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Discover the Ain!

Looking for an escape, the great outdoors or an easy-to-organize getaway? Here you’ll find all the keys to discovering the Ain at your own pace, through its unspoilt natural landscapes and its contrasting seasons between mountains and plains. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in nature, reach a destination by train or simply enjoy a moment of happiness, it all starts here.

Ain, between plains and mountains Two rhythms, one breath

The Ain is a perfect balance between two worlds. On one side, the plain: gentle, flowing, a patchwork of hedged farmland, ponds and villages that whisper history beneath their tiled roofs. On the other, the mountains: raw, slender, a bubble of pure air where the breath becomes deeper and clearer. In between, a river that doesn’t divide, but connects. Two tempos, two ambiances, a single destination: one where you come to breathe, taste, slow down. Without ever having to choose.

The Ain (also) makes others happy!

The Ain is one of France’s most attractive nature destinations! As the seasons go by, the region reveals itself from different angles, each offering an authentic immersion in the heart of vast open spaces.

The Ain is ideal for outdoor activities, but also for exploring its terroir, gourmet delights and typical restaurants where Bresse poultry rubs shoulders with PDO butter and cream. More than just a gourmet’s delight, the Ain is also a land of contemplation, with its preserved natural heritage and a destination rich in discovery and history…

Here we go: discover the Ain!