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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Explore Parks in the Laurentians
For an unforgettable summer getaway, parks in the Laurentians have their arms wide open and a variety of activities available. Whether you love the outdoors or would prefer a peaceful getaway, these natural gems are all unique in their own way, guaranteeing memories you won’t forget. And if you’re looking to draw out the fun, there’s nothing better than spending the night in nature in style in one of the available lodgings. What are you waiting for to explore the incredible parks in the Laurentians?
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What’s up this summer in The Laurentians?
We invite you to explore a region with exceptional landscapes. From vast spaces to lively villages and a rich, diverse four-season cultural heritage, the Laurentian region invites you to discover its new activities and attractions for the summer of 2023. A wide array of unique and amazing activities awaits you. One day won’t be enough to do everything. Give them a try!
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Family Vacations in the Laurentians
Summertime means playtime! In the Laurentians region, you’ll find numerous opportunities to have fun as a family. A trip to a petting farm, a theme park or a day on the water slides will delight both young and old. Extend your getaway in one of the region’s inns, hotels or resorts. Here are our picks for top activities to enjoy as a family.
Continue ReadingWith their stunning natural beauty, the Laurentians are always a great place for a getaway! Gather your nearest and dearest and get ready for a summer adventure in a region brimming with summer greenery. You’re sure to make tons of special memories. Lace up your shoes and ascend a mountain peak, stroll along a forest path, or simply have a blast at a summer event.
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Discover the Laurentians’ parks
Outdoor enthusiasts, take note! The Laurentians have many parks where you can practise your favourite winter activities. Make the most of these superb surroundings and regional gems that abound with natural attractions and distinctive wildlife during this magical winter season. Skiing, skating, snowshoeing, hiking, tobogganing and fatbiking are just some of the many fun, exciting things you can do in the Laurentians. Each Laurentian regional or national park is full of natural beauty and breathtaking scenery. The moment you enter, you’ll feel the immense freedom of being disconnected and unplugged from the workaday world that will remain with you throughout your stay. Exhilarating winter outings allow you to embrace the season and the very best it has to offer. Since we can’t avoid winter, we might as well experience it—and the Laurentians are the best place to fully immerse yourself.
Continue ReadingSnowy expanses as far as the eye can see, forming a magical landscape—a winter setting that fits the Laurentians like a glove. When its mountains, lakes, rivers, and forests are covered in pure white, the region shows another side of its personality. The bracing air, the blazing sun, and the ephemeral beauty of snowflakes swirling in the wind turn it into a veritable winter wonderland. All bundled up, it’s fun to play in the snow, especially when there’s no shortage of winter activities this time of year. Athletes and recreationists can play outside to their hearts’ content. Discover our winter activities to get off the beaten path:
Continue ReadingSnowy expanses as far as the eye can see, forming a magical landscape—a winter setting that fits the Laurentians like a glove. When its mountains, lakes, rivers, and forests are covered in pure white, the region shows another side of its personality. The bracing air, the blazing sun, and the ephemeral beauty of snowflakes swirling in the wind turn it into a veritable winter wonderland. The silent winter cold reigns over the territory’s wide-open spaces, greeting all who venture in, until the sound of laughter breaks the silence of a landscape seemingly frozen in time. It is then that the joys of the new season become apparent. Athletes and recreationists can play outside to their hearts’ content. There’s also ample opportunity for quiet reflection. Whether the goal is to have fun and play in the heart of nature or simply enjoy a moment of calm, the Laurentians have something to enchant visitors of every type.
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Hit the Laurentian slopes!
The birthplace of downhill skiing in North America, the Laurentians are the perfect setting for this popular winter sport. It’s no coincidence that there’s so much character to be found at all ski resorts, since they represent an integral part of the region’s history. There’s such a vast array of options that beginners and seasoned skiers alike are sure to find joy. In total, 12 ski resorts are part and parcel of the Laurentians. There’s really something for all tastes and levels. The runs are impressively varied, sometimes even within the same resort.
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How do I make the most of November?
November is a grey, drab month for many of us: The change back to standard time, darkness in early evening, and the return of cold weather. However, we’ve found some original ideas in the Laurentians to make the most of this month and help fight off the November blahs:
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