A passionate getaway
LAURENTIANSNorth of Montréal, Québec, Canada
DISCOVER the history and heritage SAVOUR the local gastronomy EXPLORE the great outdoors STAY with expert hosts RELISH each season DETACH and recharge A world of discovery only a stone’s throw away ou might still hear them referred breathtaking landscapes and experiences And just as many reasons to disconnect to as the “Pays d’en-Haut,” or in the great outdoors, only 45 minutes and make the most of life solo, with simply “the North.” For Quebecers from the city. It’s no secret that the region friends, family, or your special someone. Yand Montrealers in particular, the Lau- has all the ingredients for a perfect vaca- The locals know how to have a good time. rentians are synonymous with a close- tion: unparalleled national and regional Inspired by a passion for their incredible to-home getaway. The beauty of the parks, world-class winter sports resorts, homeland, the art of welcoming visitors Laurentians and the commitment of a a staggering selection of year-round has become their sixth sense. Hand over few pioneers have made the region the activities and holiday resorts, outfitters, your stay to them, and we’re willing to bet go-to destination to satisfy a need for cultural discoveries, gastronomic pitstops... that you’ll fall in love with the Laurentians.
SUMMARY
04 HISTORY & HERITAGE 14 OUTDOOR 21 WINTER 29 THRILL-SEEKERS The Laurentian road tells ACTIVITIES A warm embrace from WANTED its own tale Anything is possible! the cold! Where the adrenaline Travel back in time on the Route Take part in a host of summer Discover the winter magic gets going des Belles-Histoires activities of the Laurentians Adventure knows no bounds in the true north 08 LOCAL CUISINE 17 HOLIDAY RESORTS 25 SKIING & WINTER & PRODUCTS Hosting: Where art and SPORTS 31 WELLBEING Flavours of the Laurentian tradition meet A tale of pioneers Recharging has never been so easy! landscape Choosing the ultimate and passion Relax at a spa or yoga studio Treat yourself to a gastronomic road summer spots Discover the trails and slopes trip on the Chemin du Terroir in white gold country 32 FESTIVALS & EVENTS 19 OUTFITTERS An electrifying schedule 11 NATURE Home away from home 27 HYPERACTIVE of events Fun-filled parks in the at Mother Nature’s WINTER Take part in the region’s must-see events outdoors Entrust local forest innkeepers The joys of the white season Get away from your everyday in with your overnight stay Experience the wintery outdoors 33 ADDRESS BOOK national and regional parks in all its forms Useful links and contacts
QUÉBEC LE MAG Laurentians Tourist Magazine edited by: Photos General Director, Tourism Laurentians (unless Information Bureau Les Éditions Neopol France Project Coordinator otherwise specified) Tel.: 450-224-7007 SARL with a capital of 22,500 Euros. Audrey Lorans-Garbay info-tourisme@laurentides.com Manager: Audrey Lorans-Garbay Cover photos [email protected] © Tourism Laurentians and Jean-Marie Bernard © Barrons-nous General Director RCS Dijon B789158888 Editorial Manager Diane Leblond 2, allée du Clos du Roy David Lang In collaboration with Marketing Director 21380 Messigny-et-Vantoux, France [email protected] TOURISM LAURENTIANS Manon Lefebvre Tel.: 03 80 44 91 00 14 142, de la Chapelle Street, International www.quebeclemag.com Artistic Direction, Mirabel, Quebec J7J 2C8 Tour & Travel Graphic Design Tel.: 450-436-8532 representative Printing Grand National Studio Fax: 450-436-5309 Fabienne Hervé Marquis [email protected] www.laurentians.com [email protected] www.marquisbook.com
laurentiANs 03 The Laurentian road
In Old-Saint-Eustache, HISTORY & HERITAGE murals narrate the region’s history. tells its own tale
04 History & heritage LAURENTIANs 05 Former train stations make for present-day scenic pitstops along Le P’tit Train du Nord linear park.
A centenarian on the Rivière du Diable: Prud’homme covered bridge in Brébeuf.
A road trip through the Laurentians is nothing short of spectacular, with several sites telling the epic tale of the “Pays d’en-Haut” along the way. Take the back roads of the Route des Belles-Histoires Skiing and railroad, catalysts for a journey back in time. of the region’s development. TEXT David Lang PHOTOS Tourism Laurentians (unless otherwise specified)
veritable northern conquest, the history of development in learn that the very first chairlift in North America was built in the Laurentians inspires passion, with its defining periods THE ROUTE DES BELLES-HISTOIRES the Laurentians! Along the Route des Belles-Histoires, art is Aand characters, lumberjacks and trappers, pathfinders and FEATURES HERITAGE SITES AND also used as a medium to showcase the region. In Sainte- pioneers of the tourism industry... Curé Labelle was one of them. Adèle, the Murales des Pays-d’en-Haut circuit presents a An officiant at Saint-Jérôme parish, the so-called “King of the MUSEUMS OVER NEARLY 280 KM. dozen murals signed by Quebec artists and inspired by stories North” implemented a massive plan to colonize the Laurentians and legends. Smartphone in hand, this open-air gallery takes th Oka Abbey in the XIX century in an effort to counter French-Canadian ANECDOTES AND A PAGE OUT OF HISTORY an hour to discover, as visitors collect videos and information in its haven of greenery. emigration to the United States, particularly by supporting Some stops, like old P’tit Train du Nord stations (see page about the works – an interactive circuit that is also available via construction of the railroad that serves the region from Montreal. 16), bring moments in history to life through short films. the BaladoDécouverte app. Visitors can even opt for a horse- A legendary figure, whose history is documented in a museum- Other stops exhibit collections that showcase historical sagas, drawn carriage tour in summertime! n An abbaye takes on new life like space in the entrance of Saint-Jérôme cathedral. It’s one of the such as the Laurentian Ski Museum, installed over 30 years first pitstops along the Route des Belles-Histoires which, ending ago in an old fire station in Saint-Sauveur. The exhibition In February 2009, the last monks left the Oka Abbey’s old chapel, and large refectory to settle into a new monastery. Dating back to the early in Mont-Laurier, covers 280 km and connects approximately sixty consists of 3,500 items, photos, and videos that demonstrate FOLLOW THE LEADER! XXth century, impressive stone buildings that housed Cistercian monks tourist stops, themed museums, religious sites (see the spotlight), the effect of the Laurentians in developing winter sports, Prepare to travel back in time with an interactive now serve a new purpose, sometimes as the set of films or television and heritage sites. A unique way of acquainting visitors with the and vice-versa. Naturally, Laurentian skiing has its heroes, map, available at routedesbelleshistoires.com shows, other times by hosting visitors for the night. The ideal location region’s cities and villages, mountains, valleys, and river banks, like the pioneer known as Jack Rabbit (see page 25), or Émile and as a smartphone download. Once on site, simply follow for a tranquil stay, with 35 km of cycling and hiking trails nearby, as well with scenic viewpoints on demand. Cochant, who founded the first ski school in 1911. You’ll also the blue signposts. as a store to stock up on delicious local products.
