The Dombes ponds and the Bird Park
10h
As the world's leading freshwater fish-producing region, the Dombes reveals a changing and unexpected landscape to visitors. Discover this unique territory on a guided tour to admire the flora and fauna and learn about the history of the Dombes (approx. 30 km with your own coach, departing from Villars-les-Dombes).
Continuation to Villars-les-Dombes Bird Park
Lunch at a restaurant in the Parc des Oiseaux *.
Suggested menu (choose the same menu for the whole group) :
Mise en bouche
Tarte aux cardons et Bleu de Gex or Marbré de volaille aux noisettes or Salade gourmande Aindinoise (bouchon de brebis, magret de canard fumé, brochettes d'escargot and chips de Comté)
Dombiste duck leg deglazed with raspberry vinegar or Ain free-range chicken with Bresse cream or Crispy carp and frogs with Bugey beurre blanc
Faisselle and Bresse cream or Ain dry cheese or Symphony of desserts
¼ de Bugey wine and coffee
A unique experience, an ornithological and botanical world tour without borders. With 2,500 birds of 300 different species spread over 35 hectares, the Park boasts one of the largest collections in Europe. Stroll freely and watch the birds evolve in complete freedom in 24 living spaces that reflect the world's landscapes in a harmonious ecosystem.
3.30pm: the highlight of your day at the Park! The bird show in flight, where you can watch from the stands a magical ballet of grace and color (weather permitting).
17h
End of excursion
Full-day distance: 35 km
* Saveurs de l'Ain® member
