The Gravière aux oiseaux estate extends over nearly 30 ha on the banks of the Loire. It includes 2 ponds designed for walking, bird watching and discovering wetlands in all seasons.
Getting there: From Bonvert, take the Cornillon road to the gravel pit on your right.
The gravel pit with birds

Itinerary to find in the topographical guide:
Topoguide Walk in the Roannais.

Your itinerary

Map List

1 - Departure

From the car park, follow the path to the left of the welcome sign for La Gravière aux Oiseaux.

2 - Step 1

At the fork, follow the totems towards the labyrinth and the gravel pit building.

3 - Step 2

Several options are available to you: the observatory and the educational pond on your left, the building to visit on your right or continue on the path along the meadow.

4 - Step 3

Turn left, join a path on stilts to reach hides.

5 - Step 4

Climb on the dike of the Loire and continue to the left.

6 - Step 5

Descend from the dike between the 2 ponds to reach your starting point.