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The GR® de Pays Beaujolais-Bugey par la Dombes links the hills of the Lyonnais to the south of Bugey. It winds its way through the vineyards of Beaujolais, along the towpath of the Saône and through the Dombes region of lakes. The GR® de Pays Beaujolais-Bugey par la Dombes starts from the GR®76 near the village of Sainte-Paule (Rhône) and crosses several lines of hills before joining the Saône. It crosses the Saône to enter the Ain between Anse and St-Bernard. From here, it follows the towpath to Parcieux. It then crosses the Dombes plateau and its ponds. It crosses the Ain at the Chazey bridge, and after skirting the Rhône, climbs up to join the GR®59 in the Bugey mountains.

Circuit through Bois Calane and Bois des Pommes. At the start of the tour, you'll pass by the Polleteins farm (former vestige of the now-defunct Chartreuse de Polleteins) and the Dimanche pond. Close to the ViaRhôna and the Voie Bleue, the Dombes is also a great area for cycling, walking and horse-riding! It's up to you to choose your itinerary and means of transport... Breathe in, breathe out, you're in the Dombes. Imagine the Dombes, land of a thousand ponds, as a festival of colors, scents and sounds. The deep blue of the water contrasts with the many greens of the vegetation. The intermittent concert of frogs is accompanied by the songs of wild birds. Sit back for a moment and watch the ballets on the calm waters of the ponds. The grey heron, master of the area, may even grace you with its presence! So, what could be better than a stroll to visit and discover the Dombes in slow motion?

La Tourette convent was designed by Le Corbusier at the end of the 1950s. It is now a historical monument occupied by a community of some ten Dominican monks devoted to coordinating visits and encouraging onsite meetings and exchanges.

Through two exhibition halls, you're invited to travel trough the universe of an atypical: Antoine Brun offers us his world view in the middle of the 19th century, with hundreds buildings models. Workshops for children from 4 years old.

Near a former copper and pyrite mine, the museum has reconstructed galleries and mining sites and presents the history of the mine from 1800 to 1972, as well as an exhibition of equipment, archives and minerals.

25Km GPS-guided off-road electric scooter ride through the heart of the Beaujolais region, with a gourmet break halfway through, the famous "Mâchon Beaujolais". Meet in the parking lot of the Salle d'Animation Rurale in Frontenas, get to grips with the machines, then set off on a guided GPS ride lasting around 1 hour. At the halfway point, I'll be waiting for you to take a relaxing, convivial and gourmet break, accompanied by the famous "Mâchon Beaujolais", made up of local charcuterie, farmhouse cheeses, Beaujolais wine and sweets. At the end of this stop, you'll continue your tour for about 1 hour.

The presence of a river toll and the town's geopolitical location meant a stone fortress had to be built in the late 13th century. The Saône marked the border between the French Kingdom (right bank) and the Holy Roman Empire (left bank). Trévoux was an important tolled crossing point on the Empire's land. Aside from stunning views of the Saône, Dombes plateau and Beaujolais, you can gaze at an imposing building listed as a Monument Historique in 1913 and seen as one of the Ain region's top sites.

Also known as the "the pearl of golden stoned villages" Oingt is the only village in the department to have been added to the list of "most beautiful villages in France".

A rich collection of over 200 puppets, settings, props, costumes and archives is waiting for you ! Stroll through the museum, its shop and library and then, bring some fun memories, sometimes to relish ! Puppets reappear on stage with a theater program for adults and children. Puppet-making workshops from 4 years old.

