Our holiday rentals are located just a few minutes drive from the most spectacular places in the Banyoles area: the lake itself, the Parc de la Draga and its Neolithic settlement, the Estunes, the Puda, the old quarter of the town and museums such as the Darder or the Regional Archaeological Museum.

Enjoy Banyoles and its rural houses

Banyoles combines all the facets of the purest nature ideal for your rural getaway: the extraordinary Banyoles Lake, the great forests of the area and several hills with breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Around Banyoles we can find some of our rural houses, facilitating the access of our customers to all the wonders that this rural environment provides.

Banyoles, the ideal place for a rural getaway

Banyoles is a city of just over 20,000 inhabitants located in the region of Pla de l'Estany, in Girona. Strategically, Banyoles is very well located: it is 20 minutes from the Costa Brava, and at the same time less than an hour from some of the most beautiful mountains in the Pre-Pyrenees, such as the Puigsacalm.

The lake is really the key piece to understanding the true identity of Banyoles. Of tectonic and karst origin, coming from underground reserves from the rains of the Alta Garrotxa, the Lake was formed some 250,000 years ago. This lake is the first formation, but these aquifers also give rise to other smaller lakes and ponds found in the Banyoles area.

What to do during your holidays in our rural houses in Banyoles?

A swim in Banyoles Lake

The lake of Banyoles is a fully protected natural site. Therefore, swimming is only allowed in three areas. The only place where you can swim completely free of charge is at the Caseta de Fusta. At Banys Vells you can swim if you access their bar, and at Club Natació Banyoles you will have the option to swim if you buy a general ticket for the day, which costs €12 per person.

Take a boat ride on the Lake

If you take a boat ride on the Lake, you can enjoy its most spectacular views. The Tirona is the only boat on the lake and runs for 40 minutes every day. It usually runs for three fixed hours a day, with additional times depending on the tickets purchased. The boat, which is about 15 meters long, has a capacity of up to 80 people.

Get on the famous Pinxo Train

The Pinxo Train de Banyoles is a tourist train that runs routes around the town of Banyoles to see and discover the most beautiful corners of the lake and the historic center. It usually runs for about 45 minutes, and has a maximum capacity of 60 people.

Visit the Parc de la Draga

The Parc de la Draga is a large park located on the east side of the lake. Here you can enjoy the peace and quiet while playing sports, strolling or having lunch in the picnic area.

Neolithic settlement of La Draga

In the Parc of la Draga you will find the Neolithic settlement of la Draga, the oldest in the east of the peninsula, with more than 7,000 years of history. Nowadays, you can take guided tours of the prehistoric huts, workshops and also fun activities for children. Despite having been discovered just over 30 years ago, the site has been fully preserved, and has become an important historical site for the city.

Hiking near the Lake

The Lake area is ideal for hiking both for beginners and those who are already familiar with the sport. You will find accessible routes, such as the one around the lake of about 6-kilometres , but also longer routes such as the one that goes up to Puig Clarà, which has a 200-metre incline, and a total of 11 kilometres.

Visit the museums of Banyoles

There are several museums in Banyoles. The Darder Museum, opened in 1916 and one of the oldest in the province of Girona, is a history museum with a naturalist component. With a long history, the museum shows the most relevant characteristics of the Lake and the aquatic area that surrounds it.

There is also the Regional Archaeological Museum, located in the historic center of the city. Although it is currently undergoing renovations, the museum conserves the palaeontological and archaeological materials of the region and manages different extensions: the Neolithic Park of La Draga, the Monastery of Sant Esteve de Banyoles and the Roman Villa of Vilauba.

Visit the old district of Banyoles

In the historic center of Banyoles you will find the old quarter where you can visit several interesting places. The Church of Santa Maria dels Turers is of Gothic style, and consists of a central nave eleven meters wide. You will also be able to find a piece of the old wall of Banyoles, which protected the town from the 13th to the 15th century. The only remaining sector is on Carrer de la Muralla.

The Fountain of the Puda

La Puda, also called the pudosa spring, was a spa built in 1862 that ended up closing in the middle of the 20th century. The so-called "vernajants", the tourists from Barcelona, came to La Puda to bathe, to eat the traditional panceta (bacon) or carquinyolis, and to take a sip of the water from the source, since it was said to be miraculous and to cure any kind of illness.

The restaurants

In Banyoles there are a large number of bars and restaurants to suit all tastes. You can find dishes from a more traditional and local cuisine, to more exotic ones, such as Mexican or Chinese cuisine.

