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.
Tables Champêtres
A unique gastronomic experience in the heart of the region.
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 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.
Outings with Friends
Gather your crew for a memorable getaway in the Townships!
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!
Blogs and articles
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.
Brome-Missisquoi
Published on Sept 6, 2023
When you’re travelling, getting lost can sometimes be a good thing. You meet unexpected people, discover unusual landscapes, sample new flavours and, at the end of the day, you realize that these “unexpected” moments most often end up being the greatest rewards you take away from your getaway.
So, while by definition it’s impossible to predict these chance moments, you can still create your own luck by getting lost in the right place: the Brome-Missisquoi region in the Eastern Townships (just 1 hour from Montréal)! This peaceful haven of greenery and culinary delights is the perfect destination for those who want to leave a little room for some surprising, natural experiences during their vacation getaway.
Follow one of the many heritage trails in the Brome-Missisquoi region and discover all the treasures preserved over time which make this region so very unique. For example, why not head out to explore the Stanbridge East area! Take a leisurely stroll through the heart of the town, along the Rivière aux Brochets (Pike River). From the old Hodge General Store to the Cornell Mill, immerse yourself in the fascinating story of the people and businesses which have shaped the region’s history over the last 200 years. Then visit the nearby hamlet of Mystic, where you’ll find the Walbridge Dodecagonal Barn, the only one of its kind in Canada.
The perfect venue to complete your trip back through time is by visiting the Old Mill Space. This restaurant, also part market-garden farm and inn, welcomes you inside a brick wall and wooden ceiling setting to enjoy a meal combining gastronomy and archaeology. As you sample their dishes made with 100% local and seasonal ingredients, your taste buds will explore the flavours of bygone years as well as those of today. You’ll gradually be able to reconnect with time after this heritage tour.
Nestled between hills, vineyards and mountains, the Brome-Missisquoi region is brimming with farms, craftspeople and producers who are the pride of its residents. So, when you’re out and about in these agricultural lands, get into the local spirit and meet the men and women who, on a daily basis, bring this territory so dear to their hearts to life. Marvel at their know-how and taste their products ... they have so much to teach us!
Orchards, vineyards, cheese factories, distilleries, microbreweries, goat farms and much more can all be found along the way. And by taking the time to talk to these local personalities, you’ll come to realize that here, life follows its course in all its purest and most essential facets.
At the end of the day, after you’ve had a last glimpse of the sun’s rays highlighting the beauty of the Brome-Missisquoi landscape, end your immersive experience in the region with an amazing night’s sleep.
Nestled in the woods, the unusual accommodations of Au Diable Vert’s mountain resort and the charming ready-to-camp accommodations of Huttopia Sutton will allow you to admire a magnificently star-filled sky. Breathe in the fragrant night air, close your eyes and let the natural rhythm of the Brome-Missisquoi region lull you to sleep. If you’ve lost your way, you’ll always find yourself here.
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