2015-2016 OFFICIAL TOURIST GUIDE Centre-du-Québec tourismecentreduquebec.com
contents 148 4 Travel tools discover the region 6 Can’t-miss experiences 8 Portrait of the region
54 visiting and having fun 54 Events 64 Culture and heritage 66 Nature and outdoor activities 74 Winter fun 64 78 Regional delights 82 Various activities 66 accommodation and food services 86 Food services 92 Accommodation useful 74 information 102 General information 104 Travelling in Quebec 106 Key to symbols 107 Index 110 Regional map 86
Photo credit: GrapheStudio, Michel Julien TRAVEL TOOLS
Web resources to help you plan your trip
Tourism Centre-du-Québec offers several web-based tools for visitors seeking trip planning information in the area.
Web site: tourismecentreduquebec.com
You can download this guide and the following brochures in a PDF version. These tools are also available in paper versions in the region’s different tourist information offices (see the list on page 102).
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6 Can’t-miss experiences
8 Portrait of the region 10 Drummondville and the surrounding area 18 Victoriaville and the surrounding area 28 Plessisville and the surrounding area 34 Bécancour and the surrounding area 42 Nicolet and the surrounding area
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CAN’T-MISS EXPERIENCES
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1 > The Village Québécois does this sound enticing? The Hôtel Montfort d’Antan Pioneer Village Nicolet, the Auberge Godefroy in Bécancour, and the Manoir du lac William in Saint- Discover the history of Quebec from 1810 Ferdinand provide all this and more. to 1930 through captivating stories told by the Set time aside to relax and treat yourself colourful characters of the Village Québécois to a well-deserved break! d’Antan Pioneer Village in Drummondville. The streets of the Village Québécois d’Antan bustle with events, period games, music, 4 > Poutine traditional song and dance, theatrical skits, Whether poutine originated in Drummondville, and horse-drawn wagon rides. Some 70 heritage Warwick, or Princeville, everyone agrees that buildings have stories to tell you about the the best in Quebec is found in the Centre-du- customs and traditions of our Québécois ancestors! Québec region! The Drummondville Festival Come and see us! de la Poutine honours this local delicacy with a program loaded with activities for the whole 2 > The Navigators’ Route family, including evening shows and invited chefs who are keen to show you different Enjoy exploring the Navigators’ Route in the versions of this famous dish. Centre-du-Québec region by travelling down the St. Lawrence River between Baie-du-Febvre and Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent. Along 5 > Events the 90-km Navigator’s Route through the The Centre-du-Québec holds more than Centre-du-Québec region, discovery the trades 40 festivals and events covering a broad array and businesses that developed here, and the of themes. The Mondial des Cultures (world natural habitat that brings the countryside to life. culture festival) in Drummondville, the Festival du Cochon (pig festival) in Sainte-Perpétue, 3 > Romantic Getaways and the Festival des fromages fins (fine cheeses festival) in Victoriaville are just A quiet inn, a massage, a candlelight dinner, a few examples. cosy surroundings, a romantic getaway…
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6 > Outdoor Activities circuit) is a great way to meet our local producers and discover their products. Enjoy nature while walking through the forest on well-kept trails in the Parc Régional de la Rivière Gentilly. In this park, you can enjoy 9 > Cultural Activities lots of activities, whatever the season. The park will appeal to the nature lover in you, whether Discover an impressive cultural environment you are looking for cross-country skiing, in the Centre-du-Québec. The Musée des snowshoeing, or tobogganing in winter Abénakis d’Odanak, the oldest Amerindian or fishing, hiking, or camping in summer. museum in Quebec, will introduce you to Aboriginal culture. The Musée des religions du monde (museum of world religions) in 7 > Winter in the Nicolet—the only museum of its kind in North Centre-du-Québec America—unveils the foundations of the great religious traditions of the world. In the evening, Experience a winter adventure in the Centre-du- get ready to have fun. The summer theatres Québec with the Grand raid motoneige VIP present original plays full of hilarious scenes (grand VIP snowmobile tour) offered through to entertain you. Laughs guaranteed! outfitters Pourvoirie Destination le Mirage. Admire beautiful landscapes along well- maintained trails accompanied by an 10 > Family Activities experienced, nature-loving guide. Make the most of your precious family time by experiencing a Centre-du-Québec adventure! 8 > Agrotourism The Centre de la Biodiversité du Québec (biodiversity centre) is an interpretive centre Taste the Centre-du-Québec! The region has with a unique concept, offering direct contact so much to offer. Treat your sweet tooth to our with nature and its living species. Discover maple products, taste our famous local cheeses, the plants and animals of Quebec! Nature and savour our wines! Several events and at the tip of your fingers! Discover the treasures festivals highlight the rich flavours of our in our ecosystems! region. The Balade gourmande (gourmet
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PORTRAIT OF THE REGION
On the Road Again! You’re bound to make interesting discoveries no matter which road you choose. For example, The roads are beautiful in the Centre-du-Québec, Route 116 will take you through towns and and there are plenty of opportunities to stop by! cities ranging from the most urban to the Why not travel around the region, by car, bike, most rural. Or, if you opt for Route 132, motorcycle, snowmobile, or quad? No matter you will be rewarded with a more panoramic which road you choose, you will discover an view as you hug the St. Lawrence River and authentic and amazing tourist region where travel along the Navigators’ Route. tradition and terroir (local products) go hand in hand. Bounded by the majestic St. Lawrence River and the Appalachian foothills, the region is located just south of the St. Lawrence and the Lac Saint-Pierre Biosphere Reserve and near several major urban centres. As you drive along highways 20 or 55, you will inevitably travel through the Centre-du-Québec. Not far from the highways are the region’s main cities (Bécancour, Drummondville, Nicolet, Plessisville, and Victoriaville) and its many charming quaint towns … yours to discover.
The Navigator’s Route
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On the Road Again… In This Welcoming Region! The Centre-du-Québec has been a land of opportunity since the 18th century. Reminders of its Scottish, Irish, and British colonial heritage abound. The territory was divided into seigneuries on the plains along the St. Lawrence and, further south, into townships in the Appalachian foothills. The region’s economy took off with the arrival of the railroad, which spurred the development of industries still thriving today. Throughout your travels, heritage tours will enable you to delve into the area’s fascinating history. Here, you’re always greeted with a smile. Wherever the road may take you in the Centre-du-Québec, folks are friendly, and the tourist attractions are many! To add to your pleasure and to entice you to stay for several nights, a number of our hotels and inns have enhanced the quality of their Inverness facilities. Check out the “Accommodations” section for more information and visit our Web site to reserve your package. Whether you’re looking for a hotel, a B&B, a cottage, or a campground, we’ve got whatever suits you! And what brings family and friends together better than sharing a delicious meal? Discover our chefs’ masterful dishes inspired by local products. From country-style dining to all the major chains, our restaurants cater to every taste! Agrotourism Family activities
Fun with friends
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Tourist information permanent Centre-du-Québec Hospital
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Festival de la Poutine (p. 58), a great occasion Drummondville for getting together and enjoying good food to the sound of performances by major artists from and the the music scene. The Village Québécois d’Antan (p. 13) pioneer village takes a look back at life surrounding area in Québec in the 19th century. Added to this is a Renowned for high energy and a festive dynamic downtown core brought to life through atmosphere, Drummondville invites you to its shows, exhibition venues, and heritage enjoy celebrations in its popular Parc Woodyatt. tour… creating a very vibrant life for tourists. Located near the city’s downtown core with In Drummondville, tourism is a major focus! its terraces and shops, the park is the perfect setting for numerous events. Other places Arbre en arbre Drummondville $ not to be missed during your stay: the Village 526, rang Sainte-Anne, Drummondville Québécois d’Antan pioneer village, Rose 819 397-4544 • 1 877 397-4544 Drummond, and Arbre en Arbre Drummond reseauxpleinair.com (tree-top adventure site) with the Saint-François River as the backdrop. Located in the woods of Forêt Drummond, Arbre en arbre Drummondville (TreeGo) is a recreational park featuring more than Drummondville (< 90 treetop adventure challenges spread over 74 067 habitants two demonstration trails, one children’s trail and four junior/adult trails. Set up along Renowned for its industrial vigour, Drummondville the St. Francois River and the Spicers rapids, is also well-known for its cultural activities and the Arbre en Arbre Drummondville site now its heritage. Every summer, the very reputable includes a park with seven zip lines, a treetop Mondial des Cultures (p. 56) transforms the adventure trail and ESCALABRE. Guaranteed city into an exceptional mosaic of nations. And thrills! Schedule: May to October. See our no one can talk about Drummondville without website for complete schedule. mentioning poutine. The city hosts the famous tourismecentreduquebec.com 11 discover the region | portrait of the region Drummondville and the surrounding area
Axart Circuit des arts de la MRC de Drummond $ 219, rue Heriot, Drummondville 436, rue Lindsay, Drummondville 819 477-0278 axart.ca 819 477-2230 mrcdrummond.qc.ca The Axart artistic distribution and development The Drummond MRC offers visual art centre showcases artists from the region. Under enthusiasts a tour featuring a dozen workshops, the same roof are an art gallery, arts and crafts art galleries and museums within its borders. shop, and exhibition hall devoted to up-and- Immerse yourself in the passion and talent coming contemporary artists. Schedule: that inspires our local artists. A brochure year-round, Thursday to Sunday. describing the tour is available in Centre-du- Québec tourist bureaus and on the MRC’s Café Morgane Saint-Frédéric website. Many happy discoveries! Schedule: year-round. Variable hours. 252, rue Brock, Drummondville 819 474-6970 cafemorgane.ca Corporation d’animation Heriot Enjoying a break at the Café Morgane is like 545, rue des Écoles, Drummondville stopping by one of your neighbourhood’s most 819 850-1327 animationheriot.com popular haunts. Our friendly “baristas” will welcome you and prepare real Italian coffees: A variety of cultural activities (shows and events) enjoy an espresso, cappuccino, latté… or one will take place at Drummondville Place of a variety of iced specialties, with or without Saint-Frédéric on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and coffee—all in a cosy, friendly atmosphere. Visit Saturdays from June to September. On the the boutique for great souvenirs. Schedule: program: art, culture, history, and heritage. year-round Schedule: see our Website for more details.
Domaine des 3 fûts 980, rang Watkins, Drummondville 819 857-0143 3futs.com Certified organic vineyard (by Écocert), our vineyard is located less than 5 minutes from downtown Drummondville. Wine tasting and products available for purchase at our boutique. You can also relax on the terrace. Guided tour (including wine tasting) for groups of 5 persons and more (reservation necessary). To participate to the grapes harvest in the fall, visit our web site for more details. Schedule: June 15 to Decembre 31. Variable hours. At other times, upon reservation. Café Morgane Saint-Frédéric
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Ferme du Bassin $ the mystery. Other seasons: Haunted Village, 1040, rang Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Drummondville Illuminated Village and Sweet Village. 450 568-6991 ferme.ca Schedule: early June to mid-September. See our website for detailed schedule. [pub. p. 17] Our farm has a wide variety of animals 100 different breeds and hundreds of animals Maison des arts Desjardins $ onsite. Several unique workshops let you pet, Drummondville hold, or feed your friends the animals, according to the circumstances. Visit our website for a 175, rue Ringuet, Drummondville list of activities and for detailed schedule. 819 477-5412 • 1 800 265-5412 Schedule: June 24 to Labor Day. artsdrummondville.com Newly renovated, the Maison des arts presents different artistic events in a hall of 960 seats on the cutting edge of technology. The summer 2015 program features the play “Boeing Boeing” presented by “Les projets de la meute’s” troupe of 6 actors. Dinner- theatre packages and accomodations available (in French only). Schedule: year-round. See our website for detailed schedule.
Le Village Québécois d’Antan Inc.
Le Village Québécois d’Antan Inc. $ 1425, rue Montplaisir, Drummondville 819 478-1441 • 1 877 710-0267 villagequebecois.com Experience Quebec circa 1810 to 1930 in a fun way! Meet the villagers in their houses, learn about the trades of yesteryear, and experience everyday life in the past. The streets are full of entertainment with theatrical scenes depicting days of yore, period games, traditional music, and much more! An enjoyable adventure for the whole family with the waterpark La Bassine, the Face painting House, the Clown’s house. New: Les p’tites enquêtes, where you collect clues and question suspects to solve
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Musée Populaire de la Photographie $ with soft, warm garments made of alpaca fibre 217, rue Brock, Drummondville from Quebec and elsewhere, as well as alpaca 819 474-5782 museedelaphoto.ca meat and several products made from ostrich: meat, oil, soap, and capsules. We are open This museum presents the technical and year-round but it’s best to call ahead. Follow us esthetic history of photography through on Facebook for more details on our activities. its impressive collection. See cameras from Schedule: Guided tour by reservation. the early days to the most modern equipment, including replicas of the first cameras in the Ferme Bon Autruche $ world, and a number of original photographs. A blend of art, history and science, photography 1331, rang 2, Saint-Bonaventure is a universe of surprising discoveries with 819 396-1498 fermebonautruche.com something for everyone. Temporary and Ferme Bon Autruche invites you to discover permanent exhibits. Schedule: year-round, these gigantic, curious-looking birds – ostriches! Wednesday to Sunday. During the interactive guided tour, you’ll be entranced by their big eyes. Our mini-farm with Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover a variety of animals will charm both young and old! You’ll discover a gift shop full of products Fromagerie Lemaire Ltée made from ostrich: meat, oil, soap, capsules 2095, route 122, Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover as well as warm garments made of alpaca fibre 819 478-0601 fromagerie-lemaire.ca from Quebec and elsewhere and alpaca meat. We are open year-round but it’s best to call This cheese factory welcomes you to its cheese ahead. Schedule: Guided tour by reservation. counter to savour its daily fresh cheddar cheese. There is nothing better than a soft ice cream after enjoying a poutine at our country-style Saint-Pie-de-Guire restaurant! In the afternoon, savour warm curd Mouvement ESSARTS cheese while you watch our cheese-makers e at work through the panoramic window. 260, 10 rang, Saint-Pie-de-Guire Schedule: year-round. 450 784-2408 essarts.org Essarts is a sculpture park with the mission to Saint-Bonaventure promote contemporary sculpture. Every year, Mouvement ESSARTS welcomes artists from Ferme Bel Alpaga $ various countries to participate in on-site work 1331, rang 2, Saint-Bonaventure (symposium). Visitors are invited to wander 819 396-1498 fermebelalpaga.com along the park’s trails, day or evening, to admire the collection of works created during The Ferme Bel Alpaga invites you to discover symposiums dating back to the year 2000: the love of these exotic animals. Experience 46 large-scale works of art made by more than the softness and gentleness of the alpaca during 35 artists coming from 15 countries. Schedule: a friendly guided tour. Our mini-farm with self-guided tours year-round. Guided tours a variety of animals will charm both young upon reservation. and old! You’ll discover a gift shop brimming
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Saint-Germain-de-Grantham
Halte chez Lemaire 182, boul. Industriel, Saint-Germain-de-Grantham 819 395-5327 • 819 478-0601 fromagerie-lemaire.ca Halte Chez Lemaire will welcome you to its cheese counter, where you can taste its famous cheddar, fresh daily. Treat yourself to a delicious poutine in the restaurant with a country-style décor or pick up some freshly-made curd cheese while it’s still warm, available every afternoon. Ice cream is also offered at the dairy bar. Schedule: year-round.
Mouvement ESSARTS Verger Duhaime… Naturellement ! 405, route 239, Saint-Germain-de-Grantham Saint-Guillaume 819 395-2433 vergerduhaime.com Centre d’interprétation de $ A passion for apples and the desire to produce la fromagerie de Saint-Guillaume healthy fruit-based products have motivated 83, route de l’Église, Saint-Guillaume Jacques Duhaime for nearly 10 years. Apples 819 396-2022 • 1 888 868-2022 of multiple varieties are the inspiration for their fromagestguillaume.com many products. Their spreads, pies and caramels feature a natural fruit flavour and traditional Discover how Saint-Guillaume cheese has been tastes associated with fine dining. Activities: made since 1940. Travel back through time apple picking, wagon rides, playground, tastings, through old photos, and watch the process group tours. Schedule: pick-your-own: in action through the windows providing August 15 to October 15. a view into the factory. The only Quebec village co-op still in existence. Come and savour curd cheddar while it still squeaks and our entire Wickham range of products which have won prestigious 2 507 habitants awards. We will be pleased to welcome you with friends or as a group. Schedule: Established in 1867, Wickham is located along year-round. Closed on Mondays from Route 139. The municipality’s economy is based Thanksgiving to mid-June. primarily on agriculture and industry. The Route Verte bike trail crosses through town and takes cycling enthusiasts through beautiful scenery they can enjoy up close. A rest area is available along the way. The many apple trees make this municipality a tourist attraction not to be missed.
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Ulverton Saint-Félix-de-Kingsey
Moulin à laine d’Ulverton $ 1 576 habitants 210, chemin Porter, Ulverton Located among rolling hills and bordered 819 826-3157 moulin.ca by the rivière Saint-François (St. Francis River), Saint-Félix-de-Kingsey will enchant you: Travel back in time to the era of the first textile the road along the river (Chemin de la Rivière) industries at the Moulin à Laine d’Ulverton is great for cycling; the panoramic view woolen mill! With its original turbine and from mountain, next to the illuminated machines for producing wool, this is the last cross; two campgrounds; maple bushes; remaining woolen mill in Québec. Guides berry productions; Christmas tree plantations; will lead you into the machine rooms for the Sydenham Place Church, the temple, a remarkable experience. 5 km of trails, the Anglican Tremholm cemetery and terrace, and gift shop featuring local products. the Catholic Church, all classified Schedule: mid-June to mid-October. Variable heritage buildings. hours.
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park equipped with playground equipment Victoriaville and and picnic tables, both along the rivière Nicolet (Nicolet River), are ideal family stops. the surrounding A footbridge made of recycled materials spans the river and provides access to area Parc Marie-Victorin (p. 20). An area where agriculture flourishes, Victoriaville and surroundings are ideal for Cascades (visite industrielle) $ discovering locally produced food. Cranberries, 385, boul. Marie-Victorin, Kingsey Falls fine cheeses, duck, wine—come and stock up on 819 363-2528 • 1 888 753-7272 supplies from our producers while discovering parcmarievictorin.com their expertise. Mark the “Balade gourmande” gourmet food tour on your calendar. This is Discover industrial recycling processes and the autumn event par excellence for admiring the manufacturing methods for various paper the blazing colours of the Appalachian foothills. products through a guided tour of a Cascades plant in full operation! First you’ll view a presentation on the rapid rise of this multinational Kingsey Falls company owned by the Lemaire brothers, 2 038 habitants pioneers of recycling in Quebec, and then explore the plant along especially designed Located about 25 kilometres from Victoriaville, passageways and don’t miss to see the new solar Kingsey Falls invites you to discover the plant. Schedule: year-round. Variable hours. cycling trail linking the town to the Route verte. Visit our website for complete schedule. [pub. p. 1] Parc Bernard-Lemaire and the municipal
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six theme-based gardens. Explore a tropical greenhouse with exotic birds, learn more about botany at the laboratory, see the new Passerelle des bâtisseurs on the river and enjoy unusual activities and tastings. Events on season. Schedule: June 6 to October 12. Visit our website for complete schedule. [pub. p. 1]
Théâtre des Grands Chênes $ 356, boul. Marie-Victorin, Kingsey Falls 819 363-2900 • 1 877 563-2900 grandschenes.ca This saucy comedy by Michel Marc Bouchard, directed by Nicolas Gendron, brings together Cascades inc. (visite industrielle) five actors on the stage. The day after a night of partying with lots of drinking to celebrate Parc Marie-Victorin $ Marie’s promotion, Pierre and Marie, a young 385, boul. Marie-Victorin, Kingsey Falls couple in love but stuck in a routine, discover a 819 363-2528 • 1 888 753-7272 devil in disguise in their bed. And are greeted parcmarievictorin.com with headaches, drunken promises, and other temptations! This witty comedy scathingly Stroll through this oversized garden that pays scrutinizes the couple, sparing nothing and tribute to Marie-Victorin, nestled in his home no one, especially not its endearing characters. town, and celebrate his 30th anniversary. In French only. Schedule: July 4 to August 22. The entire family will be amazed! Admire the astonishing giant 3-D mosaicultures and gigantic reproductions of insects made of recycled metal as you follow the self-guided or audio-guided trail wandering through
Théâtre des Grands Chênes
Parc Marie-Victorin
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Warwick Tingwick
4 699 habitants Vignoble Les Côtes du Gavet An attractive town located at the foot on 1690, chemin de l’Aqueduc, Tingwick the Appalachians, Warwick is known for 819 850-3391 vignoblegavet.com its industrial and agricultural vocations. A pleasant place to visit, it has been the winner Discover scenes reminiscent of Tuscany at of the province’s cities and towns in bloom the limits between Warwick and Tingwick when competition a number of times, thus earning visiting this vineyard in an enchanting location it the nickname, “The bloom of the Bois-Francs.” flanked by verdant hillsides. Discuss wines Its beautiful parks, covered bridge over and winemaking with passionate winemakers the rivière des Pins (Pine River), Maison de in the cellar. Taste white, rosé, red, and la Culture, rest area for cyclists (in the old train Porto-type wines in the winetasting room. station), and lovely homes with their distinctive Bring a picnic to enjoy under the tent with architecture will more than charm you. a stunning view of the vineyard and the surrounding landscapes. Schedule: May 15 to October 15. Brûlerie des Cantons 4, rue Beauchesne, Warwick 819 358-9177 bruleriedescantons.com Coffee house roasting and retail sales. Sunny terrace in summer, warm interior in winter: the coffee counter features an exceptional atmosphere in which to relax. The staff is specially trained to provide information and advice on coffee and how to prepare it. Don’t be shy to ask questions! Come and savour our espressos, filtered coffees, cappuccinos, lattés, iced mochas. New at the coffee house: rest stop with picnic tables for cyclists. Schedule: year-round.