06 History & heritage LAURENTIANs 07 Visit a sugar shack during sugar season.
TAKE A BITE OUT OF THESE PIT STOPS The Saint-Eustache sector, where the old city is a gem to discover, Near Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, the locals know how to make the has no shortage of options: La Magie de la Pomme and its Bistro most of the fruit harvest. Find out how at the one-of-a-kind Les La Dent Sucrée is a family-friendly food stop that connects farm Vergers Lafrance Cider House, or by visiting Verger Richard to table. For more sweet cuisine, Quebec soul food is on the menu Legault Orchard, with its rustic menu and charming boutique. at Cabane à sucre Constantin, unless you prefer to discover Flavours of the Other must-sees: La Bullerie, a vineyard that specializes in the nearby Vignoble Rivière du Chêne Winery, where guided sparkling wine, Vignoble et Microbrasserie Les Vents d’Ange, tours are enhanced with tastings of small wonders like the Cuvée home to a squash interpretation centre, and Tarterie du Verger glacée des Laurentides (late grape harvests such as ice wine), LaurentianLOCAL CUISINE AND landscape PRODUCTS des Musiques for something sweet. not to mention the Wine and Tapas evenings and dinner menu. Something is brewing Working up an appetite along the Route des Belles-Histoires? in the Laurentians! The region’s cuisine has the solution. Traditional foods and creative Over a dozen microbreweries-pubs offer authentic beers which can be savoured artisans aplenty, the Laurentians set the stage for a culinary road trip, on site, often accompanied by local featuring delectable agritourist and gastronomic detours. Laurentian products. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to locate the pint of your dreams: Microbrasserie alling all foodies, epicures, and lovers of artisanal goods: houses, smokehouses, sugar shacks, microbreweries, and Les Vents d’Ange in Saint-Joseph-du-Lac, the Laurentians is a veritable amusement park for your apiaries at each leg of the road trip. Along the way, the Les Brasseurs du Nord in Blainville and Ctaste buds. Here, the great flavour wheel takes the form pastoral side of the Laurentians is visible through its valleys, Microbrasserie Dieu du Ciel! in Saint- of a 226-km marked circuit through the breathtaking country- water expanses, and country roads, not to mention the number Jérôme, Microbrasserie Le Baril Roulant side of the southwest Laurentians. Take the Chemin du Terroir of cultural or patrimonial discoveries, like Argenteuil Regional in Val-David, Microbrasserie Saint- to meet with some of the regions most renowned food producers. Museum or Moulin Légaré (oldest mill) in Old Saint-Eustache. Arnould or Microbrasserie La Diable You’ll need a large basket for all the orchards, vineyards, cider All aboard? in Mont-Tremblant. Cheers!
08 LOCAL CUISINE AND PRODUCTS LAURENTIANs 09 A warm welcome and local flavours at Val-David market.
ON THE CHEMIN DU TERROIR, EVERY ENCOUNTER IS PLEASING TO BOTH THE EYE AND THE SOUL. A VERITABLE CHALLENGE FOR THE EPICURE!
in Saint-Jérôme, either, a must-see to appreciate the know-how of the region’s artisanal brewers (also see the spotlight). Let all your senses come to life at thematic gardens along the Route des Gerbes d’Angelica and at Jardins Michel Corbeil. On the outskirts of the Chemin du Terroir, several attractions serve as a gateway to even more products, such as Maison Lavande, culture et parfumerie in Saint-Eustache, which, aside from its perfumes and products for the body and home, offers visitors a boutique full of unexpected delicacies. Further north, reach Ferme-Neuve and visit Miels d’Anicet, where passionate creatives offer up an impressive range For a sugar shack experience that feels like home, head to Oka of organic products from their beehives. The phenomenal and for Au Gré des Saisons, where you can take a tour of the kettle highly educational site will entertain both your brain and your taste and sit down to a traditional meal served at a rustic table and buds. Several gourmet boutiques put the final touches on the serenaded by a folk singer. Oka is also home to the Labonté de Laurentian gastronomic picture, like the largest chocolate factory la Pomme Apple Shack: ciders, juices, 100% natural honey, as in the region, ChocoStyle, in Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré (master well as a variety of maple products including a house specialty, chocolatier and specialty products store). And don’t forget to take a layered waffle with Oka cheese, and an absurd selection of a tour of the farmer’s markets that come to life during summer homemade pastries. Visitors can even go for a tractor ride! weekends, like the Val-David or the Mont-Tremblant markets. Sit back and let the region’s restaurateurs work their magic. An easy AUTHENTICITY AND ORIGINALITY task, with the boundless gastronomic options in the Laurentians Naturally, local cheese-tasting is a must in the Laurentians, like at (continued on the following pages). Bon appétit! n Les Fromagiers de la Table Ronde in Sainte-Sophie, but the region is also home to less-expected discoveries like in Mirabel where, in Parc régional Kiamika: a canoe-camping paradise. addition to the passionate beekeepers at Intermiel, an artisanal FOLLOW THE LEADER! butcher operates a traditional smokehouse at Boucannerie Belle- To plan your culinary road trip on the Chemin du Terroir Rivière. And don’t forget to stop by Microbrasserie Dieu du Ciel! des Laurentides, head to cheminduterroir.com
- In Grenville-sur-la-Rouge: - In Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac- - In Lac-Supérieur: Le Rustique Shall we sit down? Hôtel du Lac Carling – Masson: Café O’ Marguerites. Bar & Restaurant Restaurant Ayers. - In Estérel: Estérel Resort – Rok - In Mont-Tremblant: Laurentian chefs have harnessed - In Saint-Jérôme: Microbrasserie Restaurant, Bistro à Champlain. Microbrasserie Saint-Arnould, An intimate encounter their strong personalities and the Dieu du Ciel!, Le Buffet des - In Sainte-Adèle: Hôtel Spa Restaurant Patrick Bermand, winds of innovation to produce Continents. Mont-Gabriel – L’Ambroisie, sEb L’Artisan Culinaire, Fairmont their local menus. Visitors are - In Saint-Hippolyte: Auberge du Restaurant Donalda, Les Têtes Tremblant – Axe lounge and spoiled for choice with a culinary Lac Morency – Chez Hippolyte. de Cochon Choux Gras Brasserie Culinaire, with naturalEXPLORE THE REGION’S expanses PARKS offering that is just as tasty as it - In Saint-Sauveur: Restaurant - In Val-David: La Table des Casino de Mont-Tremblant is diversified. Our selection of Bâton Rouge, Maestro, Hôtel Gourmets, Le Rusé Renard – Altitude Seafood and Grill - go-to spots for foodies. Manoir Saint-Sauveur – Le M Bistro, Auberge-microbrasserie lounge, Le Grand Lodge Mont- - In Oka: Labonté de la Pomme Steak moderne, Restaurant Le Baril Roulant, Au Petit Poucet, Tremblant – Chez Borivage, The accessibility and richness of its natural heritage make Apple Shack, a maple-themed La tablée and Le Boudoir bar Auberge du Vieux Foyer. Hôtel Quintessence – Restaurant apple shack. lounge, Le Saint-Sau Pub - In Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts: La Quintessence & Winebar. the Laurentian region a must-see to discover the magic - In Saint-Joseph-du-Lac: Vignoble Gourmand, T-Bar 70 – Resto Restaurant La Tour du Lac, - In Ferme-Neuve: Village of Quebec landscapes. Start out by walking the green carpet et Microbrasserie Les Vents d’Ange Après-Ski. Brasserie Les 2 Richard. Windigo – Les Berges du Windigo. of national and regional parks.
