The park is located within the Dombes, a region characterized by over 1,000 artificial ponds created during the Middle Ages.
The onsite 'Bird Tower' reaches a height of 27 meters, offering views across the entire marshy plateau.
The park participates in European Endangered Species Programmes (EEP) to help prevent the extinction of rare avian species.
The site includes a specialized nursery where visitors can sometimes observe the hand-rearing process of chicks.
It is the only park of its kind in France to be fully accredited by the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA).
Parc des Oiseaux is one of Europe's largest bird sanctuaries, housing over 2,000 birds from more than 300 different species across a 35-hectare site. The park is situated in the heart of the Dombes region, a landscape defined by its thousand ponds and wetlands. Visitors move through various themed environments, including an aviary dedicated to the Pantanal wetlands and a tropical bush enclosure. The park operates a significant conservation and breeding program for endangered species. The site features an observation tower that provides a panoramic view over the surrounding Dombes ponds and landscape. Daily educational flight demonstrations highlight the natural behaviors of raptors and other birds in open-air settings. The facility emphasizes environmental education regarding the importance of aquatic ecosystems.
The panoramic observation tower platform for wide-angle shots of the Dombes landscape.
Bring binoculars for better observation of the birds in the larger, more expansive enclosures.
Wear comfortable, waterproof walking shoes as the park features extensive outdoor paths through wetland environments.
Check the daily flight demonstration schedule immediately upon entry to plan your route around the park.
Do not underestimate the time required to walk the entire 35-hectare grounds; avoid trying to see everything in less than four hours.
The park is seasonal and typically closes for the winter months; check for annual reopening dates in early spring.
Do not feed the animals or tap on the glass of the enclosures; maintain a quiet demeanor near nesting areas.
