Camping Le Nid du Parc in Villars-les-Dombes

Short walk ideal for families, exclusively on tarmac. Along the way, discover landscapes typical of the Dombes region, with numerous ponds (fish farming and hunting), fields and meadows. 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?

Stroll through fields, undergrowth and dry and wet ponds, with views of the Bugey and Mont Blanc. Along the way, discover the Tour du Plantay (not open to visitors), remnant of the castle burnt down in 1460 by the Duke of Bourbon's troops. 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?

Set off from the village of Versailleux and discover the typical Dombes landscapes: this circuit offers fine panoramic views of the Girardier pond, the Château de Joyeux behind its pond and the Chapelier pond (ENS). Mainly on tarmac. 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?

A walking circuit between Saint-Marcel and the Espace Nature Sensible de l'étang du Grand Birieux. Don't forget your binoculars! 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 your means of locomotion... 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?

Follow in the footsteps of the monks on this walk starting from the emblematic Abbaye Notre Dame des Dombes, and discover many of the Dombes ponds. You can even go all the way around the Etang des Chênes! 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 your means of locomotion... 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?

A pleasant walk typical of the Dombes region. Along the way, you'll come across a number of ponds that are either drying out or evolving, with unobstructed views of the birds. Several landscapes punctuate the walk: ponds, fields, copses and even a view of the Beaujolais region. 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?

The Dombes and its thousand ponds offer visitors an unexpected landscape rich in birdlife. This hike takes you to the Espace Naturel Sensible de Vernange with its observatory. 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?

Through fields and woods, discover manor houses, equestrian centers and, among others, the Etang des Vavres with its ducks, swans and extensive reed beds. 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?

Circuit through the Fôret de Chassagne forest and along several ponds. Beautiful panorama of the Etang de Chassagne. Passes close to the former Abbaye de Chassagne (of which only a few converted buildings remain). 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 your means of locomotion... 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?

A walk along the edge of the Dombes ponds, alternating between dirt tracks and tarmac roads. There are two tricky sections (approx. 1.9km on the départementale), but they're well worth the effort to catch a glimpse of egrets, herons, great crested grebes, ducks and swans. 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 your means of locomotion... 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?

With nearly 3,000 species of birds, the Parc des Oiseaux is the largest and most important ornithological park in Europe and with over 40 years experience the bird park offers visitors a world full of fascination and discovery in a scenic setting. The Parc des Oiseaux is located just outside the town of Villars-les-Dombes about an hour’s drive from Lyon, in the heart of the Dombiste Lakes. It is home to the most impressive collection of birds from all over the world to be found anywhere. The park is not only unique because of its collection, but also because of all the various ways visitors can discover the different species. Visitors can observe the birds in 20 different carefully designed landscapes that recreate the bird’s natural habitats which allow them to be housed in an environment that they are use to. The Parc des Oiseaux’s aviaries have been also specially designed to allow visitors to get closer to the birds than ever before. The park is best known for its award winning ‘Birds in Flight Show’, the 150 birds from around 20 different species starring in this breathtaking show make it the most impressive bird show in the world. While many European presentations usually let birds of prey steal the show, the Parc des Oiseaux prefers to feature species that reflect the rich and diverse variety of birds that live in the park. Most of the birds starring in the show were born and raised by the team at the park. The show will be the highlight of your visit, as the Parc des Oiseaux pulls out all the stops to show off its magnificent birds as they were meant to be seen, in flight.

Béatrice and Gilles welcome you to 5 characterful guest rooms, tastefully decorated with top-quality amenities and services, in an old farmhouse restored with passion. Spa and large wooded park at your disposal In the heart of the bird sanctuary, the real haven of peace for the birds of water, Béatrice and Gilles will make you discover all the wealth of the specific fauna and the flora to this environment of life, in a former farm restored with passion while respecting the architectural heritage. Your hosts welcome you in 5 guest houses of character, in the decoration been looked after with high-quality services. LE SOUCHET is a big room of 45 m ², at the ground floor, accessible and fitted out for the people with reduced mobility. It consists of a big bed of 200 cms x 200 cms (2 beds of 100 cms), a sofa corner with extra bed, a showerroom and independent toilets, possibility of additional beds, internet access. The breakfast is served on the terrace in summer. For the meals, a service caterer is proposed to you. In the raised park, a tennis court and benches where from you can observe ducks on the pond invite you in the relaxation. Loan of bikes with organized circuits. Also nearby, the medieval city of Pérouges, the flowery village of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne classified Cities and Art professions, Lyon in 25 km.

