VENUE

A World-Class Rowing Venue

Lake Varese – La Schiranna

Varese is one of the world’s premier rowing venues, with an established tradition of hosting top-tier international regattas.

Over the decades, Lake Varese has welcomed generations of world-class athletes, Olympians, and rowing enthusiasts, earning an international reputation for fair, reliable racing water and seamless event organization.

These milestones have continuously upgraded the venue’s facilities and infrastructure—establishing Schiranna as a modern, world-standard hub fully prepared to deliver an exceptional experience for the 2027 World Rowing Masters Regatta.

Venue Maps
Shuttle · Bus
Transfers
Parking

VENUE MAPS

Find Your Way

Map of Varese and the Schiranna regatta course.

SHUTTLE · BUS

Getting to the Course

Regatta Shuttle Transportation

A dedicated shuttle service will operate from designated hotels to the venue, running daily from Monday 6th September to Sunday 12th September.

  • Tickets: Weekly pass €70 / Day pass €15.
  • Shuttle passes can be purchased on-site, and already online at the Regatta Central site (together with entries).
  • Schedule: the shuttle runs throughout the day, aligned with racing and training times.
  • Shuttles run continuously, with departures approximately every 30 minutes during operating hours.

Varese Bus Transportation — the “World Rowing Masters Line”

Staying in downtown Varese? Getting to the regatta course at Schiranna couldn’t be easier. Thanks to a special partnership between the Organizing Committee and the local transport authority, the city bus Line N is officially upgraded into the dedicated “World Rowing Masters Line” for the entire week of the event.

  • High frequency: departures approximately every 10 minutes throughout the day.
  • Extended hours: operating continuously from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, fully covering all training and racing sessions.
  • Easy ticketing: just €1.60 per ride, payable directly on board using contactless card or cash.

Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, restaurants, and shops of central Varese with fast, stress-free transit right to the boathouse gates.

TRANSFERS

Getting Here

Thanks to its strategic position in Northern Italy, Varese is easily accessible by air, train, and road. Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP) — the primary intercontinental gateway in the region — is located just 35 km from the regatta course, offering direct daily flights from all over the world.

Arriving by Air & Train

Travelling from Milan Malpensa (MXP) to downtown Varese by rail is fast, direct and hassle-free — the Direct Train, TILO S50 Line, is recommended.

  • Route: direct cross-border service heading toward Switzerland (Biasca / Bellinzona / Mendrisio).
  • Departure stations: available directly from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
  • Arrival station: Varese FS (Piazzale Trieste, downtown Varese).
  • Frequency: every 60 minutes.
  • Travel time: approximately 40–45 minutes.

Private & Group Transfers

For club squads, large delegations, or rowers travelling with substantial gear, dedicated private road transport can be booked in advance.

  • Available fleet: 9-seater minivans, 16-seater minibuses, and full-size 54-passenger coaches.
  • Service: direct pick-up from Milan Malpensa (MXP) straight to your accommodation or the regatta venue.
  • Official transport partner: Autolinee Varesine.
  • Direct booking & quotes: transfer@autolineevaresine.it

Arriving by Car

Varese is well-integrated into the European highway network, offering straightforward motorway access via the A8 (Autostrada dei Laghi) for teams driving from Switzerland, Germany, France, the Netherlands, the UK and Central Europe.

Regatta Venue Address

Società Canottieri Varese

Via dei Canottieri, 10

21100 Varese (VA) – Italy

GPS Coordinates: Lake Varese – Schiranna

PARKING

Parking & Sustainable Mobility

Ample parking is available within easy walking distance of the regatta course at Schiranna. With more than 2,000 parking spaces, visiting spectators, athletes, and supporters can park smoothly throughout the event week.

  • Dedicated accessible parking: reserved spaces for vehicles displaying a valid disabled parking permit, guaranteed directly adjacent to the venue entrance.
  • Bicycle parking: secure, dedicated bicycle racks available on-site, completely free of charge.
  • Parking rate: day passes can be purchased on arrival at the parking entrances for €10.00 / day.

Green Mobility Commitment

In alignment with our event sustainability protocol and environmental guidelines, we actively encourage all rowers, clubs, and visiting families to minimize individual vehicle use:

  • Take advantage of the enhanced World Rowing Masters Line (Bus Line N) and dedicated event shuttles connecting downtown Varese directly to the venue.
  • Rent a bicycle to enjoy the scenic lakeside cycle path right to the boat park.
  • Practice carpooling whenever travelling by private car with fellow crew members and friends.