Vergers des Horizons Vignoble Les Côtes du Gavet 67, rue Saint-Louis, Warwick 819 358-2790 Enjoy apple time! Family business specializing in apple production and processing. Pick up various products: juice, apple butter, jelly, pies, cider vinegar, etc. in the shop. Schedule: pick-your-own: September and October, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop: year-round.
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Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick Notre-Dame-de-Ham 505 habitants 418 habitants This municipality, founded in 1881, is in Picturesque rivers and mountains provide the heart of the mountains. With breathtaking this village (located along Route 161) scenery, it opens its doors to a broad diversity with spectacular vistas. Take time to enjoy of tourist sites. Here, farmland and sugar the municipal park, appreciated by young bushes co-exist with vacation sites. The banks and old. Discover local products, a fishing of Trois-Lacs are awe-inspiring and a source site (Pêche Nicolet p. 70), and the village’s of tranquility. Agrotourism is booming. heritage. Meditate at the shrine located near the church built in 1940, one of Ferme des Hautes Terres the region’s rare neoclassical churches. 801, rang 8 et 9, Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick 819 359-2900 fermedeshautesterres.com Chesterville Come and discover unique and even 887 habitants surprising techniques for raising livestock, The municipality of Chesterville, located inspired by tradition and ingenuity. During in the heart of the Appalachians, features the shop’s opening hours, interpretation signs a unique vista. Its friendly, welcoming will bring you along the route that leads meat residents will help you discover this village’s from the pasture to your plate. For all ages, charm and many attractions. The innovation as a family or in a group! Welcome! Schedule: and excellence of its numerous cultural events June 3 to October 31, Wednesday to Friday. such as the Symposium de Chesterville Upon request at other times. (p. 35), Fenêtre sur l’art (p. 60), and Clairière Art et Nature will amaze you. Musée des outils anciens $ More courageous cyclists can take de Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick advantage of several observation points, 143, rue Principale, Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick some with drinking water and toilets. 819 749-1072 museedoutilsanciens.com Without a doubt, every season will delight nature lovers, whether they like quiet strolls Come and discover one of the largest antique in nature, casting a line in our marvelous tool collections in Canada. A guided tour and fishing spots, or practicing extreme sports themed workshops will help you relive most that only topography like ours can offer! of the traditional trades of yesteryear when A must-visit destination in 2015! items used in daily life were made by hand, with tools also made by hand. An opportunity to reawaken memories among older folks and provide a history lesson for the younger set. Vending machines and microwave ovens available for visitors wishing to bring a meal or snacks. A door to the past is open – all you need to do is enter. Schedule: May 1 to October 14, Wednesday to Sunday.
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Saint-Christophe-d’Arthabaska
Canard Goûteux 4, rue Blanchet, Saint-Christophe-d’Arthabaska 819 357-1658 • 819 960-7424 canardgouteux.com This farm’s traditional approach respects the animals’ and the environment’s well-being and is reflected in its outstanding products. Meet the owners who will guide you through a tour and share their culinary tips to prepare their amazing products. The Canard Goûteux invites you to visit their duck farm seven days a week where you can treat yourself to simple, healthy and delicious products, including La Maison d’école du rang Cinq-Chicots duck rillettes, confit, breasts, foie gras, etc. You can also extend your visit by enjoying a lunch of foie gras burger or duck confit Victoriaville (< salad on our terrace overlooking the town. Schedule: year-round. Upon reservation 45 232 habitants on Sundays. Victoriaville is a modern, prosperous, vibrant city that has everything you need to live an La Maison d’école du rang Cinq-Chicots $ active, healthy lifestyle. It s a choice destination 416, av. Pie-X, Saint-Christophe-d’Arthabaska for sports enthusiasts whatever the season. 819 752-4729 • 819 752-7867 In addition to the mont Arthabaska (p. 25, 69) ecolecinqchicots.com mountain bike trail network, the ice skating loop in the city centre and the picturesque This wooden school was built in 1903 and bridge over the Beaudet reservoir (p. 25), welcomed students until 1959. In 1988, the city is crisscrossed by 58 km of bicycle it was turned into an interpretation centre paths that link up with the Route verte. Clean on life in old rural Quebec schoolhouses. and welcoming with abundant green space, Miss Hermine Faucher, the first “schoolmarm”, Victoriaville is a family-friendly town that hosts invites you back to the days of catechism, a wide variety of sports and cultural events not her good conduct certificate, her tiny, cold to mention being a major stop on the antique bedroom, religious figures, teaching tools, trail. The city boasts a rich architectural heritage etc. In addition to a permanent collection, and is home to the Musée Laurier (p. 24) the schoolhouse hosts a new theme exhibit and the Musée de l’Hôtel des postes, both every tourist season. In 2015, discover dedicated to the exposition of fine art. the world of BEER! Schedule: June 24 to September 7. Closed on Mondays and mornings on weekends.
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Le Carré 150 (Diffusion Momentum) $ restaurant where poutine is the star product. 130, rue Notre-Dame Est, Victoriaville Schedule: year-round. 819 752-9912 • 819 751-4515 diffusionmomentum.com LE Centre de Victoriaville Le Carré 150 is Victoriaville’s new cultural 405, boul. Jutras Est, Victoriaville space. Much more than a performance venue, 819 752-4647 lecentredevictoriaville.com it has an exhibition hall, a customizable black Shopping centre with lots of stores including box theatre for any type of event, a proscenium Buropro, Canadian Tire, Métro Plus, Aubainerie, theatre seating more than 850, a lounge Rossy, Dollarama, Ardène, l’Équipeur, Le perfect for relaxation, a rehearsal room, and Château Entrepôt, Boutik Électrik, Électronique all of the commodities of major cultural centres. Hébert, Scores, Thaï Express and Boutique Music, comedy, dance, theatre, variety, circus d’animaux Victoriaville. Schedule: year-round. arts, visual arts, and repertory films are featured here over the course of the various seasons. Managed by Diffusion Momentum, Le Carré 150 presents more than 100 shows and events every year. Schedule: for detailed schedule, please visit our website.
Économusée de la maroquinerie – Cuir RocheFort maroquinier 857, boul. Bois-Francs Sud, Victoriaville 819 357-3138 cuir-rochefort.com Denis Rochefort plies the art of working with leather in a century-old cobbler’s shop where the scent of leather is ever present. Watch the craftsman at work and learn to recognize the skins of exotic animals. This leather worker Musée Laurier uses finely honed skills to create purses, wallets, briefcases, belts, etc. Let yourself be tempted! Musée Laurier – Lieu Historique $ Schedule: year-round. Upon reservation on National de la Maison Wilfrid-Laurier Saturdays and Sundays. Closed on major 16, rue Laurier Ouest, Victoriaville holidays. 819 357-8655 museelaurier.com
La Fromagerie Victoria Discover the Musée Laurier, the former 101, rue de l’Aqueduc, Victoriaville residence of the famous Prime Minister 819 752-6821 fromagerievictoria.com Sir Wilfrid Laurier (1841-1919). On the ground floor you will see the living chambers used by Make it a point to stop at this small-scale cheese the Laurier couple. On the first floor, in addition factory and through a window watch cheese to the permanent exhibition dedicated to being made. A great place for friendly family Laurier, are presented historical and political gatherings, this business offers a full range exposures. You can also visit another pavillion of fine cheeses and homemade products, close to the Musée Laurier. At the Hôtel des not to mention the expansive dairy bar and Postes museum, a floor showcases a variety
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of works by artists from the collection of the advanced and tube sliding with lift ($). Musée Laurier. On the top floor a permanent Reception building with restaurant/bar, terrace, exhibition recreating the setting of a post office and performance hall. in the early twentieth century is showed. Schedule: mid-March to the end of December. Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet Visit our website for complete schedule. rue Garand
Pavillon Arthabaska In summer, activities for the whole family are 100, chemin du Mont-Arthabaska, Victoriaville available at the service building: kayak, pedal 819 751-4520 montarthabaska.com boat, and canoe rentals, a splash pad (Place Elliot-Tardif), a bike path that runs along Spectacular observation point with lookout over the lake, play structures, and picnic areas. the region. Illuminated cross 24-metre-high The Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet is an excellent visible for 25 km. This park is a renowned area for bird-watching: more than 200 species bird-watching site with a picnic area and have been found here. The concentration walking and mountain-biking trails (p. 69). of Snow Geese is exceptional in October, and You will also find cross-country ski and they take centre stage during the ornithological snowshoe trails for beginners and the more art symposium “Victoriaville et ses oies” (p. 60).
Vue du Mont Arthabaska
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Saint-Louis-de-Blandford Saint-Fortunat
437 habitants Musée de la Matchitecture $ This municipality is known as the cradle of 218, rue Principale, Saint-Fortunat the Bois-Francs region since the region’s first 819 344-5508 matchitecture.com pioneer, Charles Héon, settled here. It is also known as the province’s cranberry capital for Enter a magical world – one where you will its more than a dozen producers of this tangy be a giant. A world where monks are only fruit found on its territory. two inches tall in a gigantic cathedral measuring 22 feet wide by 10 feet in height. A world completely constructed from Centre d’interprétation $ microbeams (matchsticks). Discover about de la canneberge 50 structures, including the Taj Mahal, the 80, rue Principale, Saint-Louis-de-Blandford London Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. 819 364-5112 canneberge.qc.ca Beautiful lighting is accompanied by charming Located in the province’s cranberry capital, music. A light and sound show – a truly unique this center offers guided tours of a cranberry adventure. “One of the 5 most surprising bog in the midst of harvesting. On site, museums in Quebec… La Presse”. Schedule: you’ll find a restaurant, a gift shop featuring June 25 to August 31. Closed on Mondays. cranberry-based products, a discovery room, an exhibit of vintage tools, as well as food tastings and demonstrations. Schedule: mid-September to mid-October.
Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet
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Musée de la Matchitecture
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Notre-Dame- de-Lourdes 1 165 Lyster 116 265
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to take part in its active life. Admire the Plessisville and Saint-Eusèbe church, built in 1911, a replica of the former Nicolet cathedral. On a jaunt the surrounding through the countryside you’ll discover rich landscapes with lush farms and sugar bushes. area There are two golf courses and two campgrounds Nestled in the Appalachian foothills, for your enjoyment. Cycle along the linear park Plessisville and area are the site of breathtaking trail with your family, and enjoy the enchanting panoramas. Those who are more physically surroundings. active may choose to visit the area by bicycle; others will opt to travel by motorcycle or car. Centre aquatique du lac Le Mirage $ Regardless of your mode of transportation, 711, 2e rang Ouest, Princeville you’ll enhance your stay by including historic 819 364-7009 lacmirage.qc.ca tours, a visit to the Musée du Bronze, and activities in the vicinity of lovely Lake William. A recreational site featuring a beach and offering swimming, water slides and jets, a cable park, ball hockey and other summer Princeville activities. Rentals: pedal boats, kayaks and 5 893 habitants waterskiing equipment. Large reception hall open year-round, reservation required. This municipality is named after Pierre Prince, Barbecues, buffets, meals, conference facilities, one of the town’s first settlers. The town is canteen, bar, etc. New day camp. Schedule: home to several prosperous industries and early June to the end of August. recreational activities that entice tourists
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Les petits fruits d’Evélyne Verger des Bois-Francs inc $ 196, 10e rang Ouest, Princeville 304, route 116 Est, Princeville 819 364-3377 petitsfruitsdevelyne.com Also 2655, rue Sainte-Calixte, Plessisville 819 364-5783 vergerbois-francs.com In addition to picking blueberries and raspberries, here you can enjoy an experience Our family operation, founded in 1940, with family or friends. You can learn how our welcomes you at our two sites. In Princeville, fruits are grown and more about Quebec we offer several varieties of fresh apples, natural farming and its various types of production apple juice, alcoholic cider, nonalcoholic apple by visiting our educational mini-farm. You can must, other apple-based products, maple have a picnic in the heart of nature, and children products and honey. Come pick your own apples can enjoy the playground. Regional products in Plessisville. Tractor rides, playground, picnic available. Schedule: June to September. tables, everything for a great family or school Variable hours. outing. Schedule: Plessisville: pick your own, September 2 to October 7. Open daily in Microbrasserie Kapadokya $ Princeville. 1507, av. Saint-Louis, Plessisville 819 362-9362 Plessisville ( Located within Resto-Grillades Zema, 6 719 habitants Microbrasserie Kapadokya, which just opened Plessisville is located in the foothills of the in 2014, serves up three craft beers: a blonde Appalachians. Where the rivière Bourbon ale called Zer, with 5.4% alcohol content; (Bourbon River) runs through town, there a brown ale called Beri, at 5.8%; and a citrus is a wonderful park, an ideal spot to relax, blonde called Grapefruit, which is the boldest have a picnic or enjoy activities organized of the three at 6.6%. Our beer is available by the Carrefour de l’Érable. This attractive at all times during business hours, and you site features a footbridge created by sculptor can enjoy it inside the restaurant or, during Armand Vaillancourt. Plessisville has lots the warmer months, on our outdoor terrace. of services for tourists, cyclists, ATV riders Kapadokya has something for beer-lovers and snowmobilers. Whatever the season, of all kinds. Schedule: daily, from 11 a.m. Plessisville’s great restaurants, cosy accommodations, and outdoor activity Saputo Produits Laitiers facilities will be pleased to welcome you. Canada S.E.N.C. 1245, rue Forand, Plessisville Circuit patrimonial 819 362-6378 kingsey.com «L’Érable entreprenante» Savour our daily-fresh Kingsey and Princesse 1280, av. Trudelle, Plessisville cheeses produced on site. In curds or in blocks, 819 621-1333 • 1 800 360-2989 our cheeses are known for their freshness and tourisme-erable.qc.ca are recognized on the market for their unique A trip through the history of the builders who taste and delicate, slightly flaky texture. helped shape the identity and character of our Schedule: year-round. Variable hours. regional county municipality! The 30 stories (on 30 panels in 11 municipalities) presented
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on this tour were chosen because today they You can also purchase other produce and many are still a stimulus to our entrepreneurial spirit, other excellent products featuring the fruits of which is strongly influenced by the agricultural our labor. Schedule: June 22 to September 20. and industrial sectors. Saint-Ferdinand Citadelle «Coopérative de 2 062 habitants producteurs de sirop d’érable» 2100, av. Saint-Laurent, Plessisville The key attraction of the municipality of 819 362-3241 citadelle.coop Saint-Ferdinand is lac William (Lake William), a body of water more than seven kilometres Citadelle is a provincial cooperative with in length. It welcomes water skiers and approximately 2000 members. Its maple, recreational boaters in the summer, and honey, and cranberry products are sold in over ice fishing enthusiasts in the winter. A number 40 countries around the world. At the counter, of facilities are located here: a marina, an inn, you will find a full range of maple-based B&Bs, campgrounds and restaurants. products and gift packages. A perfect gift whatever the season! Schedule: year-round, Produits de l’Érable St-Ferdinand B Monday to Friday. 185, route 165, Saint-Ferdinand 418 428-9381 produitdelerable.com Fraisière Talfor 775, route 116, Plessisville You’ll be amazed by the extensive variety 819 362-3607 [email protected] of maple products at the boutique located on the premises of the processing plant. A short Talfor is a strawberry, rasberry, and corn farm. video presentation explains how the products Pick your own berries and discover the steps are made. Guided tours available. Schedule: in berry growing, from planting to your plate. year-round.
Lac William
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Saint-Pierre-Baptiste Galerie d’Art-Café, Aux 5 sens Nouveau Théâtre $ 1834, chemin Dublin, Inverness de Saint-Pierre-Baptiste 418 453-2816 • 1 855 455-7367 1051, rue Principale, Saint-Pierre-Baptiste aux5sens.ca 418 335-8030 • 514 922-3377 This art gallery is a must for its art and for This café-theatre is full of surprises and this a gourmet break. Here, you’ll be greeted year features a well-known comedy: “Hotel as a friend, and artists and art enthusiasts will Wong en folie!” (in French only). A welcoming, be delighted. You’ll discover authentic, original, air-conditioned hall with bar and supper at top quality works of art. Take advantage of the the Manoir du lac William.Schedule: June 20 eating area and terrace to meet with friends to August 29, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. and savour cuisine featuring regional products. Gift shop, art gallery, café-restaurant—all under the same roof. Schedule: year-round, Inverness Wednesday to Sunday. 831 habitants Musée du Bronze d’Inverness $ Founded by Scottish immigrants in 1829, Inverness still has several tangible reminders 1760, Dublin, Inverness of Scottish culture. A North American showcase 418 453-2101 museedubronze.com for bronze, Inverness is home to a number of art The Musée du Bronze d’Inverness is the only foundries. With its stunning landscapes and rich museum in Quebec where you can touch works heritage, Inverness is one of the most beautiful of art. Enjoy the guided tours, explanation villages in Quebec. Let yourself be soothed of foundry techniques, and boutique. Not to and charmed by picturesque tourist routes. be missed in 2015, the new family exhibit “The bronze and the beast, footprint the terroir”, La Route Celtique $ grouping many artist from everywhere in 324, chemin Gosford Sud, Inverness Québec. Schedule: May 30 to October 12. 418 453-3434 • 418 453-3364 Closed on Mondays. larouteceltique.org A guided tour of the Village of Inverness and Lyster its surrounding area. The history of colonization 1 658 habitants to today (from the early 19th to the 21st century). An invitation to follow in the footsteps of the Located on the shores of the rivière Bécancour first Scottish, Irish, and Loyalist pioneers while (Becancour River), the municipality of Lyster admiring the breathtaking landscapes of in an enchanting site for outdoor enthusiasts. this corner of the world! Boutique on site. Close to the Bois-Francs linear park, the Lyster Schedule: end of June to early September, train station, one of the oldest in North America, Wednesday to Sunday. has kept its original cachet and serves as a cycling rest stop. Another attraction for visitors is a magnificent Neo-Gothic style, wooden church. A popular stop is the Sault-Rouge waterfalls, with a campground nearby.
