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Sensitive Natural Area of étang Prêle circuit in Chaneins
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Thou de l'Etang PrêlePhoto: C. Montet / Dombes Tourisme
Breathe in, breathe out, you’re in Dombes.
Dombes, land of a thousand ponds, imagine it 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. Pause for a moment and observe the dances on the calm water of the ponds. The grey heron, master of the place, may honor you with its presence!
So, what better than a walk to visit and discover Dombes at a slow pace?
Author’s recommendation
An observatory at étang Prêle allows the observation of several bird species.
At the beginning of 2023, a mystery game will be available around the pond (game bag for sale at the Tourist Office).
The route is also suitable for cycling.
Themed visits along the ponds are organized during holidays. Information from Dombes Tourisme.
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Be careful at intersections and when crossing departmental roads (D90).
Stay on marked routes.
Keep your pets on a leash.
Some ponds host fragile species, please be respectful.
Please do not leave your rubbish in nature.
Faulty markings, incidents/security, usage conflicts, illegal dumping? Locate and share the problem encountered on the national alert system via the SURICATE app or the website https://sentinelles.sportsdenature.fr/
Tips and suggestions
APIDAE Tourism data updated on 22/07/2022 by "Dombes Tourisme".
Any error on this record? Write to the owner quoting these references:
Record name: Footpath: The Sensitive Natural Area of étang Prêle | File ID: 6037823 | URL (link) of this Outdooractive page.
Directions
From Bourg-en-Bresse (33 km): take the D936 towards Chatillon sur Chalaronne. In Chatillon, take the D17 towards Belleville until Chaneins.
From Lyon: take the A6 towards Macon until Belleville (exit 30). In Belleville, take the D37 then the D17 towards Chaneins.
Parking
Parking at the starting point (Place de la Bascule).
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
IGN Map 3029SB Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne - Belleville
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Equipment
Plan to wear appropriate and comfortable clothing and shoes, bring something to hydrate and protect yourself from the sun.
Remember to equip yourself with binoculars!
Localization
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