10 LOCAL CUISINE AND PRODUCTS LAURENTIANs 11 Parks in the Laurentians are often the site of several wildlife encounters.
Choose your own adventure in the breathtaking Boreal landscapes at Parc régional landscapes of Parc national du Mont-Tremblant. de la Montagne du Diable.
Starry nights at Parc régional du Poisson Blanc.
La Chute du Diable Via ferrata at Parc national The twists and turns of the Diable, at Parc national du Mont-Tremblant. du Mont-Tremblant. in Parc national du Mont-Tremblant.
irst Nations peoples, who lived on the shores of the Saint- OF SAND AND HISTORY old!) and its four summits, the highest of which reaches 783 m, has Lawrence River nearly 4,000 years before our time, hunted THE LAURENTIANS HARBOUR AN Even closer to Montreal, Parc National d’Oka lures visitors with been a protected nature reserve since 2012, animated by nature the lush forests of this untouched territory. Today, with its OUTSTANDING DIVERSITY OF LAND- its diversity, concentrated over 24 km2. Its main attraction is an enthusiasts. In Rivière-Rouge, Parc régional Kiamika, which opened F 2 massive forest cover, hilly landscapes, and some 9,000 lakes incomparable sand beach on the shores of Lake of Two Mountains, in 2013, is home to a massive water expanse measuring 60 km with, and rivers, the simplicity of nature in the Laurentians continues SCAPES, NATURAL ENVIRONMENTS, where sunny days lend themselves to a host of aquatic activities. at its core, two large islands and several islets. The preserved territory to amaze Mother Nature’s biggest fans. Immerse yourself in WILDLIFE, AND PLANTS. History and heritage enthusiasts can take the Calvaire d’Oka is home to a biodiversity reserve and an ancestral forest. A level the treasured and diverse scenery, environments, wildlife and trail, where crosses built between 1740 and 1742 by Natives up on open-air conservatories, all of these spaces lend themselves nature within the vast protected park territory. one of the largest rivers in the region, or experience its and Sulpician priests lead to three immaculate chapels and a to countless activities (see the following pages). n spectacular via ferrata. The La Diable sector also provides access belvedere, ending 152 m above the Saint Lawrence Valley. A MOUNTAIN OF DISCOVERIES to the Discovery Centre, which showcases the park’s natural The region features two national parks and eight regional parks, and cultural heritage. Equipped with an amphitheatre, it hosts ENCHANTING REGIONAL PARKS Did you know? not counting its vast wildlife reserves. Parc national du Mont- educational evenings (about beavers or black bears, for Nature in the Laurentians is filled with treasures, hidden throughout The emblem of Parc national du Mont-Tremblant is a wolf, but have 2 Tremblant, spanning 1,510 km , is the largest, oldest, and one example). The impressive view over Lake Monroe is sure to make its regional parks. A water expanse 25 km in length, parsed with over you heard of the coywolf? The species is a descendent of the eastern of the most renowned parks in Quebec: a paradise for amateur you want to attempt the La Corniche hike (1.5 hours), for an even 80 untouched islands – some of which can be rented – is a defining wolf and the coyote. It is believed that, in Quebec, over 12% of coyotes fishers, hikers, and canoers, where visitors can tackle la Diable, more spectacular viewpoint. feature of Poisson Blanc, while Montagne du Diable (4 billion years and 37% of wolves are hybrids.
12 NATURE LAURENTIANs 13 Rafting on the Rivière Rouge.
Fatbiking in Mont-Tremblant. Via ferrata.
or hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, or even wildlife and nature interpretation, the Laurentians’ national A PEACEFUL GETAWAY OR Fand regional parks offer a variety of options. For example, the ADRENALINE RUSH? YOU DECIDE network of hiking trails at Parc national du Mont-Tremblant span 82 km, allowing for all types of hiking. Parc régional Montagne IN THE LAURENTIANS. du Diable, for its part, has 80 km of walking trails, 25 km of forget outfitters: they have a lot more than fishing to offer on mountain biking trails, and a superb canoe-kayaking circuit. the Laurentians’ lakes and rivers (see page 20).
ALL ABOARD! SPRING INTO ACTION AnythingOUTDOOR is ACTIVITIES possible! Hop in a canoe, sea kayak, stand-up paddle board, or rabaska, a Are you a thrill-seeker? In the Laurentians, outdoor experts large Algonquin canoe, to explore Parc régional Kiamika. Other have a surprise in store for you. In their summer form, Sommets nautical activities can be discovered on-site with Aventures Saint-Sauveur and Tremblant ski resorts provide their share of Kiamika. Need more water? Experience it in peace with a cruise excitement in the form of water games and luge rides. For a Jeep Family activities or mind-blowing outings? In the Laurentians, on the magnificent Lac des Sables with Croisières Alouette, or trek, an ATV ride, wakeboard or water-skiing adventure, head to hyperactive nature enthusiasts have found their go-to. Simply for a more sporty experience, take on the Rivière Rouge rapids Aventures Plein Air St-Hippolyte. Maximizing thrills on a bike while summarizing the excitement is a challenge! in Argenteuil, thanks to the expertise of New World Rafting. For minimizing exertion is possible thanks to D-Tour’s electrically- a fun kayak adventure on the Rivière du Nord in Val-David, or assisted bikes, which will carry you through spectacular bike paths on the Rivière du Diable in Mont-Tremblant, the company À starting from Mont-Tremblant, an especially valued sector for l’Abordage, which recently added stand-up paddle boarding mountain bikers. The ultimate Laurentian cycling adventure lies Saint-Jérôme.(SUP) to its activities, is the place to go. Most importantly, don’t in the P’tit Train du Nord cycle path (see the spotlight).