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Saint-Pierre- Bécancour (Sainte-Angèle-de-Laval) les-Becquets Fleuve Deschaillons-sur- Saint- Laurent Saint-Laurent 132 30 Bécancour Bécancour (Gentilly) 132 Parisville 226 Wôlinak Bécancour Rivière Sainte-Cécile- (Saint-Grégoire) de-Lévrard Fortierville
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end of the village is a 280-kg rock, which Bécancour and legend has it, was moved by someone named Mailhot. This municipality also hosts part the surrounding of the Route des Navigateurs. area Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets With the St. Lawrence River at its doorstep, 1 206 habitants Bécancour and vicinity have several roadside stops where you can admire the sights. Gourmet Along with 200 summer residents, citizens stops, gift shops, cafés, and historic sites like enjoy the panoramic scenery of the coast of the Moulin Michel flour mill are perfect the fleuve Saint-Laurent (St. Lawrence River). excuses for a visit that will be full of discoveries. The municipality is fortunate to have a variety Traveling as a family? A wide range of activities of facilities. The sports and cultural centre awaits you! provides an arena and the high school opens its indoor pool and new fitness center to the Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent public. Our numerous resident artists catch the imagination of curious visitors. Not to forget 932 habitants the market gardening that produces a variety Known for brick-making, this municipality’s of vegetables, berries and our famous origins go back to the Deschaillons seigneury tomatoes. There are several tourist attractions : established in 1674. Its cliff-top location makes La Tomaterie (p. 36), Bleuets et cie (p. 36), it a veritable window on the river. A unique a walking tour of historic sites, the church holiday destination, Deschaillons is popular dating back to 1839, our river park, and among boaters, thanks to its marina, and a tomato-themed park. This municipality camping enthusiasts who have access to a also hosts part of the Route des Navigateurs. beautiful site facing the river. At the eastern
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Bleuets & cie Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard 512, route Marie-Victorin, Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets 753 habitants 819 263-0286 bleuetsetcie.com This municipality is the ideal place to explore This business’s main activity is pick-your-own in the region – it will appeal to all of your blueberries and fresh blueberry sales. Visitors senses. In the magnificent church, a guide will can also enjoy the berry interpretation centre take you back in time as you observe scenes and products made on site. This outstanding from daily life that pay tribute to our ancestors location on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in the form of some 50 sculptures by Clément also offers tastings and refreshments. Come Fournier (1924-2010). Also to be admired are and discover our products: jams, salad various paintings and heritage objects, including dressings, preserves, jellies, pies, sherbets, a Casavant organ from 1904. In front of the and smoothies. A landscaped picnic area rectory, a century-old elm tree has been and large terrace make this a welcoming and transformed into a giant 40-foot high sculpture. tasty stop. Schedule: June 24 to October 11. Created by Maurice Harvey, an artist of Variables hours. international renown, its carved details reflect the generations from the area’s beginnings La Tomaterie de until today. Not to be missed are the flower Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets gardens with their impressive fountains. Visitors will be delighted with the annual 135, route Marie-Victorin, Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets event bringing folks together in early August, 819 263-0103 latomaterie.com the “Festival des 5 Sens de la MRC de Discover this business specializing in tomato Bécancour.” (p. 56) growing. Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets tomatoes are renowned for their unique taste. In the shop, Exposition à l’église you can purchase a wide range of products with de Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard flavours from the past. You can learn more about 174-A, rue Saint-Antoine, Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard the history of the Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets 819 288-5804 ste-sophie-de-levrard.com tomato at an enchanting site along the river. Schedule: Easter to the end of December. A guide is awaiting you in the village’s church Variable hours. to take you back in time as you admire the permanent exhibit of some 50 sculptures by Clément Fournier (1924-2010). Through his work, this artist from Sainte-Sophie re-created
Exposition à l’église de Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard
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daily rural life in the early 20th century, an era Bécancour ( not so distant, when the activities of man and 12 852 habitants horse were intimately linked. The ploughing implements, wagons, and scenes from day-to-day Featuring recreational opportunities along life pay tribute to our ancestors who, through the St. Lawrence Lowlands and a rich culture their labour and ingenuity, shaped the Québec and heritage, Bécancour is a lively city in of today. Schedule: June 25 to August 16, terms of its economy, social life, culture, Wednesday to Sunday. and environment. Dynamic and attractive, Bécancour is welcoming, in tune with the public’s needs, and a great place to live. Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford There is always something going on, with Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly $ a number of events throughout the year that give it a festive atmosphere. Here there is a 1000, route des Flamants, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford focus on the environment and quality of life 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 to ensure that everyone has the best possible 1 800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com experience. Bécancour is a region rich in The Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly resources, modern infrastructure, and the offers quality accommodations in the heart quality of its workforce. Its residents enjoy a of nature. It has a campground, chalets, as healthy way of life and benefit from numerous, well as ready-to-camp units. Activities: hiking, high-quality services. Bécancour is a modern, moutain biking and family activities. Open flourishing, recreational community that is part during the winter time! Cross-country skiing, of the Route des Navigateurs. horseshoeing, snow tubing and fat bike trails. The Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly is a Jardin des lilas de Bécancour go-to destination to discover Bécancour 1295, av. Nicolas-Perrot, Bécancour and its region. [pub. p. 84] becancourtourisme.ca This magnificent garden features about 70 varieties of lilacs and many beds of annuals and perennials, along with sculptures and poems inviting the stroller to pursue his or her discoveries while heading towards a small bridge crossing the stream.
Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly
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Atelier-Boutique L’Angélaine Centre de la Biodiversité du Québec $ 14935, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour 1800, av. des Jasmins, Bécancour 819 222-8181 • 1 866 600-3822 819 222-5665 • 1 866 522-5665 langelaine.com biodiversite.net Follow the Navigators’ Route and drop From the shores of Lake Saint-Pierre to the in at our workshop boutique. You’ll find waters of the Saint Lawrence River, follow a wide assortment of knit items made from your guide and discover the biodiversity mohair fibres. Many of them are hand knit, of this region. Dive into the world of Sushi reflecting the expertise of our knitters. the river otter, visit our aviaries with Gandalf Of course you’ll find our famous Kidmohair the owl and meet Placotte the fox! Snakes, socks for which L’Angélaine has been turtles, fish, insect and skunks await you for well-known for several years. Before leaving, a visit that will keep your senses alive. The you’ll want to take home one of our new regular tour (indoors) and 4 km of marked knitted garments, designed especially for trails are accessible year round. Schedule: the summer season. They’re light, soft, silky, year-round. Visit our website for detailed and available in vibrant colours! Mohair – schedule the perfect garment fibre! Schedule: year-round.
Centre de la Biodiversité du Québec
Centre d’interpétation acadien $ Atelier-Boutique L’Angélaine 17 600, rue Béliveau, Bécancour 819 233-4411 sapr.ca Discover the history of Bécancour, a town whose origins and Acadian heritage make it unique in Quebec. Three ancestral buildings house exhibitions on the legacy of the region’s builders: the first one-room schoolhouse, the old windmill, and the former Saint-Grégoire convent. Schedule: June 24 to September 7, Wednesday to Sunday.
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Centre de la Biodiversité du Québec $ La maison de Bibi 1800, av. des Jasmins, Bécancour 14 840, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour 819 222-5665 • 1 866 522-5665 819 222-5800 • 1866 550-3436 biodiversite.net savoncarpediem.com From the shores of Lake Saint-Pierre to the La maison de Bibi is the perfect place to discover waters of the Saint Lawrence River, follow homemade products made from Bibi’s recipes. your guide and discover the biodiversity Here you can also find regional products, which of this region. Dive into the world of Sushi are featured on the menu of the bistro Le P’tit the river otter, visit our aviaries with Gandalf Café (p. 91) and in the shop Fudgerie et the owl and meet Placotte the fox! Snakes, Boutique Gourmande. What’s more, this turtles, fish, insect and skunks await you for is the ideal spot to stock up on skin-soothing a visit that will keep your senses alive. The products from the Savonnerie Carpe Diem. regular tour (indoors) and 4 km of marked Schedule: year-round. trails are accessible year round. Schedule: year-round. Visit our website for detailed Centre d’interpétation acadien La Fudgerie et boutique Gourmande schedule Gourmet shop featuring homemade products Fromagerie L’Ancêtre Inc. from the P’tit Café de la maison de Bibi: fudge, 1615, boul. Port-Royal, Bécancour desserts, jams, and salad dressings. Here you’ll 819 233-9157 fromagerieancetre.com also find local products enabling you to savour home-grown flavours. Schedule: year-round. L’Ancêtre, an organic cheese factory, is a pioneer in its field in Quebec. Established La Savonnerie Carpe Diem in 1996 and still expanding, visitors can enjoy tasting fresh and specialty cheeses. The Carpe Diem soap-making shop offers The restaurant section offers healthy meals, a range of hand-made body care products deli meats, regional products and Bilboquet formulated from sunflower oil that are ice cream. Don’t miss this tasty stop! especially moisturizing and nourishing for Schedule: year-round. Variable hours. the skin. On site, you’ll discover the history of soap, a production workshop, a café, and La Ferme du Joual Vair $ a gift shop. Upon reservation, we will make you discover the soap world with a workshop 3225, route 261, Bécancour on handicraft soap making. A not-to-be missed Centre de la Biodiversité du Québec 819 297-2107 joulvair.com activity for all ages. Schedule: year-round. Enjoy a 2- to 5-day horseback excursion in a Centre d’interpétation acadien $ natural setting! This farm features a winding 17 600, rue Béliveau, Bécancour trail through the region and well-organized 819 233-4411 sapr.ca getaways that include lodging and meals. Discover the history of Bécancour, a town whose Our packages have gained international origins and Acadian heritage make it unique repute and offer an excellent price/quality ratio. in Quebec. Three ancestral buildings house One of our unique activities is the city slicker exhibitions on the legacy of the region’s game. Shorter excursions also available. builders: the first one-room schoolhouse, the Schedule: May to the end of October. old windmill, and the former Saint-Grégoire convent. Schedule: June 24 to September 7, Wednesday to Sunday.
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La Route des Clochers de la MRC of the St. Lawrence. Sales at the garden de Bécancour or by mail order. Schedule: daily, May 5 2485, route du Missouri, Bécancour to August 27. 819 233-4636 • 1 888 233-4676 becancourtourisme.ca/route-des-clochers Marché Godefroy The Steeple Route (Route des Clochers) 1700, av. Descôteaux, Bécancour brings stories to life! As you observe the 819 233-3700 marchegodefroy.com rich religious heritage of the churches, onsite A public market in a country-style atmosphere guides will relate the events that shaped brimming with fresh produce and processed these parishes: the Revenant de Gentilly products from the region and surrounding area. (the spirit that haunted Gentilly), parish Savour the flavourful bounty of 30 producers rivalries, the bishop’s visit, the war between and processors. Picnic area, lunch available on evil and good (“coqs noirs” versus the site. Next to the Fromagerie L’Ancêtre cheese “coqs blancs”), and much more! You can factory. Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays also explore the themed exhibitions featured from mid-May to the end of October. in some churches. Schedule: June 24 to August 16, Wednesday to Sunday. Le Moulin Michel de Gentilly $ 675, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour Le Fief de la Rivière 819 298-2882 • 1 866 998-2882 20 280, boul. des Acadiens, Bécancour moulinmichel.qc.ca 819 801-2195 lefiefdelariviere.com Built on the shores of the fleuve Saint-Laurent Magnificent vineyard located on ancestral land (St.Lawrence River) during the New France era, along the Sainte-Marguerite River. White, red Moulin Michel is one of the rare flour mills that and rosé wines. The Fief de la Rivière garnered has maintained its original vocation. Watch as recognition at the international wine competition, hydraulic mechanisms produce stone-ground the 2014 International wine Championship, flour from grain as in the days of our ancestors. with its Globul A+ red wine winning a gold In season, sample our natural buck-wheat-flour medal. Schedule: May 20 to October 15, products at the Crêperie champêtre! Schedule: Thursday to Sunday. By appointment the rest daily from mid-June to September 6. Visit our of the year. website for detailed schedule.
Les Hémérocalles de l’Isle $ Parc écologique Godefroy 11 100, chemin des Coquelicots, Bécancour 17 105, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour 819 222-5210 hemerocalles-isle.ca 819 233-4636 • 1 888 233-4676 Immerse yourself in beauty and perfume! becancourtourisme.ca Classified an official display garden by the Come and enjoy the walking paths of the American Hemerocallis Society, this garden Godefroy ecological park and bring a picnic. is noted for the vast diversity of its cultivars: Interpretative panels of fauna and flora have 2000 varieties of Hemerocallis (daylilies), been installed for all to enjoy. In winter, explore 750 varieties of hosta, and 300 varieties of the cross-country ski trails of this natural site. peony and 11 000-plant vineyard. We hybridize In addition, the natural location is a stopping daylilies and specialize in extending blooming place and habitat for many birds – wich will periods. An enchanting site where flowers delight birdwatchers. Schedule: year-round. and wine intertwine, located on the banks
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Récoltons le Passé (Archéo-cad) $ Wôlinak 17 105 boul. Bécancour, Bécancour Plumes et pacotilles 819 692-1436 10 525 A, chemin Leblanc, Wôlinak archeo-cad.com/recoltonslepasse-archeologie.htm 819 294-9110 sylviebernard.com Located in the Parc écologique Godefroy, In her creative space, meet singer and artisan near a site where 3000-year old pottery has Sylvie Bernard. Owner of the Plumes et been found, Récoltons le passé introduces Pacotilles gift shop and workshop, she blends you to the methodology involved in an sensory materials from traditional Amerindian archaeological dig. Searching through the cultures – leather, pearls, feathers, deer antlers, soil with a trowel to discover artifacts from seeds, wood, and fur – with impressive talent the prehistoric time to the modern, english and great finesse. To these materials, she adds and french periods is an original and threads of gold, silver, semi-precious stones, informative way of discovering the region’s or acrylic, as inspiration dictates, to create past. This activity is suitable for children fascinating works of art, ornaments, and as young as 5 years old (accompanied by contemporary apparel. Schedule: year-round, a parent), grandparents, families, students, Wednesday to Sunday. friends, and coworkers. Meet our onsite archeologist! Schedule: May 30 to October 3, Thursday to Sunday (by reservation).
Vignoble Domaine du Clos de L’Isle 11 100, chemin des Coquelicots, Bécancour 819 222-5210 hemerocalles-isle.ca Do you appreciate good wine and vibrant flower gardens? Discover our 11 000-plant vineyard nestled among our gardens. Savour one of our wines in the tasting room. If you’ve packed a lunch, stop for a picnic on our amazing terrace overlooking the vineyard, the Saint-Laurent (St. Lawrence), and our flower gardens. Production of red, white, rosé wines and our flagship product, a late-harvest wine. Free wine-tasting. Products available for purchase. Schedule: May to October.
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Lac Saint-Pierre
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Nicolet ( Nicolet and 22 652 habitants the surrounding Founded in 1672, Nicolet is one of the oldest towns in Quebec. With its ideal location at the area confluence of the rivière Nicolet (Nicolet River) With both cultural and natural features, Nicolet and lac Saint-Pierre (Lake St.Pierre), Nicolet is and its nearby surroundings are ideal for outings. part of the Village-relais network and offers In the spring, thousands of geese put on a show activities, services and attractions in a rural as they arrive to make their nests on the flooded setting interspersed with dairy and field crop banks of the St. Lawrence River. The Musée des farms. It has a rich architectural, cultural, religions du monde (world religions museum) historical and religious heritage. The cathedral and Musée des Abénakis are presenting very in this town is an outstanding example. Created interesting and amusing exhibits yearly. by Jean-Paul Charland of Nicolet, the stained In Baie-du-Febvre starts your journey on glass window on the front is unique because the Route des Navigateurs. of its dimensions. In the morning and noon sun, it is stunning. The cathedral also boasts a Casavant organ dating back to 1909. This municipality is a delightful combination of a charming location and vivacious people and host part of the Route des Navigateurs.
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Boutique les Pelleteurs de nuages you’ll get to meet an artist and discover his or 1141, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Nicolet her work as well as that of the other members 819 293-6262 • 1 855 293-6262 of the organization. Each purchase directly lespelleteursdenuages.com supports the artist who created it. When you enter Manu Factum, it’s like visiting 40 artists Through words, heartbeats are given a voice, all at once. Come and meet them! Schedule: says Denys Gagnon of Nicolet’s artist/physician year-round. [pub. p. 51] Francis Pelletier. A photographer, author, and storyteller, this visionary is one of the designers Maison et atelier Rodolphe-Duguay $ of the Hôtel Montfort: a place devoted to the quest for the sensual and the pleasure of the 195, rang Saint-Alexis, Nicolet senses. The hotel has been decorated by Cloud 819 293-4103 rodolpheduguay.com Shovellers, which organizes activities and has Dating back to the early 19th century, this a gift shop in the establishment. Discover their magnificent home was the birthplace of painter/ popular posters, canvases and mural texts. engraver Rodolphe Duguay, recognized in Also featured are the works of some 40 of the arts community as having been one of Quebec’s most talented craftspeople. Treat Canada’s masters of engraving in the first half yourself to something beautiful! Schedule: of the 20th century. A guided tour will introduce year-round. Variable hours. you to this artist’s world and also that of his wife, writer Jeanne L’Archevêque. The site includes the ancestral home, the Ermitage studio, and the property’s natural setting. Themed exhibitions featuring the painter’s works as well as those of other Quebec artists, and activities. Schedule: end of May to the end of October. Closed on Mondays. By reservation during the rest of the year. [pub. p. 51]
Musée des religions du monde $ 900, boul. Louis-Fréchette, Nicolet 819 293-6148 museedesreligions.qc.ca Unique in North America, the Musée des
Les Pelleteurs de nuages religions du monde (museum of world religions) invites you to share the foundations of the world’s major religious traditions to Galerie-Boutique Manu Factum promote a better understanding and develop 77, Place du 21-Mars, Nicolet greater tolerance of differences. Travel the 819 293-3360 boutiquemf.com world by exploring the similarities and the differences between the five major world The Galerie-Boutique Manu Factum is a religions. Discover permanent and temporary non-profit organization grouping together exhibitions each as unique as the next! some 40 artists from various disciplines, Schedule: year-round. Closed on Mondays created by and for artists to make their creations from January 2 to May 14. [pub. p. 49, 51] available to the public. During your stop,
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Parc écologique de l’Anse du Port Port Saint-François Chemin du Fleuve Ouest, Nicolet One wooden footbridge erected on pylons 819 293-6901 nicolet.ca cross wooded areas and swamps featuring One wooden footbridge erected on pylons a very diverse wildlife and leading to the cross wooded areas and swamps featuring St. Lawrence River and its Lac-Saint-Pierre a very diverse wildlife and leading to the World Biosphere Reserve. Rest areas, observation the St. Lawrence River and its Lac-Saint-Pierre sites and a 12-metre tower are built into the World Biosphere Reserve. Rest areas, observation walkways. In 2013, only the long boardwalk, sites and a 12-metre tower are built into including the observation tower, will be the walkways. accessible. Schedule: year-round.
Réserve naturelle du Boisé-du-Séminaire Covering an area of 10 hectares, these reserves constitute a first in Quebec, right in the middle of an urban setting. The Réserve Naturelle du Boisé-du-Séminaire is comprised of two forest blocks: The Séminaire part and the Saint-Joseph part, which are separated by the Boisé des Sœurs de l’Assomption. A majestic white pine in the reserve was listed in the 1994 edition of the “Forêt conservation” directory as one of the 38 most notable trees Parc écologique de l’Anse du Port in Quebec. This tree, which has a circumference of 3.16 metres and is over 34 metres tall, was selected for its historical interest and its age (over 200 years). Plan a getaway and discover over a century of history!
