©Pierre JAYETDiscover the essentialsBack to Nature in the Dombes A change of scene awaits you on a getaway just a few hours from home. Relax by the ponds, go hiking, enjoy a deep breath of fresh air and let go of...Read moreErwan Hesry Wpthzka M4i Unsplash©Erwan HesryAgenda, Events in DombesDombes is full of life! From the Ronde des Mots performances to the Cuivres en Dombes Festival, the Musicales at the Parc des Oiseaux in Villars-les-Dombes, and the unmissable...Read moreLa Dombes ©La Dombes |PIERRE JAYETStrolling in DombesGrab your sneakers! These walking or cycling routes will take you along some of the ponds of the Dombes. Whether you prefer paved roads or paths, there’s something for...Read more
Cabanes insolites du Domaine de la Dombes©Cabanes insolites du Domaine de la Dombes|Florence BéréziatA weekend in the heart of the forest at Domaine de la DombesA weekend in the heart of the forest near Lyon! Head for the Domaine de la Dombes in St Paul-de-Varax for a night or more. The promise of a real change of scene! Read moreAbbaye Notre Dame des Dombes, façade d'entrée ©Abbaye Notre Dame des Dombes |Michael ZeilfelderA Year at the Abbey of Notre Dame des DombesA year at the Abbey of Notre Dame des Dombes and memories full of my mind… Read moreLogo Artis©Logo Artis|ARTISMeeting the Artisans of ChâtillonPassionate about art and craftsmanship, I had heard a lot about the town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne and its many artisans. My decision was made; I set off to discover this...Read moreSoleil qui se lève sur l'étang avec la végétation en premier plan à gauche©Lever de soleil sur un étang|Sandrine FerrierExploring the Birds of the Dombes from One of the ObservatoriesThis morning, the Dombes, at dawn, is covered with a white mist. I set out, through fields and forests, to meet the birds. Read moreHalles De Chatillon Sur Chalaronne ©Halles moyennageuses à Chatillon|Sandrine FerrierWhat to do in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne?Discover one of France’s most beautiful markets, meet craftsmen, visit historic monuments, solve riddles as a family… There’s plenty to do in...Read moreCourse à l'hippodrome de Châtillon sur Chalaronne©Course trot attelé à l'hippodrome de Châtillon sur Chalaronne|Jeff GalataHorse racing at Châtillon-sur-ChalaronneFrom March to June, horse races take place at the Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne racecourse! An unusual experience to enjoy with family and friends! Read moreMusée de Châtillon sur Chalaronne Hotel Dieu©Musée de Châtillon sur Chalaronne|Michael ZeilfelderChâtillon takes shapeDraw Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne guided by Orianne Amiot. Read moreEtangs de la Dombes©Circuit de balade à Sainte Olive|Michael ZeilfelderA moment in nature on the Sainte-Olive walkToday, our journey takes us to the village of Sainte-Olive, in the heart of the Dombes, for the Chardonnet Pond walk. Our goal: to hike, see ponds, and observe birds. Read moreTour du Plantay au bord d'un étang©Circuit de balade la Tour du Plantay, au bord d'un étang|Michael ZeilfelderLa Dombes ou Les Dombes ?Doit-on dire La Dombes ou Les Dombes ? Pourquoi Dombes s'écrit avec un S ? Si on dit La Dombes, pourquoi Villars-les-Dombes alors ? Que veut dire Dombes ? Si vous vous...Read moreUne famille pique nique au bord des étangs de la Dombes ©Pique nique au bord des étangs de la Dombes |PIERRE JAYETWhere to Picnic in Dombes ?Discover the best spots for picnicking in Dombes, an invitation to savor nature amidst ponds and picturesque landscapes. Read moreCanne à pêche©Etang de pêche|Clark Young Ptwiacynkww UnsplashWhere to fish in the Dombes ?Planning to go pond fishing in the Dombes? Find here a selection of fishing spots in the Dombes. Here you can fish in dedicated ponds, with or without the catch-and-release...Read moreEtang Prele Secheresse©Etang Prele Secheresse|Claire CurtStimulate Your Creativity by a PondUnleash your inner artist guided by Orianne Amiot and Marion Chantegret. Read more