The Hostellerie des Dombes is located in a charming Dombiste residence in the village of Bouligneux about 40 minutes from Lyon. The restaurant has 2 dining rooms and a lovely terrace and specialises in frog’s legs and succulent free range chicken. You are always ensured of a warm welcome at the Hostellerie des Dombes as well as delicious traditional Dombes & Saône cuisine in addition to other dishes such as pan fried scallops and game according to the seasons. The restaurant is open throughout the year and can cater for 80 patrons in its 2 dining rooms and another 60 outside on the terrace (RESERVATION ESSENTIAL).

L’Abbaye de Notre Dame de Dombes is a Cistercian abbey built in red brick that was completed in 1863 and designed by Pierre Bossan the same architect who designed Fourvière Basilica in Lyon and the basilica in Ars-sur-Formans. The Abbey of Notre Dame de Dombes in addition to being a beautiful structure designed in the neo-byzantine style also sits on 200 hectares of prime agricultural land. This land has been exploited by the abbey’s Cistercian monks for nearly 150 years and produces a range of farm products. These include honey, fruit, beef, cheese and the famous ‘Musculine’ which is made according to a traditional recipe and is said to have many health benefits. The abbey also has a workshop that produces beautiful religious icons. All these products are on sale in the abbey’s shop as well as other souvenirs. The Notre Dame de Dombes Abbey is open to the public all year round every day except Tuesday and there guided visits available (French only) by reservation at the Dombes Tourism Office.

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.

The Restaurant les Platanes has 3 generations of culinary experience behind it. The restaurant comprises 3 dining rooms one of which was completely refurbished in 2014 where one can sample some of the finest traditional dombiste dishes. Opened in 1945 in a disused railway station the Restaurant les Platanes proposes a cuisine that is both traditional and very tasty. Chef and proprietor Serge Malapel offers lovers of fine food a culenery voyage through the heart of Dombes & Saône with such tempting dishes as frog’s legs in parsley sauce, fillet of carp, chicken à la crème, crayfish stew, fois-gras à la maison and game according to the seasons.

Since 1925, Maison RICHART has been dedicated to creating handcrafted chocolate with intense aromatic notes. Our specialities: Petits RICHART, Macarons, Palets de la Dombes...View of our workshops from the store. Visits and events on reservation Since 1925, Maison RICHART has been dedicated to creating handmade chocolate with intense aromatic notes. Discover all our specialities: Petits RICHART, macaroons, Palets de la Dombes... Come and enjoy the view of our workshops from our boutique. The aromatic world of Maison RICHART and tasting will no longer hold any secrets for you! Tours and events, birthday parties and group packages by prior arrangement.

Located on a 233 hectare estate, the Golf du Gouverneur is the largest golf course in the Rhône-Alps region with two 18-hole courses, one 9-hole course, a driving range, clubhouse a golf shop and lessons from the club professional available The Golf du Gouverneur is situated on the grounds of the Château du Breuil just a short drive north of Lyon. The 3 golf courses are part of the 3 star Best Western Gouveneur Hotel complex. The hotel has 53 luxurious en suite rooms and 2 restaurants and being located in the heart of the tranquil Dombes & Saône countryside it is the ideal place for a relaxing break.

Located in the heart of the Dombes region, in Saint-André-de-Corcy, Fumet des Dombes is an artisanal company founded in 1988 with the main aim of enhancing the value of fish in general, and carp from Dombes ponds in particular, through smoking. From smokehouse to smokehouse, the range has expanded to offer a wide choice of smoked freshwater and saltwater fish, as well as salmon. Carp, char, trout, eel, tuna, swordfish... are all salted before being placed in the smokehouse. Drying and smoking alternate for fifteen hours. High-quality smoke is produced by the friction of beech and oak logs on a grindstone. The fish are then matured in cold storage before being boned (by hand), sliced and packaged. In 2016, Le Fumet des Dombes acquired a kitchen workshop to offer cooked products, with a view to diversifying while continuing to promote regional products. The menu includes terrines (trout, carp, trout/omblet, trout/carp/sturgeon), carp medallions with crayfish sauce, freshwater and saltwater fish rillettes. We have a factory outlet for direct sales to private customers.

