Treat yourself to massages, body treatments, Nordic baths and other sensory delights.
THINGS TO DO
Your Townships adventure starts here.
Spa & Wellness
Treat yourself to massages, body treatments, Nordic baths and other sensory delights.
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Let your imagination run free at galleries, theatres, museums and workshops.
Shopping
Scour our markets, boutiques and other hidden gems to score incredible finds.
Restaurants
All are sure to please even the most discerning of palates. Bon appétit!
Events
Discover our cultural vitality with a wide range of special events.
Skiing
To each mountain its experience! Skiing or snowboarding, you will love hitting the slopes, whichever the ski resort you will vote for!
Snowshoeing
Explore our great outdoor spaces at your own beat. Let yourself be charmed by our landscapes. And breathe!
Cross-country Skiing
Cross-country skiing in the Townships … at your pace and your level!
Fatbike
Discover our numerous trails as you enjoy pedalling on the snow.
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
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.
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.
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
Snowshoeing, skiing, fatbiking, tube sliding... Without a doubt, all outdoor enthusiasts are sure to find something to do here!
Wellness Experiences and Spas
Let us help you take care of yourself.
Slow Travel
Take the time to take your time in the Townships
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 Apr 3, 2024
This summer, you must find some time for these Eastern Townships discoveries! Here are 8 of them you’re sure to enjoy.
By Marie-Claude Masse
It’s the perfect time to head out and explore a village where you’ve never been to before. Here’s an idea, select a town among our Cœurs villageois network. These are 11 villages, proud representatives of the Townships, that truly stand out by what they offer you.
Travelling on some of the most beautiful roads in the Eastern Townships, as you look out onto impressive mountains and majestic lakes! Now here’s an idea that will revitalize your spirit! The Route des Sommets will offer you all this, and much more as you enter the first international dark sky reserve, the Réserve internationale de ciel étoilé.
Here’s another activity that is becoming more and more popular! Of course, we’re talking about ornithology! And you’ll find a panoply of places to enjoy bird-watching: Île du Marais, Burbank Pond, the Réservoir de Martinville, the Centre d'interprétation de la nature du lac Boivin… To your binoculars everyone!
Another great outing this year includes the Têtes Fromagères Circuit, that will have you discover 14 cheesemakers spread throughout our region. Whether you’re a raw cheese lover, or if you prefer either goat, refined or curd cheeses, here you’ll find them all when you offer yourself this gourmet adventure!
You’re not insensitive to the charm of ancestral homes, period mansions, historical museums, Victorian houses and grand hotels? Then our Beautiful Vintage Homes Route will have you discover them in all their splendour. This heritage circuit will quite impress you.
Are you curious to visit a bookstore and an opera house that are also located in Vermont? One great way to visit this territory is to visit the Haskell Free Library & Opera House in Stanstead. The Canada-U.S. border literally passes right in the middle of the building! Even Barack Obama has talked about it!
This year is the perfect time to start savouring cuisine brought to us from around the world. Plus, you’ll find so many good restaurants in our region for our taste buds to enjoy! Whether you’re thinking about Indian Cuisine (Chez moi chez toi, Masala Café…), Middle East menus (Persepolis, Chich Taouk…), Asian dishes (Kokkaku Ramen, Ikura Sushi…) and many others, the choices are almost endless when it comes to having your stomach travel the world!
Starting in May, you’ll be able to enjoy exploring the charming villages and magnificent landscapes of the Eastern Townships that inspired author Louise Penny to create Three Pines. This fictional village is quite real in her literary world! Offer yourself a visit that unfolds over 5 chapters in this guided tour which includes a storyteller, transportation, all entrance fees, plus a few delicious bites. When fiction meets reality …
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