Kayaks racked under the trees at the club
Cernobbio · Experiences & tours · Since 2003

Circolo Vela Cernobbio

A volunteer-founded sailing club on the first basin of Lake Como, teaching young people to sail from its own beach in Cernobbio.

Photo © Circolo Vela Cernobbio

  • WhereVia Regina 2aIn the park of the former Villa Erba riding ground
  • Experiences & toursSailing club and schoolSailing courses and summer camp for young people
  • Opening hoursOpen 09:00–18:00
  • Contact+39 389 5874142Official website ↗

Why go

About Circolo Vela Cernobbio

Circolo Vela Cernobbio is a sailing association affiliated with the Italian Sailing Federation. It was started in 2003 by a group of local sailing enthusiasts and has always focused on bringing younger people to sailing, while keeping the social side that helps sailors of every age grow.

The club is based in the old gatehouse of the park of Villa Erba, beside the only beach on the first basin of Lake Como. Boats are kept and lessons are run right there, so each course begins on the water in a calm, green setting.

Main services

What Circolo Vela Cernobbio offers

Services from the official website.

Sailing boats at the Cernobbio club

Corsi estivi

Summer sailing course

A five-day beginner course from Monday to Friday, 9 to 17, for children aged 6 to 12. Small groups, one boat per child and instructors who teach handling and respect for the lake.

Young sailors on the water

Primavera

Spring sailing course

Six guaranteed Saturdays and Sundays in April and May for children aged 6 to 12 who already sailed for a year, with weekly progression and a calm, friendly group atmosphere.

Training on the lake

Formazione continua

Continuing training

A structured programme for motivated pupils who have taken at least one course, working towards independence on the boat and first trips to meetings and regattas on Lake Como.

Club boats on the lake

Summer Camp

Summer camp at Pianello del Lario

A week at the club's nautical base in Pianello for young people aged 8 to 16, no experience needed: first manoeuvres, sail trim and buoy courses with qualified instructors.

Photo © Circolo Vela Cernobbio

Prices

Circolo Vela Cernobbio prices

As published on the official website.

Services and facilities

Good to know at Circolo Vela Cernobbio

  • Changing rooms and lake area for the sailing school
  • Qualified FIV instructors
  • Medical certificate required

Gallery

Inside Circolo Vela Cernobbio

The club house on Via Regina
The club house

Photo © Circolo Vela Cernobbio

Sailing dinghies on the club lawn
Boats at the club

Photo © Circolo Vela Cernobbio

The shore at Cernobbio
On the water

Photo © Circolo Vela Cernobbio

The lake from the club beach
Learning to sail

Photo © Circolo Vela Cernobbio

The lawn by the club
Training

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Practical information

Circolo Vela Cernobbio: address, opening hours and contacts

Address

Via Regina 2a, 22012 Cernobbio CO

Opening hours

Hours from the official website:

Day Open
Monday 09:00–18:00
Tuesday 09:00–18:00
Wednesday 09:00–18:00
Thursday 09:00–18:00
Friday 09:00–18:00
Saturday 09:00–18:00
Sunday 09:00–18:00

Location

Contacts
Contact the business directly by phone, WhatsApp, email or its website. Holiplanet does not take bookings or payments for it.

Around the area

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Restaurants near Kayak Cernobbio

Lake Como restaurants with their own Holiplanet page, nearest first.

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Tours and experiences

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Questions

Circolo Vela Cernobbio: frequently asked questions

How long is the summer course and what time does it start?

It runs five days, Monday to Friday, from 9 to 17. On the first day, arrive between 8:30 and 9.

Who can join the summer course?

It is mainly for beginners aged 6 to 12, and a 13-year-old may be considered. Two groups are formed each week.

What should we bring?

A medical certificate, swimsuit, T-shirt, cap, shoes suitable for getting wet and a change of clothes.

Is lunch included in the Cernobbio summer course?

No. You bring your own lunch, or go home to eat if you live nearby.

Is there a transfer to the Pianello camp?

No, the club does not run a transfer to or from Pianello del Lario.

How do I book?

Fill in the online form on the course page, bring a medical certificate and pay by bank transfer. A 50 euro deposit is due within 7 days of confirmation.