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Hiring a campervan in Acerra means setting off from the farming plain that stretches north-east of Naples, 11 km from the centre as the crow flies, without having to cross the city. From here, the Royal Palace of Caserta, the villages of the Sannio, the mountain lakes of the Matese and the wine-growing hills of Irpinia are less than two hours' drive away, far from the busiest coastal routes. Our partner company Blurent hands over its vehicles at its local depot.
Acerra is a few minutes from the A1, A16 and A30 motorways: a handy starting point for inland Campania as well as for the Bay of Naples.
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Road trips from Acerra
1 Bourbon Caserta and ancient Capua
- Acerra
- Caserta
- San Leucio
- Caserta Vecchia
- Sant'Angelo in Formis
- Santa Maria Capua Vetere
- Capua
- Acerra
A short loop north of Acerra links the Royal Palace of Caserta and its park to San Leucio, the silk-making colony founded by the Bourbons, then to the medieval village of Caserta Vecchia, up in the hills. At the foot of Mount Tifata, the basilica of Sant'Angelo in Formis keeps its Romanesque frescoes, before the amphitheatre and the Mithraeum of Santa Maria Capua Vetere, ancient Capua.
- Distance
- about 110 km
- Recommended vehicle
- All types of motorhomes
2 The Matese mountains and the villages of the Sannio
- Acerra
- Piedimonte Matese
- Lake Matese
- Cerreto Sannita
- Guardia Sanframondi
- Benevento
- Acerra
From Piedimonte Matese, a winding mountain road climbs to Lake Matese, surrounded by beech forests at over a thousand metres. You then drive down to Cerreto Sannita, rebuilt on a grid plan after the 1688 earthquake and known for its ceramics, and on to the vineyards of Guardia Sanframondi. Benevento closes the loop with the church of Santa Sofia, a Lombard landmark listed as a World Heritage Site.
- Distance
- about 230 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or camper van
3 Nola and the Irpinia highlands
- Acerra
- Nola
- Cimitile
- Taurasi
- Goleto Abbey
- Nusco
- Lake Laceno
- Acerra
Nola and the early Christian basilicas of Cimitile open the road to Irpinia, a land of renowned red and white wines. After the wineries of Taurasi, the Goleto Abbey, near Sant'Angelo dei Lombardi, and the hilltop village of Nusco overlook the valleys. The Lake Laceno plateau, above Bagnoli Irpino, makes a cool stop among black truffles and the chestnut woods of Montella.
- Distance
- about 250 km
- Recommended vehicle
- Campervan or compact motorhome
Weather and seasons
When to go in Acerra?
Best time
April to June, September and October
April to June, September to October
highs 20 to 29 °C, lows 9 to 18 °C
April and June are the most pleasant months around Acerra: moderate heat and moderate rainfall, ideal for Caserta and the Matese trails. May and September are wetter, with sometimes sudden storms, but autumn brings the grape harvest in Irpinia and the Sannio, and chestnut festivals in the mountain villages.
High season
July and August
July to August
highs 32 °C, lows 21 °C
The Acerra plain becomes stifling, with average highs of 32 °C and very little rain. This is the time to head up to Lake Matese or the Laceno plateau, where nights stay cool, and to visit the Caserta park early in the morning. The sea is an hour's drive away for a day at the beach.
Winter
November to March
November to March
highs 13 to 18 °C, lows 4 to 10 °C
November is by far the wettest month, and nights drop to 4 to 6 °C in midwinter. Snow can cover the Matese and Laceno: favour lowland visits, from Caserta to Capua, and a heated vehicle. Many inland campsites close: check their opening dates.
Climate in Acerra, month by month
Most pleasant months: April, June.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13 °C | 4 °C | 110 mm | 7 h/day | 16 °C |
| Feb | 15 °C | 5 °C | 106 mm | 8 h/day | 15 °C |
| Mar | 16 °C | 6 °C | 104 mm | 9 h/day | 15 °C |
| Apr | 20 °C | 9 °C | 73 mm | 11 h/day | 16 °C |
| May | 23 °C | 13 °C | 100 mm | 12 h/day | 19 °C |
| Jun | 29 °C | 18 °C | 47 mm | 13 h/day | 24 °C |
| Jul | 32 °C | 21 °C | 25 mm | 14 h/day | 27 °C |
| Aug | 32 °C | 21 °C | 42 mm | 13 h/day | 27 °C |
| Sep | 28 °C | 17 °C | 126 mm | 11 h/day | 26 °C |
| Oct | 23 °C | 13 °C | 103 mm | 9 h/day | 23 °C |
| Nov | 18 °C | 10 °C | 223 mm | 7 h/day | 20 °C |
| Dec | 15 °C | 6 °C | 129 mm | 7 h/day | 18 °C |
Averages 2016–2025 computed from Open-Meteo data (ERA5 reanalysis).
