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| Winter in the Laurentians |
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The Laurentians is a renown winter and summer
outdoor destination. Located just to the north of Montreal,
this beautiful region offers a wide variety of activities, a
full range of accommodations and some of the worlds best resorts,
restaurants and bars. The quaint villages nestled in the mountain
valleys, provide for great apres-ski (Map of Laurentians Region). Mont
Tremblant is considered the premier snowboard and ski resort
in eastern North America. The resort, along with Saint-Sauveur,
Sainte-Adele and Sainte-Agathe all boast five star restaurants
and great nightlife to go along with the phenomenal skiing.
International travelers should also be familiar with the resorts
found in L'Esterelle, Val David and Val Morin. |
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| The major highway through the Laurentians
is the 15, which cuts right through the heart of the area. Above Ste-Agathe,
the highway turns into the 117, which continues into the north to
Tremblant Resort and on passed Mont Laurier. Most of the regions,
towns, villages and resorts are located just off these highways. |
The Laurentians are blessed with unspoiled
natural areas. A favorite, Parc du Mont Tremblant,
protects a large area of the beautiful Laurentians mountains
and provides for a wealth of outdoor activities. Other
opportunities exist in the areas Nature Reserves, ZECs, Regional Parks and Forests.
The area also has dozens of Lakes and Rivers.
Even if you're pressed for time, don't
miss a trip to Mont Tremblant Park. This beautiful area
is open year round and supports a wealth of activities
including front country and backcountry camping, white
water canoeing, mountain biking, hiking and backpacking.
In the winter, the park is well know for its cross country
skiing, with several cabins or huts which allow for
extended backcountry trips. There is also winter camping
and snow shoeing in the park. |
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| Sea Kayaking
in Oka Provincial Park in the lower Laurentians |
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| The Laurentians area has phenomenal
leaf viewing in the fall. Each year many of the ski hills puts on
a fall festival and the areas colours beg you to catch a ride on the
ski lifts to the top of the mountains. Check out our events page for
the dates and to learn more about other events and festivals in the
area. |
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Dozen's of
factory outlets and boutiques
await you in Mont Saint Sauveur |
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Try your hand at ice climbing
in the winter or pick up some cross country skis
and disappear into the woods for a while. Snowshoeing
is another great way to enjoy nature in the Laurentians
and is very easy to learn. |
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If none of these winter activities
appeals to you, why not try something completely different and go
for an exhilarating dogsled ride.
Mont Tremblant Resort has great
hiking in the summer or you can book a rafting trip on the nearby
Rouge River. Of course you can take advantage of the bike paths
and the nearby P'tit Train du Nord rail trail. Golfers are well
served by the world class courses in the region and at the resort.
If your looking for a more relaxing approach to your vacation, have
a look at the beaches, health clubs and spas.
The Laurentians are serviced by
a number of outdoor companies providing guiding, instruction and
outfitting. The area has several clubs and associations,
which are active in the outdoors. In addition you'll find several
outdoor centers in the region. If you need to
pick up some gear, or perhaps rent a bicycle or canoe drop by one
the regions outdoor retailers. This is also a great place to inquire about
the regions trails, crags and waterways.
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Cities & Towns |
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Events
Festivals and Attractions
- 1001
Pots - Ceramics festival and exhibition, Val David
- Apple
Festival - Lower Laurentians
- Arts
et Metiers d'Art de Mont-Laurier - Upper Laurentians
- Arts
Route - Creative artists studios open to the public in Argenteuil
- Autodrome
Saint-Eustache
- Blainville
International Classic - International Equestrian Competition,
Parc equestre du Blainville, Blainville
- Canadian
Ski Marathon - Hull-Montebello-Lachute
- Centre
d'Art la Petite Eglise
- Saint-Eustache, Lower Laurentians
- Cine-Parc
Saint-Eustache - Drive-in Theatre, Saint-Eustache, Lower Laurentians
- Le
Cinema Pine - Cinema, Sainte-Adele, Mont Tremblant
- Les
Cinemas Carrefour 9 Nord - Exit 45, Highway 15
- Conseil
de la Culture des Laurentides
- Croisieres
Allouette - Boat Cruise, Saint-Agathe
- Festival
of Arts - Saint-Sauveur
- Festival
of Colours - Leaf Festival, Fall, Saint-Sauveur
- Festival
de musique des Basses-Laurentides - Lower Laurentians Music
Festival
- Le
Grande Degustation de Vin - Wine Festival, Saint-Adolphe-d'Howard
- Au
Gre des Saison - Sucrerie, Oka
- Intermiel
- Mead and Honey
- Jude
Pommes - Cider and Apples, Oka
- Labelle
Fraise - Pick your own, Saint-Augustin, Mirabel
- Marche aux
Puces Lasage - Flea Market, (450) 224-4833, Saturday & Sunday,
Prevost, Central Laurentians
- Marche aux
Puces Saint-Eustache - Flea Market, (450) 472-6660, Saint-Eustache,
Lower Laurentians
- Maison
du Village - Culture Centre, Val-David, Central Laurentians
- Mont
Saint-Sauveur Waterpark - Mont Saint-Sauveur
- Nid'Otruche
- Ostrich Farm
- Parc
Aquatic Mont St Sauveur - Water Park, Mont Saint Sauveur
- Parc
Equestrain Blainville - Equestrian Park, Blainville
- Pavillion
des Arts de Sainte-Adele - Concert Hall, Ste-Adele, Central
Laurentians
- Le
Petit Cabane d'la Cote - Sucrerie, Mirabel
- Petit
Theatre du Nord - Central Laurentians
- La
Pent des Pays-d'en-Haut - Snow Tubbing, Piedmont
- Sainte-Adele
in Colours - Leaf Festival, Fall, Sainte-Adele
- Sainte
Margarite - L'Esterel Winter Festival - February, Sainte Margarite
- L'Esterel
- Saint-Sauveur
Art Festival - Saint-Sauveur
- Saint-Sauveur
Winter Carnival - Winter, Saint Sauveur
- Super
Aqua Club - Water Park, Pointe Calumet, Lower Laurentians
- Super
Splash Sainte-Adele - Water Park, Sainte-Adele, Central Laurentians
- Théâtre
des Erables - Theatre, Sainte-Eustache, Lower Laurentians
- Theatre
Sainte-Adele - Sainte-Adele, Central Laurentians
- Theatre
Saint-Sauveur - Saint-Sauveur
- Verger
Lecroix - Cider and Apples, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac
- Vignobles
des Negondos - (450) 437-9621, by appointment, Saint-Vincent
- Vignoble
de la Riviere du Chene - Winery, Saint-Eustache
- Vignoble
La Roche des Brises - Winery, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac
- Viking
Loppet - Cross Country Skiing, Morin Heights
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Visiting from outside
Quebec: Quebecer's
have a unique place in Canada as one of the founding peoples.
The interaction of the two cultures, while not always seamless,
has contributed to a rich diversity and unique style found no
where else in North America. Quebec's natural heritage, is only
now being fully appreciate by the rest of the world. The Charlevoix,
a world heritage site, the Gaspesie with the spectacular Chic
Chocs, the Torngates of the North are just a few of the natural
wonders of the province.
We have put together pointers to help make your visit to this
unique province even more enjoyable. |
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| Visiting from outside
Canada: Depending
on your country of origin you may have little to understand
or adapt to when you visit Canada. On the other hand many of
Canada's customs, its commerce and cultural may be very new
to some visitors. We have put together a list of helpful information
to assist you in your planning and to take with you when you
go. |
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