Located in the heart of the Dombes region, in Saint-André-de-Corcy, Fumet des Dombes is an artisanal company founded in 1988 with the main aim of enhancing the value of fish in general, and carp from Dombes ponds in particular, through smoking. From smokehouse to smokehouse, the range has expanded to offer a wide choice of smoked freshwater and saltwater fish, as well as salmon. Carp, char, trout, eel, tuna, swordfish... are all salted before being placed in the smokehouse. Drying and smoking alternate for fifteen hours. High-quality smoke is produced by the friction of beech and oak logs on a grindstone. The fish are then matured in cold storage before being boned (by hand), sliced and packaged. In 2016, Le Fumet des Dombes acquired a kitchen workshop to offer cooked products, with a view to diversifying while continuing to promote regional products. The menu includes terrines (trout, carp, trout/omblet, trout/carp/sturgeon), carp medallions with crayfish sauce, freshwater and saltwater fish rillettes. We have a factory outlet for direct sales to private customers.

The aesthetic backdrop to Jean Becker's film "Ridicule", the thousand ponds amaze and delight painters and photographers on the lookout for beautiful light. In an exceptional ecosystem shaped by man over the centuries, nature gives of its best to achieve a perfect balance between fauna, flora and human activity.

With nearly 3,000 species of birds, the Parc des Oiseaux is the largest and most important ornithological park in Europe and with over 40 years experience the bird park offers visitors a world full of fascination and discovery in a scenic setting. The Parc des Oiseaux is located just outside the town of Villars-les-Dombes about an hour’s drive from Lyon, in the heart of the Dombiste Lakes. It is home to the most impressive collection of birds from all over the world to be found anywhere. The park is not only unique because of its collection, but also because of all the various ways visitors can discover the different species. Visitors can observe the birds in 20 different carefully designed landscapes that recreate the bird’s natural habitats which allow them to be housed in an environment that they are use to. The Parc des Oiseaux’s aviaries have been also specially designed to allow visitors to get closer to the birds than ever before. The park is best known for its award winning ‘Birds in Flight Show’, the 150 birds from around 20 different species starring in this breathtaking show make it the most impressive bird show in the world. While many European presentations usually let birds of prey steal the show, the Parc des Oiseaux prefers to feature species that reflect the rich and diverse variety of birds that live in the park. Most of the birds starring in the show were born and raised by the team at the park. The show will be the highlight of your visit, as the Parc des Oiseaux pulls out all the stops to show off its magnificent birds as they were meant to be seen, in flight.

Owned by the Département de l'Ain, these remarkable natural environments, next to the Parc des Oiseaux, are highly diversified and representative of the Dombist landscape: meadows, woodlands and farmland sit alongside several ponds. Site not open to visitors. The Réserve départementale de la Dombes is not open to the public. However, it is possible to enjoy an overall view of the Turlet pond from an observatory located near the Parc des Oiseaux, on the RD1083. Only a few supervised visits are possible, organized for school groups in particular. Adjacent to the 345-hectare Parc des Oiseaux, it is owned by the Département de l'Ain. A veritable mosaic of natural habitats, these remarkable natural environments (ponds, meadows, hedges and woods) are characteristic of the Dombois ecosystem, and present major ecological, landscape and educational challenges. It is home to numerous bird species, including a wide variety of anatidae, grebes, egrets, night herons, storks, coots, newts (crested, alpine, palmate, spotted) and large-breasted leucorrhines. Its role is extremely important, particularly during the nesting period (spring/early summer) and over the winter. The species that breed or overwinter here are highly sensitive to disturbance. The long-term preservation of the site's ecological and landscape wealth is essential. The Réserve Départementale de la Dombes was also awarded the "ENS" label by the Département de l'Ain in 2016. Real natural and landscaped jewels of the Ain department, sites awarded the ENS "Espaces naturels sensibles" label are managed in such a way as to preserve the biodiversity they host, and developed for opening to the public (barring exceptions due to the fragility of the environments). The Régie Natur'Ain is the site manager.

