As the birthplace of downhill skiing in North America, the Laurentians have a close connection with this special sport, not least because they’re the perfect setting for it. It’s no coincidence that, today, the region’s many ski resorts are so good! In total, there are 12 of them, and there’s really something for all tastes and preferences. The runs are impressively varied, sometimes even within the same resort. Take a look at what’s to come this winter at our ski resorts:
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It’s going to be a busy winter at the Laurentians’ ski resorts!
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Treat yourself to a dream holiday in the Laurentians!
In the Laurentians, there’s a package deal for every taste and budget! The Laurentians are the perfect destination for a romantic getaway or a holiday with family or friends! Choose from a host of tempting offers and package deals throughout the magnificent winter season. Whether you opt for a resort hotel, a treehouse, a tourist inn, a forest outfitter, or less traditional lodging, you’re sure to have an unforgettable experience! Have a great vacation!
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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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Winter Coziness in the Laurentians
Wrap yourself in a cozy duvet, hot drink in hand, while contemplating the fairy-tale Laurentian landscape. The region is perfect for winter cocooning. Its setting and facilities are permanent invitations to slow down, put on some comfy clothes, and pamper yourself. There are peaceful havens throughout the Laurentians, pleasant shelters with an ideal atmosphere for winter cocooning (an inn deep in the forest, for example, or a Nordic spa in contact with nature) where complete relaxation and peaceful moments are in clear symbiosis. Your state of mind, too, is in harmony with this environment of pleasantness and wellbeing. You can’t ask for a better way to get back to yourself. Come take care of yourself in the Laurentians this winter!
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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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Discover the Laurentians’ parks
The Laurentians are renowned for their vast forests, mountain landscapes, and lively villages. What’s more, they feature a high concentration of natural spaces: several regional parks, two national parks, two wildlife reserves, and several special sites where the activities offered focus on the conservation of nature and its wealth.
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Skating in the Laurentians
Once winter arrives, the entire Laurentian region heads out to play! Plus, skating is a great way to exercise, get some air, and have fun in the winter. Whether on a lake, in a forest, in town, on an ice loop, or at night, there’s no shortage of opportunities to lace up your skates and reconnect with your inner child. Discover the skating trails and ice loops in the Laurentians:
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Fatbiking in the Laurentians
Fatbike enthusiasts, you’re invited to discover the Laurentians’ exceptional landscapes! Come and make your adventure a reality in this incredible scenery and escape to the heart of nature. Discover wide-open spaces, get out for some fresh air, and spend quality time with friends or family! Here are our suggestions:
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