Visit the Parc de la Tête d'Or by Segway! Follow your guide as you ride your Segway through this famous and extensive park! THE SEGWAY IS A UNIQUE WAY OF DISCOVERING THE VAST PARC DE LA TÊTE D'OR! This tour is suitable for riders of all levels, whether beginners or seasoned Segway riders. Your guide will lead you on a tour of the park to show you its most beautiful sights. You'll receive a 15–30-minute lesson from your guide to help you feel comfortable on your Segway before heading into the Parc de la Tête d'Or for a 2-hour tour. Exploring the park by Segway gives you the chance to admire the beautiful landscaped areas, from the African plain to the botanical garden. Lyon's answer to Central Park also houses a zoo where you can have fun seeing the lions, zebras, bears and other animals! You will then ride towards the city centre via the Cité Internationale neighbourhood and the banks of the Saône, which offer a great view over Vieux Lyon!. Take this entertaining tour and admire the panoramic views as you discover the city of Lyon!

Have fun as you discover Lyon from the riverbanks. Travel along Lyon's iconic waterways and enjoy exceptional panoramic views over the city from your Segway! THE SEGWAY IS A UNIQUE WAY OF DISCOVERING LYON AND ITS MUST-SEE SIGHTS IN JUST AN HOUR AND A HALF! This tour is suitable for all levels, whether beginners or seasoned Segway riders, and takes in Lyon's key sites. You'll receive a 15–30-minute lesson from your guide to help you feel comfortable handling your Segway before setting off to discover the city! As you ride along the banks of the Rhône, you will enjoy exceptional views over the Fourvière and Croix-Rousse hills. You will then travel through the Tunnel de la Croix-Rousse, which is beautifully lit up all year round. At the other end of the tunnel you will find yourself on the banks of the Saône. This wonderful location will give you great views over Vieux Lyon. Take this entertaining tour and admire the panoramic views as you discover the city of Lyon!

This Discovery Centre mirrors the heritage and culture of the area in and around L'Arbresle through a museographic trail that invites visitors to explore the territory, meet its inhabitants and discover the landscapes of this land of confluence.

La Tourette convent was designed by Le Corbusier at the end of the 1950s. It is now a historical monument occupied by a community of some ten Dominican monks devoted to coordinating visits and encouraging onsite meetings and exchanges.

Square gilded stone tower topped by a mechanism comprising 3 moving arms. Complete restoration in 2022. The long-distance aerial communication system invented by Chappe operated from 1794 to 1854. The telegraph network consists of 5,000 km of lines. The Chappe Telegraph (fully restored in 2022) is a 4-metre square, 6-metre high golden stone building, topped by a mechanism consisting of 3 moving arms used to form and transmit coded aerial signals. This tower, the 55th station out of 58 on the Paris-Lyon line, was commissioned in 1805 and extended as far as Venice. This formidable means of communication, invented by Claude Chappe in 1793, ceased to operate in 1854. The French telegraph network was 5,000 km long, with 535 stations serving 29 towns. Interpretation and information panels outside explain how the tower and the telegraph network worked.

This was once a yellow limestone extraction site characteristic of the southern Beaujolais. It supplied the region in construction material for centuries. As the only visitable quarry in the Rhône area, it is also a natural area of ecological interest.

Through two exhibition halls, you're invited to travel trough the universe of an atypical: Antoine Brun offers us his world view in the middle of the 19th century, with hundreds buildings models. Workshops for children from 4 years old.

Near a former copper and pyrite mine, the museum has reconstructed galleries and mining sites and presents the history of the mine from 1800 to 1972, as well as an exhibition of equipment, archives and minerals.

Medieval castle built by Renaud de Forez, comprising a cylindrical keep, a semi-circular tower and a central rectangular building. Inside: Gallo-Roman mosaics, small archaeological museum... Château des Tours (13th century). Small archaeological museum. Built in rubble and country limestone. The castle comprises a cylindrical donjon (1213) to the south, a semicircular tower to the north (1217-1218) having maintained its 13th century roof and a central rectangular main building (1218). 15th century spiral staircase. The complex assembly of pieces of oak wood used for the defence of the castle has been preserved. This vestige is of exceptional interest considering that it is the oldest in france (dating using dendrochronology). A late 2nd century mosaic classified as a "Historic Monument" that was discovered in 1843 on the site of the Grange du Bief is exhibited at the Château. This mosaic is incomplete (1/8) (71.10m X 3.20m) would have measured 16m X 11m. It also contains a fragment of Claude's Borne Milliaire, discovered along a country lane. This terminal, dated 43 A.D., confirms that Anse was a fortified point on the great Roman road from Lyon heading north. The Association Arts Civilisations Patrimoine offers tours of the Château des Tours on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, from March to mid-November. It also offers guided tours of Old Anse on the third Saturday of the month, from March to mid-November.

