Take your pick: adrenaline packed or slow and contemplative?
THINGS TO DO
Your Townships adventure starts here.
Sports, Nature & Outdoor Activities
Take your pick: adrenaline packed or slow and contemplative?
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Let your imagination run free at galleries, theatres, museums and workshops.
Spa & Wellness
Treat yourself to massages, body treatments, Nordic baths and other sensory delights.
Shopping
Scour our markets, boutiques and other hidden gems to score incredible finds.
Events
Discover our cultural vitality with a wide range of special events.
Cycling
The Townships is a great cycling destination, because it’s designed for pedal power - slow, contemplative, challenging or sporty.
Hiking Trails
Fill your pack with local flavours before setting off to explore the natural beauties that make our region so stunning.
Campgrounds
Abundant amenities in the heart of nature.
Restaurants
All are sure to please even the most discerning of palates. Bon appétit!
Golfing
Tee off in the Townships and get into the swing of things with 9 or 18 holes. Fore!
Where to stay
Lodging options to suit any taste and budget.
Hotels & Country Inns
Stunning locations and outstanding service come together for a bliss-inducing stay.
Bed & Breakfasts
Get up close and personal with life in the Townships.
Off the Beaten Path
Think outside the box with out of the ordinary accommodations.
Cottages & Condos
Custom comfort near the city or in nature.
Campgrounds / RV Rentals
Abundant amenities in the heart of nature.
Vacation Centres
Kick back and relax as a family with all-inclusive vacation options.
Other Types of Lodging
Experience something different by choosing unique lodging.
Destination Spas
The only thing better than a day at the spa? Several days at the spa!
Hikers Welcome
If you, like thousands of visitors annually, plan on hiking in the region, know that your efforts will be rewarded by our world-class hospitality.
Bienvenue Cyclistes
Explore the region on two wheels and stay in one of the many accommodation options bearing the Bienvenue cyclistes icon.
Pet Friendly
Don’t want to leave your four-legged friend behind? Book a stay in some of the region’s many dog-friendly digs and you won’t have to.
The Townships
The Townships possess a rich heritage that you will discover everywhere on its nine territories, in its towns and villages, its Coeurs villageois, etc.
Not to be missed
What is it that draws visitors to the region, year after year? Find out here :
Cœurs villageois
Visit our Cœurs villageois – charming communities that truly characterize the spirit of our region.
Towns and villages
Explore our lively, welcoming towns and villages with their heritage architecture and fascinating histories.
Nine territories to discover
Each territory has a distinct personality and a wealth of hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered!
The Townships at a glance
Here’s a glimpse of the region, a few historical notions, and numbers.
Tourist routes
Hit the road! The region has several tourist routes designed around different themes – heritage, scenic landscapes, wine….
National and regional parks
Four national and two regional parks – an outdoor paradise in the fresh air, each and every one!
Taste the townships
Here, in so many ways, you’ll enjoy all kinds of gastronomical experiences! When you discover our unique products and our highly renowned tables, you’ll love us forever!
Restaurants
Every time you sit down at one of our tables, you’ll experience a truly special moment. Savour it!
Cafés de village
Visit our Cafés de Village and discover each one’s specialties while meeting the most welcoming and friendly people.
Créateurs de Saveurs Products
You can rely on our food producers who put as much love as delicious flavours into everything they plant and produce.
Vineyards
The Route des vins de Brome-Missisquoi, the Route des vins de l’Estrie, and about twenty other vineyards… The Townships region proudly honours its title of being the first wine region of Quebec.
Microbreweries
The region counts more than twenty microbreweries! Just like the people who run them, each one has established their own strong, unique personality and … extremely inviting character!
Cheese Factories & Dairy Producers
goat’s milk… Here you’ll savour rich artisanal cheeses. Some you already know, many others you’ll enjoy discovering.
Public Markets
Purple peppers, fir honey, pineapple tomatoes … besides all the products you love, sometimes you also discover new, amazingly surprising ones!
Pick-your-own
Pick-your-own farm-fresh fruits and vegetables.
Restaurants Complices
These restaurants take to heart working with local producers and to offer dishes that integrate certified Créateurs de saveurs products.
Foodie’s Maps
Brasseurs des Cantons and Têtes fromagères are two gastronomical circuits highlighting our microbreweries and cheese factories.
Gourmet Itineraries
Plan your stay by offering yourself a wealth of flavours. Consult our getaway ideas.
Weekend and Trip Ideas
Discover our activities suggestions, getaway ideas and itineraries in the Townships.
Family Outings
Find loads of ideas for memorable family outings!
Romantic Getaways
Outings, restaurants, spas, weekend ideas… Suggestions for spending some precious moments together.
Outdoor Activities
Hiking, kayaking, beaches, cycling… Without a doubt, all outdoor enthusiasts are sure to find something to do here!
Tourist Routes
Vineyards, mountain peaks, heritage sites… Our designated routes make for the most beautiful road trips!
Itineraries
Whether for two, with your family or with friends, here you will find a ton of suggestions for planning perfect getaways!