14 outdoor activities LAURENTIANs 15 The P'tit Train du Nord, a large linear park Active since 1996, Le P’tit Train du Nord linear park follows an old railroad from Bois-des-Filion to the south, to Mont-Laurier to the north of the region. The 232-km cycle path, recognized by National Megazipline in Mont-Tremblant. Geographic, makes for the longest linear park in Canada. From spring to fall, this section of the Route verte no. 2 and the Great Trail welcomes bicycle tourists from around the world. A gentle circuit, it alternates between total nature and rest stops, where renowned and nostalgic stations of the old railroad-turned-service points, present the region’s history. From inn to inn with baggage transportation... a dream getaway! linear-park.com
Hosting: Where art REACHING NEW HEIGHTS Experience the via ferrata at Parc national du Mont-Tremblant and in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts with Tyroparc. But when it and traditionHOLIDAY RESORTS meet comes to vertigo, there’s even more: ziplines! One of Canada’s highest is located at the adventure park Tyroparc. What’s more, head to Ziptrek Ecotours Tremblant for a guaranteed adrena- line rush and its incredible circuit of five ziplines, starting from With a destination like the Laurentians, you can sleep easy the top of Mont-Tremblant. The passionate Centre d’activités before your getaway has even begun. Why? The region offers nature Kanatha-Aki, in addition to the Aéroline – an 18-zipline journey through the forest – also offers horseback riding, wood so many lodging options for your vacation that it is simply bison observation and interpretation, and, among others, impossible to go wrong. mountain stream climbing. Finally, to maximize your time away from solid ground, two helicopter companies offer flights over he art of hosting is no joke in the Laurentians. It reflects OVERVIEW the magnificent landscapes of the Laurentians, one of Quebec’s a tradition of holiday resorts that dates back to the About an hour away from Montreal, the Hôtel du Lac-Carling most colourful regions: Héli-Tremblant in Mont-Tremblant Tbeginnings of tourism in Quebec. And when know-how puts golfing and spa retreats at the heart of its stay. Further to with its panoramic flights, and Hélibellule in Mirabel with its is complemented by quality and options – of the landscapes, the north-east, the Saint-Sauveur and Sainte-Adèle sectors premier transportation service. And where do seaplanes fit styles and ambiances, services and activities – happiness is at have no shortage of options when it comes to their selection in? In addition to bringing distant outfitters closer, Air Mont- hand for all. From north to south, east to west, holiday resorts of impressive four-star hotels and renowned wellbeing facilities Laurier welcomes you aboard to discover the North’s vast serve as charming footholds to discover the surroundings and and restaurants, such as Hôtel Manoir Saint-Sauveur and Hô- expanses of land. These flights are particularly magical amidst as peaceful havens where the real good times, exquisite food, tel Spa Mont-Gabriel, or wine cellars, like at Auberge du Lac the colours of an “Indian summer!” n relaxation, and a host of outdoor activities lie. Morency or Estérel Resort with its Bistro à Champlain, not to
16 outdoor activities LAURENTIANs 17 A simple Quebec welcome Also worth discovering are the Laurentian inns, where you can develop one-of-a-kind connections with your hosts, who are both professional and passionate and love to share their knowledge. An excellent way to meet the locals and ask for their advice. The ultimate Quebec encounter!
mention Excelsior Hôtel Spa Sainte-Adèle, its health centre, and its restaurant. Continue north to Val-David for Auberge WHETHER YOU CARRY ON du Vieux Foyer, where you can stay in a room or a chalet, EXPLORING OR STAY A WHILE, with additional spa and fine dining options. Do you dream of a large, decorated suite with a view of the lake or forest? For THE LOCAL HOLIDAY RESORTS a charming nature stay, StoneHaven Le Manoir awaits you in GO ABOVE AND BEYOND. Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, while Selenia Lodge has concealed its sublime residences and chalets in the heart of nature, in a preview, the Upper Laurentians are just as charming with various large Amherst forest. types of lodging, from forest inns to hotels in Mont-Laurier, to chalets and condos at Village Windigo in Ferme-Neuve, where the THE TEMPTATION BUILDS neighbouring mystical Montagne du Diable and immense Réservoir The list of options grows longer near Mont-Tremblant, where Baskatong make for a stay in the heart of nature where comfort Home away from home luxury and character go hand in hand: AX Hotel Mont-Tremblant, comes first. Family vacations, outings with friends or lovers’ Le Grand Lodge Mont-Tremblant, Hôtel de montagne Cap getaway: it’s your turn to play to find the package that will turn your Tremblant, not to mention the facilities at Tremblant Resort stay in the Laurentians into your favourite memory of the year. n (Les Suites Tremblant, Fairmont Tremblant, Homewood at MotherOUTFITTERS, FOREST Nature’s INNS Suites par Hilton). You’re never far from the cream of the Useful contacts: page 33. crop when it comes to luxury, with Hôtel Quintessence, the 5-star boutique hotel of the region, and its 30 suits on the shores of Lac Tremblant. Did you say “boutique?” When it Did you know? How about a green getaway for a change of scenery to recharge? comes to shopping, the region is hardly lacking, with seve- No stranger to quality: nearly one out of two accommodations Naturally, Laurentian outfitters are the place to look. Plus, forest ral outlets such as Les Factoreries Tremblant. Though it’s just a is rated a minimum of 4 stars in the Laurentians innkeepers are sure to welcome you with a contagious smile.
18 Getaways LAURENTIANs 19 A different way of sleeping? Glamping, treehouse, sphere-dome (see-through bubble), cabana, shepherd’s hut, or EXP chalets in a national park... Several options are available in the Laurentians for an eccentric stay on nature’s doorstep. The best places to start: Parc national du Mont-Tremblant, Parc régional Montagne du Diable, Village Windigo, or Kanatha-Aki Activity Centre, Aventures Kiamika, and Kayak & Cabana. Find out more! A warm embrace
from theWINTER cold
Here, everyone expects it and no one complains that there’s ever too much. In the Laurentian region, the first snowfall signals the start of a new season of boundless euphoria with a backdrop repainted in white.
