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on the Domaine

  • 08 wildlife parks

  • +30 hectares of nature

  • 35 lodges in the heart of the estate

  • +10 activities on site and to visit

  • Service with care

Domaine de la Dombes, 100% nature and family campsite, unusual accommodation park, leisure park and animal park on 30ha of nature.

We guarantee you an original, rejuvenating vacation with a change of scenery! Welcome to the Dombes, the land of a thousand ponds in the Ain department. Close to the bird park between Lyon and Bourg en Bresse.

Our story

An eco sensible project

In June 2012, Camille Thomas embarked on the crazy project of breathing new life into a derelict former leisure center. An eco-sensitive project unusual housing in an unspoilt natural setting The Dombes

An innovative project

Year after year, more and more novelties to create a real little corner of escape for families For more than 10 years, a formidable team of more than 30 employees has been accompanying you to make your vacations unforgettable!  

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Opening times

Our Domaine is open from March 29 to November 03, 2024.

For reservations, information or gift voucher purchases, we are available by telephone from Monday to Friday, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm . Simplify your life by purchasing your gift voucher or booking your stay directly online.

Opening 2024 season calendar

Plenty of activities!

The Domaine de la Dombes in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region , less than an hour from Lyon, offers a wide choice of activities for young and old. Whether you’re looking for sport, fun, education or relaxation, there’s something for everyone! During your stay or by the day:

  • Treetop adventure park
  • Fishing & bark rental
  • Mini golf
  • Moutain bike rental
  • Spa & Massage
Everything about the activities

2021 novelty!

Enjoy a private visit Ain’stinct Soigneur for one hour with a keeper (by reservation).

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The animals
of the Domaine

The Domaine de la Dombes welcomes more than 250 animals in 8 animal parks (dears, mouflons, boars, wallabies, duckes, bisons, rabbits, goats, donkeys…). Book a night in an animal hut , an animal activity or both!

Everything about the animals

Breakfast basket

To eat on the spot

All year long

Breakfast: Consisting of an assortment of honey, jam and spreads with fresh bread, plus a choice of fruit juice, a pastry and a hot beverage per person: included in self-catering accommodations and 12€/pers for camping and bare-site accommodations. Aperitif basket: Comprising 1/2 wine of your choice and glasses from the Domaine, a packet of chips, a country terrine and 1/2 baguette: 15€ for 2.Local products tasting: Composed of 100% local products (homemade terrine, Dombes carp rillettes, regional cheese, Bresse cookies, choice of local beers): 32€ for 2.Meal basket: Adult formula: Composed of a starter, choice of hot dish, cheese, dessert and choice of beverage: 23€/pers. Children’s menu (under 10): Includes a hot dish, dessert and drink: 14€/pers. Delivered to your accommodation.

During the season

Bar paillote (cocktails, ice creams, waffles… ) open every Wednesday, weekend and bank holiday, as well as every day during the Easter and summer vacations. Also open on Mondays and Tuesdays from 17/05 to 29/09. In October, it’s open only at weekends and every day during the All Saints’ vacation. Snack cabin (French fries, burgers, salads, bagels, nuggets…) open daily for lunch and dinner in July and August. It is also open for lunch on Wednesdays, weekends and public holidays, as well as every day during the Easter vacation. In October, it is only open for lunch at weekends and every day during the All Saints’ vacation period.