Treat yourself to massages, body treatments, Nordic baths and other sensory delights.
This adventure cycling route of over 230 km is completed as a three-day loop and is designed for experienced riders. Well suited for bikepacking, the itinerary combines country roads, long gravel sections, and a few bike path segments, for a total elevation gain of around 3,000 m. Daily stages range from 65 to 85 km and cross the regions of Brome-Missisquoi, Granby, and Val-Saint-François. Between sustained climbs, quiet backroads, and agricultural landscapes, this technical route offers a solid sporting challenge while leaving plenty of opportunities for gourmet stops and overnight stays in nature.
Starting point: Mont SUTTON
68 Chem. Réal Sutton, QC J0E 2K0 Canada
Departing from Sutton, this first day of cycling takes you to Yamaska National Park on a route of about 85 km. The itinerary crosses some of the Eastern Townships’ most iconic landscapes, with the Sutton, Brome, and Shefford mountains as a backdrop, while remaining accessible for riders in good shape. The route alternates between gravel roads and smoother bike path sections, including the well-known Estriade of the Yamaska Cycling Network. Along the way, several gourmet stops are worth the detour: a morning coffee at Pleasant Hôtel & Café, lunch at N Latte in Bromont, a tasting at Cidrerie Autour de la Pomme, or a craft beer at La Ferme, a rural brewery. At the end of the day, set up camp at the Parc national de la Yamaska, certified Bienvenue cyclistes, offering well-adapted campsites, lake access, and a bike path leading directly to the site.
This second cycling day offers a roughly 66 km loop around the Choinière Reservoir, with slightly more rolling terrain than the previous day. Leaving Yamaska National Park, you complete the northern section of the circuit before joining the country roads of the Val-Saint-François—a playground well loved by gravel cycling enthusiasts. The route alternates between quiet backroads and rural lanes, including a superb viewpoint of Mount Orford from 9th Rang Ouest. A strategic stop at the general store Chez Duff is ideal for restocking supplies, before continuing on to Fromagerie de la Nouvelle-France in Racine, known for its renowned artisanal cheeses. Although a long paved section is required to reach the final stop, the effort is rewarded with a restful night at Laö Cabines, where you can pitch your tent or stay in eco-friendly cabins surrounded by nature.
For this final day of the Gravelée des Saveurs, get ready to ride about 84 km on a route shaped by a series of climbs and descents that will truly test your legs. This last stage crosses charming rural roads and beautiful gravel sections, offering one final chance to enjoy the landscapes of the Eastern Townships. In Racine, recharge at Au cœur du pain bakery with a croissant or fresh bread to tuck into your bags. Further along, a well-earned stop awaits at La Knowlton Co., a friendly microbrewery known for its craft beers and generous pizzas. Back in Sutton, you complete this 230+ km circuit with nearly 3,000 m of elevation gain in style at Auberge Sutton Brouërie—the perfect place to celebrate the adventure over a well-deserved cold beer.
