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 TownshipsPublished on Oct 5, 2021
A gourmet event, a scenic road trip, pumpkin picking, a hike in the fall colours – endless options for enjoying this Thanksgiving Weekend in the Eastern Townships!
Every autumn, as regular as clockwork, thousands of migrating birds gather at the Burbank Pond in Danville – evidence of the changing season and an enjoyable spectacle for young and old! There will be a number of family-friendly activities – birdwatching, an introduction to ornithology, a presentation about birds, entertainment and music.
October 9-11 | Étang Burbank, Danville | Free
Fancy a road trip to view the changing leaves? The Circuits des Sheds panoramiques in the region of Haut-Saint-François, is just such a route! With the recent addition of the Ascot Corner Shed, the circuit now encompasses eight sheds - lookout points where you can enjoy incredible views and at the same time, learn something of the local history.
Six venues and more than 50 producers and artisans participate in this popular annual event - la virée gourmande des Comptonales. A (free) shuttle bus takes you on a gourmet tour, stopping at Domaine Ives Hill, Verger Gros Pierre, Cidrerie de Compton, Fromagerie La Station, Érablière du village and Parc des Lions. En route, you’ll be able to sample fresh, flavourful food and discover some unique products. And don’t miss the Grand marché des Récoltes – a market featuring harvest fare, which will be held on Thanksgiving Monday (October 11) in the village of Compton.
October 9 and 10 (gourmet tour) and October 11 (Grand Marché des Récoltes) | Buy your wrist band for the gourmet tour online.
Most of campgrounds close after this weekend so that will be your last chance to pitch a tent, park your trailer or go glamping. (One exception is at Camping du Lac Lyster where you can rent a ready-to-move-in, fully equipped unit.) The weather outlook for Thanksgiving is warm and sunny so don’t delay. Book now!
Whether you’re planning an outing with your significant other or with your family, pumpkin picking is one of those traditional fall activities that doesn’t require too much effort! Several farms in the Townships offer this U-Pick opportunity. As a bonus, you’ll have enough pumpkins for a seasonal meal or to decorate your home!
Is this your favourite time of year to go hiking? Discover five, lesser-known trails that offer spectacular views. The landscapes, clad in their vibrant fall colours, will take your breath away!
Nature, sports and outdoor activities
Special Feature - Fall ColorsNature, sports and outdoor activities
Fall Colour Evolution in the Eastern TownshipsNature, sports and outdoor activities
30 Stunning Places to Admire ColoursAll rights reserved © Tourism Eastern Townships 2024, (Quebec, Canada)
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