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France
Auvergne Rhône Alpes
Bourg-En-Bresse
Châtillon-Sur-Chalaronne

Between Dombes and Val de Saône

Moderate

5.0

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5

riders

Between Dombes and Val de Saône

03:52

64.4km

350m

Cycling

This route between the Dombes and the Val de Saône boasts a superb blend of nature and history. You’ll cross the ponds and wildlife of the Dombes before reaching the scenic banks of the Saône.

The route starts in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne. Listed as one of the ‘Plus Beaux Détours de France’…

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Last updated: June 16, 2025

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446 m

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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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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17.1 km

Château de Bouligneux

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Take a minute to look at the Château de Bouligneux!

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39.4 km

Étang de Chaneins

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This small pond is located on the outskirts of Chaneins. Equipped with a few tables, it offers a pleasant break.

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64.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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57.8 km

6.47 km

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< 100 m

Surfaces

45.1 km

19.2 km

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May 12, 2025

This route between the Dombes and the Val de Saône boasts a superb blend of nature and history. You’ll cross the ponds and wildlife of the Dombes before reaching the scenic banks of the Saône.



The route starts in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne. Listed as one of the ‘Plus Beaux Détours de France’ (towns classified

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