The Laurentians’ Chemin du Terroir is a marked route that showcases the region’s rich gastronomy over 226 kilometres. The route is packed with local producers, vineyards, orchards, microbreweries, and agritourism businesses where you can enjoy fresh, artisanal products. It’s an invitation to explore the authentic flavours of the region, an awakening for the senses deep within the picturesque Laurentian countryside—perfect for foodies and for locals to discover something new!
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Say yes to a culinary getaway under the Laurentians sun! Whether you’re a foodie seeking a refined meal or a lover of good food who want to enjoy tasty meals outdoors, the Laurentians have what your taste buds are looking for. Charming and creative restaurants and terraces serve a diverse cuisine showcasing local products. Come and discover these incomparable establishments, where each meal is a celebration of flavour and togetherness, and take advantage of terrace season to spend time with friends or family!
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The Laurentians are a leading destination for cycling enthusiasts! With its stunning landscapes and untouched nature, the region offers delightful experiences in a grandiose environment. Whether you prefer road biking, mountain biking, or bike paths, the Laurentians have a variety of routes for all levels and all preferences. No matter your level of experience, you’re sure to find an adventure that matches your thirst for discovery. Buckle your helmet and get ready to ride through our incredible region!
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Come to the Laurentians for gourmet pleasures and an extraordinary experience where every bite takes you on a journey to the heart of Quebec’s local flavours and gastronomy. Our region has a wealth of savoury delights that proudly showcase our home-grown produce and celebrate the art of eating well. Whether you’re a lover of fine cuisine or a champion of comfort food, the Laurentians have something for every kind of taste bud. From artisan bakeries to gourmet restaurants, farmers’ markets, and old-style sugar bushes, each stop on your culinary journey will be an unforgettable taste experience.
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Le Chemin du Terroir
The Laurentians’ Chemin du Terroir is sublime in fall! More than 226 kilometres of signposted trails criss-cross a rural landscape with a thousand hidden treasures. Agritourism may take centre stage, but our local culture, heritage, and history are also celebrated and presented in perfect settings for a romantic, family, educational, or (of course) culinary getaway. Our locals await with open arms to help you experience the Laurentians and taste its culinary treasures.
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Road Biking Routes
A year-round international holiday destination known for its landscapes, the quality and variety of accommodation, its attractions, and the friendliness of its locals, the Laurentians are renowned as a leading region for bike touring. With its stunning landscapes and untouched nature, the region offers loads of intense experiences in a grandiose environment. No matter your level, you’re sure to find an adventure that matches your thirst for discovery. So, what are you waiting for? Get on your bike and explore the magnificent Laurentian landscapes!
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Foodie Fun in the Laurentians
The Laurentians have no shortage of great restaurants to curb your hunger. From classic bistros to traditional sugar shacks, lively pubs to haute cuisine, there’s something for everyone. No matter the style of cuisine, the region’s producers take pride in creating delicious menus that highlight local ingredients. But these delicacies aren’t just found in well-known establishments. You can also enjoy locally inspired dishes off the beaten track. Amidst a rustic décor or a nestled inside a historic home, the region’s restaurants marry food with style for an exceptional culinary experience.
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Gourmet Outings in the Laurentians
Making the most of the sunny season with a gourmet trip to the Laurentians: now there’s an excellent idea! The region has no shortage of great spots to sit down to a delicious meal. From classic bistros to cozy cafés, lively pubs to haute cuisine, there’s truly something for everyone. Enjoy a summer brunch or sit down to a five-course chef’s menu. The gourmet options are endless! Whatever their style of cuisine, restaurateurs in the Laurentians take pride in creating delicious menus that highlight local ingredients. But these delicacies aren’t just found in well-known establishments. You can also enjoy locally inspired dishes off the beaten track. In rustic décor or a historic home, the region’s restaurants marry food with style for an exceptional gourmet experience.
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Laurentides: Off the beaten track
People often think they know everything about the Laurentides region. Its Parc national d’Oka to the south, its Lac des Deux Montagnes, the Saint-Sauveur and Mont-Tremblant ski resorts, and the cities of Saint-Jérôme and Mirabel. But if you get off the main roads, you quickly realize that the Laurentides region abounds with all sorts of charming places and fascinating people.
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Located along Route 158, which crosses Basses-Laurentides from east to west, and nestled between two fields in the small municipality of Sainte-Sophie, Fromagiers de la Table Ronde [Cheesemakers of the round table] has proudly greeted visitors for 18 years. Farmers by tradition and organic producers by choice, these passionate, award-winning cheesemakers form a big family, in every sense of the word. Meet the Alary clan.
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