The Dombes, the land of a thousand ponds, offers unique landscapes and the chance to discover age-old traditions. The ponds are home to a rich fauna and flora typical of these environments. One of the largest and most prestigious is the Grand Birieux. Le Grand Birieux is owned by the OFB. With a total surface area of 148.55 hectares (including 80 hectares of water), this pond is owned and managed by the Office Français de la Biodiversité (OFB). The site has an essential piscicultural vocation. It is home to a wide variety of bird species. Many ducks spend the winter here, including teal, pintail and various scaups. Hundreds of greylag geese regularly gather here. Several protected insects, such as the Swamp Copper (butterfly) and the Large-throated Leucorrhine (dragonfly), are also present. All these species can be observed from the observatory to be built in 2021. Every year, action is taken to manage the site. The ecological restoration of habitats conducive to biodiversity is also a very important issue for the site. The Etang du Grand Birieux is a sensitive site which plays an extremely important role for many species, particularly during the nesting season (spring/early summer) and overwintering period. Species that breed or overwinter here are highly sensitive to disturbance. Educational events are organized on the site. The Etang du Grand Birieux was awarded the "ENS" label by the Département de l'Ain in 2014. True natural and landscaped jewels of the Ain department, sites awarded the ENS "Espaces naturels sensibles" label are managed in such a way as to preserve the biodiversity they host, and developed for public access (with certain exceptions due to the fragility of the environments).

Etang du Chapelier in Versailleux is owned by the Fondation pour la protection des habitats de la faune sauvage and managed by the Fédération Départementale des Chasseurs de l'Ain. The pond will be dry by 2022. The Etang du Chapelier was awarded the "ENS" label by the Département de l'Ain in 2016. Real 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 exceptions due to the fragility of the environments). An interpretation trail and two observatories allow the public to immerse themselves in the heart of a typically Dombist pond. Etang du Chapelier covers almost 60 hectares. Classified as a Natura 2000 zone and Hunting Reserve, the pond is managed in the traditional way by the Fédération Départementale des Chasseurs de l'Ain. It is home to numerous species of birds likely to nest or migrate to the pond, such as scaup, scaup, grebes, coots, herons and egrets. This large pond with its strong fish farming vocation also plays an important role in the network of large ponds in the Domb region, offering suitable sites for migratory stopovers and waterbird breeding. Interpretation panels and two observatories are available to visitors along a path that runs along the western bank of the pond. Binoculars or spotting scopes are highly recommended for birdwatching. Guided tours for groups are available by appointment. For more information on these tours, contact Dombes Tourisme.

L’Abbaye de Notre Dame de Dombes is a Cistercian abbey built in red brick that was completed in 1863 and designed by Pierre Bossan the same architect who designed Fourvière Basilica in Lyon and the basilica in Ars-sur-Formans. The Abbey of Notre Dame de Dombes in addition to being a beautiful structure designed in the neo-byzantine style also sits on 200 hectares of prime agricultural land. This land has been exploited by the abbey’s Cistercian monks for nearly 150 years and produces a range of farm products. These include honey, fruit, beef, cheese and the famous ‘Musculine’ which is made according to a traditional recipe and is said to have many health benefits. The abbey also has a workshop that produces beautiful religious icons. All these products are on sale in the abbey’s shop as well as other souvenirs. The Notre Dame de Dombes Abbey is open to the public all year round every day except Tuesday and there guided visits available (French only) by reservation at the Dombes Tourism Office.

