Leisure centre of Iloa

Leisure centre of Iloa is an outdoor recreation area in Thiers that spreads across a large expanse of land between the Dore River and a railroad line. The site contains a supervised swimming beach, walking trails, and forested areas that make up its main features.

Plans for the center began in the 1980s as a recreational development for Thiers and opened at the end of that decade. Since then it has become a longstanding destination for outdoor leisure in the region.

The center sits within a protected natural area and serves as a gathering place for outdoor recreation in the region. Visitors experience local landscapes and wildlife through day-long visits that connect them to the natural character of the Livradois-Forez park.

The swimming beach operates during summer months and is monitored by lifeguards to ensure safe water activities. Visitors should plan to explore the grounds on foot and allow time for the walking paths throughout the area.

The grounds are part of a protected natural area across Europe and feature navigation courses that visitors can follow using special maps. These courses let individuals and groups explore the surroundings in an interactive way.