Latest opinions from our guests staying near Banyoles

9.5

Average grade at Banyoles

Opinions are 100% real and written by people like you.
We do not expect all of them to be perfect, we prefer them to be authentic.
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24/11/2023

MarinoEl Paller - With friends

Great house and very quiet environment

We spent a weekend three couples with two children and we enjoyed it very much. The house is very spacious and does not lack anything. Everything is in perfect condition and very clean. The garden area is ideal with a barbecue, table, swimming pool and hammocks. And the environment is very quiet. In addition, Laura is very kind and attentive. Without a doubt, we will repeat. Thanks for everything.
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03/11/2023

PaulaMas Pallot - With friends

It's the second time that we come and we will repeat again for sure!

It's the second time we've come with a group of friends, and like the last time, we loved it! Very nice house and well located, surrounded by tranquility and nature. The owners are very friendly and help you in everything. We will repeat for sure!
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30/10/2023

WalterEl Paller de Can Fort - Couple

Access to El Paller de Can Fort.

The path is full of cracks, it would be good to level it.

Naturaki respond: Thank you, Walter, for sharing your feedback. Your comments are instrumental in our ongoing efforts to enhance. We greatly appreciate your input, and we'll carefully consider your suggestions to work towards a solution. We're grateful for your visit.
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28/10/2023

CatherineCan Jan - With the family

Perfect for a family celebration

The location, equipment and beddings are perfect for 25 people. The owners are also very friendly and speak French. A place to remember.
10
27/10/2023

DavidCan Sot La Lloba - With the family

Very pretty and well conditioned

An ideal place to disconnect and enjoy with the family. Very well equipped and with very large spaces to rest. The flies outside the house are a bit unbearable.
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27/10/2023

MarcMas Frigola - With friends

I would repeat without hesitation

Everything perfect, excellent service and an ideal place to disconnect. The house is as described and seen in the photos.

Frequently asked questions about rural accommodations near Banyoles

What is the usual price of a rural house in Banyoles?

On average, booking a rural house in Banyoles for a weekend costs between 37€ and 48€ per person per night and for a full week between 22€ and 38€ per person per night, depending on the season and the capacity of the house. You can check the available houses with the price and availability 100% updated on our website.

What is the average score of rural houses in Banyoles?

Our rural houses in Banyoles have an average rating of 9.5 (out of 10) based on 3.905 real Naturaki guest reviews. Nothing more reliable than the opinions of our most demanding customers.

How many dog friendly villas do you have in Banyoles?

In Banyoles, 7 of our houses accept dogs, with a maximum of 2 dogs per booking and a supplement of 40€ per dog. Check the available houses that accept dogs in Banyoles on our website.

How many houses with a pool do you have in Banyoles?

In Banyoles we have 25 rural houses with swimming pools of all sizes and colours. The outdoor swimming pools in our houses are open from Easter until the end of October. See here the [link_search_piscina] houses with pool in [place_name] available on our website.[fi_link_search_piscina]

How many villas with fireplaces do you have in Banyoles?

In Banyoles we have 25 charming houses with fireplaces. From October to April we will leave 20 kg of firewood for free next to the fireplace. Check here the houses with fireplaces available in Banyoles on our website.

How far from Banyoles is the nearest beach?

The nearest beaches are just 30 km away from Banyoles in a straight line. Discover the best beaches of the Catalan coast from our rural houses.

How far from Barcelona is Banyoles?

Banyoles is only 95 km away from Barcelona as the crow flies. Our charming houses await you there!

Services and proposals near Banyoles

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Nearby locations

Barcelona

Sagrada familia, La Pedrera, La Rambla, Camp Nou...
95 km

Girona

The Cathedral, the Rambla, the Stone Bridge, the old quarter, the houses of the Onyar
16 km

Besalú

Medieval village, the stone bridge, the church, the town square, the gastronomy
11 km

Santa Pau

The beans of Santa Pau, Fajeda d'en Jordà, the gorges
16 km

Closest beaches

Empúries beach

30 km

Rec del Molí beach (dogs are admitted)

30 km

Sant Pere Pescador beach

30 km

Montgó beach

33 km

Nearby restaurants

Pizza La Tattinada

223 m

Banys Vells

600 m

Vora Estany

674 m

Quatre Focs

4.6 km

Supermarkets

Caprabo

Banyoles
508 m

Aldi

Banyoles
1 km

Bon Preu

Banyoles
1.1 km

Lidl

Banyoles
1.2 km

Other services

Bakery

Bakery&cake shope Padres
457 m

Basic store

Ca l'Estrella
3.4 km

Butcher shop

Joan i Nuri
430 m

Fish shop

Puignau
123 m

Pharmacy

Alsius Pharmacy
646 m

Nearest hospital

Banyoles Clinic
482 m

Reference hospital

Doctor Josep Trueta Hospital
14 km

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