A land of a thousand ponds, the Dombes unveils a changing and unexpected landscape to visitors who explore it. As the leading freshwater fish farming region, the Dombes is also a land of ancestral traditions (pond fishing, horse breeding…), a paradise for birds, with exceptional flora and fauna, all within a preserved natural environment.
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A land of a thousand ponds, the Dombes reveals a changing and unexpected landscape to visitors. The leading freshwater fish-producing region, the Dombes is also a land of ancestral traditions (pond fishing, horse breeding…), and a paradise for birds, with exceptional flora and fauna, all set in unspoilt natural surroundings.
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We revealthe must-sees
To make your stay in the Dombes as easy as possible, we’ve selected a few must-see places for first-time visitors. In addition to the Bird Park in Villars-les-Dombes, the characterful villages of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, Trévoux and Ars-sur-Formans are well worth a visit. Discover emblematic Dombes architecture at the Notre-Dame des Dombes Abbey… Put on your sneakers, the Dombes is yours! Depending on whether you come in spring or summer, autumn or winter, you won’t have the same experience…
Guided tours, gourmet walks, workshops, treasure hunts, themed evenings, shows… we offer you 1001 ways to experience the destination !