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Zoo Académie $ area! The permanent exhibition on floodplains, 4055, rang des Soixante, Nicolet audiovisual room, and observation areas will 819 293-5170 zooacademie.com help you demystify this unique world of nature! New in 2015: temporary artistic exhibition, Indulge your passion for animals at our outdoor rest area, and the discovery rally! exceptional natural site right on the shores Schedule: migratory season (April), Wednesday of the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy being in close to Sunday. In the summer, Monday to Thursday. proximity to a multitude of animal species such as wolves, lynxes, bisons. Features an internationally renowned animal behaviour training school, Formation Jacinthe Bouchard. A unique year-round tourist attraction with its 12 cabins, pool, kayaking, mini-putt course, snowmobiling, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and other activities in nature. Reception hall that can accommodate 150 people and is equipped with a full kitchen, and accommodations. Schedule: by reservation.
Baie-du-Febvre 991 habitants With 90% of its land dedicated to agriculture, Baie-du-Febvre is primarily a food producing Centre d’Interprétation de Baie-du-Febvre region. It is also well-known for its rich fauna and aquatic areas. In the spring, its flooded Odanak plains are a resting area for some 500 000 snow geese on their long migratory journey. Musée des Abénakis $ Baie-du-Febvre also has 43 businesses, 108, rue Waban-Aki, Odanak industries and institutions providing various 450 568-2600 museedesabenakis.ca services and devoted to tourism. More than anything, Baie-du-Febvre is located in a setting Located on the banks of the St. Francis River, where nature is generous and where it is great the first Aboriginal museum in Quebec to live. This municipality also hosts part of provides an opportunity to discover the true the Route des Navigateurs. sense of this nation. Visit our exhibitions, including the one highlighting the museum’s 50th anniversary in 2015, the church, and Centre d’Interprétation $ de Baie-du-Febvre the Odanak chapel, as well as our arts and crafts boutique. Near the Museum, the Tolba 420, route Marie-Victorin, Baie-du-Febvre trail enables visitors to learn more about local 450 783-6996 oies.com fauna and flora. Special packages are available In the heart of the Lac Saint-Pierre World for groups, by reservation. Schedule: Biosphere Reserve, learn more about the year-round. [pub. p. 49] largest Snow Goose spring migratory staging
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Sainte-Perpétue Grand Saint-Esprit Théâtre du Coq $ Verger Nicolet 2581, rang Saint-Joseph, Sainte-Perpétue 5760, rue Principale, Grand Saint-Esprit 819 336-6556 • 819 388-1115 819 289-2101 vergernicolet.com 877 666-0260 theatreducoq.ca From mid-July to late August, visitors are For the last 6 years, the theatre has been welcome to purchase giant highbush presenting bold, entertaining plays by Quebec blueberries or to pick their own in the orchard. authors, performed by young, talented, In early fall, thousands of visitors flock to up-and-coming actors since it was established the orchard to pick their own fruit and take four years ago. The theatre's unusual atmosphere, a big bite of the joy that comes from eating with barn-like aspects and the charm of its fresh-picked apples in such a peaceful, natural intimate 75-seat hall make it a location to setting. Picnic areas have been set up near discover and return to. For summer 2015, an artificial lake where ducks, ducklings the actors from the Troupe du Coq à l’Âme have and Canada geese paddle around. Guided co-written their first play. Burlesque, singing, educational tours, a shop that offers local comedy, and reflection will be on tap. Throughout delicacies, and wagon rides will entertain the month of July, there will be four the whole family. performances a week. Schedule: July 1 to 31. Saint-Célestin Sainte-Monique SC Performance Karting inc $ 571 habitants 200, rue Jean-Clermont, Saint-Célestin, Asbestos Founded in 1842, its history is marked 450 536-2388 scperformance.ca by bridges; the current one, built in 1991, is the sixth the others were all taken out by The place for some real thrills! Have you ice. The church, with its Neo-Roman-inspired dreamed of getting behind the wheel of a architecture, possesses a concert organ. race car? Now you can with our karts featuring Sainte-Monique also boasts a four-season 13-hp motors (90 km/h). Experience the thrills walking trail; the starting point is located of a professional racer: qualification, pre-final, at Serres Pinard et Frères Inc. The Moniquois and final events. For groups of all kinds: offers two different routes. The riverside trail families, friends, or co-workers. Also onsite, Sentier de la Rivière is 1.5 km long and is ideal new and used karts and accessories for for walking. The maple-bush trail Sentier de recreation or competition. Our services include l'Érablière presents two possibilities, a long training, mechanics, and… a bistro. Easy access 5.1-km loop and a short loop that covers off Highway 55, 10 minutes from urban centres. 3.8 km. This trail is ideal for walking or We’d love to share our passion for racing snowshoeing in the daytime or in the evening. with you. SC Performance Karting Inc. awaits! Walk along our trails and experience the unique Schedule: visit our website for more nature. We are pleased to share this enjoyable information. site with you absolutely free of charge. Sainte-Monique looks forward to your visit!
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Sainte-Eulalie Jardins de Cristal $ 753 habitants 486, rang des Sapins, Sainte-Eulalie The bike path, hiking trails in forest settings, 819 225-4088 jardinsdecristal.com well-designed recreational parks, and rest areas Welcome to the Jardins de Cristal: “Once upon are must-see attractions in this municipality. a time… the Gardens of Eden,” with its timeless Sainte-Eulalie is also home to several craftspeople work and life size characters sculpted out working in different domains, including those of crystal. Experience a sense of happiness related to the antiques (p. 64) business and peace at the very core of your being! (reproductions, furniture repairs, sales, etc.). Concerts featuring bowls made of crystal quartz, a celestial harp, and bells. Enjoy moments Alpagas Fibrefine of creativity and awakening, a crystal fusion 714, rang des Érables, Sainte-Eulalie workshop, stained glass classes, seminars, 819 817-3395 alpagasfibrefine.com rented “silence” teepees, country gardens, and picnic areas. Schedule: year-round. Visit a farm that selectively breeds Huacaya alpacas and transforms alpaca fibres into exclusive Quebec products. Get to know the alpaca, a gentle, inquisitive animal that will amaze you! If you are interested in alpaca fibre, this is the place for you! Soft, warm, comforting… learn more about it through our processing and feel what this beautiful animal can produce! We’ll be happy to answer your questions, in a friendly atmosphere surrounded by animals. A benchmark for raising alpacas, with an online store where you can buy exclusive Quebec products made from alpaca fibre! Schedule: June 25 to December 24, Wednesday to Sunday. By reservation the rest of the year.
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64 Culture and heritage 64 Antiques 65 Boutiques, art galleries and workshops 65 Summer theatres and concert halls
66 Nature and outdoor activities 66 Cyclo-tourism 69 Mountain biking 70 Hunting 70 Fishing 71 Hiking 72 Golf
74 Winter fun 74 Dogsledding 74 Quad 75 Snowmobiling 75 Snowmobile and/or ATV relays 76 Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing
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January 1st to December 31 long: public market with culinary demonstrations, Les fêtes du 200e de Drummondville agri-food tour, maple museum, and so much more! Shows throughout the weekend and traditional maple Drummondville taffy on snow. 819 445-2015 d200.ca Drummondville celebrates its 200 years of history May 11 to 17 in 2015. Many activities and major events related Festival International de Musique to culture, the arts, sports, its community and history Actuelle de Victoriaville are programmed for this year of festivities. Victoriaville Visit d200.ca to view the entire programming. 819 752-7912 fimav.qc.ca March 13 to 15 This year, the Festival International de Musique Symposium des Arts de Drummondville Actuelle de Victoriaville celebrates its 31th edition. Drummondville A major event on the international scene, the FIMAV 819 474-6777 symposiumdesarts.com offers an immersion into an explosive musical world featuring jazz, rock, improvisation, Art enthusiasts are invited to this impressive and a Sound art installations circuit. gathering of 70 painters and sculptors. An art lovers’ delight with the opportunity to meet well-known May 15 to 17 artists. In 2016, the Symposium will be held from Festival des sucres de Saint-Pierre-Baptiste March 18 to 20. Saint-Pierre-Baptiste May 1st to 3 418 453-2663 festivaldessucres.com Festival de l’Érable de Plessisville 58th edition. Family sugaring-off party, unique Plessisville in Quebec. At an enchanting site, taffy on snow, 819 621-5285 festivaldelerable.com folklore gala, bingo, musical mass, dinner, Come and discover a wealth of maple products inflatable games, and various other activities. through a variety of activities being held all weekend
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May 15 to 18 Symposium l’Accueil des grands peintres Chesterville 819 795-9963 • 819 382-2059 symposiumdechesterville.com Painting will be highlighted during this weekend symposium. The event will bring together some 27 well-known artists chosen for their talent. The event will include an art exhibit, opportunities to meet the artists, workshops, booths featuring local products, and other cultural activities. Festival des Fromages Fins de Victoriaville
June 4 to 7 June 18 to 21 Festival du Cheval de Princeville Festival des Fromages Fins de Victoriaville Princeville Victoriaville 819 357-0091 festivalducheval.com 819 751-9990 • 1 855 751-9990 This festival will thrill you with its two rodeos festivaldesfromages.qc.ca and horse pull. Country & western performances Discover a program addressed to all epicureans. presented non-stop, a parade through the streets A Festive family area, countless gourmet activities of town, wilderness hiking, Saturday supper, country and evening entertainment are waiting for you. mass, inflatable games, petting zoo and lots more… This is the event for cheese activities, discoveries Camping and parking for recreational vehicles. and to meet passionate producers. June 6 June 25 to 28 Pré-Festival du cochon Festival Country de Durham-Sud Sainte-Perpétue Durham-Sud 819 336-6190 • 1 888 926-2466 819 471-0147 durham-sud.com/festival.htm dragsmotos.com Be part of our celebration and enjoy the rhythms of The Festival du cochon presents a Pre-festival event country & western music. Dance floor and interactive with a program on its own. Watch the most popular activities. A 4-day pass provides free parking and motorcycle street drag race in Quebec and attend access to water and dumping facilities for recreational to an ancient motorcycle Classic. Finish your day vehicles. It will be our pleasure to welcome you! to the beat of outdoor performances. July 2 to 5 June 13 Festival Hommes Forts Warwick Journée des dentellières et des brodeuses Warwick Nicolet 819 352-6877 festivalhommesforts.com 819 293-4103 rodolpheduguay.com Guaranteed fun for everyone! Competitions: strong A festive day focused on stitches: knitting, crocheting. men, professional, strong women, cross-Fit as well On the program: demonstrations, felting, finished as mini-excavator competition. A children’s section products ready to wear or give as gifts, wool and features games, a petting zoo and shows. Four days various other fibres, accessories, tips, artisans… of country with renowned instructors. In evening, Feel the fibres and succumb to their charm! enjoy our musical shows! Families welcome.
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July 9 to 19 July 23 to 25 Mondial des Cultures Drummondville Festival de Blues de Victoriaville Drummondville Victoriaville 819 472-1184 • 1 800 265-5412 (tickets) 819 552-0073 festivaldebluesvicto.com mondialdescultures.com The Victoriaville Blues Festival offers many A not-to-be-missed event in Quebec’s cultural scene blues shows which will be presented to the Parc for nearly 35 years, the Mondial des Cultures involves Terre-des-Jeunes, as well as in bars and restaurants more than 200 000 visits, 450 interactive and artistic participating. Its extensive and diverse program activities, 400 international artists, representation is bound to please music lovers. from 15 countries, 10 days of festivities, and a number of activities for the younger set. July 23 to 26 Drummondville en fête July 16 to 19 Drummondville Festival Country & Folklorique 819 473-3303 feteauvillage.ca de Plessisville inc. Plessisville Drummondville en fête is a large family-oriented 819 362-3869 countryplessis.qc.ca festival. Various themes are the focus of this celebration : retro, folk, and country music, shows Non-stop country, western and traditional music for seniors and activities for the whole family. performances under the big top on the municipal Free parking for recreational vehicles with the stadium grounds. Traditional gala on Friday purchase of a 4-day pass. Come one, come all! afternoon. Dinner on site Saturday and Sunday. st Country mass and traditional shows on Sunday. July 31 to August 1 Parking available for recreational vehicles. Rendez-Vous Ô Fleuve July 16 to 19 Bécancour 819 233-4636 rendezvousofleuve.net Fêtes du lac William Saint-Ferdinand Rendez-Vous Ô Fleuve takes place at the Sainte- 418 428-4555 lesfetesdulacwilliam.com Angèle dock in the City of Bécancour. The festival provides a unique opportunity to enjoy entertainment Captain William invites you to the 28th edition and experience wonderful discoveries as a family. of the Fêtes du lac William festival. Lots of activities Enjoy the different musical shows performed for the entire family: bingo, a rally on the lake, by artists from the region and beyond. fireworks, a BBQ, musical performances, a folklore gala, kids’ day. Welcome to our beautiful village! July 31 to August 3 Festival des 5 sens de la MRC de Bécancour July 22 to 26 Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard Festival Country de Sainte-Monique 819 840-4746 festival5sens.qc.ca Sainte-Monique 819 289-2185 An extraordinary program full of new features, which will please young and old alike. This not-to-be The Festival Country de Sainte-Monique presents missed family event will stimulate all of your senses. a diverse musical program over a five-day span. Daytime admission to the site, as well as several Country artists performing a variety of different activities, is free of charge. shows. On Sunday, the festival closes with an amateur gala. In addition, a space is set up for festival-goers to dance. Come and party with us!
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August 4 to 9 Foire champêtre et culturelle de Princeville Princeville 819 364-3582 villedeprinceville.qc.ca/Loisirs-et-sports.aspx Free admission for all! A family cultural event. An opportunity for artists, craftspeople, and farmers in the region to display their goods. Performances Le Mondial des Cultures Drummondville for everyone under the tent. Exhibitors on Saturday and Sunday. A week of warm welcomes and celebration! August 5 to 9 Festival du Cochon Sainte-Perpétue 819 336-6190 • 1 888 926-2466 festivalducochon.com Unique event in Quebec proposing a variety of interesting and funny activities mainly relating to pigs. The must-see national greased pig race and the extreme boar challenge will put you in Festival du Cochon a festive mood. Pork on menu, BBQ contest and evening concerts! August 8 Autodrag 255 Baie-du-Febvre 450 783-0255 • 1 866 883-0255 challenge255.com Autodrag 255, the new car and pickup drag racing competition in Baie-du-Febvre. Car exhibition onsite.
August 12 to 16 Autodrag 255 Caval’Art Saint-Germain-de-Grantham 819 395-5039 • 1 800 265-5412 cavalart.ca Caval’Art offers an innovative equestrian show combining theater and equestrian performance on a background of live music. Caval’Art s show is aimed at the whole family, offers on-site quality food promoting local producers, visit of artisans booths and a small farm.
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August 13 to 16 show (free admission for children 12 and under), Fête au Village de Wickham three major concert evenings, ten guests restaurateurs. Wickham 819 473-3303 feteauvillage.ca August 28 to 30 Taking place at Camping Plage des Sources, Rock Fest de Saint-Pierre-Baptiste the festival is celabrating it’s 18th year with the Saint-Pierre-Baptiste following themes: country & western, retro and 418 453-2663 rockfeststpierrebaptiste.com folk music, comedy and lots of surprises. Four days of festivities and good times. Free parking for Rock Fest is a three-day cultural event highlighting recreational vehicles with services available. the region’s many talented artists. Music, dancing, dinner, and family day with games and activities August 14 to 16 for children, all in a unique festive atmosphere in the Challenge 255 Saint-Pierre-Baptiste maple grove. Come rock with us! Baie-du-Febvre September 17 to 21 450 783-0255 • 1 866 883-0255 Festival de la Paix de Victoriaville challenge255.com Victoriaville Experience the thrill of drag racing featuring 819 552-3511 festivaldelapaix.ca motorcycles, pick-up trucks, and heavy-duty trucks. A guaranteed adrenaline rush! Heavy truck Show n’Shine, 4 days of activities to instill more happiness in a sound and light show, a vintage car show, a family your daily life! Shows, family activities, discovery zone with games and entertainment, and shows workshops, and conferences (themes: couple, family, in the evening. Activity for the entire family. traditional native skills, health, stress management, environment, etc.). Come fill up on hope and leave August 23 with a smile in your heart! Gran Fondo Centre-du-Québec September 19 Drummondville, Défi du Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly 418 704-5031 • 1 888 704-5031 granfondocentreduquebec.com Bécancour 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 A large-scale cycling event that combines the pleasure 1 800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com of taking on a challenge, the complicity between cyclists, sharing efforts and discovering the region. The Défi du Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly 4 different routes with timed sections invites riders enables participants to experience an adventure to excel. Take part in this grand cycling event with course while enjoying the magnificent backdrop of an Italian flair! Visit our website for more information. Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly. Mountain biking, racing, and kayaking. Solo, duo and youth versions. August 27 to 29 [pub. p. 84]
Festival de la Poutine Drummondville 819 474-2696 festivaldelapoutine.com Drummondville’s Festival de la Poutine invites you to its 8th edition that will be held outside of Centre-Marcel-Dionne. On the menu: a children’s
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September 26 and 27, October 3 and 4 and October 10, 11 and 12 Gleason en couleurs Tingwick 819 359-2300 • 1 888 349-2300 montgleason.ca Three magical weekends to admire the colours of our magnificent region. Come and enjoy the mountain’s fresh air. Activities are available for all the family surprises await the young and old alike! Hike the mountain or take the lift. A large sale Challenge 255 of new and used ski and snowboard equipment. October 2 to 31 Village hanté – Le Village Québécois d’Antan Inc Drummondville 819 478-1441 • 1 877 710-0267 villagequebecois.com If a haunted house scares you, imagine an entire village! The Haunted Village features 2 kilometres of streets and pathways, 30 haunted sites, over 90 actors, strange decor, special lighting, and more. This event is for thrill-seekers but also for families Défi du Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly (areas for children). October 3, 4 and 10, 11 Balade gourmande Victoriaville 819 751-9990 • 1 855 751-9990 baladegourmande.ca The Balade Gourmande presents different marked gourmet routes, so that you can meet passionate producers and processors, and taste their delicious products. The routes also feature stops at various small markets, totalling more than 80 exhibitors. Balade gourmande
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October 10 and 11 October 24 and 25 Fenêtre sur l’art Victoriaville et ses oies, une envolée Chesterville artistique 819 200-4555 fenetresurlart.com Victoriaville 819 758-9451 • 1888 758-9451 Exhibition featuring the creativity of amateur victoetsesoies.com and up-and-coming painters and craftspeople from the Chesterville region. Discover often-hidden On the banks of the Réservoir-Beaudet, classified talent and admire the exceptional fall landscapes. as an Important Bird Area in Quebec, this event brings together painters, sculptures, photographers October 17 and other professional artists in ornithological art. La Grande Tablée des Oies Observation, conferences and festive activities Baie-du-Febvre for the entire family are not-to-be-missed! 450 783-6996 oies.com December 11 to 31 Come and enjoy the region’s most popular Village illuminé Desjardins – gourmet seven-course meal! Dishes concocted Le Village Québécois d’Antan Inc by acclaimed chefs and based on savoury local Drummondville products. A golden opportunity to try Baie-du-Febvre 819 478-1441 • 1 877 710-0267 goose, which is a key feature on the event’s menu. villagequebecois.com The perfect place to celebrate the holiday season as a family, with your sweetheart, or among friends! Over 40 activities and places for young and old to visit: A fairyland decor (25 000 lights), the elves’ workshop, horse-drawn carriage rides, Christmas storytelling in the church, doughnut shop, boot hockey, entertainment in the houses and much more.