he Laurentian region excels in the art and know-how of experiencing its landscapes. Here, no need to be a HEED THE CALL OF THE FOREST Tseasoned explorer to stay in the heart of the forest, on the INNKEEPERS AND IMMERSE side of a mountain, or on the shores of a quiet lake. Primarily dedicated to fishing and hunting, outfitters are intentional YOURSELF IN THE LANDSCAPES. places to provide you with the utmost intimacy in nature without compromising comfort or services. With this in mind, their family at Pourvoirie Club Fontbrune outfitter. Here,dolce their list of outdoor activities has grown substantially. They now vita rhymes with chalet, inn, or camping, and the menu features cater to adults just as much as children. This type of holiday is aquatic activities, spa, fishing, hunting, ATV, 4x4, and wildlife attracting more and more city folk as a result of its authenticity: observation. On the Mont-Laurier side, the Dumoulin family there, a warm welcome awaits, as if visitors were stepping into a and larger-than-life territory of Pourvoirie Mekoos outfitter large family of nature lovers. How to find your cabin in Canada await, alongside a myriad adventures, such as kayaking on Direction north of the Laurentians the Rivière du Lièvre and ATVing on the Summum trail. After a jam-packed day or brook trout fishing expedition, revel in the BOREAL AND FAMILY IMMERSION comfort of your chalet, the spa, bar, and scrumptious menu At an outfitter, visitors typically stay in a chalet or traditional offered by the outfitter. At the northern tip of the region, the log cabin. At Auberge Le Rabaska Lodge, in Ferme-Neuve, Ouimet family invites you to find your place in the vast expanses camping is also an option. Then, at Dominique and Martin’s of the Pourvoirie des 100 Lacs Sud, located on the shores of the piece of paradise, a warm welcome gives way to nautical and majestic Lac Bazinet. Whether your base camp is the luxurious culinary fun. To play: a fresh water sea just for you – Réservoir Adonis cabin or one of the forest’s chalets, you’ll long remember Baskatong – and kilometre upon kilometre of trails in the forest. your stay filled with fishing, ATVing, hiking, canoeing, and Close by, Éric and Marie-Josée’s will happily welcome you to mountain biking. n
20 Getaways LAURENTIANs 21 The Laurentians feature 2,473 km of maintained snowmobiling trails.
Stop to warm up before heading back out to explore.
Wood bison encounters. © F@b
n Quebec, you can’t talk about winter sports, holiday resorts, whether by dogsled, snow mobile, or even with a guide-trapper or the art of living with the snow without mentioning the FROM TRADITION TO INNOVATION, (see the spotlight). An impressive selection! Laurentians. The region Montrealers affectionately dub “the PLAYTIME IN THE SNOW KNOWS I Carl the Trapper North” is the go-to place for a winter getaway, and not just QUITE THE WAY OF LIFE shares his secrets. because of its geographical proximity. The Laurentians are a NO BOUNDS. The winter equation that makes Laurentians rhyme with source of deep-rooted tradition and a history woven from both outdoors would be incomplete without the lifestyle aspect, which expertise and passion. Not to mention the myriad ways to make skiers – there’s something for the skier in everyone: from beginner is just as firmly embedded in the local culture. Holiday resort or A larger-than-life encounter the most of the region’s white overcoat. to expert, glade fanatics, night skiers, and snowboarders... Along- forest inn, après-ski with the family or vibrant nightlife, down- side the Laurentian skiing experience comes a handful of other time at a Nordic spa or meals inspired by local flavours: once Yes, it’s a real one! A passion for nature and wildlife is what led Carl ONCE ISN’T ENOUGH! outdoor play options, like traditional Quebec snowshoeing or the again, happiness is all about variety. One of the most enticing Blondin to make a career out of traditional trapping, specializing in trap placement, various types of fishing and hunting, and even Downhill sports of all kinds seem to be part of the Laurentians’ more eccentric fatbiking, all of which make the destination a true aspects of the Laurentian region is the fact that this wide range tanning and taxidermy, all while ensuring sustainable species and DNA, and for good reason: the region is none other than one of specialist for a multi-activity stay (see page 28). South to north, of experiences and atmospheres is so easily accessible, whether territory management practices. And, since Carl the Trapper’s other the birthplaces of competitive skiing in North America (see page the Laurentian landscapes get bolder and bolder, and the spi- by road or by air. Add a touch of Quebec hospitality, and you passion is sharing his knowledge of the great Laurentian nature with 26). Whether you prefer downhill – 12 resorts and hundreds of rit of adventure more and more daring. The Upper Laurentians have all the ingredients for the perfect winter getaway. One that visitors in his own special way, you can count on him to add a touch runs – or backcountry – over 1,000 km of trails for cross-country are a dream playground for a one-of-a-kind trip (see page 30), will make you smile and want to come back. n of authenticity to your stay.
22 NATURE LAURENTIANs 23 The landscapes of Parc national At Parc régional du Mont-Tremblant repainted white. de la Montagne du Diable.
EXP cabins with a winter twist.
The Laurentians are a popular downhill skiing destination. A history of know-how
andSKIING AND passion WINTER SPORTS Parks LANDSCAPESin their AND winter ACTIVITIES dress
National and regional parks, as well as wildlife reserves, have a lot to offer From pioneers dating back over a century, to today’s international year-round. Under the spell of winter magic, they take on a whole new life. reputation, skiing in the Laurentians is quite the saga. Two ingredients have never been amiss in a tale that is far from over: ost parks and wildlife reserves offer several winter comfort in an EXP cabin on the shores of Lac Monroe at activities, like cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, Parc national du Mont-Tremblant? Or even in a Compact know-how and passion. and hiking over both short and long distances, with cabin at Parc national d’Oka? M n 1899, Herman Smith Johannsen, aka Jack Rabbit, made quite TO THE TRAILS! rest stations. In the Le Diable sector of Parc national du the impression when he arrived in North America with his Though this history of passion can be traced back at the Laurentian Mont-Tremblant, located in the Laurentians, visitors can PANORAMA AND PLEASURE REDEFINED backcountry skis. A pioneer of competitive skiing, the young Ski Museum in Saint-Sauveur, there’s nothing like the trails pull on snowshoes or winter boots with spikes, if the terrain Parc régional Montagne du Diable in Ferme-Neuve, only I Norwegian found a home in Piedmont and played a key role in themselves to realize how far the sport has come. What makes the is icy, and walk up to lookouts or along frozen lakes, rivers, a few kilometres from Mont-Laurier, is home to the second- developing Mont-Tremblant’s downhill ski runs, among others. In Laurentians special? An average snowfall of over 3 metres, lasting and waterfalls. D-Tour offers guided snowshoe tours at Parc highest summit in the Laurentians, after Mont-Tremblant the winter of 1905, a group from the Montréal Ski Club, founded 4 to 5 months a year, and, of course, the picturesque mountains, national du Mont-Tremblant, including transportation from – be careful, it’s sure to take your breath away! With a 2 years earlier, decided to embark on an adventure from Club home to no fewer than 12 resorts (see P 26 ) for a variety of the village hotels. The abundance of animal tracks in the welcome centre and three shelters on the mountain itself, Manitou, near Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, to Shawbridge station. ambiances and experiences. The number of runs and the kilometres snow, even the animals themselves on occasion, is proof it has 80 km of snowshoeing trails, 56 km for backcountry The precursors then discovered the incredible potential of the they cover are in the hundreds across the region, with varying that the forest is very much alive under its heavy white skiing and hok skiing, 40 km for cross-country skiing, not Laurentians and never stopped going back to ski there. Saint- altitudes like at Tremblant (over 600 metres), deemed the best blanket. Various cross-country ski trails for all levels are also to mention a number of memorable circuits for fatbiking Sauveur, Sainte-Marguerite-du-Lac-Masson, Val-Morin, Val-David, resort in eastern North America 19 times over by Ski Magazine! accessible, with shelters to warm up and refuel. Why not enthusiasts. Visitors can also explore the lakes and forests and Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts became their new headquarters, The Laurentians’ strong points don’t end there: snowboard and spend a night in the heart of nature without compromising of Parc régional Kiamika by dogsled with CasAventures. and the explosion of competitive skiing gave the region its freestyle enthusiasts can hit the slopes of the largest snow park nickname, “Canadian Switzerland.” in North America, at Sommet Saint-Sauveur. The resort is also
24 PARKS LAURENTIANs 25 Lucky number twelve There are 12 ski resorts in the Laurentians. Five of them make up the skiable territory of the Sommets, totalling 133 runs: Sommet Saint- Sauveur and its versant Avila, Sommet Gabriel, Sommet Olympia, and Sommet Morin Heights. Ski Mont-Habitant is also located in the Saint- Sauveur sector. Further north: Ski Chantecler (Sainte-Adèle), Station de sports Mont Avalanche (Saint-Adolphe-d’Howard), Centre de ski Belle Neige (Val-Morin), and Centre de ski Vallée-Bleue (Val-David). Mont Blanc (Saint-Faustin–Lac Carré) and the massive Tremblant with its hundred-odd runs across the mountain’s four slopes complete the lot. Fatbiking: the quintessential Mont-Tremblant activity. @tremblant
Illuminated trails to keep Did you know? the fun going after dark. A particularly popular tradition in the Laurentians is night skiing, where some resorts are lit up until about 10 p.m.
