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.
Once summer arrives in the Eastern Townships, people want to have fun in the great outdoors and during the month of June you can certainly do that! We have a ton of new gourmet experiences on offer, as well as activities you can enjoy on your own or with friends, to build memories that will linger for years…. Situated on the border of Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, the region is a mere 90 minutes’ drive from Montreal.
This summer, foodies will discover lots of new gourmet experiences to satisfy their sweet tooth and their taste buds – chefs who have recently moved to the Townships; bars featuring local brews; creative food producers and outings themed around the local produce and terroir.
For an intimate, gastronomic experience, try the table d'hôte menu at Huite5quatre or sample the wonderful cheeses from the Fromagerie La Station cheesemaker.
Planning to take a trip to our region with friends? Make sure you take a look at our guide on that very topic. It’s packed with great ideas that will help to make your stay a resounding success!
Seeking a new adventure? Ride along the trails in Frontenac National Park on a trusty steed from Winslow Ranch or whizz down the slopes of East Hereford on a mountain bike!
How about a “taste” of the Townships? Go « brunching » with your pals or meander along the Brome-Missisquoi Wine Route….
Is culture on your mind? Chapelle du Rang 1 near Lac-Mégantic has a great lineup of live entertainment.
There’s no shortage of ideas for having fun with your buddies! Rental cottages too, come in a variety of styles.
A popular region that offers a variety of outdoor pursuits, the Eastern Townships kicks off the month of June with endless activities – from hiking (on a wide network of trails) to watersports on our rivers and lakes (to name a fraction of what’s available).
Not only that, every year, the region comes up with a slew of new attractions and activities, tailormade for those love the great outdoors.
This summer, you’ll find a host of ready-to-camp accommodations offered by Sépaq (Yamaska and Frontenac National Parks) and Huttopia (Sutton). Visitors can also explore newly-created bike trails and circuits. Those who enjoy pedal power will find that a couple of places now display the Fièrement Vélo logo – an indication that an establishment offers services and information to cyclists.
To discover what’s new in the great outdoors, read our article and if you’re looking for a campsite, here are 15 suggestions:
“Slow travel” has become very popular in recent years, not just as a mode of getting from one place to another, but also as a state of mind. Travelling in a more meditative manner (in stark contrast to mass travel), taking in the sights and sounds of nature, is something that fits the Eastern Townships to a tee, given its picturesque landscapes and its multitude of bike trails.
During the month of June, why not tour around by bike - for a weekend or longer? Sample slow travel for yourself from the back of a saddle and stop along the way to sample the region’s culture, food and summer celebrations!
One of the most pleasant bike routes is the 235-km Véloroute Gourmande, which links Montreal to Sherbrooke. Some 130 gourmet stops are dotted along the route.
If you’re looking for somewhere to stay, book into one of our 6 ready-to-camp accommodations, which, like slow travel itself, are becoming very popular with tourists seeking a vacation with a difference!
When June’s mild, sunny weather rolls around, golf aficionadas head for the greens! There are 11 golf courses in the Eastern Townships and they offer different challenges and settings. Some are surrounded by mountains. Others are situated close to a city and a number offer panoramic views over water. Even on a golf course, the region’s natural beauty reigns supreme!
So whether you’re a novice golfer or an expert, you’re sure to find a course that suits your skill level. Take a look at our golf-themed page, highlighting packages that include attractions and above-average accommodation.
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