A conservation area for the works of Geneviève Dumont and a temporary art exhibition site in May, June and September and every two years in October, following our biennial Rhône-Alpes book fair (Salon Editions d'art-Livres d'artistes) devoted to art.

The Château de Saint Bernard is located a short distance from Trévoux. This beautifully preserved structure has military architectural features from the 13th to the 18th centuries and is surrounded by its own remarkable gardens. The Château de Saint Bernard dates originally from the year 1250 and has a very colourful history and has been a national monument since 1997. The château has some fantastic views over the River Saône and its well maintained gardens. It is also well known for having been the one time home of artist and painter Suzanne Valadon and her son Maurice Utrillo who was also a renowned painter. The Château de Saint Bernard is open on weekdays during July and August and there guided visits available in French only.

L'Auberge du Pla is a solidarity restaurant created by the humanitarian association "EquiLibre Solidarité". It welcomes you in the exceptional location of an authentic Monts du Lyonnais farm.

Fine dining in a mill with working wheel and terrace on the banks of the Garon.

A 6-lane bowling alley, 3 of which have been specially adapted to children. It also has a games area with billiards and table football as well as a giant screen showing all sporting events and a snack bar in case you're feeling peckish.

You'll be charmed by the authentic character of this restaurant, its wooded grounds and the 18th-century château. The Chef is ambitious and talented, and successfully blends tradition and fantastic quality dishes, so you're sure to enjoy an unforgettable experience. In lush-green grounds at the heart of the Beaujolais Villages. Some background: the estate was built in the late 18th century by the Barons of Vauxonne and native of Lyon, Albin Fortuné Pierre Saint Rousset de Vauxonne lived here between 1838 and 1851. For a century the Château des Loges was privately owned. In 1960, the Cave Beaujolais de Perréon was acquired by this Beaujolais property and a winemaking cooperative was created on the estate. The wine-tasting cellar was founded in 1962. In 1989, the château was renovated. Two years of hard work resulted in the estate as we can see it today. In 1995, the Lagarde family took over the estate's hotel business. The Château des Loges was completely renovated and transformed into 10 guestrooms (comfort, grand comfort and one family suite) decorated in an old-fashioned way and each bearing the name of a Beaujolais wine. The accommodation also boasts outdoor terrace areas, French-style garden, pool hall and air-conditioned restaurant for an elegant, fine-dining experience (Maître Restaurateur title). The chef uses local products to concoct traditional dishes that everyone is guaranteed to enjoy. All our different areas are equipped with heating, air-conditioning and are fully equipped in general. Any specific equipment is available to hire. There is a wide range of activities on offer while you're staying here.

The Auberge is set in a former small school in the hamlet of Bouchala. They serve traditional specialities of Lyon and Forez.

If you'd like to spend a lovely evening with your loved ones over French food, our restaurant is the place to be. Our traditional French cuisine will pamper you with dishes rich in tradition and authentic taste. Welcome to our restaurant Le Saint'Oliv. We look forward to welcoming you. Connoisseurs of French, diversified or traditional cuisine will be completely satisfied in our establishment. Enjoy warm evenings on our lovely terrace. Our space is air-conditioned. Our specialities: Bresse chicken, fresh frogs, Dombes fish. Electricity point in parking lot and pétanque court available.

Come and eat family cooking and pizzas in a friendly setting right in the centre of Panissières.