Where diversity
meetsHYPERACTIVE happiness WINTER home to the most-decorated snow school in Quebec. Alongside Multiples are what make the Laurentian experience so unique! Tremblant, it produces a host of high-level athletes and interna- WITH ITS TWELVE RESORTS, ITS SCHOOLS, tional champions, like downhill skier Érik Guay, acrobatic skier AND ITS CHAMPIONS, THE REGION The region is a leading destination for multiple-activity getaways. Mikaël Kingsbury, snowboarder Jasey-Jay Anderson, and the THRIVES ON SKIING CULTURE. On the programme: fun for everyone in every way. young skier, Alice Marchessault. Proof once again that winter sports in the Laurentians come from a deep-rooted history. new way to slide on the snow, strapping on snows- sensation like fatbiking, where bikes with oversized tires hoes, hopping on a fatbike, learning to dogsled or navigate the snowy slopes with ease. Electrically-assisted ALL SMILES AT THE APRÈS-SKI the P’tit Caribou, considered one of the best après-ski bars Aice fish... The Laurentians are the ultimate master of options available. Curious about e-fatbiking? Head to D-Tour, It wouldn’t be a winter sports vacation without après-ski, which in the world. And why not see if luck wants to join the party? the art of winter fun in all its forms, as shown by the possi- in the Village, to experience Mont-Tremblant through a really does rhyme with party here, and goes hand in hand with a The Casino de Mont-Tremblant holds the answers. The art of bilities offered at each resort. At Sommet Saint-Sauveur, different lens. sense of community and local cuisine. Resorts and villages come hosting is very much alive and well at local inns and hotels: for example, the party doesn’t end with downhill skiing. Get to life at the foot of the hill, where the keyword is friendliness. Auberge du Lac Morency, Hôtel Manoir Saint-Sauveur, Hôtel ready for an adrenaline rush with tubing, winter rafting, WINTER TUBING For a taste of this unique atmosphere only an hour away from Spa Mont-Gabriel, Le Grand Lodge Mont-Tremblant, Hôtel ziplining, or aboard the Viking, a thrilling alpine rollercoaster. Whether on a luge, crazy carpet, bobsleigh, inflatable tube, Montreal, and, among others, of the local beers, there’s no Quintessence, Fairmont Tremblant, Les Suites Tremblant And with a destination like Mont-Tremblant, the possibilities or raft-like craft, anything can be a sled! In Piedmont, the shortage of hot spots: at T-Bar 70, where the view of the Saint- Hotels, Homewood Suites par Hilton… Just like the region’s only multiply. Opt for a Quebec winter classic – alpine touring, Glissades des Pays d’en Haut and its 61 runs is one of the Sauveur trails is one for the books and the nightlife knows no impressive restaurant list (see page 10), to be spoiled for choice snowshoe-fondue nights, showshoeing, and even cross- largest sledding centres in the world. But did you know that bounds, or microbrewery-style at La Diable in Tremblant, or at is the secret to a successful stay! n country skiing at Domaine Saint-Bernard – or a more novel you can also glide in the sky? Proof lies in the mega-ziplines
26 SKIING AND WINTER SPORTS LAURENTIANs 27 The bare bones of winter at Centre d'activités nature Kanatha-Aki At Val-des-Lacs, a territory of magnificent valleys, the nature activity centre created by Stéphane Denis values authenticity and originality on a backdrop of Native traditions. Wintertime musts: encounter the fascinating wood bison, raised on-site, discover sled dog kennels and embark on a dogsledding adventure (rides, outings, and expeditions), learn about the life of a trapper in the forest or about ice fishing, and finally, devour the excellent local trout!
Dive into the magic of winter!
