Marais de Lavours

Nature reserve Ceyzérieu, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

What to expect

The Marais de Lavours is a natural reserve located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, near the city of Ceyzérieu. It is one of the last large marshes in Western Europe and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The reserve features a mix of wet meadows, reed beds, and peat bogs, and is an important stopover for migratory birds. Visitors can explore the reserve via a pedestrian path on stilts, which offers a unique perspective on the marshes and their inhabitants. The reserve is also home to a variety of plants, including rare species such as the Liparis de Loesel and the Rossolis à longues feuilles. The Marais de Lavours is a great place to visit for families who love nature and the outdoors, with its unique landscape and diverse wildlife

Plan your family visit to the Marais de Lavours with these blog insights 👇

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Family cycling: the ViaRhôna de Culoz in Saint Genix sur Guiers

Family cycling: the ViaRhôna de Culoz in Saint Genix sur Guiers
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Marais de Lavours, a nature reserve with a rich fauna, and walked on a circuit on pilotis to explore the area without impacting the biodiversity

Highlights: We enjoyed the view on the Grand Colombier and the variety of fauna ✨