Dunes and Woodland Countryside - Leisure Bike Loop No. 1: Cycling in the Ain

The "Dunes des Charmes" sand dunes offer an astonishing landscape far from the sea, shaped by floods and wind. Open spaces rub shoulders with wooded areas and some wetlands.The Dunes des Charmes site was awarded the "ENS" label by the Département de l'Ain in 2014. True natural and landscaped jewels of the Ain department, sites with the ENS "Espaces naturels sensibles" label are managed to preserve the biodiversity they host, and developed to be open to the public (with some exceptions due to the fragility of the environments). The site's very dry areas are punctuated by ponds and the banks of the Seille river, which add a touch of freshness and originality to the site. The site is open to the public. A parking lot has been set up in the commune of Sermoyer. Information panels on the site's history and challenges have been installed near the parking area. A pedestrian loop allows you to visit this atypical site and discover its treasures, thanks to signposting on a 2km trail (approx. 1h-1h30). Notable species observed: Flora: reindeer lichen, false heather, corynephorus (or sand hedgehog), mosses... Fauna: anteater, tiger beetle, broom azure, green lizard, hoopoe... 3 picnic tables and attractive play area

Comfortable hotel with renovated rooms in the middle of the countryside between Burgundy and Bresse, in a very calm area, near an old mill of the XVIIth century.The Moulin de la Brevette team is delighted to welcome you to its little corner of paradise. A charming, peaceful hotel with every comfort, set in the heart of nature, in a park with a terrace planted with trees and flowers. You'll be lulled to sleep by the rhythm of a small river that runs through the estate, and which was used to power the water mill in the 17th century. You'll be able to enjoy superb walks in the heart of one of Europe's largest plains, just a short distance from the hotel for a more dynamic stay. The hotel has large family rooms for 4/5 people. Our terrace and landscaped grounds are ideal for relaxing or picnicking. Children of all ages can play in our playground (swing, trampoline, table soccer, tree house and various games...). For young parents, we have everything you need for your comfort, including a cot, bottle warmer, high chair and play equipment. We've recently added a swimming pool and new play equipment, as well as a studio with Jacuzzi for up to 6 people. Seminar room, bicycle garage (fee payable), new parking lot etc....