On this site in the heart of the Dombes region, walkers can discover the diversity of the Dombes landscape: the estate includes several ponds and associated wetlands, as well as wooded and agricultural areas. An observatory enables walkers to discover the birds associated with this type of environment. Also, throughout the year, guided tours are organized by Dombes tourisme. Throughout the year, the site plays host to numerous species of birds (ducks, waders, etc.). The Domaine de Vernange was awarded the "ENS" label by the Département de l'Ain in 2016, and is located in the communes of Saint-André-de-Corcy, Monthieux and Civrieux. True natural and landscaped jewels of the Ain department, sites with the ENS "Espaces naturels sensibles" label are managed in such a way as to preserve the biodiversity they host, and developed for opening to the public (barring exceptions due to the fragility of the environments). Owned by the Fondation Pierre Vérots and the Commune de Saint-André-de-Corcy for the protection of habitats and wildlife, the Domaine de Vernange ENS is managed by the Fédération Départementale des Chasseurs de l'Ain. The site also adjoins another ENS: "Le domaine de Praillebard", owned by the Pierre Vérots Foundation. Covering an area of 108 hectares, the Vernange estate is home to the agrosystem typical of the Dombes region. The long-term preservation of the site's ecological and landscape wealth is essential. The management plan also provides for extensive fish farming in certain ponds on the Domaine de Vernange.

The Hostellerie des Dombes is located in a charming Dombiste residence in the village of Bouligneux about 40 minutes from Lyon. The restaurant has 2 dining rooms and a lovely terrace and specialises in frog’s legs and succulent free range chicken. You are always ensured of a warm welcome at the Hostellerie des Dombes as well as delicious traditional Dombes & Saône cuisine in addition to other dishes such as pan fried scallops and game according to the seasons. The restaurant is open throughout the year and can cater for 80 patrons in its 2 dining rooms and another 60 outside on the terrace (RESERVATION ESSENTIAL).

Vincent, passionate about cooking and his region, concocts dishes based on local produce. Enjoy our grilled meats and fish on our lovely terrace and air-conditioned veranda in a calm, pleasant, green setting. Our specialities: Fresh frogs, Dombes duckling, free-range chicken with cream sauce, carp goujonnette, fish quenelle (lobster), Val de Saône fruit and vegetables, Dombes carp...

Restaurant in a country setting. Traditional and regional cuisine. Let yourself be tempted by the delicious frogs - you'll find all the chef's generosity on your plate - or the famous carp fillet! Traditions, pleasure and flavors: these are the watchwords of our varied menu. Specialities: carp goujonnette, carp fillet in cream sauce, carp fillet meunière, fresh frogs poached like in Dombes, free-range chicken in cream sauce, homemade foie gras.

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.

The Restaurant les Platanes has 3 generations of culinary experience behind it. The restaurant comprises 3 dining rooms one of which was completely refurbished in 2014 where one can sample some of the finest traditional dombiste dishes. Opened in 1945 in a disused railway station the Restaurant les Platanes proposes a cuisine that is both traditional and very tasty. Chef and proprietor Serge Malapel offers lovers of fine food a culenery voyage through the heart of Dombes & Saône with such tempting dishes as frog’s legs in parsley sauce, fillet of carp, chicken à la crème, crayfish stew, fois-gras à la maison and game according to the seasons.

On a pleasant shaded outdoor terrace surrounded by the Dombes lakes, the chef showcases delicious local cuisine, using fresh, local products! Frogs' legs, Dombes carp, free-range chicken are just some of the dishes that are guaranteed to whet your appetite. The Bicyclette Bleue Restaurant is at the entrance to the medieval town of Pérouges, in the beautiful Dombes region, with lush-green surroundings. It is the perfect place to come and enjoy regional specialities such as fresh frogs' legs with parsley, Dombes carp and Jura trout tartare, 'Perle de Dombes' free-range chicken with cream and morels, etc. The menu is guaranteed to get your mouth watering, with a selection of homemade desserts to finish. In the summer, you'll often be enjoying your meal whilst listening to a concert under the gazebo. The restaurant is featured in the 'Gault & Millau' guide, the 'Guide du Routard de l'Ain' and has been awarded the 'Saveur de l'Ain' quality label.

Chef Ludovic Brehin has put all his know-how into revisiting the menu with a refined cuisine featuring key products such as the famous Dombes-style sautéed frogs and goujonnette for the daily Dombiste menu. Takeaway dishes by e-mail or telephone reservation. A friendly stopover with a daily menu, a gourmet menu to delight your taste buds, and a famous "carp" menu.

