Very popular with tourists and locals alike, Ile Chambod-Merpuis is a must-see in the department . Located between Poncin, Hautecourt-Romanèche and Serrières-sur-Ain , downstream from the limestone cliffs of Balvay and Jarbonnet in the Gorges de l'Ain, Ile Chambod has a particular history… Born from the construction of the Allement dam in 1960, Chambod-Merpuis Island is above all 20 hectares of unspoiled nature on the banks of the Ain River and a 15 km2 navigable body of water.

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Ecological and inclusive

Its natural heritage, its direct link with the Ain river and its environmental preservation constitute an exceptional setting. Aware of its specificity and its heritage value, the Syndicat Mixte de l'Île and strongly supported by the Department, has embarked on an ambitious project to revalue the site with the desire to preserve its natural heritage as much as possible : reorganization of the reception area, parking, extension of the beach, paths for soft and pedestrian modes, installation of new signage, landscaping, inclusive play areas for children ... Everything has been done to facilitate reception and channel the flow of visitors in a natural and harmonious approach.

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Activities for all

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Whether it is on the right bank with Chambod or the left bank on the Merpuis side, the visitor benefits from a superb playground. On the program of activities: cycling, hiking, pedalos, paddles or yoga… Everything is done to offer the visitor an experience rich in emotions .

In addition on the Chambod side, an interpretation trail allows you to discover the 10 remarkable sites of the Haute Vallée de l'Ain, while going around the island. It is signposted over a length of 2 kilometers and is accessible to people with reduced mobility (PRM) on half of the route.