ANIMATIONS AT THE DOMAIN

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The pirogue challenge and tasting on the shores of Lake Chalain on 15/07; 22/07; 29/07; 12/08; 19/08 from 5pm to 7pm
Come and discover the Neolithic boats of Lake Chalain, the monoxyle dugout canoe, its history and its use thanks to a fun workshop! Participants will learn about the pirogue, its history, how it was made and how it was used. Then, divided into teams, they will have to try to float and move forward a miniature replica of the Chalain monoxyle pirogue with its load without sinking it! At the end of each activity, there will be an aperitif and tasting session based on what people ate in the Neolithic period.
FREE by prior arrangement for accompanied children aged 7 and over; led by Nicolas and Emilie from Unis Vers Nature and organised by the Jura department's culture and heritage service.

Orienteering on 16/07, 23/07, 30/07, 6/08, 13/08 and 20/08 from 10am to 12pm
Set off in search of hidden beacons in the Domaine de Chalain between lake and forest; a fun activity to enjoy with family or friends that lets you discover an unspoilt environment and connect with nature.
Bookings required for accompanied children aged 6 and over; €10 per adult and €5 per child.

Fishing activities: 

Discovery of aquatic life: (afternoons of 19/07, 26/07, 22/08)
This activity, open to children aged 7 and over, allows you to discover the life of the stream through its inhabitants. On the programme: fishing with a net with your feet in the water, determination games, discovery of food chains. The impact of man on aquatic environments. Bring a pair of boots or shoes that can go in the water.
Timetables: 13H30-16H30 RDV at the chalet of the fishing federation at the Domaine de Chalain. Maximum 15 people per session, children accompanied by parents.

Fishing activities (equipment provided) : afternoons of 11/07, 12/07, 18/07, 26/07, 01/08, 08/08, 14/08, 29/08
Discover fishing from 8 years old. Come and try to catch your first fish. Introduction to fishing with and without a reel. Discovery of the equipment and fixtures as well as the fish.
Timetables: 13H30-16H30 RDV at the chalet of the fishing federation at the Domaine de Chalain. Maximum 8 people per session, children accompanied by parents.

FREE - Bookings can be made at www.peche-jura.com, events tab (fishing courses/details of courses)

See the full programme

In situ
 

  • Pedal boat, canoes and stand-up paddleboard hire. 
           ½ hour1 hour
Pedal boat with slide13€    20€
5 seater pedal boat12€    18€
4 seater pedal boat11€    17€
2 seater pedal boat8€    12€
2 person canoe7€    11€
Paddle6€    9€
Kayak4€    7€
  • Electric scooter hire (Kévin Mandrillon, tél: 07.49.82.34.51) More information
 50mn1h30        
Electric scooter       35         50
  • Sports fields (basketball, football, beach volleyball, table tennis) 
  • Children's play areas, picnic areas
  • Beaches
  • Boules pitch  
  • Hiking trails: Tour of lake Chalain starting from the Domaine (10 km, difference in altitude 90 m, on foot or mountain bike) several trails take you along the lake or up to the belvedere, in particular the belvedere at Fontenu.
  • Mini-golf 5€/pers (clubs can be hired from reception)