Since 1973, the Auberge has been delighting you with its regional products (frogs, chicken...). The panoramic terrace, enhanced by a veranda, welcomes you all year round. The spacious dining room makes it easy to separate tables. You'll enjoy both regional and trendy cuisine (lobster risotto, tuna tataki...) with a breathtaking view of the Chalaronne River. At the crossroads of the Dombes and Bresse regions, the Auberge de Montessuy has been perpetuating its excellence for generations to offer you the very best in local cuisine, seasonal and inspired, gourmet and innovative, generous and a source of pleasure. For events or seminars, menus designed and adapted to your needs and tastes.

The Duverger restaurant will charm you with its warm atmosphere and its cuisine respectful of the terroirs of the Dombes and Bresse regions. For a meal for two, a group or a reception, we take care of you and your taste buds! In our gourmet restaurant, frogs' legs, carp and Bresse chicken are king and await you to offer you a high-quality meal.

A cosy atmosphere combined with old-fashioned elegance that's the charm of this elegant café.

Béatrice and Gilles welcome you to 5 characterful guest rooms, tastefully decorated with top-quality amenities and services, in an old farmhouse restored with passion. Spa and large wooded park at your disposal In the heart of the bird sanctuary, the real haven of peace for the birds of water, Béatrice and Gilles will make you discover all the wealth of the specific fauna and the flora to this environment of life, in a former farm restored with passion while respecting the architectural heritage. Your hosts welcome you in 5 guest houses of character, in the decoration been looked after with high-quality services. LE SOUCHET is a big room of 45 m ², at the ground floor, accessible and fitted out for the people with reduced mobility. It consists of a big bed of 200 cms x 200 cms (2 beds of 100 cms), a sofa corner with extra bed, a showerroom and independent toilets, possibility of additional beds, internet access. The breakfast is served on the terrace in summer. For the meals, a service caterer is proposed to you. In the raised park, a tennis court and benches where from you can observe ducks on the pond invite you in the relaxation. Loan of bikes with organized circuits. Also nearby, the medieval city of Pérouges, the flowery village of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne classified Cities and Art professions, Lyon in 25 km.

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.

On a 2-hectare estate in the heart of the country of a thousand ponds, the Paradis des Dombes campsite welcomes you from April to October in a wooded park in a haven of peace and nature conducive to relaxation. Camping Accueil Vélo label. With 75 spacious, flat, hedged pitches on a wooded site, you'll be charmed by these wide-open spaces. Mobile homes and canvas tents available to rent for overnight stays. Enjoy the healthy, authentic pleasures of this unspoilt natural setting, where only the chirping of birds will enchant your vacation. For your relaxation, there's a swimming pool, a children's playground and a pétanque court. You can enjoy a meal on site at the "guinguette" with its feet in the water and a view of the Etang de Cocagne (speciality: carp en grenouillette, fried fish, barbecue), as well as breakfasts. Theme evenings at the guinguette in summer. The cultural heritage of the Dombes and the entertainment on offer in the various neighboring communes will not leave you without activities. Young and old alike will appreciate this site for sharing moments of relaxation, with areas fitted out for your comfort.

In the heart of an 11-hectare park, come and enjoy the Domaine de Sainte-Croix. It offers you a privileged setting for relaxation and discovery. The Domaine Sainte-Croix is an ideal base for exploring the city of Lyon, the Dombes region and the great outdoors. The Domaine de Sainte-Croix, open to all, has all the characteristics of an exceptional site. Located just 28km from the center of Lyon, it's easy to reach by freeway, train or plane. Quiet and verdant with 11 hectares of greenery, much of it wooded, this estate always surprises visitors. For your leisure or professional activities, you'll find the calm and authenticity you need to relax or train in a pleasant environment. For family celebrations or parties with friends, Sainte-Croix has the facilities to meet your every need. You can combine work and relaxation at Domaine de Sainte-Croix. For your training courses, meetings or conferences, fully-equipped rooms adapted to your needs are available. The Domaine Sainte-Croix offers a 60-seat restaurant, as well as a 130-seat dining room for larger events: seminars, weddings, family celebrations, association meals...

