Cabanes et Lodges du Belvédère

Those river views calling you to get closer? Canoe trips for peaceful paddling days are 15 minutes away by car. If you’ve got other outings in mind, point yourselves towards Poncin for horse riding or Neuville-sur-Ain for climbing excursions (both 10 minutes away), or get over to Pont-d’Ain (15 minutes) for go-karting. If that all sounds a tad too much effort, make tracks to the river beach on Île Chambod (15 minutes) – it’s also got boat trips and various watersports for those that require a little activity. Or raise a glass to inactivity by taking a tour of the sparkling wine cellars around Cerdon (10 minutes). Take a look into the region’s history with a scamper around Château de Varey (15 minutes) or taking a jaunt to Jujurieux (15 minutes), where you can see silk makers in action and visit a museum dedicated to their art. For history that’s way more ancient, get underground at the Grottes du Cerdon (20 minutes) before returning to daylight for prehistory-themed activities.