The ancient meanders of the Rhône, ENS de l'Ain

  • Wetland
Chemin du Point Vert, 01470 Serrières-de-Briord
The Rhône has shaped its valley and changed its bed several times. It has carved into the landscape two ancient meanders now occupied by a lake, vast marshes and lush alluvial forests. Exceptional biodiversity right on the village's doorstep!
One of the first sites in the Ain to be awarded the "Espace Naturel Sensible" label.

On the right bank of the Rhône and at the foot of the first slopes of the Bugey, the vast marshes of Serrières-de-Briord are the direct result of the wanderings of the Rhône. Centuries ago, the Rhône passed through here all year round. When it receded, the waters were gradually covered by sediments, then by peat, giving way to marshy meadows and wet forests bordering the river, covering almost 90...

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Services

Picnic area
Car park
Animals accepted

Documentation

Documentation

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Groups (Max capacity)
  • 150 Maximum number of people

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Openings

All year 2025 - Open everyday

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Location

The ancient meanders of the Rhône, ENS de l'Ain
Chemin du Point Vert, 01470 Serrières-de-Briord

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • In the country
  • Riverside
  • Mountain view
  • Town outskirts
  • Village 2 km away
  • Waterside
  • Overview on river
Updated on 22 July 2020 at 17:26
by Plaine de l'Ain Tourisme
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