Club Natació Banyoles: 100 years dedicated to sport

In recent years, Banyoles – the town that hosted the rowing competition during the 1992 Olympics – has seen a remarkable rise in sporting activity. Physical exercise is now part of everyday life in the town, contributing to a vibrant, dynamic, and healthy atmosphere. With its stunning natural surroundings, iconic lake, and extensive network of quiet roads and trails, Banyoles offers an ideal setting for both road and gravel cycling.

In this context, Club Natació Banyoles (CNB) plays a key role. Founded in 1925 with swimming as its primary discipline, the club has grown to become a leading force in sport throughout the Pla de l’Estany region. Today, in addition to swimming, the club also includes disciplines such as rowing, canoeing, athletics, and triathlon — the latter closely linked to cycling. The club’s triathletes regularly train on their bikes, and many local cyclists use the facilities as a meeting point before or after their rides.

For their members CNB offers fitness services, guided classes, access to the lake for aquatic training, and a sporting environment that inspires and welcomes athletes of all ages. The club’s restaurant, Vora Estany, offers a terrace where cyclists can securely park their bikes, along with a basic repair kit for any unexpected issues.

The impact of the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games is still strongly felt in Banyoles, particularly in the venues that hosted the Olympic rowing events. This landmark event not only placed Estany de Banyoles firmly on the global sports map, but also created a lasting legacy, both tangible and emotional. The Club Natació Banyoles facilities underwent major renovations to welcome the competitions in 1992, and since then they have remained active and continuously evolving, becoming a respected national and international hub for rowing and other disciplines.

For cyclists looking for nature, sport, and a sense of community; Club Natació Banyoles, with its Olympic heritage, is the ideal place to stay.