Experiences to Try
Our collaborators have tested several different adventures … and have approved!
Coeur villageois
Visit our Cœurs villageois – charming communities that truly characterize the spirit of our region.
Towns and Villages
Explore our lively, welcoming towns and villages with their heritage architecture and fascinating histories.
Guide and Maps
View our guide and maps online or download your free copies.
Nature, sports and outdoor activities
12 Hiking Outings in the Eastern TownshipsThe frenzy of the holiday season will absorb the minds of kids of all ages, the desire to believe in Santa Claus is brightening our spirits. To help get us in the festive mood, many Christmas activities are being held, and among them, the Christmas market is a favourite.
Christmas market at the Poudrière de Windsor
About 20 exhibitors. noel.val-saint-francois.com
Boîte à cadeaux de Dudswell (gift box)
Marbleton community centre, 193, rue Principale Est, Dudswell J0B 1L0 819 560-8474.
In the heart of Dudswell, more than 40 exhibitors, outdoor activities, music, onsite food services, Christmas trees, buggy rides, and more! In Dudswell, gifts just seem to fall from the sky!
Scotstown Christmas market
Scotstown town hall, 101, chemin Victoria Ouest, Scotstown
Come and meet producers from the region in a festive atmosphere: agri-food market, baked goods, health products, beauty products, jewelry, wood, knitted goods, crafts and homemade goods, and Christmas decorations. Bring the kids! Santa Claus will be there!
Sutton Christmas market
Several of Sutton’s downtown boutiques invite you to do your Christmas shopping in their tent village. Tastings, music, and performances. A festive and very special atmosphere! suttontourism.ca
Haute-Yamaska Christmas bazaars
Waterloo: November 26 in the St-Bernardin church nave, 5005, rue Foster, Waterloo J0E 2N0 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Roxton Pond: November 27 at the community centre, 905, rue Saint-Jean, Roxton Pond J0E 1Z0 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Granby: December 3 and 4, under the big tent at Place Johnson (next to 160, rue Principale), from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
450 378-9976 #2504 - granby-tellement-terroir.com/evenements/marche-de-noel
The Haute-Yamaska region’s Christmas bazaars enable visitors to discover original, unique, and quality products in a festive atmosphere, brimming with holiday spirit. The exhibitors’ tables will feature a vast array of products.
Christmas at the Marché de la Gare de Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke’s Christmas market will enchant its visitors. Held on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and the entire week between Christmas and New Year’s, the Market is not to be missed when making your holiday purchases! Check out the artists’ and craftspeople’s village and the activities for the whole family. Entertainment onsite. facebook.com/marchedelagare. Hours: Friday, 5 to 9 p.m. – Saturday, 1 to 9 p.m. – Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; December 26, 27 and 28, 12 to 6 p.m. December 29 and 30, 12 to 8 p.m. December 31, 12 to 6 p.m.
Lambton Christmas market
Lambton rectory, 211, rue Principale, G0M 1H0 - 418 486-7438
An outdoor Christmas market organized by the Comité Vitalité Lambton, with local craftspeople and merchants offering their products.
Marché du cadeau et des saveurs (gift and flavour market) in Farnham
St-Romuald church basement, 500, rue St-Hilaire, Farnham 450 293-7049
Many craftspeople together under one roof. An ideal time to get your holiday gifts and encourage the local economy. Many products will be featured, such as tole and glass paintings, jewelry, greeting cards, clothing, paintings, crafts of all kinds, candles, oils, sculptures, and much more.
St-Alphonse-de-Granby Christmas bazaar
360, rue Principale, St-Alphonse-de-Granby J0A 2A0 450 375-4570
Come and do your holiday shopping at the municipality’s first Christmas bazaar, where artists and craftspeople will be offering unique and original gift ideas.
Gros Pierre apple orchard’s Christmas market
6335, route Louis-S.-St-Laurent, Compton J0B 1L0 819 835-5549
In Compton, a food-lovers’ paradise! The Gros Pierre apple orchard will be hosting a Christmas market. Featuring everything you need to garnish your holiday table, and gifts for the food lovers in your circle.
Midnight Madness – Lac-Brome’s Christmas market
All the town’s merchants will be opening their doors until midnight in a festive atmosphere for your holiday purchases. Featuring shopping, a mini-market with producers and craftspeople, bonfire, wagon rides, hot chocolate, mascots, musicians, restaurant specials, and more.
Country Christmas market in Melbourne
Local craftspeople and agri-food producers will be on hand to celebrate Christmas in the community. marchechampetre.org
Racine Christmas bazaar
Buy local and original. About 20 craftspeople will be onsite. noel.val-saint-francois.com
Lac-Mégantic Christmas bazaar
Polyvalente Montignac, 3409, rue Laval, Lac-Mégantic G6B 1A5 – 819 583-5515
Local produce for your holiday feasts. Products by craftspeople from the Granit region.
North Hatley Christmas market
Annual exhibition of Christmas gifts and art. tourisme-memphremagog.com
Marché Locavore de Noël (Christmas market)
Agri-food products and holiday spirit. noel.val-saint-francois.com
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