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.
The Colour evolution
The tree-covered leaves change hues presenting different warmer and warmer and more luminous colours
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.
Restaurants
All are sure to please even the most discerning of palates. Bon appétit!
Orchards
Our orchards are overflowing with fruit, all ripe for the picking! Won’t you join us?
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.
Lodgings with Spa Options
Plan a stay in an accommodation with a private spa or a treatment center. Relaxation guaranteed!
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!
Orchards
Our orchards are overflowing with fruit, all ripe for the picking! Won’t you join us?
Restaurants Saveurs Cantons-de-l’Est
These restaurants prioritize local producers and offer dishes made with regional ingredients, providing an authentic experience of the Eastern Township terroir.
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!
Slow Travel
Take the time to take your time in the Townships
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 order your free copies.
Updated on Oct 17, 2025
If you’re anything like us, you LOVE filling Christmas stockings with all kinds of surprises — and ideally, local ones! Here are 25 ideas that are sure to bring a smile to your loved ones’ faces.
Wellness
A fig extract lip balm from La Vallée du MoulinAll the benefits of nature packed into a single product: shea butter to moisturize, beeswax to protect, honey to soften, and of course, fig extract for skin elasticity and fragrance.
Wellness
A men’s soap duo from Asinerie Les Ânes en culotteHandmade with donkey milk and essential oils, these natural soaps offer wonderful moisturizing properties — perfect for the winter season!
Gourmet
Chocolates from the Musée du chocolat de BromontWhether it’s a handmade chocolate bar or a box of fine chocolates, you’re sure to delight whoever unwraps them.
Gourmet
A duo of small honey jars from Miellerie Lune de MielFor over 30 years, this local family business has been crafting delicious products using honey from their own bees..
Wellness
Bath salts from Savon des CantonsThere are a million things here you’ll want to slip into Christmas stockings (especially your own!). A wide range of products that nourish both body and soul, including their famous bath salts.
Crafts
A knitted mini alpaca from Alpagas SuttonIrresistible! Hand-knitted, these mini alpacas will delight both kids and adults. Made with a wool loop, they make perfect keychains or Christmas tree ornaments.
Gourmet
A blackcurrant jelly from Domaine Ives HillKnown for its unique blackcurrant products, Domaine Ives Hill offers a jelly that pairs perfectly with a variety of foods — croissants, meats, cheeses, and more.
Gourmet
A jar of peach spread from Abbaye Saint-Benoît-du-LacWhile the Abbey is well known for its (excellent) cheeses, other products made by the monks are worth mentioning too, like their delicious peach jam!
Unusual
A gift certificate for VéloVolant at Au Diable VertA magical spot in Glen Sutton, Au Diable Vert is a true gem for outdoor lovers and those seeking unique experiences — like the one-of-a-kind VéloVolant.
The products from this company have long been beloved and are always a great gift idea!
Crafts
A creation by Coralie Huckel, ceramic artistPure and delicate, with original design and a sense of harmony — the jewelry crafted by this talented artisan is simply stunning!
Artisanat
A gift card from Atelier TrémaDecor, jewelry, utensils, tableware… Everything made in this Bedford ceramic studio is simply too tempting! Beautiful, simple, well-crafted, and one of a kind.
Plein-Air
An L’EST GO cardSki the four main mountains in the Eastern Townships — Orford, Sutton, Bromont, and Owl’s Head — and save up to 34% off the regular ticket price. Yes, please!
Gourmet
A bottle of non-alcoholic gin from Cherry RiverBasil, juniper, blueberries, and other small fruits make up this delicious Quebecois drink — a fully refreshing, alcohol-free option! A perfect gift for the holiday season.
Wellness
Oneka beard oilWith notes of cedar and sage, this grooming oil is perfect for the bearded loved ones in your life!
Wellness
A treatment at one of the Eastern Townships spasThe region boasts more than a dozen spas — perfect places to unwind, recharge, and treat yourself… or someone you care about!
Wellness
A 10 ml eau de toilette from La Grange du ParfumeurWith fruity or musky accents, nuanced by hints of citrus, flowers, or cedar, the fragrances crafted by perfumer Alexandra Bachand are true olfactory gems.
Outdoor
A gift card from SépaqThe Eastern Townships are home to four national parks: Mont-Orford, Yamaska, Frontenac, and Mont-Mégantic. A gift card allows the recipient to purchase anything they like — park entry, passes, shop accessories, and more.
Crafts
Alpaca wool socksThe boutique at Domaine des Nobles Alpagas is full of high-quality products made from alpaca fiber — including their (very warm) pairs of socks!
Culture
Show tickets for the Vieux Clocher de MagogMario Jean, Katherine Levac, Dominic Paquet, Matthieu Pepper… the lineup for the coming months is truly inspiring!
Plein-Air
An annual membership card for Sentiers de l’EstrieAn annual card gives access to over 200 km of hiking trails across the region, along with discounts at select local businesses. Plus, your purchase helps support the maintenance of these beautiful trails.
Taste the Townships
Yule Log Cakes Made Right Here
Taste the Townships
During the Holidays, Welcome Your Guest With Local Flavours
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