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Promenades et randonnées, sites et activités à découvrir, des balades hors des sentiers battus pour vous faire aimer des lieux hors du commun.



Solar glass houses: the SPA Mosaïc is now opening in Georges Blanc Print

ImageEspecially known for its ability to transport us to gastronomic Nirvana, Georges Blanc is now taking charge of quenching our thirst for well-being. With SPA Mosaïc, this invincible perfectionist has been absolutely resourceful and turned the old orangery into a very famous Vonnas restaurant. It houses 750m2 open to the plants, water and vines, a pool with fountains, water-massages and of course a hammam, Jacuzzi, fitness room and solarium, and face and body care rooms. It's a dream place, where you can forget about the little sins you committed elsewhere…

Contact and information:

SPA Les Serres du Soleil
Relais&Châteaux Georges Blanc, à Vonnas (Ain)
Tél. : + 33 (0)474 509 090
www.georgesblanc.com
Photo: SPA Mosaïk, Georges Blanc

 
Bird Park in Villars les Dombes Print

ImageNo borders: such is the motto of the Bird Park situated in the Dombes, hosting more than 2,000 species from all over the world. An extraordinary sanctuary whose richness and diversity are partly due to the migration corridor that goes through the area. Now that last winter's threat of avian flu has gone, the flocks of birds have regained their cheerfulness with the sunshine. You will have unrestricted encounters in a breathtaking landscape, especially with the wild geese and the common cranes that are attracted by the several thousand ponds along the Dombes. 2007 Surprise: opening of an Australian outback, with an aviary in which typical Australian species frolic. If you like tender moments, don't miss the nursery.

Informations:

Parc des Oiseaux
Villars les Dombes
Tél +33 (0) 474 98 05 54
www.parc-des-oiseaux.com
Photo: Parc aux Oiseaux

 
Route de la Bresse : by bike or by car Print
Image200 km of marked itinerary. Start with the Brou Royal Monastery in Bourg en Bresse, a gem of  Gothic style built in the 16th century by Marguerite to honour the love she had for her husband Philibert le Beau who passed away at an early age. Continue the visit with the countryside and the picturesque farms with Saracen chimneys. Don’t miss the Romanesque church Saint-André-de-Bâgé. A trip that will not leave you hungry, as it will also be possible to taste  in the different restaurants regional gastronomic treasures: “Poulet de Bresse “ (Bresse chicken), cheese AOC and quenelles.

Contact and informations:

www.ain-tourisme.com
To order the booklet (free), click here
Photo : Ain Tourisme

 

 

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