15 min from Lyon, in a green and calm environment, come and discover this house with its two simple but hospitable double rooms on the upper floor. Relaxation area with a spa open all year.

At the foot of Monts du Lyonnais, Chambres Corrandines welcome you in all seasons for a relaxing stay in a country setting, ideal for replenishment and meditation. You will love their warm and hospitable atmosphere.

Located in à lush and tranquil setting, the Bois de la Dame campground has everything to charm you. You'll appreciate its proximity to the eponymous pond and the historic centre of Ars. Caravans, static caravans, and tent bungalows available for rent. Motor homes welcome. Open - air market every Friday morning. Starting point for hiking trails. Ars-sur-Formans is worth a visit as it's world famous and the Ain region's top tourist destination! The pilgrimage site was St. John Vianney's home village. Nestled between Beaujolais (wine region) and La Dombes' many lakes near Pérouges, Lyon (30km) and Villars-les-Dombes and its bird sanctuary (16km), you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to trips with family and friends! The bungalow tents have a kitchen (crockery provided), gas hobs, fridge, coffee machine, microwave, crockery for 6 guests and free Wi-Fi. On-site there's a tennis court, skate park, playground, footpaths and a fishing lake... Nearby: newsagents, bakery, butcher, groceries and restaurants in the village centre 200m away, pool 5km away, horse riding 2km away... Market on Friday morning. Start point for hiking trails Outdoor kitchen available on request. Motorhomes: free drainage if you spend one night on the campsite. Bookings available October-March please email: mairie.ars-sur-formans@wanadoo.fr

The Château des Loges, an 18th century mansion, will welcome you in the heart of the Beaujolais vineyard for a gourmet stopover at the restaurant or a stay at the hotel in the middle of the vineyards. A refined and warm setting in peaceful wine villages. Set in a theater of greenery in the heart of the Beaujolais villages, the Château des Loges welcomes you for moments of relaxation and gourmet pleasure. An 18th-century manor house, fully renovated and equipped, the Château des Loges offers 10 3-star rooms (comfort, grand comfort and a family room) decorated in the traditional style, each bearing the name of a Beaujolais cru, its terraces, its French garden, its billiard room and its air-conditioned restaurant with rich gourmet cuisine (maitre Restaurateur). The chef's cuisine uses traditional local produce to delight the taste buds of all gourmets. All our rooms are heated, air-conditioned and fully equipped. All specific equipment for hire A wide range of activities are available to enhance your stay.

Service area for motorhome owners located in the centre of the village, you can change your oil, fill up with water and recharge your batteries.

The cottage is located in the heart of the village, starting point for many hikes that will take you to the Celtic site of La Truche or the Matagrin Tower. It is possible to rent a room with kitchen, dishes and 15 beds. 4 bedrooms with possibility of 10 beds. These rooms can be rented individually for hikers or workmen.

Discover our charming furnished apartment in Ambérieux en Dombes: 250 m², located in a renovated farmhouse with a large garden and private tennis court. Enjoy nature just 35 minutes from Lyon. Ideal for family reunions! Discover the charm and tranquility of the Dombes region in our spacious 240 m2 gîte, nestled in the heart of a large, peaceful garden with a vast préau, ideal for recharging your batteries in the heart of nature, whatever the weather. The gîte comfortably accommodates up to 11 guests in its 5 bedrooms, with adjustable sleeping arrangements. It is also equipped with 2 bathrooms, a kitchen and a large living room for relaxing by the fire. Enjoy on-site activities such as tennis and an above-ground swimming pool to cool off, as well as nearby hiking trails. A perfect retreat for a natural escape and unforgettable moments, 15 minutes from the famous Parc des Oiseaux.

Open since July 2020, the motorhome break with a magnificent open view of the Violaysien landscape, quiet and green. Service terminal and drainage area. Self-service tourist documentation. 20 Electrified locations, 1 km from the town.