Practical tips
Everything to know before hitting the road
A start without crossing Naples
Blurent hands over its vehicles in Acerra through the Esse Auto agency, outside the dense Naples urban area. The address and meeting time are in your confirmation: check them before you arrive, and plan a taxi from Capodichino airport or Naples central station.
Mountain roads in the Matese and Irpinia
The roads up to Lake Matese, Nusco or Laceno are narrow, winding and sometimes in poor condition, with tight village crossings. A campervan or camper van gets around far more easily than a large motorhome. Fill up on the plain: petrol stations become scarce at altitude, especially on Sundays.
The Festa dei Gigli in Nola, late June
About fifteen kilometres from Acerra, every year around the feast of Saint Paulinus, Nola carries huge wooden obelisks on the shoulders of hundreds of bearers, a tradition listed by UNESCO as intangible heritage. The centre is then closed to traffic: come as a spectator and park well away.
What travellers ask
Your questions about a road trip in Acerra
Where can I pick up a campervan in Acerra?
One partner company is present: Blurent, which hands over its campervans and motorhomes in Acerra through the Esse Auto agency. The exact meeting place and handover time are given in your booking confirmation. For a wider choice, partner companies also operate in Naples, Mercogliano and Salerno.
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Acerra?
The price depends on the season, the length of hire and the type of vehicle, from a two-berth campervan to a family motorhome. The simplest way is to run a search with your dates: you get the real prices, mandatory fees included, and can compare them with the nearby departures from Naples or Salerno.
How do I get to Acerra from Naples airport?
Naples-Capodichino airport is about fifteen kilometres from Acerra, around twenty minutes' drive outside rush hour. A taxi remains the simplest option with luggage, from the airport as well as from the central station. Let the rental company know your arrival time to arrange the vehicle handover.
Can I do a one-way trip from Acerra?
Partner companies operate in Naples, Mercogliano and Salerno, very close by, but also in Rome, Pomezia and L'Aquila. After Irpinia, you can return the vehicle in Mercogliano; after the Matese, carry on north to Abruzzo. Any one-way fees appear in the price as soon as you enter the return city.
What is there to see in Acerra before leaving?
The baronial castle, in the heart of the town, houses a museum devoted to Pulcinella, whom tradition says was born in Acerra, as well as archaeological collections from ancient Suessula. The nearby cathedral completes a visit of an hour or two, to be done on foot before hitting the road.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Campervan and motorhome hire in Acerra
What licence do I need to drive a motorhome in Italy?
A category B licence is enough for a motorhome or campervan under 3.5 tonnes. Holders of a licence issued outside the European Union generally need to show an international driving permit or an official translation. The minimum age and years of driving required vary by rental company: check the offer conditions.
Where can I stay overnight with a motorhome in inland Campania?
Campsites are scarce in inland Campania, but many agriturismi in the Sannio and Irpinia welcome motorhomes, often with a meal of farm produce. In the mountains, around Lake Matese or Laceno, ask the town halls about motorhome areas and overnight parking rules.
Do I need snow chains in winter in the Matese and Irpinia?
In Italy, many mountain roads require winter tyres or chains on board during the cold season, usually from mid-November to mid-April, when signs indicate it. This applies to some roads in the Matese and Irpinia: ask the rental company whether the vehicle is equipped.
Can I visit the Royal Palace of Caserta with a motorhome?
Yes: the Royal Palace is about twenty kilometres from Acerra, half an hour's drive. Park in a car park suited to large vehicles rather than in the heart of Caserta, then allow a full day: the park stretches for about three kilometres to the great waterfall. Check the closing days before you go.
How can I visit Naples from Acerra?
Leave the motorhome in a safe car park in Acerra and take the train: the station links the town to central Naples without facing its traffic jams, narrow streets and limited traffic zones. You keep the vehicle for the hinterland, where it is far more useful than in the middle of Naples.
When should I book a campervan in Acerra?
With a single rental company on site, the number of vehicles is limited: book several months ahead for July, August and spring bank holidays. Outside these periods, a few weeks are often enough. If your dates are taken, widen the search to departures from Naples, Mercogliano or Salerno.
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Why start a campervan trip in Acerra
Acerra is a departure point designed for inland Campania, the side that travellers rarely see when heading straight to the coast. In a day, you go from the halls of the Royal Palace of Caserta to the amphitheatre of Capua; in three or four, you reach the beech forests of the Matese, the ceramic villages of the Sannio and the wineries of Taurasi, often sleeping on a farm, in an agriturismo.
Our partner company Blurent hands over its vehicles away from Naples traffic, right next to the motorways to Rome, Puglia and Salerno. Naples, Mercogliano and Salerno, other departure cities close by, make one-way trips easy, while Rome and L'Aquila let you head north to Lazio or Abruzzo. April and June offer the mildest weather for this journey at the pace of the hinterland.