
09 Jun Water or land? The sports to do on Lake Maggiore
Sailing, trekking, cycling… are just some of the sports you can practice in peace in the beautiful scenery of Lake Maggiore!
The mild climate all year round and the varied landscapes of Lake Maggiore and the nearby Val Veddasca make Golfo Gabella the perfect place to spend a holiday dedicated to sport and wellness.
In fact, thanks to our rental service or sports activities very close to our residence, you will have the opportunity to choose between a wide range of water and land sports with which you can entertain the whole family.
Water sports
The best way to explore Lake Maggiore is from the water, because only in this way you can discover unspoilt and inaccessible places from the mainland. To do this at Golfo Gabella you will have the opportunity to rent the Stand Up Paddle or the Kayak.
SUP is a relaxing water sport very beneficial for body and mind, in fact, while the muscles of your body work in a calm and serene environment your mind is free from stress and negativity.
Kayaking instead allows you to share unforgettable moments with friends and family and, thanks to the freedom to travel at your own pace, you can create a personalized adventure!
Finally, if you want to try something different and exciting for your children the perfect sport is sailing! Thanks to the collaboration with the Unione Velica Maccagno, Golfo Gabella, throughout July and August, organizes sailing courses for children and young people between 7 and 16 years old.
Land sports
The proximity to the wild Val Veddasca makes this area perfect for practicing many land sports.
First of all, the bicycle stands out. Whether you want to pedal in peace to discover the picturesque surrounding villages or to go mountain biking through the paths of the woods, at Golfo Gabella you can rent both city bikes and e-bikes perfect for the whole family.
This area is also perfect for trekking, in fact there are many possible routes. From the quiet and simple cycle paths you can reach the most demanding mountain routes that lead, for example, to Mount Borgna, Passo della Forcora or Mount Lema.
If you want to try something more adrenaline climbing is a perfect option! In fact, a few steps from Golfo Gabella there is the “Palestra di roccia Il Cinzanino”, a complete and safe sports facility perfect for experts and beginners, both adults and children.
In this area, which remains sunny all day, you can experience the unique thrill of climbing on artificial panels, rock, dry stone walls, bridge pylons and cliffs and cliffs overlooking the lake