Open from 09:00 to 18:00 daily
from April to mid-October
RYA Sailing and windsurf centre, Lake Garda
Windsurfing, sailing, catamarans, foiling and powerboat
Sailing School
Windsurf, Dinghy, Catamaran, Keelboat, Foiling, Powerboat
Learn to windsurf, sail, foil or powerboat with us. Courses for individuals or groups; for fun, to earn a certificate or to improve a skill. Tuition available in English, Italian and German.
Rental
Windsurf, Dinghy, Catamaran, SUP
Great location with modern equipment, replaced every year. We're right on the beach with good parking and full clubhouse facilities. Everything you need is here.
Family
Kayaks, bikes, swimming, sunbathing
Loads more to do with swimming, sunbathing and kayaking. Or leave the sailors behind and discover the lakeside on a bike.
Lake Garda
Warm and sunny, reliable winds, family friendly
Lake Garda is the best place for sailing and windsurfing. The mountains create thermal winds, while the climate and Italian culture make it a destination that will please everyone ...
Our base
Malcesine Sailing Centre (FVM)
Our base near Malcesine is perfect as we have strong winds in the morning and wonderful, warm winds in the afternoon and all the facilities of an international sailing centre.....
Visit
Malcesine, Monte Baldo, Garda, Verona, Venice
Non-sailors and sailors alike can enjoy the beautiful towns, the mountain cablecar and the lakeside.
News from our beach
VDWS trainee instructors Topper sailing on Lake Garda
Super day for Topper sailing on Lake Garda with 12kts…
The foiling WASZP – season 2017
These WASZP photos are from 2017, a wonderful, hot, windy…
Learning to sail the foiling WASZP – foiling course photos
After seeing the WASZP demonstrated in late 2016, Europa purchased…
The foiling WASZP – see what the fuss is all about
After seeing the WASZP demonstrated in late 2016, our instructor…
Three junior sailors completing RYA Stages 1 and 2
Ben, Libby and Lily completed their RYA Stages 1 and 2…
The school sailing project starts! Europa Surf & Sail and FV Malcesine
School sailing initiative takes off A new school sailing initiative…
Ex-demo and used windsurf equipment at bargain prices!
Ex-demo 2016 and used windsurf equipment for sale Used windsurf…
Charles escapes from the office!
Demonstrating windsurfing on Garda Lake - the duck gybe Windsurfing…
Final RYA dinghy course of the 2015 season
Gill and Andrew Schofield demonstrating the best way to recover…
FVM Social Regatta 2015 with Topper Topaz boats on show
The Europa Surf and Sail fleet was out in force…
Fun with Marco – learning to windsurf
Having fun learning to windsurf on Lake Garda Marco showing…
Hobie Tiger on the loose on Lake Garda
We have refurbished a Hobie Tiger F18 catamaran while it…
US and AUS guests sailing in an Argo
The Topper Topaz Argo sailing on Lake Garda, crewed by…
School group from Verona comes to visit!
A school group comprising 30 pupils from Leonardo da Vinci…
VDWS instructor training on Lake Garda
Europa Surf and Sail hosted a VDWS Instructor training fortnight…
Omega Regatta for Europa clients
A group of engineers working on ferry propulsion systems organized…
Jaz wins local SUP race
An evening SUP race on the lake at Assenza, near Brenzone…
The tandem windsurf from Starboard – the boys give it a go!
Our Starboard tandem windsurf requires great teamwork to sail well,…
Windsurf tandem from Starboard – the girls show how!
Two of our instructors demonstrate the art of windsurf tandem.…
Topaz Argo sailing on Lake Garda on a windy day
Mike and Jonathan take the Topaz Argo out on a…
Matteo demonstrating his windsurf gybe on Lake Garda
Matteo and Charles managed to grab some practice time on…
RYA intermediate planing course demonstration by Charles
Even a short lunch break is enough time for keen…
Summertime fun on a Topaz 16 catamaran
The Topper Topaz 16 catamaran is great fun for the…
The Topaz Taz – perfect for junior sailors
The Topaz Taz is a perfect junior boat for beginners…
Looking for somewhere to stay?
Contact Europa Holidays
If you are unable to find accommodation through AirBnB or other websites, to go with your sailing or windsurfing, our sister holiday company Europa Holidays may be able to help.
.... read moreDon't know what to bring?
We can supply everything!
Wetsuits, boots and buoyancy aids are included in dinghy and catamaran rental. Windsurf rental includes buoyancy aids but not other equipment (all necessary items are available for rent) .... read more
Planning to rent ?
Don't forget your documents!
If you are renting from us, please bring some identification such as a passport or a driving licence and any certificates showing your level of experience. .... read more
Quality in Watersports
VDWS Quality award
We've been awarded the VDWS (German sailing federation) Quality Certificate for our centre and our courses.
The latest sailing equipment
Renewed each year!
Our windsurf fleet is from Starboard and Severne and we receive new boards and sails every year. Our dinghy fleet and some of our catamarans are from the Topper Topaz range, with 1 Omega, 1 Taz, 2 Argos, 3 Unos and 2 Toppers new in the last year.
Lake Garda, Italy
The activity holiday paradise
Here's a beautiful film of the opportunities for culture, sport and holiday on Lake Garda