Cross-country skiing along Le P’tit Train du Nord linear park. Where the adrenaline
Founders of the P'tit Train du Nord linear park getsTHRILLS-SEEKERS going WANTED In the winter, the old railroad lends itself to cross-country skiers of all ages and all levels. Multiple corridors mean that the linear park can accommodate both skate skiing and hiking. Further north, snowmobilers also use the trail. linear-park.com Ask the Laurentian winter for her greatest challenge and she shall provide: the region’s backyard is designed for long-distance treks of Tyroparc, located in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, where A GETAWAY RIPE WITH IDEAS through nature, with or without a motorized vehicle. visitors can also attempt the winter via ferrata, showshoeing, It wouldn’t be a holiday without the XXL gamut of activities and snowmobiling. On the topic of classics, the Laurentians offered by forest inns, outfitters, and other holiday resorts or larger-than-life nature adventures and a mind-blowing MY CANADIAN SNOWMOBILE TREK remain a leading destination to discover dogsledding. From characteristic of the vast Laurentian outdoors. Several facilities winter, head this way! Amateur thrill-seekers have long For a taste of the ultimate adventure in the Laurentian forest, the very basics to dogsledding trips (see page 31 also), have made multiple-activity stays their specialty, such as Village Fbeen drawn to the region in its frosty uniform. Among head to the territory of the Upper Laurentians, where the snow experience this Inuit tradition that dates back millennia Windigo, Pourvoirie Mekoos, Pourvoirie des 100 Lacs Sud, or them, snowmobilers have come to expect a long-standing falls in abundance and the landscapes are sure to make for a at the hands of passionate dogsledders. In Saint-Hippo- Pourvoirie Club Fontbrune, outfitters in the Upper Laurentians, tradition of trails, equipment, hosts, and know-how. Indeed, profound experience. It’s the kind of place you dream about lyte, Aventures Plein Air St-Hippolyte invites you out onto where ice fishing, snowmobiling, dogsledding, and snows- in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, in 1963, the very first snowmo- to embark on a long trek: adrenaline-filled days over large the frozen lake and into the forest, while musher Normand hoeing are add-on options. The same goes for Mont-Tremblant bile club in the world was born. Today, ski-doo enthusiasts – a natural expanses and nights animated by the tales of moto- Casavant from CasAventures (see the spotlight) awaits you with Le Grand Lodge Mont-Tremblant, in Saint-Hippolyte with Quebec invention! – can play in over 2,473 km of marked and rized explorers in the warmth of charming inns or round log at Parc régional Kiamika for a trek lasting one or more days, Auberge du Lac Morency, in Grenville-sur-la-Rouge at Hôtel maintained trails throughout the region. From beginner to ex- cabins. Auberge Le Rabaska Lodge, Pourvoirie Club Font- for enthusiasts of the sport. And for a Native-inspired du Lac-Carling, or in Sainte-Adèle, at Hôtel Spa Mont-Gabriel. pert, amateurs of gentle rides or grandiose expeditions will find brune, Pourvoirie des 100 lacs Sud, and Pourvoirie Mekoos experience, head to Centre d’activités nature Kanatha-Aki, Everyone’s outdoor getaway needs are easily met, with the the perfect trail and the necessary services, from rentals to fuel, outfitters and Canada Motoneige offer packages for exactly the activity centre (see the spotlight). promise of a cozy nest to recuperate in. n not to mention a warm welcome at inns and pitstops. that, including chalet lodging. Visit the sector’s immense
28 HYPERACTIVE WINTER LAURENTIANs 29 An enchanting setting in the region’s spas.
Initiation or multi-day trip: your adventure, your choice. © Stéphahie Lachance Réservoir Baskatong, Chutes Windigo, and Montagne du SNOWMOBILING AND DOGSLEDDING Diable for incredible viewpoints. Explorers can also embark on hikes over more than 1,000 km, to the front door of the ALLOW FOR INFINITE ADVENTURE Great North. The real bonus? Your guides’ expertise and POSSIBILITIES IN THE LAURENTIAN WINTER. passion, ensuring that your adventure is just as safe as it is sensational. unparalleled chance to connect with the dogs and their RechargeWELLBEING in peace mushers. Again, the geography of the Upper Laurentians lends WHEN THE ENGINE GROWLS itself to all kinds of expeditions. Step in a musher’s shoes for a Inherited from northern peoples like the Inuit, dogsledding is short initiation ride, or opt for a longer “dog trip” in the heart of an authentic alternative method to explore natural expanses the boreal forest. The ultimate insight into the life of a musher We know that the Laurentians know how to get us moving, but it also knows with the added bonus of new sledding sensations and an and fascinating operation of a dog pack. n how to get us to relax and reconnect with what matters.
he Laurentians have always wanted the best for us. the moment with serenity, far from the stresses of everyday In fact, it was the first place in Quebec to build a life. To make wellbeing the focus of your stay, look for the Tspa inspired by the Scandinavian tradition of Nordic many accredited spas in the region’s holiday resort hotels baths. Founded in 1964 in Piedmont, the Polar Bear’s Club (see page 18). opened the gateway to a number of wellbeing facilities. Today, the region has more than a dozen spas. Sauna, ALL ROADS LEADS TO ZEN hot and cold bath, scented steam room, massage, body Close behind the spas, baths, care, and massages are a care, relaxation... In addition to providing the perfect growing number of wellbeing activities in the Laurentians. après-ski conditions only a stone’s throw from your It’s the case for yoga, or more specifically, outdoor yoga, activity and lodging facilities, the Laurentians’ spas and whose popularity has grown in recent years. Outdoor yogis health centres have developed renowned facilities and find a connection not only with themselves, but also with the expertise, making self-care a year-round possibility with elements and serenity of the Laurentian nature. In summer- a breathtaking backdrop, often with direct access to nature. time, the practice can be enjoyed near the water: in Morin- Heights, Écho Aloha offers SUP Yoga classes, or how to open TIMELESS SHELTERS one’s chakras on a stand-up paddle board. But the arrival For a taste of the potential of these small sanctuaries, of winter doesn’t mean the practice has to end, as proven A musher in the Great North head to Scandinave Spa Mont-Tremblant, the ultimate by the team at JUNA Yoga, which offers training sessions and How far can a passion for adventure take you? Ask Normand Casavant. destination to enjoy the benefits of hydrotherapy in its retreats combining yoga methods and principles with outdoor He will answer, simply: “To the great lands of the Yukon, with my pack!” purest form. Eucalyptus steam rooms, Finnish dry spas, sports like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The Lauren- Though the Laurentians developed the musher’s love of the outdoors warm bath circuits and thermal waterfall alternate with tians are home to true experts, like at Sivananda Ashram and sled dogs, it was in the Yukon that Casavant took on “the” ultimate cold facilities (waterfalls, baths, and showers) and relaxation Camp de Yoga in Val-Morin, where attendees can sign up challenge in 2009: the famous Yukon Quest, a 1,600-km endurance race areas to help the mind and body fully recharge. With its to a yoga vacation and receive teachings based on classical where Normand measured himself against the best drivers in the world wooden buildings that blend into the landscape on the Hatha yoga traditions and the yoga philosophy of Vedanta. th th and finished 10 on his first attempt and 7 in 2013. Whether for a few shores of the Rivière du Diable, the spa invites you to live in Let inner peace find you in the Laurentian outdoors! hours or for a long backcountry trek, it goes without saying that you’ll be in good hands with Normand and his dogs.
30 THRILLS-SEEKERS WANTED LAURENTIANs 31 Address book An electrifyingFESTIVALS AND EVENTS calendar Members of Tourism Laurentians
In the Laurentians, the schedule of festivities is jam-packed with gatherings for all. Music, sports, gastronomy, art, and craft fairs... There’s something for everyone!
Buckwheat Cakes Saint-Sauveur Tremblant International Festival and local flavours. Country-Style Weekend. Blues Festival.
FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL IRONMAN FESTIVAL DE LA GALETTE ET HAUTES-LAURENTIDES MONT-TREMBLANT DES SAVEURS DU TERROIR Weekends in July Mid-August Mid-September A world-class programme of outdoor Mont-Tremblant is home to one of the This buckwheat cakes and local products and indoor concerts in various locations most demanding athletic events. A 3.8- festival is a must-see for all lovers across the Upper Laurentians. All while km swim in the waters of Lac Tremblant, of regional products. It’s the perfect maintaining its classical DNA, the a 180-km bike course followed by a opportunity to discover tourist and festival’s diverse programme blends 2-loop run circuit for a total of 42.2 km heritage attractions, as well as the a variety of musical styles to cater with a finish line in the magnificent cultural life of Saint-Eustache. to all tastes. Tremblant pedestrian village. festivaldelagalette.com concertshautes-laurentides.com tremblant.ca MIRABEL FÊTE L’ÉRABLE TREMBLANT FESTIVAL ARGENTEUIL DU QUÉBEC INTERNATIONAL EN BLUES Late September BLUES FESTIVAL Mid-August and early October The Parc régional éducatif Bois-de-Belle- Early July Come for a musical experience like no Rivière is now a culinary stage. An excellent Musicians from the region and around other, in the magical Lachute landscape opportunity to meet the chefs, sommeliers, the world offer ten days of blues, from (August) and in the heart of nature pastry chefs, artisans, and sample their local the very roots of the genre to its modern at Parc municipal de Gore (October). and not-so-local products, in addition interpretations. Over one hundred argenteuilenblues.com to hearing their tips and tricks. outdoor and indoor concerts, free for boisdebelleriviere.com the most part. LA FÊTE DE LA MUSIQUE NATURE AND PARC RÉGIONAL CARL LE TRAPPEUR LE P’TIT TRAIN DU NORD tremblant.ca DE TREMBLANT WEEK-END COUNTRY AUX OUTDOORS DU POISSON BLANC Saint-Colomban LINEAR PARK Late August, early September COULEURS DE SAINT-SAUVEUR Notre-Dame-du-Laus cblonletrappeur.com Between Bois-des-Filion LES RYTHMES TREMBLANT Under the artistic direction of Angèle Mid-October NATIONAL AND poissonblanc.org et Mont-Laurier July Dubeau, this unique event will take The Saint-Sauveur Country-Style Weekend REGIONAL PARKS CASAVENTURES parclineaire.com Free outdoor shows in a festive and you on a festive musical getaway. is three days of free country concerts in the NATURE ACTIVITIES Rivière-Rouge casual atmosphere. Ten days of concerts More than 30 free concerts will be held buzzing Saint-Sauveur Village. The biggest PARC NATIONAL casaventures.com LES GLISSADES for all ages featuring artists whose in the Tremblant pedestrian village names in Quebec country are there, DU MONT-TREMBLANT À L’ABORDAGE DES PAYS D’EN-HAUT repertoires will combine popular hits (at the base of the mountain) as well along with a dancefloor created especially Mont-Tremblant Val-David and Mont-Tremblant CENTRE D'ACTIVITÉS NATURE Piedmont with new discoveries. as in the Old Village and Downtown for the occasion! sepaq.com/pq/mot/ alabordage.ca KANATHA AKI glissade.ca tremblant.ca areas of Mont-Tremblant. valleesaintsauveur.com Val-des-Lacs tremblant.ca PARC NATIONAL D’OKA AVENTURES KIAMIKA kanatha-aki.com NEW WORLD RAFTING FESTIVAL DES ARTS DE FESTIVAL RANDO ALPINE Oka Rivière-Rouge Grenville-sur-la-Rouge SAINT-SAUVEUR AUTÉNTICA TREMBLANT sepaq.com/pq/oka/ aventureskiamika.com CROISIÈRES ALOUETTE newworld.ca Late July, early August FIESTA CUBANA February Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts Under the direction of dance superstar Late August, early September Outdoor enthusiasts are called to the PARC RÉGIONAL AVENTURES PLEIN AIR croisierealouette.com TYROPARC, MOUNTAIN Guillaume Côté, this festival is a major An authentic Cuban celebration in the Festival Rando Alpine Tremblant for 3 days KIAMIKA ST-HIPPOLYTE ADVENTURE PARK culture hub dedicated to discovering Saint-Sauveur Valley. Groove and dance of discoveries, festivities, and challenges. On Rivière-Rouge Saint-Hippolyte D-TOUR Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts and showcasing internationally- to the beat of Cuban shows, rhythms, the programme are various guided climbs reservoirkiamika.org aventurespleinair.com Mont-Tremblant tyroparc.com renowned choreographers, dancers, and sounds! Taste real Cuban food in the forest for all preferences and all levels: dtourtremblant.com and musicians. and drinks! initiation outings, splitboard outings, yoga/ PARC RÉGIONAL MONTAGNE CANADA ZIPTREK ECOTOURS festivaldesarts.ca valleesaintsauveur.com hiking or the classic Traversée nocturne. DU DIABLE MOTONEIGE KAYAK & CABANA TREMBLANT tremblant.ca Ferme-Neuve La Macaza Labelle Mont-Tremblant parcmontagnedudiable.com canadamotoneige.com kayak-cabana.com ziptrek.com
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Mirabel Mont-Tremblant CENTRE DE SKI BELLE NEIGE – FAIRMONT MONT- Saint-Jérôme intermiel.com junayoga.ca Val-Morin TREMBLANT dieuduciel.com belleneige.com Mont-Tremblant LABONTÉ DE LA POMME POLAR BEAR’S CLUB chouxgrasbrasserie.com MICROBRASSERIE LA DIABLE Oka Piedmont CENTRE DE SKI VALLÉE-BLEUE Mont-Tremblant labontedelapomme.ca polarbearsclub.ca Val-David GIPSY – WESTIN RESORT tremblant.ca vallee-bleue.com & SPA TREMBLANT LA BULLERIE SCANDINAVE SPA MONT-TREMBLANT Mont-Tremblant MICROBRASSERIE Saint-Joseph-du-Lac Mont-Tremblant MONT BLANC westintremblant.com SAINT-ARNOULD labullerie.com scandinave.com Saint-Faustin—Lac-Carré Mont-Tremblant skimontblanc.com L’AMBROISIE – HÔTEL SPA saintarnould.com LA MAGIE DE LA POMME SIVANANDA ASHRAM YOGA CAMP MONT-GABRIEL Saint-Eustache Val-Morin SKI CHANTECLER Sainte-Adèle RESTAURANT AYERS – lamagiedelapomme.com sivanandacanada.org Sainte-Adèle montgabriel.com HÔTEL DU LAC-CARLING skichantecler.com Grenville-sur-la-Rouge LA MAISON LAVANDE, SPA DE L'AUBERGE DU LAC MORENCY LA QUINTESSENCE hotellaccarling.com CULTURE ET PARFUMERIE Saint-Hippolyte SKI MONT-HABITANT AND WINEBAR – HÔTEL Saint-Eustache lacmorency.com Saint-Sauveur QUINTESSENCE - 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