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62 tourismecentreduquebec.com visiting and having fun | culture and heritage ANTIQUES
CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Les Antiquités 3A Antiques 706, rang des Cèdres, Victoriaville 819 225-4112 antique3a.com Victoriaville and the surrounding area Antiques, custom reproductions, manufacturing and Antiquités Jean Deshaies «Kojak» restoration of kitchens, furniture stripping, finishing, 1551, boul. Jutras Ouest, Victoriaville decorations, hardware, Les Anciens Ébénistes products 819 752-9540 • 819 357-0458 as well as a vast range of Livos environmentally antiquitekojak.com sustainable products. Schedule: year-round. Antiquités Jean Deshaies, alias “Kojak”, features thousands of square feet of little treasures and Nicolet and the surrounding area impressive pieces. In addition to selling wholesale Antiquités Benoît Rochefort and retail, Jean Deshaies purchases antiques. Schedule: year-round. 440, des Érables, Sainte-Eulalie 819 225-4454 rochefortantique.com Antiquité Lauraine Gaudet Specialty: pine furniture. Wholesale/retail purchases 149, route 261 Nord, Maddington Falls and sales. Schedule: Friday to Sunday. By reservation 819 367-2758 • 819 367-2012 at other times and during very cold period. antiquiteslaurainegaudet.sitew.ca Antiquités Michel Prince Specialties: lamps, bronze, dishes, knickknacks, lace, jewellery, Victorian furniture and furniture of all kinds. 930, rang des Cèdres, Sainte-Eulalie Advertising pieces, lots of garage items. Vintage 819 225-4292 • 1 800 648-4292 clothing. General store inventory. Schedule: michelprince.ca May to October. Closed on Sundays. Appraisal and rental service. One of the best selection of antiques in Quebec. Wide selection of furniture and decorative items. Schedule: year-round.
64 tourismecentreduquebec.com visiting and having fun | culture and heritage ANTIQUES, BOUTIQUES, ART GALLERIES ET WORKSHOPS AND SUMMER THEATERS AND CONCERT HALLS
L’Artisan du Meuble et les Meubles Nicolet and the surrounding area des Artisans Boutique les Pelleteurs de nuages p. 44 946, rang des Cèdres, Sainte-Eulalie 819 471-1237 artisandumeuble.com Plessisville and the surrounding area
In the very heart of the hub of antique dealing in Galerie d’Art-Café, Aux 5 sens p. 32 Quebec, Artisan du Meuble and Meubles des Artisans (now under one roof!) offer reproductions, antique furniture made from old recycled or new wood, and custom-made furniture. Schedule: Thursday Summer to Sunday. By reservation on Wednesdays. theaters and Les Poêles d’Antan inc. concert halls 805, rue Principale (route 161), Saint-Wenceslas 819 224-7914 poelesdantan.com Drummondville and the surrounding area Purchase, sale and restoration of antique wood stoves. Also, replacement parts (new and used) for antique Maison des arts Desjardins wood stoves. Schedule: year-round. Saturdays Drummondville p. 13 and Sundays, by appointment. Victoriaville and the surrounding area Outside the region Théâtre des Grands Chênes p. 20 Atelier du Vieux Pin Le Carré 150 p. 24 5255, rue des Seigneurs Est, Saint-Hyacinthe 855 275-9707 • 1 855 275-9707 Plessisville and the surrounding area atelierduvieuxpin.com Nouveau Théâtre Manufacturer and designer of custom-made furniture de Saint-Pierre-Baptiste p. 32 and kitcheen cabinet. Distributor and designer of decorative hardware and finishing products. Nicolet and the surrounding area Schedule: year-round. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Théâtre du Coq p. 47 Boutiques, art galleries and workshops
Drummondville and the surrounding area
Axart p. 12
Circuit des arts de la MRC de Drummond p. 12
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NATURE AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
sector’s wide range of flavours. Treat yourself to Cyclo-tourism cycling along the 7.5-km maintained trail through The Centre-du-Québec region is the perfect the Forêt Drummond woods overlooking the destination for cycling getaways and vacations. fast-flowing St. Francis River. Schedule: May From the St. Lawrence River to the Appalachian to October. foothills, our cycling trails are ideal for exploring and our circuits follow beautiful, safe country Victoriaville and the surrounding area roads where there is little traffic. Order our free Parc linéaire des Bois-Francs regional cycling map and discover our cycling packages at tourismecentreduquebec.com/ Victoriaville cycling. 819 758-6414 parclineairebf.com Marked Route verte and recognized as a Trans Canada Drummondville and the surrounding Trail, this cycling trail built on a former railway bed area criss-crosses the Arthabaska and Érable regional Circuit des traditions – municipal counties (MRCs). It leads cyclists through Réseaux Plein Air Drummond 77 km of picturesque countryside and welcoming urban areas from Tingwick to Lyster by way of Drummondville Warwick, Saint-Christophe-d’Arthabaska, Victoriaville, 819 477-5995 • 1 877 235-9569 Princeville, Plessisville and Laurierville. Its rural reseauxpleinair.com sectors become snowmobile trails in the winter. The Circuit consists of four cycling trail loops covering [pub. p. 1] more than 183 km. The main 57-km stretch is part of the Route Verte No. 4, passing through Wickham, Drummondville, Saint-Majorique, Saint-Bonaventure, and Saint-Pie-de-Guire. Winding, shaded trails unveil the Drummondville area’s riches, meandering through rural landscapes featuring the agricultural
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Biking tours Victoriaville and the surrounding area
Boucle des silos Difficulty Victoriaville ● : Easy ■ : Intermediate ◆ : Difficult Length: 68 km Paved shoulder Difficulty: ● Drummondville and the surrounding area La petite escapade Boucle des deux rivières Daveluyville Drummondville Length: 56 km Paved shoulder Length: 46,5 km Crushed stone off-road bike path, Difficulty: ● paved designated shared roadway, bike lane Difficulty: ● Le périple panoramique Victoriaville Boucle du moulin Length: 91 km Bike lane, paved shoulder Drummondville Difficulty: ◆ Length: 83,5 km Crushed stone off-road bike path, paved designated shared roadway, bike lane La balade des fleurs Difficulty: ■ Warwick Length: 42 km Paved and crushed stone off-road Boucle des vergers bike path, paved shoulder Drummondville Difficulty: ● Length: 28,5 km Crushed stone off-road bike path, paved designated shared roadway, bike lane Plessisville and the surrounding area Difficulty: ● La rivière Bécancour Lyster Les Rives de la Saint-François Drummondville Length: 51,2 km Paved and crushed stone off-road bike path, paved shoulder Length: 80,4 km Paved and crushed stone off-road Difficulty: ■ bike path, paved designated shared roadway, bike lane Difficulty: ■ Les grandes Appalaches Princeville Boucle de la Plaine Drummondville Length: 65,4 km Paved and crushed stone off-road bike path, paved shoulder Length: 91,7 km Paved and crushed stone off-road Difficulty: ◆ bike path, paved designated shared roadway, bike lane Difficulty: ■
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La Capitale mondiale de l’érable Route du Petit Deschaillons Plessisville Deschaillons Length: 23,5 km Paved and crushed stone off-road Length: 40 km Paved off-road bike path and bike path crushed stone, paved designated shared roadway Difficulty: ● Difficulty: ●
Le tour du lac William Au pays des canneberges Saint-Ferdinand Saint-Sylvère Length: 34,9 km Paved shoulder Length: 45 km Paved designated shared roadway Difficulty: ● Difficulty: ●
La route du bronze Nicolet and the surrounding area
Sainte-Julie Nicolet – La Visitation – Baie-du-Febvre
Length: 44,6 km Crushed stone off-road bike path Length: 64,8 km Paved and crushed stone off-road Difficulty: ■ bike path, paved designated shared roadway Difficulty: ■ Bécancour and the surrounding
Circuit du lac Saint-Paul Pierreville – Saint-François-du-lac et rives de la Bécancour Length: 45 km Paved designated shared roadway Bécancour Difficulty: ● Length: 57,5 km Paved and crushed stone off-road bike path, paved designated shared roadway, Saint-Zéphirin paved shoulder Length: 52 km Paved designated shared roadway Difficulty: ● Difficulty: ●
Circuits des découvertes Saint-Léonard-d’Aston Bécancour Length: 44 km Crushed stone off-road bike path Length: 70,3 km Paved and crushed stone off-road Difficulty: ● bike path, paved designated shared roadway, bike lane Difficulty: ■ Sainte-Monique – Sainte-Pertétue Length: 54,8 km Unmarked bike route on roadway La Champêtre Difficulty: ● Bécancour Length: 46,9 km Paved designated shared roadway, paved shoulder Difficulty: ●
68 tourismecentreduquebec.com visiting and having fun | nature and outdoor activities SHUTTLE SERVICE AND MOUNTAIN BIKING
Shuttle service
Pont Laviolette crossing Remorquage R. Montpas, Bécancour 819 233-4414 Meeting point South shore: Bécancour Tourist information office North shore: Les Suites de Laviolette, Trois-Rivières Schedule: daily
Vélo sur la rivière between Pierreville and Saint-François-du-Lac Pontoon boat service Parc du Mont-Arthabaska 1 866 279-0444 • 450 568-2124 Meeting points Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly $ Federal wharf, sector Notre-Dame-de-Pierreville Marina Mr. B, Saint-François-du-Lac 1000, route des Flamants, Bécancour Schedule: June 24 to Labor Day. Variable hours.. 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 1-800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com The Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly has 20 km Mountain biking of single-track trails for mountain biking. In winter, 10 km of trails are mechanically groomed for fat Bécancour and the surrounding area biking. Family pump track. Also on site: a bike wash, showers, and a community hall. Camping as well as Parc du Mont-Arthabaska rustic lodges and ready-to-camp units are available ($) 100, chemin du Mont-Arthabaska, Victoriaville for everyone to enjoy. [pub. p. 84] 819 751-4520 montarthabaska.com Thanks to recently completed redesigning efforts, this park is the only mountain in the Centre-du-Québec region with 15 km of technical trails. Fans of mountain biking will be delighted with the trails in the newly developed “Bike Park”. Take a test run and challenge your skills! At the top, a bistro-bar and breathtaking view of Victoriaville and surrounding area await. [pub. p. 1]
Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly
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Hunting Fishing
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Victoriaville and the surrounding area
Pourvoirie Destination Le Mirage inc. $ Trip de pêche $ Victoriaville Victoriaville 819 357-9011 • 1 877 557-9011 819 740-7390 tripdepeche.com destinationlemirage.com Trip de pêche is a customized fishing guide service Licensed outfitter offering migratory bird hunting offering an experience under the best possible packages (snow goose, Canada goose, duck conditions, in a setting ideal for catching fish and others) in the Victoriaville region. More than and relaxing. Enjoy a unique fishing experience 35 hunting sites on rented private agricultural on a float tube or in a boat. Several packages land spread out over a maximum 15-km radius available. For more information, visit our website. from Réservoir Beaudet in Victoriaville. This Reservations required. body of water is a stopping ground for close to 150 000 birds annually during migratory periods, making it one of Eastern Canada’s major staging areas. White-tailed deer and wild turkey hunting packages also available.
Nicolet and the surrounding area
S.A.R.C.E.L. Inc. $ 532, route Marie-Victorin, Baie-du-Febvre 450 783-6090 sarcel.com SARCEL is a non-profit organization owning 350 hectares of land and with wildlife rights on another 155 hectares, all of which is adjacent to the Nicolet migratory bird refuge. In 1983, SARCEL conducted the first agricultural/ wildlife project Pêche Nicolet on wildfowl management on a North American scale. SARCEL has been offering controlled wildfowl hunting Pêche Nicolet $ in the fall since 1985. Schedule: waterfowl hunting season open until November 1. 44, rue Principale, Notre-Dame-de-Ham 819 344-5844 pechenicolet.coom Discover a unique fishing route in Quebec only 15 minutes south of Victoriaville, along the Nicolet River! More than 60 natural and developed fishing holes accessible midstream via well-maintained trails. Brook, brown or rainbow trout are stocked each week. The permitted quota is five catches 10 to 22 inches in length. Sectors for light casting and an exclusive sector for fly fishing. Treat yourself to a peaceful and charming site! Access fee. On site lodging available upon reservation.
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Hiking Bécancour and the surrounding area Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly $ Victoriaville and the surrounding area 1000, route des Flamants, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 Sentier des trotteurs $ 1 800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com Departure #1: Welcome Station at Parc des Loisirs 1425, rue Corriveau (route 263), The Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly boasts an Sainte-Hélène-de-Chester important network of hiking trails. The particularity Departure #2: Pavillon Arthabaska of this site is its close proximity to Rivière Beaudet 100, chemin du Mont Arthabaska, Victoriaville (Beaudet River), Rivière Gentilly (Gentilly River), 819 260-1564 sentierdestrotteurs.com and the Chutes à Thibodeau (Thibodeau Falls)! During winter, snowshoeing, snow tubbing and Located in the Trottier sector of Sainte-Hélène-de- cross-country, fat bike, skiing are possible. Lodging: Chester, the Des Trotteurs trail offers a 6-km loop rustic camping along the water, camping with (Sentier des Cascades) and 10-km loop (Sentier services, and rustic cottage rentals. Activities: fishing, du Pic) in a magical décor. You can also enjoy mountain biking. [pub. p. 84] the Appalachians’ treasures by hiking the trails in one direction for 26 km to Mount Arthabaska where you’ll also find a 10-km loop. Schedule: year-round except during hunting season.
Plessisville and the surrounding area
Parc régional des Grandes-Coulées Administration : 1280, av. Trudelle, Plessisville Sector: Forêt-Ancienne : Route du Plé, via 265, Plessisville Sector: Grande-Tourbière : Chemin du canyon, exit 253 highway 20, Villeroy 819 621-1333 parcdesgrandescoulees.com The Parc régional des Grandes Coulées is divided in 2 different sectors where you can find walking trails. The 10-km Forêt Ancienne trail is ideal for hiking, mountain biking, geocaching and snowshoeing. Discover our trout fishing and interpretation routes. The heated shelter now offers rustic lodging that includes basic equipment. GPS rally with equipment rental. The 3-km Grande-Tourbière trail takes you through an unusual milieu over a 1.1-km boardwalk. Schedule: Administration ans Forêt Ancienne sector: year-round. Grande tourbière de Villeroy sector, May 1 to October 31.
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Club de golf de Victoriaville ★★★★ Golf 223, rue Perreault, Victoriaville 819 752-4907 golfvictoriaville.com ★ Voluntary classification Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 72 Length (yards): 6 000 Services: ö ¶ Drummondville and the surrounding area Plessisville and the surrounding area
Club de Golf de Drummondville Club de Golf Laurier e 400, chemin du Golf, Drummondville 651, 12 rang Ouest, Princeville 819 478-4484 golfdrummond.com 819 364-7861 golflaurier.com Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 72 Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 72 Length (yards): 6 543 Services: ö ¶ Length (yards): 5 500 Services: ö ¶
Club de Golf Hériot ★★★★ Club de Golf des Bois-Francs ★★★ 4205, chemin Tourville, Drummondville 25, rue du Lac Nord, Princeville 819 398-5255 golf-heriot.com 819 364-7117 • 1 866 664-7117 golfboisfrancs.com Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 72 Length (yards): 6 427 Services: ö ¶ Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 72 Length (yards): 7 004 Services: ö ¶ Club de Golf l’Émeraude Club de Golf de Plessisville ★★★ 2064, boul. Lemire Ouest, (1990) inc. Saint-Majorique-de-Grantham 819 475-1177 • 819 388-8297 328, rang du Golf, Plessisville golfemeraude.com 819 362-3387 • 1 877 362-3387 golfplessisville.com Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 57 Length (yards): 3 000 Services:ö ¶ Total number of holes: 27 Normal: 72 Length (yards): 6 400 Services: ö ¶ Victoriaville and the surrounding area Bécancour and the surrounding area Club de Golf Cristal Club de golf Godefroy 251, chemin de la Grande Ligne, Saint-Rosaire 819 751-4653 • 1 888 751-4646 17500, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour cristal.qc.ca 819 233-2255 golfgodefroy.qc.ca Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 72 Total number of holes: 18 Normal: 71 Length (yards): 6 200 Services: ö ¶ Length (yards): 6 058 Services: ö ¶
72 tourismecentreduquebec.com visiting and having fun | winter fun DOGSLEDDING AND QUAD
WINTER FUN
Dogsledding Quad More than 1250 km of trails accessible in Plessisville and the surrounding area winter. In summer, there are 200 km on which Randonnée Mïcklà $ to practice your favourite sport. Travel along 320, route 116 Ouest, Plessisville one of our 5 Quad Road touristic circuits. 819 362-7394 • 819 362-1212 To order your ATV trail map: 1 888 816-4007 traineau.ca or tourismecentreduquebec.com/quad A unique experience – hit the trails driving your own To purchase a trail permit, contact one of dog sled or be chauffeured by an experienced guide! the region’s 5 ATV clubs: For the uninitiated, an outing of an hour or two will get you hooked. Enthusiasts will be thrilled with Drummondville and the surrounding a 3-hour adventure. Enjoy one of our many packages, area including : the Aux Plaisirs partagés B&B, Manoir Club quad Centre-du-Québec 17-160 du lac William, etc. Hiking trails and restaurant Drummondville on site. Schedule: departures at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 819 477-1766 centreduquebec.fqcq.qc.ca weather permitting.
Club Kasquad (Club Cœur du Québec) Saint-Félix-de-Kingsey 819 397-2753 kasquad.fqcq.qc.ca
Le Moto Club Drummond Inc. Drummondville 819 474-2952 • 1 877 677-2952 motoclubdrummond.fqcq.qc.ca
74 tourismecentreduquebec.com Photo credit: Michel Julien visiting and having fun | winter fun QUAD, SNOWMOBILING AND SNOWMOBILE AND/OR ATV RELAYS
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Club motoneige Riv-Bec Inc.
