Overview

Herons, ducks, beavers, dragonflies, orchids nestle in the heart of the largest green setting in the middle Rhône valley. Discover this territory with 4 marked themed circuits.

Four discovery trails are distributed in and around the nature reserve and cover different aspects of the alluvial plain, the use of water and the development of the Rhône. A chain ferry provides access to the island and its "little jungle", the heart of the nature reserve, and an observatory offers a view of the natural Rhône and its birds: herons, kingfishers, egrets, great cormorants. ..
Perhaps with a little patience, you will be able to see a beaver in the evening going up the lône...

Other details

Visit not recommended in case of flooding or strong winds, check the conditions of access beforehand on the website and in particular the opening of the chain ferry for the path "La Forêt vagabonde"

Tips and Suggestions

Un programme d'animations estivales est proposé chaque année avec, entre autres, divers spectacles et la découverte des castors en canoë. Voir la programmation sur le site internet. Aire de pique-nique écologique et toilettes sèches et point d'eau au Méandre des Oves. Possibilité de venir en vélo à partir de la ViaRhôna (parking vélo sur place, prévoir un cadenas).

Comfort and amenities

Services

  • Educational visits
  • Theme visit
  • Free visits
  • Guided tours

Equipment

  • Picnic area.
  • Parking
  • Sustainable development equipment
  • Parking nearby
  • Dry toilets

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible with assistance

Working Languages

  • English
  • French

Rates / opening

Admission fees

Free access.
The brochure describing the four discovery trails is available on the Platière reserve website: http://www.ile.platiere.reserves-naturelles.org/

Opening

All year except in case of major flooding.
For groups, contact the Reserve.