Set on 30 hectares close to the small village of St-Paul-de-Varax near Bourg-en-Bresse the Domaine de la Dombes is an ultra modern 4 star campsite that offers a wide range of alternative camping accommodations. The Domaine de la Dombes is located in the heart of the Dombes-Saone Lakes about 1 hour’s drive from Lyon close to the well renowned Parc des Oiseaux ornithological park. Lovers of nature and the great outdoors are sure to be seduced by the demaine’s 30 hectares of parkland and be completely blown away by its totally cutting edge camping accommodations. These include cabins perched high in the trees that can accommodate between 2 to 6 guests and cabins floating on the domaine’s lake that can cater for 2 to 3 people. Additionally there are floating tents available for hire as well as lodges on dry land by the lakeshore and in the middle of the forest. For the real adventurous, there are the ‘Lov’nids’ which are suspended between the trees that can sleep 2 people (not suitable for children under 12). The Domaine de la Dombes also has 156 traditional shaded encampments available that can cater for camping cars as well as 14 mobile homes. There is also plenty to keep you occupied on the campsite with activities such as tennis, table tennis, mini-golf, archery, volleyball and boules. The domaine also has its own 3,000m² lake and sandy beach for the exclusive use of the domaine’s guests. Other facilities available include a mini-market at the campsite reception and a bar and restaurant with a delivery service available to your tent or caravan as well a wide range of entertainment organised by the domaine’s staff throughout the summer season that is sure to make your stay a memorable one.

The Hotel la Tour is a wonderful old building in the heart of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne that dates from the 14th century complete with its traditional red brick and timber façade, it was converted into a hotel at the end of the 19th century. Today, the Hotel la Tour is an establishment of 32 tastefully decorated, air-conditioned bedrooms set against the backdrop of the tranquil medieval village of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, where the only noise you will hear is the gentle sound of the water from the village fountain. With its attentive staff the hotel has all you will need for a relaxing holiday. You can take it easy by outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a delicious meal in the hotel’s fantastic gastronomic restaurant. The Hotel la Tour is ideally situated between the regions of Dombes-Saône and Bresse and is a great place from which to explore all both these regions of Ain have to offer.

In an immense green setting, this comfortable two-storey house, located 15 minutes' walk from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, comprises 6 bedrooms, a large living room, an equipped kitchen, a dining room, 2 bathrooms and 2 separate WCs. A large south-facing shed is pleasant in summer and winter alike, and can be visited before booking: contact the owner. - 2 bedrooms with 120 cm and 140 cm beds, 1 bedroom with 2 80 cm beds, 1 bedroom with 1 140 cm and 90 cm bed, 2 bedrooms with 1 140 cm bed and a crib. - Sleeping capacity limited to 15. Please respect the neighborhood and avoid noise pollution day and night.

Situated at the feet of the medieval city, the hotel is modern and comfortable. The 33 rooms have air-conditioning and free wifi. The hotel has summer swimming pool, closed car park, bar and reception 24h/24. The Bérangère hotel is situated a stone’s throw from the medieval city of Pérouges and is an ideal place to explore the area. The hotel has 33 rooms equipped with television. Two of these rooms have been adapted to disabled people. The Bérangère is open all year round with the reception open 24 hours a day and also offers free WI-FI throughout the establishment and also has an outdoor swimming pool and big car park.

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

Charm, calm, nature, poetry of the property in the style "Georges Sand" in Nohant. Atmosphere of the romantic century. Cakes, home-made jams. Romantic manor house, in a park of 5 hectares with hundred-year-old trees. Calm and nature: you will find a warm welcome, a refined, historical and cultural atmosphere. TV lounge. A step in the XIXth century, comfort in more. Charm, calm, nature, poetry of the property in the style "Georges Sand" in Nohant. Ambiance of the romantic century. Warm welcome of the owner who loves to make discover the charm of the "Marmont", great literary culture, books everywhere... History of Brou told in a lively way to the guests to encourage them to visit. Gourmet breakfast with homemade jams, eggs from the farm etc. Bresse golf course at 300 m. A night at the "Marmont" is much more than a "chambre d'hôte"... you want to stay longer!