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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.
Published on Jun 21, 2022
Are you tired of exercising your dog by throwing them a ball? Why not try canicross, a sport that has you run in tandem with man/woman’s best friend that has been growing in popularity? It’s also another way for you to discover the trail networks of the Eastern Townships.
By Simon Diotte
Twelve years ago, Geneviève Baril had a problem. Luna, her husky breed dog, had an overwhelming amount of energy. So much so that her furry friend wouldn’t answer her orders. “I was looking for a way to manage her impulsiveness and being already a runner, I opted for trying canicross. Right away, Luna loved it,” explains the 41-year-old Bromont citizen.
At the time, canicross, a sport where runners are pulled by their dog, was still rather unknown in Québec. “We were two or three to practise this sport in Québec.” Geneviève Baril remembers. The special equipment, including a dog’s traction harness, a belt for the dog’s companion and a flexible bungee-type longe, were mainly imported from Europe.
In order to get better acquainted with the sport, Geneviève Baril established Sirius Sport Canins, a company she based in Bromont. In addition to providing dog dressage courses, Sirius provides harness sports training, which includes canicross, bikejoring and skijoring, in the form of private lessons, guided workshops and group outings.
The great thing about canine sports is that they can be practised with any breed of dog. “A small dog won’t pull as much, but the feeling of being in communion with your partner is the same,” says Geneviève Baril. In fact, last April, she participated in the Canicross World Championships, held in Plédran, France, with her greyster, Miles. The duo finished 5th in their category.
Besides developing a symbiotic relationship with your dog, canicross allows you to reach speeds that would be unattainable on your own. “We run 20 to 25% faster with a dog. With a high-performance breed, it almost becomes an extreme sport, with speeds of 20 km to 25 km/h,” our canicrosser explains.
Where can you go canicrossing? On any trail that accepts our best four-legged friends. “Bromont is a canine sports paradise, since dogs are allowed almost everywhere, except in the Gale Lake network for conservation reasons,” she adds.
Mount Oak is her favourite local trail network. “The trails aren’t too steep nor are they too technical. It’s a really nice place to get started,” she says. For some elevation gain, she goes to the Parc des Sommets to conquer Mount Bernard and Mount Horizon, which are located on the outer edges of Mount Brome.
When she wants a change of scenery, Geneviève heads off with one of her six dogs to the Parc National de la Yamaska. Here, the runner loves taking the La Forestière trail, an easy 5.5 km loop that winds through a very diverse forest. “It’s a perfect destination for beginners, because the trail is wide and easy,” says our expert.
For a more challenging run, she takes her four-legged partner to the Sentier Riverain North Missisquoi Network, accessible through Eastman’s Parc-nature. This path, set alongside the North Missisquoi River, will take you all the way to Saint-Étienne-de-Bolton, about ten kilometres from the trailhead. “It’s a rustic trail, full of roots and rocks, which is a good technical challenge. It’s also rarely used. With our dogs, we don’t disturb anyone,” she explains.
Are you ready to join these canicrossers’ pack?
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