Moto-Club Bois-Francs Inc. Bécancour 819 294-2479 Victoriaville 819 758-0014 motoclubboisfrancs.com
Plessisville and the surrounding area Snowmobile Club Sport «4» de l’Érable Inc. and/or Plessisville 819 362-5001 clubsport4delerable.fqcq.qc.ca ATV relays Domaine du lac Louise Snowmobiling 950, route 263, Saint-Louis-de-Blandford 819 364-7002 domainelaclouise.com The region offers 1000 km of snowmobile trails that reveal the charm of the St. Lawrence Rest stop, unloading area, sale of ATV and Valley and the beauty of the Appalachian snowmobile trail permits. Schedule: end of foothills. Order your snowmobile trail map: December to mid-March. 1 888 816-4007 or tourismecentreduquebec.com/ motoneige. Relais Mïcklà To purchase a trail permit, contact one of 320, route 116 Est, Plessisville the region’s 2 snowmobile clubs: 819 362-1212 traineau.ca Formerly named the Sucrerie d’Antan, Relais Victoriaville and the surrounding area Mïcklà now houses a sledding dogs business Club des Alléghanish des Bois-Francs and a snowmobile relay. Schedule: also open Victoriaville by reservation during summer. 819 752-3535 alleganish.com
Bécancour and the surrounding area
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Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing
Downhill skiing Snowshoeing Cross-country skiing
Difficulty downhill skiing: ● : Easy ■ : Difficult ◆ : Very difficult ◆◆ : Extreme Difficulty snowshoeing and cross-country skiing: Snow tubing Fat bike ● : Easy ■ : Intermediate ◆ : Difficile Total number of trails (lit-up slopes) Vertical drop (m) Lifts Difficulty length (km) Total number Total Difficulty length (km) Total number Total Difficulty Ski skating Services
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Gleason 5 280, chemin du Mont-Gleason, Tingwick 18 ● ● 203 4 9 7 6 N/A ✓ ö¶ 819 359-2300 • 1 888 349-2300 (5) ■ ■ montgleason.ca ◆4
Parc du Mont Arthabaska 100, chemin du Mont Arthabaska, Victoriaville 819 751-4520 N/A 10 7 ■ 14,8 6 ■ 2,5 ✓ ✓ ö montarthabaska.com
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Mont Apic 1361, route Bellemarre, Saint-Pierre-Baptiste 10 90 2 ●10 N/A N/A ✓ ö¶ 418 453-2357 montapic.com
Drummondville and the surrounding area Parc Aventure Drummond – La Courvalloise 526, rang Sainte-Anne, Drummondville N/A 13 5 ● N/A ✓ ✓ ö 819 397-4544 • 1 877 397-4544 reseauxpleinair.com
Ski de fond Saint-François 1425, rue Montplaisir, Drummondville ● N/A N/A ö 819 478-5475 • 819 471-6191 21 10 ■ 7 skidefondsaintfrancois.ca
Bécancour and the surrounding area Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly 1000, route des Flamants, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford ● ● N/A 20 3 ✓ ✓ 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 • 1 800 944-1285 ■ 15 4 ■ N/A ö rivieregentilly.com
76 tourismecentreduquebec.com visiting and having fun | winter fun DOWNHILL SKIING, CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING, SNOWSHOEING AND SNOW TUBING
Downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snow tubing
Downhill skiing Snowshoeing Cross-country skiing
Difficulty downhill skiing: ● : Easy ■ : Difficult ◆ : Very difficult ◆◆ : Extreme Difficulty snowshoeing and cross-country skiing: Snow tubing Fat bike ● : Easy ■ : Intermediate ◆ : Difficile Total number of trails (lit-up slopes) Vertical drop (m) Lifts Difficulty length (km) Total number Total Difficulty length (km) Total number Total Difficulty Ski skating Services
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Gleason 5 280, chemin du Mont-Gleason, Tingwick 18 ● ● 203 4 9 7 6 N/A ✓ ö¶ 819 359-2300 • 1 888 349-2300 (5) ■ ■ montgleason.ca ◆4
Parc du Mont Arthabaska 100, chemin du Mont Arthabaska, Victoriaville 819 751-4520 N/A 10 7 ■ 14,8 6 ■ 2,5 ✓ ✓ ö montarthabaska.com
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Mont Apic 1361, route Bellemarre, Saint-Pierre-Baptiste 10 90 2 ●10 N/A N/A ✓ ö¶ 418 453-2357 montapic.com
Drummondville and the surrounding area Parc Aventure Drummond – La Courvalloise 526, rang Sainte-Anne, Drummondville N/A 13 5 ● N/A ✓ ✓ ö 819 397-4544 • 1 877 397-4544 reseauxpleinair.com
Ski de fond Saint-François 1425, rue Montplaisir, Drummondville ● N/A N/A ö 819 478-5475 • 819 471-6191 21 10 ■ 7 skidefondsaintfrancois.ca
Bécancour and the surrounding area Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly 1000, route des Flamants, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford ● ● N/A 20 3 ✓ ✓ 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 • 1 800 944-1285 ■ 15 4 ■ N/A ö rivieregentilly.com
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REGIONAL DELIGHTS
Sugar shacks Drummond and the surrounding area Village sucré – $ Victoriaville and the surrounding area Le Village Québécois d’Antan Inc 1425, rue Montplaisir, Drummondville Érable Rouge $ 819 478-1441 • 1 877 710-0267 3324, Rte 161, Saint-Valère villagequebecois.com 819 353-1616 erablerouge.com In March and April, the Village Québécois d’Antan Érable Rouge offers real old fashioned sugaring-off has a lot more to offer than just a sugar shack! parties: all-you-can-eat homemade cuisine served The Village Sucré offers a comprehensive experience at the table; guaranteed 100% pure maple syrup; in an exceptional setting (40 period buildings), musical entertainment; horse-drawn wagon rides; a traditional sugar shack meal, made even livelier sap gathering in the bush entirely tapped with by Village musicians, a horse-drawn carriage ride, a buckets; tour of the family cabin where the maple visit to the old-fashioned sugar shack, entertainment syrup is made; souvenir shop. Taffy on snow available on the belvedere, and delicious doughnuts from year round! We make our own snow! Groups, social our doughnut shop, open especially for the occasion. organizations, seniors clubs, family associations, Everything you need to enjoy a great time at the sugar corporate activities, speakers, general meetings, shack with your family, as a group, or with friends. training sessions, and others are all welcome. Schedule: March 7 to April 28. Reservation required. Schedule: by reservation.
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Victoriaville and the surrounding area Gardens and Érablière aux petits plaisirs $ 63, rang des Buttes, Warwick greenhouses 819 358-0555 • 819 352-0298 erabliereauxpetitsplaisirs.ca Drummondville and the surrounding area Sugar time all year round! We offer processed, traditional and innovative maple products as well Rose Drummond Inc as a maple interpretation visit. Our sugar shack 210, boul. Lemire Ouest, Drummondville meals are well known for their authentic and 819 474-3488 • 1 888 767-3210 delicious taste. Also, take advantage of our rose.ca “Experiential Packages” to discover the secrets of maple sugar production. Finally, take 5 minutes Come and discover the only cut flower producer to admire the scenery of the sugar bush, you will in Quebec: two hectares of greenhouses in which be convinced to come back! Schedule: Wednesday roses, gerberas, and alstroemeria bloom daily. to Saturday. At other times by reservation. We also produce tomatoes, cucumbers and sweet peppers, a great way to get vegetables ripened on the plant as in Grandma’s garden. A coffee shop Nicolet and the surrounding area section is newly add to the boutique so you can stop Érablière Prince $ and taste a fresh and healthy meal on your way! 1785, rang 9, Saint-Wenceslas Rose Drummond for a memorable stop on 819 224-4222 the highway 20. Schedule: year-round. www.erabliereprince.ca Plessisville and the surrounding area Sugar shack with meals. Traditional menu. Check out the sap-gathering facilities. Processing and La Jardinerie Fortier sale of maple products: taffy, butter, granulated 99, route 116, Princeville sugar, syrup. Visit the mini-farm. Tour the Musée 819 364-5009 jardineriefortier.com de l’Habitant pioneer museum, and travel into the past, between 1850 and 1950. Horse-drawn The Jardinerie Fortier garden centre is a renowned wagon rides through a century-old forest. Schedule: family-run business that produces high-quality plants. daily, by reservation. This family destination boasts a dynamic team ready to provide you with an exceptional experience. You’ll find a selection of goods such as plants, horticultural products, and decorative items to enhance your environment. Come discover our countrystyle decoration shop. Christmas magic begins October 15 at La Jardinerie Fortier, with a Christmas decoration boutique where you’ll also find a wide assortment of gift ideas. Our mission… to beautify your life! Schedule: March 1 to December 30, daily.
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Victoriaville and the surrounding area Outside the region
Parc Marie-Victorin $ Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière $ 385, boul. Marie-Victorin, Kingsey Falls 7015, route de Pointe Platon, Sainte-Croix 819 363-2528 • 1 888 753-7272 418 926-2462 domainejoly.com parcmarievictorin.com Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière, a well kept secret Stroll through this oversized garden that pays tribute that is worth seeing! This unique natural site to Marie-Victorin, nestled in his home town, and recognized as one of the most beautiful gardens celebrate his 30th anniversary. The entire family in North America offers walk discoveries (over will be amazed! Admire the astonishing giant 3-D 2300 varieties including over 300 new plants mosaicultures and gigantic reproductions of insects distributed in 11 gardens), bird watching (over made of recycled metal as you follow the self-guided 180 species), photography, hiking in the forest or audio-guided trail wandering through six theme- (2.4 km) and family outings on the river (more based gardens. Explore a tropical greenhouse than 8 km of beach). It also offers exhibitions with exotic birds, learn more about botany at the exploring the house Pointe Platon (family laboratory, see the new Passerelle des bâtisseurs history, embroidery and lace) and its art gallery. on the river and enjoy unusual activities and tastings Schedule: May 23 to September 27. Events on season. Schedule: June 6 to October 12. Visit our website for complete schedule.
Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière
Parc Marie-Victorin
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VARIOUS ACTIVITIES
Bioterra Spa santé urbain $ Health centres 4960, rue Dubois, Drummondville 819 472-4886 • 1 800 789-7174 Drummondville and the surrounding area spabioterra.ca
Õpur Spa $ In a luxurious, pampered setting, guests are offered a choice of massage techniques from around the 600, boul. Saint-Joseph, Drummondville world, California hot tub, Finnish sauna, advanced 819 474-7272 • 1 855 414-7272 beauty treatments and relaxation packages, a opurspa.com unique sensory experience! Medical esthetics Õpur Spa accompanies you in your quest for well-being, clinic. Schedule: year-round. rest, and improved health by offering you massage therapy, orthotherapy, balneotherapy, pressotherapy, Victoriaville and the surrounding area and body treatments in a warm and modern setting Azur Groupe Santé Beauté $ while providing outstanding customer service. Treatments that treat cellulite, that remove grease 19, boul. Arthabaska Est, Victoriaville and fill wrinkles.Choose from customized packages 819 758-5454 centreazur.com that will be sure to please as well as packages that A team of body care and beauty treatments include lodging at the Hotel & Suites Le Dauphin professionals welcomes you in a warm setting. and meals at the Globe-Trotter restaurant. Types of care: rain massage therapy, hot stone Schedule: year-round. Variable hours. therapy, four-handed massage, hot seashell massage, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, massage, bamboo massages, orthotherapy, reflexology, lymphatic drainage, sanding and body wrap, pressure therapy, therapeutic baths, esthetic treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures, acrylic nails, laser hair removal, and dietary program. Access to the pool and spa. Our goal is to provide
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you with a personalized approach so the care you receive is memorable. Schedule: year-round. Organized Closed on Sundays. group tours Natureza, Spa Resto Chalet $ Drummondville and the surrounding 13, rang Dion, Saint-Norbert-d’Arthabaska area 819 261-0660 • 1 855 669-9391 naturezaspa.com Office du Tourisme de Drummondville 819 477-5529 • 1 877 235-9569 A small, genuinely peaceful haven where you tourisme-drummond.com can have a unique thermal and sensory experience. Natureza Spa Nordique features a eucalyptus Victoriaville and the surrounding area hammam, dry outdoor sauna, two California-type hot baths, a hot whirlpool bath, a Nordic waterfall, Tourisme Victoriaville et sa région a lake, an outdoor shower, indoor and outdoor 819 758-9451 • 1 888 758-9451 relaxation areas, massage rooms, and beauty tourismeregionvictoriaville.com treatments. Enjoy a unique sensory and personalized experience through a complete range of treatments, Plessisville and the surrounding area health services, and opportunities for relaxation. Schedule: year-round. Tourisme Érable 819 621-1333 • 1 800 360-2989 Plessiville and the surrounding area erable.ca/tourisme Spa détente du lac William $ Nicolet and the surrounding area 3180, rue Principale, Saint-Ferdinand 418 428-9188 • 1 800 428-9188 Office de Tourisme Nicolet-Yamaska manoirdulac.com 819 293-6960 • 1 866 279-0444 Enjoy the experience and feel the difference… tourismenicoletyamaska.com an intimate setting, a warm, welcoming atmosphere, professional care with Spa Relais Santé certification Bécancour and the surrounding area of excellence since 2003. Nordic spa and indoor pool. Office de Tourisme Bécancour et sa région Also, 13 treatment rooms, relaxation room, indoor Jacuzzi, infrared sauna, massage therapy, body care, 819 233-4636 • 1 888 233-4676 beauty treatments, treatments for children becancourtourisme.ca and pregnant women. Packages available with or without lodging. Schedule: daily. Gaz station
Plessisville and the surrounding area
Garage P. Bédard & Fils 291, route 265, Villeroy 819 385-4422 garagepbedard.com Convenience store, liquor outlet.
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FOOD SERVICES
Café Morgane Saint-Frédéric Maximum price 252, rue Brock, Drummondville $: under 15 $$: 15-30 819 474-6970 cafemorgane.ca $$$: 31-50 $$$$: over 50 $ 1, 2 T Meals Our friendly “baristas” will welcome you and prepare 1: breakfast 2: lunch 3: dinner real Italian coffees: enjoy an espresso, cappuccino, latté… or one of a variety of iced specialties, with or without coffee — all in a cosy, friendly atmosphere. Drummondville and the surrounding Visit the boutique for great souvenirs. area
Restaurant La Verrière Restaurant Le Globe-Trotteur 915, rue Hains, Drummondville 600, boul. Saint-Joseph, Drummondville 819 478-4971 • 1 800 711-6047 819 478-4141 • 1 800 567-0995 universel.com le-dauphin.com $$-$$$ 1, 2, 3 3 † T $$ 1, 2, 3 2 † At La Verrière Restaurant, you will find a variety Located in the Hôtel et Suites le Dauphin in of dishes that will satisfy your appetite. In the dining Drummondville, the Restaurant Globe-Trotter room or on the terrace, enjoy one of our specialties. is known for its international fine dining and warm atmosphere.
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Restaurants Au Vieux Duluth Fleur en Bouchée 565, boul. Saint-Joseph, Drummondville 1915, boul. Lemire Ouest, Saint-Majorique- 819 477-2233 auvieuxduluth.com de-Grantham $$ 2, 3 3 T 819 477-7760 fleur-en-bouchee.ca $$-$$$ 1, 2, 3 Close to Highway 20 in Drummondville, this restaurant that is part of the Au Vieux Duluth By reservation only. Fleur en Bouchée, a country-style chain features steak, brochettes, seafood and dining establishment and B&B, warmly welcomes chicken-based dishes as the restaurant’s specialities. guests. Varied menus with a focus on freshness and Bring your own wine restaurant. quality. Possibility of 4 to 8 courses. Bring your own wine. Exclusive reservation of the dining room will Tim Hortons ensure privacy for your meetings. 351-A, chemin Yamaska, Saint-Germain-de-Grantham 818 395-2733 timhortons.com Victoriaville and the surrounding area $ 1, 2, 3 Pâtisserie Amandine & Caramel On the road between Quebec City and Montreal, 187, rue Saint-Louis, Warwick stop at Tim Hortons. For great coffee, a cold drink, 819 358-9393 patisserieboulangerie.ca dessert or a light meal, Tim Hortons is the ideal spot $ 1, 2 T for people in a rush. Artisanal pastries, baked goods, healthy lunch menu, homemade products, custom cakes. Le St-Hubert Express
125, boul. Saint-Joseph, Drummondville Restaurant Le Communard 819 477-6622 st-hubert.com 633, boul. Jutras Est, suite 10, Victoriaville $ 2, 3 † T 819 758-7588 lecommunard.com The St-Hubert restaurant in Drummondville is an $$-$$$ 2, 3 † express restaurant. The menu has been streamlined Savour the fine and multi-flavoured cuisine in order to serve you more quickly. The St-Hubert of Victoriaville’s Le Communard restaurant, with Express has a dining room with no table service. its unique ambience and décor. Located five minutes from downtown, Le Communard offers four- to Rôtisseries Scores seven-course evening meals as well as a menu 120, boul. Saint-Joseph, Drummondville perfectly suited to business lunches. 819 478-6060 scores.ca $$ 2, 3 † Restaurant Pacini Victoriaville Located close to Hwy 20, Rôtisserie Scores welcomes 15, boul. Arthabaska Est, Victoriaville you in a friendly atmosphere and offers you a tasty 819 751-1212 pacini.ca soup and salad bar. $$ 1, 2, 3 † Enjoy the taste of Italy at Restaurant Pacini in Victoriaville! With its traditional bread bar and varied menu, the restaurant is the ideal place to please all tastes.
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Restaurant Le Laurier Restaurant Rioux 19, boul. Arthabaska, Victoriaville 10, rang Smith, Saint-Louis-de-Blandford 819 758-0533 • 1 866 969-0533 819 364-7004 hotelsvillagia.com $ 1, 2, 3 † $$ 1, 2, 3 2 † Located near Highway 20, Restaurant Rioux offers The Laurier Restaurant lets you taste our new menu fast service and Canadian-style food. grill, all served in a warm and friendly environment. Discover how our chef has elevated our most famous Pub L’Ours Noir regional products beyond aristocratic heights. 4, rue Saint-Joseph, Warwick 819 358-5108 publoursnoir.com Cactus Resto-Bar $$$ 2, 3 † T 139, boul. Bois-Francs Sud, Victoriaville 819 758-5311 cactusrestobar.com This restaurant features regional products and $$ 2, 3 † T specialties such as game and tartar. You will enjoy your time in downtown Warwick, near the bike path. Cactus Resto-Bar offers you a much diversified menu (grill, quesadillas, chicken wings, etc.), a large variety Plessisville and the surrounding area of draft beer and a festive and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy shows at night or share a meal with friends Café Rétro Pop and family on their large terrace. 1587, av. Saint-Louis, Plessisville 819 362-2726 Le Restaurant Luxor $$ 1, 2, 3 † 213, rue Notre-Dame Est, Victoriaville A family restaurant located in downtown Plessisville, 819 752-2022 restaurantluxor.com Café Rétro Pop offers a varied menu in a retro setting. $$ 1, 2, 3 3 † T The Restaurant-Bar Le Martin’y is directly above on the second floor. Located in downtown Victoriaville, Café Luxor is a restaurant with a well-established reputation in the region. It offers a diversified menu that can Galerie d’Art-Café, Aux 5 sens be adapted to anyone’s tastes. It also has a liquor 1834, route Dublin, Inverness license and an interesting wine cellar. 855 455-7367 aux5sens.ca $$ 2, 3 T Shad Café This art gallery is a must for its art and for a gourmet 309, rue Notre-Dame Est, Victoriaville break. Take advantage of the eating area and terrace 819 751-0848 shadcafe.com to meet with friends and savour cuisine featuring $ 1, 2, 3 † T regional products. Gift shop, art gallery, café- restaurant- all under the same roof. Shad Café is located in downtown Victoriaville and offers free Wi-Fi while you indulge in one of our paninis, salads, nachos, or pizzas. It is the perfect place to chat with friends while you savour a local beer or an excellent café latté.
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Restaurant-Bar Le Martin’y be delighted with the buffet lunch on weekdays 1587, av. Saint-Louis, Plessisville and brunches on weekends. 819 362-2726 $$ 2, 3 † Resto-Grillades Zema 1507, av. Saint-Louis, Plessisville The Restaurant-Bar Le Martin’y, on the second floor 819 362-9362 of a building in downtown Plessisville, welcomes $$ 2, 3 you to its bar-restaurant, private lounges, and terrace. Resto-Grillades Zema specializes in grilled meat, Manoir du lac William seafood, and pizza. Italian classics, Asian cuisine, 3180, rue Principale, Saint-Ferdinand a children’s menu, and a table d’hôte are available 418 428-9188 • 1 800 428-9188 at all times. Stop in for a delicious meal and quench manoirdulac.com your thirst with one of our three craft beers brewed $$$ 1, 2, 3 3 † T on the premises! The dining room and terrace at Manoir du lac William provide a magnificent view of Lake William. You’ll
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Bécancour and the surrounding area Resto-Bar Marina Sainte-Angèle Inc.
Auberge Godefroy 805, av. des Nénuphars, Bécancour 819 222-8388 17 575, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour $$$ 1, 2, 3 819 233-2200 • 1 800 361-1620 aubergegodefroy.com Located on the shores of the St. Lawrence River, $$$$ 1, 2, 3 2 † T the Restaurant/Bar Marina Sainte-Angèle is a great place for an outing with family or friends Auberge Godefroy proposes first-class culinary discoveries. The Executive Chef and his specialized Nicolet and the surrounding area crew prepare well-balanced and delectable dishes while taking great pride in using sought-after locally Café-Bistro Montfort grown trendy products found nearby. They are experts 1161, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Nicolet at seducing the most discerning palates. 819 293-6222 cafebistromontfort.com $$$$ 2, 3 Auberge Aux mille très’Arts The Café-Bistro Montfort is located in a building 289, rue Principale, Fortierville that is 150 years old. Manager and sommelier 819 287-4416 aubergeauxmilletresarts.com Alain Lafrance and his team extend a cordial invitation $ 2, 3 † T to come taste their comforting yet modern bistro The Auberge Aux mille trés’Arts serves lunch and fare paired with wines from the judiciously dinner and offers you an diversified menu including developed wine list – perfect harmony! regional specialties made with local products.
Le P’tit Café 14 840, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour 819 222-5800 • 1 866 550-3436 savoncarpediem.com $$ 1, 2, 3 † T Creative breakfast, lunch, and snack menu featuring local products. Specialties: French toast, grilled cheese, salads, bagels, coffee, and fresh fruit juice. Craft beer and local wine are perfect companions to the lunch-time delights. Unique ambiance, year-round holiday atmosphere!
