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Bourg-En-Bresse
Châtillon-Sur-Chalaronne

The Dombes of a thousand ponds

Moderate

4.5

(13)

41

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The Dombes of a thousand ponds

03:16

55.9km

220m

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This route plunges you into the heart of the Dombes and its thousand ponds. Along the way, you'll discover beautiful landscapes, exceptional wildlife and the rich heritage of this ‘Site Remarquable’.

Departing from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, a charming medieval town, the route winds its way past numerous ponds. From time to time,…

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Last updated: June 16, 2025

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Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne

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Located in the heart of Dombes, Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, formerly Châtillon-les-Dombes, is a medieval town full of character. Listed among the Most Beautiful Detours in France, it stands out for its preserved …

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Abbey of Notre-Dame des Dombes

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A beautiful 19th-century Cistercian abbey built in a remarkable brick style. Don't hesitate to make a short detour to see it. The church and atrium are free to visit. It …

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33.7 km

The Saint-Pierre du Plantay church is Romanesque in style. In 2008, it was added to the list of historic monuments.

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44.0 km

The Dombes

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Dombes, a land of a thousand ponds, is a vast freshwater fish-farming area. This land of ancestral traditions, particularly pond fishing, is home to exceptional flora and fauna in a pristine natural setting.

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53.8 km

2.14 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.2 km

24.6 km

120 m

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Wednesday 11 November

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7°C

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May 12, 2025

This route plunges you into the heart of the Dombes and its thousand ponds. Along the way, you'll discover beautiful landscapes, exceptional wildlife and the rich heritage of this ‘Site Remarquable’.



Departing from Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, a charming medieval town, the route winds its way past numerous

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