unexpected treasures. Italy is full of small villages that, especially in winter, offer a unique sense of authenticity.
Travelling by Campervan through the villages in winter is a way to rediscover slowness and appreciate small things, and there is no shortage of rest areas in the villages of Italy.
With a Campervan, you have the chance to stop wherever you like, to explore without haste and to enjoy the journey in all its nuances. January, with its clear days and slow pace, is the ideal time to set off and experience Italy in a different way, far from chaos and close to its most authentic roots.