Sailing on Lake Garda at Campione - sailing centre with international regattas and courses for all levels
Campione del Garda

Sailing

Sailing freely on Lake Garda

A Centre of Sailing Excellence

Campione del Garda is recognised as one of the most important sailing centres in Italy and Europe. Thanks to the unique wind conditions created by the morning Pelèr and the afternoon Ora, the lake offers reliable sailing sessions practically every day during the season.

Nestled among the mountains of the Parco Alto Garda Bresciano, the spot combines scenic beauty with excellent technical conditions, attracting sailors of every level and hosting national and international regattas.

Sailing boat on the waters of Lake Garda with the mountains and Campione in the background Regatta on Lake Garda at Campione - crystal-clear waters and thermal winds ideal for sailing

The Winds for Sailing

The thermal winds of Lake Garda are among the most regular and reliable in the Mediterranean, making Campione an ideal destination for sailing.

Pelèr

15-27 knots
North Night - Morning

The wind that descends from the mountains, steady and powerful. More developed waves, ideal for racing and intense training.

Ora

10-20 knots
South Early Afternoon

The thermal breeze that rises up the lake. Generally calm waters, perfect for lessons and relaxed sailing.

Boats

At Campione you can sail many types of boat, from Olympic dinghies to catamarans, from racing boats to cabin cruisers.

Dinghies

Optimist, Laser, 420, 470 for training and racing

Catamarans

Hobie Cat, Nacra for the thrill of speed

Foiling Classes

Waszp, iQFOiL for the new Olympic disciplines

Keelboats

J22, J24 for offshore racing and cruising

Sailing School

Local sailing schools offer courses for all ages and levels, from children discovering sailing for the first time to adults wanting to perfect their racing technique.

FIV-qualified federal instructors
Courses for children from age 6
Private and group lessons
Summer residential camps
Race preparation
Boat rental

Regattas and Events 2026

Campione del Garda hosts a busy calendar of regattas throughout the season, from youth championships to top-level international events.

A-Cat Foiling Clinic

6-8 April

A-Cat Open

A-Cat Easter Regata

10-12 April

Open, Classic

Magenta Foil Clinic

11-12 April

Foil

Optimist Meringa Cup

25-26 April

Division A, B

Switch Act 1

22-24 May

7.5, 8.5

Lombardia Foil Grand Prix

5-7 June

Wingfoil, Kite

Contender Zonale

20-21 June

Contender

470 Interzonale

4-5 July

470

420 Romeo Cup

14-16 August

420

Waszp Eurocup

28-30 August

Waszp

Tornado European Champ.

1-6 September

Tornado

A-Cat Trofeo Univela

2-4 October

Open, Classic

49er Fx Open Series

8-11 October

Fx, 49er

Optimist Team Race Euro

13-18 October

Team

Season and Tips

Season: April - October
Best period: May - September
Book courses in advance in summer
Wetsuit recommended until June and from September

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