Subway Café-Bistro Montfort 16 660, boul. des Acadiens, Bécancour 819 840-5557 subway.com $ 1, 2, 3 T Looking for a place to eat a quick and healthy meal with your family ? Subway offers you bread baked on the premises, different toppings and fresh vegetables to create your own sandwiches.
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ACCOMMODATION
Hôtel-Motel Blanchet ★★★ Price range 225, boul. Saint-Joseph Ouest, Drummondville $: under $75 $$: $75-100 819 477-0222 • 1 800 567-3823 $$$: $101-150 $$$$: $151-200 motelblanchet.com $$$$$: $200 115 units $$ 3 Â ¶ e [pub. p. 95] Key to symbols, p. 106 Hôtel-Motel Drummond ★★★ 105, boul. Saint-Joseph Ouest, Drummondville 819 478-4614 • 1 800 266-4614 Hotels hoteldrummond.com 43 units $ Â ¶ Drummondville and the surrounding area Hôtel Quality Suites ★★★★ Drummondville Best Western Plus Hôtel Universel ★★★★ 2125, rue Canadien, Drummondville 915, rue Hains, Drummondville 819 472-2700 • 1 866 572-2700 819 478-4971 • 1 800 711-6047 les-suites.ca universel.com 71 units $$ 3 Â i º 118 units $$$ 3 Â ¶ i [pub. p. C4]
Hôtel & Suites Le Dauphin ★★★★ Comfort Inn ★★★ 600, boul. Saint-Joseph, Drummondville 1055, rue Hains, Drummondville 819 478-4141 • 1 800 567-0995 819 477-4000 • 1 877 574-6835 le-dauphin.com drummondvillecomfortinn.com 120 units $$$ 3 Â p ¶ i º 58 units $$$ 3 Â [pub. p. 97]
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Motel Alouette ★★ Plessisville and the surrounding area 1975, boul. Mercure, Drummondville Complexe hôtelier Du Pré ★★ 819 478-4166 • 1 866 478-4166 555, rue Saint-Jacques Est, Princeville motelalouette.com 819 364-5333 • 1-866 364-5333 22 units $ Â dupre.ca 20 units $$ Victoriaville and the surrounding area
Auberge Motel Hélène ★★★ Manoir du Lac William ★★★★ 39, boul. Arthabaska Est, Victoriaville 3180, rue Principale, Saint-Ferdinand 819 758-5806 motel-helene.com 418 428-9188 • 1 800 428-9188 7 units $$ manoirdulac.com 55 units $$$ 2 p ¶ e i b [pub. p. 94] Hôtel Quality Inn & Suites ★★★ Victoriaville Motel Le Phare ★★★ 1, boul.Arthabaska Est, Victoriaville 745, av. Saint-Louis, Plessisville 819 330-8888 • 1 855 330-7825 819 362-1121 • 1 866 362-1121 quality-inn-victoriaville.com motellephare.com 74 units $$$ Â p i º 21 units $ ¶ [pub. p. 93]
Hôtel Le Victorin ★★★★ Bécancour and the surrounding area
19, boul. Arthabaska Est, Victoriaville Auberge Godefroy ★★★★ 819 758-0533 • 1 877 845-5344 hotelsvillegia.com 17575, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour 819 233-2200 • 1 800 361-1620 152 units $$$ 3 p ¶ i º aubergegodefroy.com 71 units $$$$ 3 p ¶ e i º Z Plaza Hôtel ★★★ [pub. p. 84] 1000, boul. Jutras Est, Victoriaville 819 357-1000 • 1 866 537-8967 Hôtel-Motel le Cinquante-Cinq ★★★ zplazahotel.com 4810, av. Fardel, Bécancour 50 units $$ p [pub. p. C2] 819 233-2929 • 1 877 569-2929 le55.ca 29 units $$ Â
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Motel Bécancour ★★ Plessisville and the surrounding area 3735, boul. Bécancour, Bécancour Les Chalets Garou ★★★ 819 298-3144 motelbecancour.com 1096, rue Labbé, Saint-Ferdinand 38 units $$ Â 418 428-4245 • 819 362-5197 chaletsgarou.com Nicolet and the surrounding area 2 units n r b & Hôtel Montfort Nicolet ★★★★ Max. capacity of the largest unit: 8 1141, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Nicolet 819 293-6262 • 1 855 293-6262 Chalets Gervais hotelmontfort.ca 770, rang 7, Sainte-Sophie-d’Halifax 67 units $$$ Â ¶ i b º 819 362-2596 chaletgervais.com 2 units Cottages Max. capacity of the largest unit: 6 Bécancour and the surrounding area Victoriaville and the surrounding area Domaine D’Eschaillons Chalets ★★ Natureza Spa – Resto – Chalet ★★★ 300, route Marie-Victorin, 13, rang Dion, Saint-Norbert-d’Arthabaska Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent 819 261-0660 • 1-855 669-9391 819 292-2380 domainedeschaillons.com naturezaspa.com 6 units e b @ Â 4 units Max. capacity of the largest unit: 5 Max. capacity of the largest unit: 4
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Nicolet and the surrounding area Vacation La Maison d’Alice ★★★★ 2464, rang Saint-Joseph, Sainte-Perpétue centres 819 336-6443 • 819 336-6666 lamaisondalice.ca Drummondville and the surrounding 1 unit „ area Max. capacity of the largest unit: 8 Centre Normand Léveillée ★★★★ 950, chemin Hemming, Drummondville 819 478-1201 centre-normand-leveille.ca Hospitality 39 units 2 e r ó Y t village Nicolet and the surrounding area
Victoriaville and the surrounding area Centre récréatif La Visitation ★★
Village d’accueil des Bois-Francs 19, rue Principale, La Visitation-de-Yamaska 450 564-2818 Victoriaville et ses environs lavisitationdeyamaska.net/centre-recreatif 819 879-1180 villagesdaccueil.com/boisfrancs.html 32 units (groups only) Y t f Host familie’s (groups only)
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Au Domaine Gîte Vallée \\\\ Bed and des Roseaux breakfasts 56, rue Laurier Ouest, Victoriaville 819 357-8443 vallee-des-roseaux.com Drummondville and the surrounding 2 units $$ æ , area
À la Bonne Vôtre \\\ 207, rue Lindsay, Drummondville 819 474-0008 • 1 866 474-0008 alabonnevotre.ca 4 units $$ D b , ¶
Gîte L’amour sur la rivière \\\\ 3490, chemin du Golf Ouest, Saint-Majorique-de-Grantham 819 477-3490 • 1 855 477-3490 gitelamoursurlariviere.com Au Domaine Gîte Vallée des Roseaux 3 units $$ D , Aux Plaisirs partagés \\\\ L’Oasis 164, rue Saint-Louis, Warwick 3500, route 122, Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover 819 358-9560 auxplaisirspartages.qc.ca 819 397-2917 giteetaubergedupassant.com/oasis 5 units $$ D b , ¶ 3 units $$ D Â æ b , \\\\ \\\\ Gîte du Champayeur Prés et Vallons 5, rue de l’Hôtel de Ville, Warwick 415, route Mooney, Durham-Sud 819 358-9101 champayeur.qc.ca 819 858-2782 • 819 461-8361 5 units $$ D , ¶ pres-et-vallons.ca 3 units $$ , Â Gîte Presbytère Sainte-Clotilde Á 4, de l’Église, Sainte-Clotilde-de-Horton Victoriaville and the surrounding area 819 336-6009 • 819 477-2337 À la Maison Elzéar Ouellet \\\\ [email protected] 3 units $$ D , æ 5, rue Laurier Est, Victoriaville 819 740-6464 • 819 260-0790 maisonelzearouellet.com Gîte de la Rose \\\\ 4 units $$ D , 1, rue Caron, Kingsey Falls 819 363-2206 gitedelarose.ca Auberge Au fil des saisons \\\\ 5 units $$$ D , 14, rue Laurier Ouest, Victoriaville 819 357-7307 • 1 877 357-7307 aufildessaisons.qc.ca 5 units $$$ D ,
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\\\\ Gîte La Clé d’Art Campgrounds 80, rue Pie X, Victoriaville 819 604-1777 • 819 460-5665 Drummondville and the surrounding gitelacledart.ca area 2 units $$ D b , Camping Centre Naturiste D.S.A. ★★★★ Plessisville and the surrounding area 3000, 3e rang de Simpson, Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover \\\\ 819 478-3661 • 1 877 478-3661 Le gîte du Côteau campingdsa.com 2065, rue Bécancour, Lyster 212 campsites 33-41 $ s i e  v 819 389-1140 gitescanada.com/12875.html 3 units $$ æ D ,  Camping des Voltigeurs – SÉPAQ ★★★★ 575, rue Montplaisir, Drummondville Bécancour and the surrounding area 819 477-1360 • 1 800 665-6527 Auberge Aux mille très’Arts Á sepaq.com/voltigeurs 290 campsites 32-50 $ t i e  ö 289, rue Principale, Fortierville [pub. p. 99] 819 287-4416 aubergeauxmilletresarts.com , ¶ 2 units $$ Camping Plage des Sources ★★★★ 1224, route 139, Wickham Domaine D’Eschaillons Gîte \\\ 819 398-6636 campingdessources.ca 300, route Marie-Victorin 726 campsites 32-42 $ t i e  v Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent 819 292-2380 domainedeschaillons.com Camping Saint-Majorique (2007) inc. ★★★ 5 units $ æ , 2125, boul. Saint-Joseph Ouest, Saint-Majorique-de-Grantham Nicolet and the surrounding area 819 471-4885 Gîte Le Tournebride \\\ 155 campsites 25-35 $ t i e  ö 27, rue Principale, La Visitation-de-Yamaska Club Naturiste Loisirs Air Soleil ★★ 450 564-1184 letournebride.ca 4 units $ æ b ¶ 238, chemin Allard, L’Avenir 819 394-2556 loisirsairsoleil.com 379 campsites 42-50 $ s i e v
Camping Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly
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Victoriaville and the surrounding area Camping Tropical ★★★ Camping Domaine du lac Cristal ★★★★ 430, chemin Sault-Rouge, Lyster 819 389-1225 campingtropical.ca 245, chemin Grande-Ligne (route 162), 196 campsites 26-39 $ t i e  v ö Saint-Rosaire 819 752-4275 • 1 888 852-4275 Bécancour and the surrounding area domainelaccristal.com 561 campsites 36-46 $ s i e  v Camping Cap à la Roche ★★★ 1820, route Marie-Victorin, Camping Domaine du lac Louise ★★★★ Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent 950, route 263 Nord, Saint-Louis-de-Blandford 819 292-1212 capalaroche.com 819 364-7002 domainelaclouise.com 199 campsites 27-49 $ s i e  v 350 campsites 36-46 $ t i e  v Camping Parc de motorisés Godefroy ★★ Camping Lac des Cyprès ★★★★ 185, av. Godefroy, Bécancour 175, chemin des Cyprès, Sainte-Séraphine 819 606-0200 • 819 383-8514 819 336-3443 campinglacdescypres.com pdmgodefroy.com 140 campsites 33-45 $ t i e v 19 campsites 45-50 $ s h e  ö Plessisville and the surrounding area
Camping des Bois-Francs ★★★ 826, chemin Gosford, Saint-Pierre-Baptiste 418 428-3528 campingdesboisfrancs.com 148 campsites 29-34 $ t i e  ö
Camping Inverness ★★★ 1771, chemin Gosford Nord, Inverness 418 453-2400 campinginverness.com 80 campsites 29-37 $ s i e Â
Camping Mon Plaisir ★★★★ 149, route de Sainte-Sophie, Plessisville 819 362-7591 campingmonplaisir.ca 204 campsites 26-41 $ t i e  ö
Camping Plage des Sables ★★★ 1450, route 116 Ouest, Princeville 819 364-5769 camping-plagedessables.com 195 sites 28-42 $ t i e v
Camping Plage Paquet Inc. ★★★★ 640, route 263 Nord, Princeville 819 364-5753 campingplagepaquet.qc.ca 325 campsites 39-42 $ t i e v ö
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Camping du Parc régional ★★ de la rivière Gentilly Rustic lodge 1000, route des Flamants, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford Bécancour and the surrounding area 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 1 800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly t i e  ö 54 campsites 26-39 $ 1000, route des Flamants, Sainte-Marie-de-Blandford [pub. p. 84] 819 298-2455 • 1 800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com Camping équestre du Parc ★★ $$ régional de la rivière Gentilly Max. capacity of the largest unit: 6 [pub. p. 84] 5125, rue des Chênes, Bécancour 819 298-2455 • 819 384-5634 1 800 944-1285 rivieregentilly.com 16 campsites 25-50 $ t i [pub. p. 84]
Nicolet and the surrounding area
Camping Val-Léro ★★★ 1000, rang Val-Léro, Saint-Célestin 819 229-3545 • 1 855 229-3545 campingval-lero.com 282 campsites 26-37 $ t i e  ö
Parc régional de la rivière Gentilly
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Tourist information on Centre-du-Québec
Tourisme Centre-du-Québec 20, boul. Carignan Ouest, Princeville (Québec) G6L 4M4 819 364-7177 • 1 888 816-4007, ext. 300 • Fax: 819 364-2120 tourismecentreduquebec.com
Official tourist information offices are shown on roadside signs and in tourist brochures by the “?” symbol.
( Permanent offices ? Seasonal offices Office de tourisme de Bécancour June 24 to Labour Day, daily. 1005, boul. de Port-Royal, Bécancour becancourtourisme.ca Victoriaville : (Vélogare) 20, rue de Bigarré, Victoriaville Office du tourisme de Drummondville 1350, rue Michaud, Drummondville ) Tourist information stands tourisme-drummond.com Saint-Léonard-d’Aston : Madrid 2.0 180, rang du Moulin Rouge Office de tourisme de Nicolet-Yamaska Sortie 202 de l’autoroute 20 20, rue Notre-Dame, Nicolet tourismenicoletyamaska.com
Tourisme Érable 1280, av. Trudelle, Plessisville erable.ca/tourisme Tourist information on all regions By phone: 514 873-2015 ou In person: 1 877 BONJOUR (266-5687) Centre Infotouriste in Montréal, Québec, Rigaud By e-mail: [email protected] or Rivière-Beaudette (offering various tourist services On the Web: quebecoriginal.com and products) Social media: /tourismequebec /tourismequebec #QuebecOriginal
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Quebec tourist regions
01 Îles-de-la-Madeleine tourismeilesdelamadeleine.com 02 Gaspésie tourisme-gaspesie.com 03 Bas-Saint-Laurent bassaintlaurent.ca 04 Québec regiondequebec.com 05 Charlevoix tourisme-charlevoix.com 06 Chaudière-Appalaches chaudiereappalaches.com 07 Mauricie tourismemauricie.org 08 Cantons-de-l’Est cantonsdelest.com 21 09 Montérégie tourisme-monteregie.qc.ca 10 Lanaudière lanaudiere.ca 11 Laurentides laurentides.com 12 Montréal tourisme-montreal.org 18 et 22 13 Outaouais tourismeoutaouais.com 17 14 Abitibi-Témiscamingue tourisme-abitibi-temiscamingue.org 16 15 15 Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean saguenaylacsaintjean.ca
14 2 16 Côte-Nord | Manicouagan tourismecote-nord.com 5 3 1 17 Côte-Nord | Duplessis tourismecote-nord.com 7 4 13 11 11 6 18 Baie-James tourismebaiejames.com 10 20 19 9 8 19 Laval tourismelaval.com 12 20 Centre-du-Québec tourismecentreduquebec.com 21 Nunavik nunavik-tourism.com 22 Eeyou Istchee tourismecri.ca Access to the region
vers Baie-James Kegaska 109 167 Sept-Îles 138 Île d’Anticosti Matagami Chibougamau Godbout Baie-Comeau 113 132 Gaspé 167 Fleuve Saint-Laurent Rouyn- 169 Noranda 172 Tadoussac Rimouski Îles de la Madeleine Québec Saguenay 132 117 170 Rivière-du-Loup 101 381 11 155 138 185 289 Edmundston Île-du- La Tuque 175 Prince- 11 117 Baie-Saint-Paul Nouveau- Édouard Québec Fort Brunswick Trois- Kent 2 North Bay 15 55 Rivières Lévis 8 73 Moncton 105 20 116 17 Saint- 40 2 104 148 Jérôme Drummondville 173 50 Montréal Maine 69 Gatineau Laval Chambly Saint-Jean 11 417 Sherbrooke Ontario Ottawa 10 95 Nouvelle-Écosse 133 55 Halifax 7 15 201 11 400 12 401 89 Vermont Victoriaville 93 Portland New York 0 100 200 km Boston 497 81 89 Drummondville 520 76 Syracuse 1 km = 0,6 mi New Montréal 111 512 163 90 90 91 Buffalo Hampshire Gatineau-Ottawa 210 321 722 361 79 Massachusetts Québec 463 253 153 618 124 Toronto 802 399 546 657 867 705 États-Unis 90 Boston Trois-Rivières 688 135 352 142 71 596 73 Connecticut It is illegal to transport or use radar detectors in Québec. tourismecentreduquebec.com 103 useful information | travelling in Quebec
Plane Bus
Aéroport de Drummondville Terminus d’autobus de Drummondville 4789, boul. Allard, Drummondville 1175, rue Jannelle, Drummondville 819 472-1011 aeroportdrummondville.com 819 850-2111 orleansexpress.com Landing strip and take-off runway, hydro base, custom service and fuel supply. Limited maintenance during Terminus d’autobus de Victoriaville the winter time. 1215, rue Notre-Dame Est, Victoriaville 819 752-5400 Aéroport régional André-Fortin 402, chemin de l’Aéroport, Victoriaville Train 819 752-6560 ville.victoriaville.qc.ca Landing strip, take-off runway and fuel supply. Via Rail – Drummondville Limited maintenance during the winter time. 1 888 842-7245 viarail.ca
TRAVELLING IN QUEBEC
Driving in Quebec Tourist signage Since Canada uses the metric system, speed limits In Quebec, tourist regions and directions and distances are indicated in kilometres per hour to services, attractions and activities are (km/h) and gasoline is sold by the litre (l). indicated on blue roadside signs. For information, see panneaubleu.com Cell phones and tourisme.gouv.qc.ca/signalisation. Use of a hand-held cell phone that does not have a “hands-free” function is prohibited Village-relais services while driving. If you’re tired or you need help, stop in a village-relais, a municipality that offers, Winter tires in co-operation with local businesses, a variety From December 15 to March 15, all taxis and of services like those available at service centres, passenger vehicles registered in Quebec must including food, fuel, mechanical assistance be equipped with winter tires. This requirement and accommodation. They are located also applies to rental passenger vehicles on provincial highways and tourist routes. in Quebec.
Road conditions For information on road conditions, call 511 or 1 888 355-0511 or visit quebec511.info.
