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.
Family outing
101 km
11 stops
3 days
Small and tall alike, there’s no age limit to having fun at Granby’s Motion Parc évolutif! In this training centre, you’ll be able to practise a wide range of fun sports activities such as the Parkour, the Ninja Warrior and the Airbag. In this new concept sports centre, you don’t need to be a technical expert to come and have fun.
Go from module to module, jump on giant airbags or test your agility playing a giant interactive video game. Here, even the little ones have access to a specially adapted, safe area to have fun.
If you’re visiting Granby or the surrounding area, a visit to the Zoo de Granby is a must in the Townships. Welcoming animals from the four corners of the world, how can you resist the piercing gaze of a Snow Leopard or the surprising attitude of a two-toed sloth?
As you follow the well-marked pathways, you’ll meet the many residents of the Zoo de Granby, 25% of them having an endangered species status in the wild. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn more about these animals while enjoying a unique close-up experience.
When Poland meets Québec in the culinary arts, we promise you, it’s worth the trip! Surprising as it may seem, this unexpected culinary fusion is the specialty of Granby’s Bistro Kapzak.
Whether it’s tapas to share or a gourmet table d’hôte, adapt your order to your appetite and your curiosity.
Travel to Europe for a night simply by staying in a room at Granby’s Hôtel Saint-Christophe. From the outside, the hotel’s European architecture and view overlooking the lake are sure to capture your heart! Inside, the renovated rooms, with their perfect blend of modern details and furniture styled after European castles, create a comfortable and inspiring atmosphere. An absolute must: the Nordic spa and the Bistro Picollo restaurant!
Your day will get off to a great start in Bromont. We’ve got just what you’re looking for! The only one of its kind in Québec, the Centre national de cyclisme de Bromont invites you to try your hand at track cycling in its brand new indoor velodrome. Quickly build up your speed and take to the track lap after lap!
Every Sunday, Le Roux (restaurant, wine bar, snack bar and wine cellar) hosts its famous New York-style Sunday Brunch, featuring oysters and bubbles. It’s all about gathering, sharing and eating local! On the menu, you’ll find food mainly from within a 50 km radius and the rest is sourced from across Québec. So any reason is good to treat yourself. And after your morning workout, a hearty plate of food is just what you need to recharge your batteries. Enjoy the duck bacon, the mirror eggs, the hummus with grilled aubergines, the salmon gravlax and anything else you fancy.
In the afternoon, it’s time to relax! While Bromont is renowned for its varied and accessible range of sports activities, the town also boasts being the venue for Québec’s largest spa domain and natural oasis. Nestled in the mountains and overlooking Lake Gale, find your way to BALNEA spa & réserve thermale and enjoy their new infinity hot tub.
Surrounded by silence, from the panoramic view of one of the four saunas, open your eyes to the world around you. Between the hot tubs and hammams, the cold water basins and the recovery areas, everything here is an invitation to recharge your batteries and relax.
Head out for a late afternoon stroll through the heart of Bromont’s old village. At the front of Shefford Street, the wooden terrace that catches your eye is none other than that of Le Chardo, a restaurant and wine bar offering a contemporary cuisine and, as they like to call it, wild!
The food served here comes almost exclusively from our lakes and forests or from our producers.
What better way to end your Bromont excursion than with a relaxing night in a hotel? At the foot of Mount Brome, the Château Bromont opens its doors to you for a chic and cozy stay. Here, in addition to its excellent restaurant and thermal spa, you can choose to try your hand at golf or simply head out for a walk.
Right next door to Balnea spa & réserve thermale, the rooms, studios and apartments of Hôtel Beatnik hold many surprises for its visitors. A cross between hotel accommodations and cottage rentals, the Beatnik aims to offer a very authentic gathering place. A true must!
It’s the perfect time to visit the beautiful vineyards of the Eastern Townships! By car, from Bromont, follow La Route des Vins. of the Brome-Missisquoi region towards Sutton. Along the way, don't miss the opportunity to stop at one of the four vineyards (out of 22) that make up the Sutton-Lac-Brome axis.
Make the most of your stay in the Townships for one last night. For a night in the heart of nature, Huttopia Sutton campground invites you to stay in peaceful ready-to-camp accommodations in the middle of the forest. All you’ll need to do is look up and admire the celestial canopy!
In the heart of the town, the 20th-century Victorian residence lodging the charming boutique hotel Le Pleasant is an excellent destination to return to, once you’ve finished contemplating the starry sky.
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