1896 European Rowing Championships

The 1896 European Rowing Championships were rowing championships held on Lake Geneva in the Swiss city of Geneva on 6 September. The competition was for men only, five nations competed (Austria-Hungary, Belgium, France, Italy, and Switzerland), and the regatta had four boat classes (M1x, M2+, M4+, M8+). At the FISA Congress held on the same day as these championships, four nations were represented.

1896 European Rowing Championships

The 1896 European Rowing Championships were rowing championships held on Lake Geneva in the Swiss city of Geneva on 6 September 1896. The competition was for men only, with five nations competing: Austria-Hungary, Belgium, France, Italy, and Switzerland. The regatta featured four boat classes: M1x, M2+, M4+, and M8+. Additionally, at the FISA Congress held on the same day as these championships, four nations were represented.

Event Schedule

Four races took place on 6 September 1896. Since only five nations competed, no heats were necessary. The regatta utilized a 2000 m course:

  • 2.30pm: French Cup (Coxed four)
  • 3.30pm: Belgian Cup (Single scull)
  • 4.30pm: Adriatic Cup (Coxed pair)
  • 5.30pm: Italian Cup (Eight)

Medal Summary

The following medals were won:

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