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Complaints Electricity To make a complaint about tourism services Quebec’s electric current is 110 volts/60 cycles, received in Quebec, please contact: as it is throughout North America. Since the outlets cannot accommodate European plugs, Ministère du Tourisme du Québec you will need to bring or buy an adaptor. 1 800 463‑5009 (Canada et États-Unis) ou 418 643‑5959 [email protected] Canadian currency Legal tender in Quebec is the Canadian dollar Tipping (CAD), which is divided into 100 cents. Bank notes are available in denominations of 5, Tipping is customary in restaurants, bars and 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars, and coins in taxis. The amount, which is not included in the denominations of 5, 10 and 25 cents as well bill, generally represents 15% of the total bill as 1 and 2 dollars. Bank cards and major credit before taxes. For quick tip calculations, cards are also accepted almost everywhere. Quebecers normally add up both taxes. Tipping bellhops or porters is at your discretion (generally, $1 per bag carried). Emergencies
Emergency Taxes 911, 310‑4141 ou *4141 (from a cell phone) Two taxes apply in Quebec: the federal goods and services tax (GST), of 5%, and Info-Santé (medical advice) the Quebec sales tax (QST), of 9.975%. 811 A tax on accommodations of (3$) also applies in Centre-du-Québec. Quebec Poison Control Centre 1 800 463‑5060 Alcohol, bars and casinos You must be at least 18 years old to enter bars, Hospitals pubs, nightclubs and casinos, as well as to purchase or consume alcohol (be prepared Hospital Sainte-Croix to produce ID if asked). Wines and spirits are 570, rue Heriot, Drummondville sold through the Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ), the provincial liquor board. Beer is Hospital du Christ-Roi available at grocery and convenience stores, 675, rue Saint-Jean-Batiste, Nicolet which also stock a limited selection of wines. Hôtel-Dieu d’Arthabaska 5, rue des Hospitalières, Victoriaville
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KEY TO SYMBOLS
Free access t Electricity f Skating , Private washroom to Wi-Fi 30 amperes @ Fishing º Fitness center < Regional airport u Electricity e Outdoor pool a Downhill skiing 50 amperes D Air conditioning i Indoor pool r Cross-country v Pull-through  Pets allowed b Body of water skiing Free admission Bring your own & Hiking e Dumping station wine $ Paid admission ó Snowshoeing T Terrace æ No credit cards Á Evaluation t Playground accepted pending ) Tourist information stand for kids i Complete comfort Hospital „ Summer theatre station † Licensed ( Permanent office restaurant h Toilet and sink p Relaxation centre/ ? Seasonal office ¶ spa Food services Y Cycling ö Equipment rental b s Electricity Shared washroom Village-Relais n Snowmobiling services
Accessibility
Access for persons with impaired mobility Tourist and Leisure Companion Sticker — Kéroul 418 888-5555 vatl.org 514 252-3104 keroul.qc.ca Companions of disabled individuals with this sticker Kéroul evaluates establishments’ accessibility are admitted free to participating tourism, cultural according to the essential criteria recognized and recreational sites. by Tourisme Québec. Kéroul offers a wide range of cultural and tourism information for visitors with impaired mobility.
2 Visitors with impaired mobility can move about without assistance in the establishment.
3 Visitors with impaired mobility must have assistance to move about in the establishment.
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INDEX
A Circuit d’ateliers, de galeries d’art Fudgerie et boutique et de musées de la MRC de Gourmande...... 39 Access to the region...... 103 Drummond...... 12 Accessibility...... 106 Circuit des traditions...... 66 G Accommodation...... 92 Circuit patrimonial Galerie-Boutique Manu Factum..... 44 Aerial trail...... 11 « L’Érable entreprenante »...... 30 Galerie d’art – Café aux 5 sens..... 32 Agrotourism...... 75 Citadelle...... 31 Garage P. Bédard & Fils...... 83 Alpaga FibreFine...... 48 Concert halls...... 65 Gaz station...... 83 Antiques shops...... 64 Corporation d’animation Heriot..... 12 General information...... 102 Arbre en arbre...... 11 Cottages...... 94 Gleason...... 76 Art galleries...... 65 Cross-country Skiing...... 76 Golf...... 72 Atelier-Boutique L’Angélaine...... 38 Culture and heritage...... 64 Gardens and greenhouses...... 79 ATV (quad)...... 74 Cycling paths...... 66 Axart...... 12 Cyclotourism ...... 66 H Azur Groupe santé beauté...... 82 Halte Chez Lemaire...... 15 D B Health centres...... 82 Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent.... 35 Hiking...... 71 Baie-du-Febvre...... 46 Dogsledding...... 74 Hospitality village...... 95 Bécancour...... 37 Domaine des 3 fûts...... 12 Hotels...... 92 Bécancour and the Domaine du lac Louise...... 75 Hunting...... 70 surrounding area...... 34 Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière...... 80 Bed and breakfasts...... 96 Downhill skiing...... 75 I Bicycle...... 66 Drummondville...... 11 Inverness...... 32 Biking tours...... 67 Drummondville and Bioterra Spa santé Urbain...... 82 the surrounding area...... 10 J Bleuets et cie...... 36 Jardins de Cristal...... 48 Boutiques...... 65 E Jardins des lilas de Bécancour.... 37 Boutique les Économusée de la maroquinerie... 24 Jardinerie F. Fortier...... 79 Pelleteurs de nuages...... 44 Érable Rouge...... 78 Brûlerie des Cantons...... 21 Érablière aux petits plaisirs...... 79 K C Érablière Prince...... 79 Keys to symbols...... 106 Events...... 54 Kingsey Falls...... 19 Café Morgane Saint-Frédéric ...... 12 Exposition à l’église Campgrounds...... 98 de Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard.... 36 L Can’t-miss experiences...... 6 La Courvalloise...... 76 Canard goûteux...... 23 F La Route des clochers de Cascades...... 19 Ferme Bel Alpaga...... 14 la MRC de Bécancour...... 40 Centre aquatique Ferme Bon Autruche...... 14 La Tomaterie de du lac Le Mirage...... 29 Ferme des Hautes Terres...... 22 Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets...... 36 Centre de la Biodiversité Ferme du Bassin...... 13 Le Carré 150 du Québec...... 38 Ferme du Joual Vair...... 39 (Diffusion Momentum)...... 24 Centre d’interprétation acadien..... 38 Festivals...... 54 Le Centre de Victoriaville...... 24 Centre d’Interprétation Fishing...... 70 Le Fief de la rivière...... 40 de Baie-du-Febvre...... 46 Food services...... 86 Les Hémérocalles de l’Isle...... 40 Centre d’interprétation Les petits fruits d’Evélyne...... 30 de la canneberge...... 26 Fraisière Talfor...... 31 Lyster...... 32 Centre d’interprétation de la Fromagerie L’Ancêtre...... 39 Fromagerie Saint-Guillaume.... 15 Fromagerie Lemaire...... 14 M Chesterville...... 22 Fromagerie Victoria...... 24 Madrid 2.0...... 102
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Maison d’école Parc régional de la Shows...... 65 du rang Cinq-Chicots...... 23 rivière Gentilly...... 37, 69, 71, 7 Ski de fond Saint-Frnaçois...... 76 Maison de Bibi...... 39 Parc régional des Snowmobiling...... 75 Maison des arts Desjardins Grandes-Coulées...... 71 Snow tubing...... 76 Drummondville...... 13 Pavillon Arthabaska...... 25 Spas (Health centres)...... 82 Maison et atelier Pêche Nicolet...... 70 Spa détente du lac William...... 83 Rodolphe-Duguay...... 44 Plessisville...... 30 Sugar shacks...... 78 Marché Godefroy...... 40 Plessisville and the Summer theatres...... 65 Microbrasserie Kapadokya...... 30 surrounding area...... 28 Mont Apic...... 76 Plumes et Pacotilles...... 41 T Moulin à laine d’Ulverton...... 16 Portrait of the region...... 8 Théâtre des Grands Chênes...... 20 Moulin Michel...... 40 Port-Saint-François...... 45 Théâtre du Coq...... 47 Mountain biking...... 69 Pourvoirie Destination Tourisme Victoriaville Mouvement ESSARTS...... 14 Lac Mirage...... 70 and the surrounding area...... 83 Musée de la Matchitecture...... 26 Princeville...... 29 Tourisme Érable...... 83, 102 Musée des Abénakis...... 46 Produit de l’Érable Tourism information...... 102 Musée des outils anciens...... 22 St-Ferdinand B...... 31 Travel tools...... 4 Musée des religions du monde.... 49 Q Travelling in Québec...... 104 Musée du Bronze d’Inverness..... 32 Trip de pêche...... 70 Musée Laurier...... 24 Quad (ATV)...... 74 U Musée populaire R de la photographie...... 14 Useful information...... 102 Randonnée Micklà...... 74 N Récoltons le passé...... 41 V Nature and Outdoors Activities.... 66 Regional Delights...... 78 Vacation centres...... 95 Natureza, Spa Resto Chalet ...... 83 Regional map...... 110 Various Activities...... 82 Nicolet...... 43 Relais Micklà...... 75 Vélogare...... 102 Nicolet and the Relays ATV/snowmobile...... 75 Verger des Bois-Francs...... 30 surrounding area...... 42 Rose Drummond...... 79 Verger des Horizons...... 21 Notre-Dame-de-Ham...... 22 Réserve naturelle du Verger Duhaime...... 15 Boisé-du-Séminaire...... 45 Nouveau Théâtre de Verger Nicolet...... 47 Route Celtique...... 32 Saint-Pierre-Baptiste...... 32 Victoriaville...... 23 Route verte...... 66 O Victoriaville and the Rustic lodge...... 100 surrounding area...... 18 Office de tourisme S Vignoble Domaine de Bécancour...... 83, 102 du Clos de l’Isle...... 41 Office de tourisme Sainte-Eulalie...... 48 Vignoble Les Côtes du Gavet...... 21 de Drummondville...... 83, 102 Saint-Félix-de-Kingsey...... 16 Village Québécois d’Antan...... 13 Office de tourisme Saint-Ferdinand...... 31 Village sucré de Nicolet-Yamaska...... 83, 102 Saint-Louis-de-Blandford...... 26 (Village Québécois d’Antan)..... 78 Õpur Spa...... 82 Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets...... 35 Organized group tours...... 83 Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick...... 22 W P Sainte-Monique...... 47 Warwick...... 21 Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard...... 36 Wickham...... 15 Parc du Réservoir-Beaudet...... 25 Saputo...... 30 Winter Fun...... 74 Parc du Mont-Arthabaska...... 69, 76 SARCEL...... 70 Workshops...... 65 Parc écologique Savonnerie Carpe Diem...... 39 de l’Anse du Port...... 45 SC Performance Karting inc...... 47 Z Parc écologique Godefroy...... 40 Sentier des trotteurs...... 71 Zoo Académie...... 46 Parc linéaire des Bois-Francs...... 66 Shuttle service for bike...... 69 Parc Marie-Victorin...... 20, 80
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This tourist guide was produced by Tourisme Centre-du-Québec in collaboration with its partners and the Ministère du Tourisme du Québec. Only members of the regional tourist association are Production: Tourisme Centre-du-Québec featured in this booklet. The information was accurate General manager: Yves Zahra as of fall 2014 and is subject to change without notice. Project supervisor and advertising: Caroline Baril Tourisme Centre-du-Québec shall not be held liable Collaboration: Tourisme Québec et ATR Associées for any involuntary omissions or errors found herein. du Québec et Oasis Communication The next edition will be published in spring 2016. Cover pictures credits: Michel Julien/ Village Québécois d’Antan Dépôt légal : Translation : Stevenson & Writers Inc. — Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, Printer: Norecob 2015 Graphic design: Alphatek — Bibliothèque et Archives Canada, 2015 ISBN 978-2-922720-29-7 ISSN 1495-852X This tourist guide is printed on paper manufactured in Quebec. It contains chain-of-custody certified fiber, including 10% post-consumer fiber. This guide was also entirely produced and printed in Québec. Please pass this guide along before recycling! tourismecentreduquebec.com 109 useful information
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Batiscan
40 40 MAURICIE Saint-Basile- 138 Station REGIONAL MAP Trois-Rivières 138 TOURIST REGION 40 Fleuve Deschaillons-sur- 30 RÉSERVE DELA BIOSPHÈRE DU LAC SAINT-PIERRE Bécancour Saint- Laurent Saint-Pierre- Saint-Laurent 132 Sorel-Tracy (Sainte-Angèle-de-Laval) les-Becquets Cap-Santé Lac Saint-Pierre Bécancour Donnacona Richelieu ( 132 30 Nicolet Bécancour Bécancour (Gentilly) 132 Parisville 226
(Saint-Grégoire) Wôlinak Rivière Sainte-Cécile- Montréal 132 Yamaska ( de-Lévrard Bécancour 263 Fortierville Québec Rivière Baie-du-Febvre 55 (Précieux-Sang) Gentilly Odanak 132 Sud - Ouest Sainte-Sophie- Sainte-Croix MONTÉRÉGIE Rivière Saint-François de-Lévrard TOURIST REGION 261 -du-Lac Pierreville 226 265 Saint- Bécancour 255 Nicolet Sud-Ouest Rivière Sainte- 226 (Sainte-Gertrude) Célestin 218 122 Monique Sainte- 226 Grand- Françoise La Visitation Sainte-Marie- CHAUDIÈRE-APPALACHES Québec h Saint-Esprit Gentilly Saint-Pie- de-Blandford TOURIST REGION Laurier- de-Guire Saint-Elphège Manseau Saint-François Station Rivière Rivière
Rivière Saint- 161 Lemieux Saint-Zéphirin Sylvère 155 Bécancour Villeroy Saint- 261 h 20 Québec Saint- Sainte-Perpétue Wenceslas Bonaventure Rivière 263 h Sainte-Brigitte- Saint-Léonard- (Maddington 259 Daveluyville Falls) Saint-Guillaume des-Saults Nicoletd'Aston Aston-Jonction 143 h Saint-Louis-de-Blandford 122 Drummondville Sainte-Eulalie Notre-Dame- Saint- (Saint-Joachim- 20 h de-Lourdes Saint-Edmond- Majorique de-Courval) Defoy 165 de-Grantham Lyster 116 255 Notre-Dame-du- 261 Saint-Rosaire Bon-Conseil 265 Saint-Eugène ( Saint-Cyrille- Saint-Samuel- CHAUDIÈRE-APPALACHES Drummondville 122 de-Wendover de-Horton 162 TOURIST REGION 955 161 Princeville Drummondville Saint-Valère Plessisville Laurierville 20 239 Saint-Germain- (Saint-Charles- Sainte-Clothilde- de-Grantham de-Drummond) de-Horton ( < 267 Drummondville 122
Montréal (Saint-Nicéphore) MONTÉRÉGIE Inverness TOURIST REGION < 255 Sainte- Saint-Albert Victoriaville Saint-Norbert- 165 Wickham 139 Saint-Lucien Séraphine d'Arthabaska 55 ? Sainte-Sophie- Saint-Pierre- Baptiste Saint-Christophe- d'Halifax Lac Joseph d'Arthabaska 143 Sainte-Élisabeth- 116 263 116 Rivière de-Warwick Warwick L'Avenir Acton Vale Lefebvre Saint- Saint-Félix- 161 Saint-Ferdinand 139 de-Kingsey Kingsey Falls Sainte-Hélène- Lac William François de-Chester 243 255 Tingwick Chesterville Saint-Ferdinand (Vianney) Ulverton Durham-Sud Roxton Falls Saint-Rémi- Saint-Fortunat 116 Thetford Danville de-Tingwick Notre-Dame- Mines 112
Granby 116 de-Ham EASTERN TOWNSHIP Les Trois-Lacs TOURIST REGION Richmond Asbestos Ham-Nord Black Lake 55
Legend 216
Rivière EASTERN TOWNSHIP 112
Saint- TOURIST REGION Highway Tourist information permanent Saints-Martyrs- Coleraine Main road Valcourt? Tourist information seasonal François Canadiens Drummondville and the surrounding area Distance chart 161 Secondary road Hospital Lac Nicolet BécancourDisraeli and the surrounding area Drummondville 143 Border of Sub-region < Regional airport Windsor Nicolet and the surrounding area 72 Bécancour Cycling trail h Roadside rest area Plessisville and the surrounding area 55 24 Nicolet 80 91 90 Plessisville Route des Navigateurs Village-Relais services Saint-Camille 0 2,5 5 km 10 km Victoriaville and the surrounding area Sherbrooke 61 74 72 28 Victoriaville
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Batiscan
40 40 MAURICIE Saint-Basile- 138 Station Trois-Rivières 138 TOURIST REGION 40 Fleuve Deschaillons-sur- 30 RÉSERVE DELA BIOSPHÈRE DU LAC SAINT-PIERRE Bécancour Saint- Laurent Saint-Pierre- Saint-Laurent 132 Sorel-Tracy (Sainte-Angèle-de-Laval) les-Becquets Cap-Santé Lac Saint-Pierre Bécancour Donnacona Richelieu ( 132 30 Nicolet Bécancour Bécancour (Gentilly) 132 Parisville 226
(Saint-Grégoire) Wôlinak Rivière Sainte-Cécile- Montréal 132 Yamaska ( de-Lévrard Bécancour 263 Fortierville Québec Rivière Baie-du-Febvre 55 (Précieux-Sang) Gentilly Odanak 132 Sud - Ouest Sainte-Sophie- Sainte-Croix MONTÉRÉGIE Rivière Saint-François de-Lévrard TOURIST REGION 261 -du-Lac Pierreville 226 265 Saint- Bécancour 255 Nicolet Sud-Ouest Rivière Sainte- 226 (Sainte-Gertrude) Célestin 218 122 Monique Sainte- 226 Grand- Françoise La Visitation Sainte-Marie- CHAUDIÈRE-APPALACHES Québec h Saint-Esprit Gentilly Saint-Pie- de-Blandford TOURIST REGION Laurier- de-Guire Saint-Elphège Manseau Saint-François Station Rivière Rivière
Rivière Saint- 161 Lemieux Saint-Zéphirin Sylvère 155 Bécancour Villeroy Saint- 261 h 20 Québec Saint- Sainte-Perpétue Wenceslas Bonaventure Rivière 263 h Sainte-Brigitte- Saint-Léonard- (Maddington 259 Daveluyville Falls) Saint-Guillaume des-Saults Nicoletd'Aston Aston-Jonction 143 h Saint-Louis-de-Blandford 122 Drummondville Sainte-Eulalie Notre-Dame- Saint- (Saint-Joachim- 20 h de-Lourdes Saint-Edmond- Majorique de-Courval) Defoy 165 de-Grantham Lyster 116 255 Notre-Dame-du- 261 Saint-Rosaire Bon-Conseil 265 Saint-Eugène ( Saint-Cyrille- Saint-Samuel- CHAUDIÈRE-APPALACHES Drummondville 122 de-Wendover de-Horton 162 TOURIST REGION 955 161 Princeville Drummondville Saint-Valère Plessisville Laurierville 20 239 Saint-Germain- (Saint-Charles- Sainte-Clothilde- de-Grantham de-Drummond) de-Horton ( < 267 Drummondville 122
Montréal (Saint-Nicéphore) MONTÉRÉGIE Inverness TOURIST REGION < 255 Sainte- Saint-Albert Victoriaville Saint-Norbert- 165 Wickham 139 Saint-Lucien Séraphine d'Arthabaska 55 ? Sainte-Sophie- Saint-Pierre- Baptiste Saint-Christophe- d'Halifax Lac Joseph d'Arthabaska 143 Sainte-Élisabeth- 116 263 116 Rivière de-Warwick Warwick L'Avenir Acton Vale Lefebvre Saint- Saint-Félix- 161 Saint-Ferdinand 139 de-Kingsey Kingsey Falls Sainte-Hélène- Lac William François de-Chester 243 255 Tingwick Chesterville Saint-Ferdinand (Vianney) Ulverton Durham-Sud Roxton Falls Saint-Rémi- Saint-Fortunat 116 Thetford Danville de-Tingwick Notre-Dame- Mines 112
Granby 116 de-Ham EASTERN TOWNSHIP Les Trois-Lacs TOURIST REGION Richmond Asbestos Ham-Nord Black Lake 55
Legend 216
Rivière EASTERN TOWNSHIP 112
Saint- TOURIST REGION Highway Tourist information permanent Saints-Martyrs- Coleraine Main road Valcourt? Tourist information seasonal François Canadiens Drummondville and the surrounding area Distance chart 161 Secondary road Hospital Lac Nicolet BécancourDisraeli and the surrounding area Drummondville 143 Border of Sub-region < Regional airport Windsor Nicolet and the surrounding area 72 Bécancour Cycling trail h Roadside rest area Plessisville and the surrounding area 55 24 Nicolet 80 91 90 Plessisville Route des Navigateurs Village-Relais services Saint-Camille 0 2,5 5 km 10 km Victoriaville and the surrounding area Sherbrooke 61 74 72 28 Victoriaville
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