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produce are our pride and joy. Stop awhile and add to your enjoyment by sampling our range of wine-based products at L’Accord Gourmand. We create from the grapes and wines of our vineyard: grape syrup, several varieties of wine jelly, truffles and much more. Various packages and services offered.

NOTRE-DAME- DE-LA-MERCI

South of Lake Ouareau and residing along the Ouareau River, Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci is the perfect locale for outdoor types. Hiking trails take along and across the river and into the Ouareau Forest. Don’t forget your fishing rod and camera! During the Winter, the community is a snowmobilers delight. � NEARBY ATTRACTIONS Forêt Ouareau Access off Hwy. 125 / 1-800-264-5441 This 149-km willderness area features nature observation and interpretation. 100 km of trails for hiking, Nordic skiing and mountain biking. Guests can rent prospector tents for camping.

RAWDON

This municipality was founded by Irish squatters, followed by Scottish, English, Loyalist and French- Canadian settlers. Since the 1840s, French speakers have formed the majority. In the 1920s, several Slavic ethnic communities began arriving: Russians, Poles, Ukrainians and others have settled here to create a unique ethnic mosaic, second only to that of Montréal. Be sure to visit some of Rawdon’s many churches (Catholic, Anglican, Orthodox, etc.). The nearby Rouge and Ouareau rivers make Rawdon a place of waterfalls and cascades, the best known being the Dorwin. � ATTRACTIONS Arbraska 4131, Forest Hill St. / 450 834-5500 1-877-886-5500 / www.arbraska.com In a very different kind of forest adventure, experience new sensations and heart-stopping excitement, all in complete safety. “Trails in the trees’‘ takes you from tree to tree suspended 4 meters above ground. Experience more than 50 different acitvities: suspension bridges, rope walkways, Tyrolean, nets, Tarzan vines, etc. Reservations recommended. Open April to October and with reservation during the winter. Cascades Park Pontbriand Blvd. (via Road 341) 450 834-4149 or 450 834-8121 Bring a picnic and listen to the sound of water cascading over several rock formations. Nominal admission fee. Open mid-May-mid-October, daily, sunrise-sunset. Chutes-Dorwin Park Access via Road 125 and 337 / 450 834-2282 In addition to the on-site tourist information center, the park offers some 2.5 km of magical scenery along the Ouareau River as you take in the sight of the local flora and the smell of the surrounding pine trees. Nominal admission fee. Open year-round, daily. Ferme Guy Rivest 450 834-5127 info@guyrivest.com / www.guyrivest.com Come see why this farm won medals and discover new qualities of the strawberry at a tasting of wines and liqueurs made from the fuit. Pick them yourself and visit our fruit and produce store, where everything is made from stawberries, such as stawberry wine jelly. Open year round. Guided tour with tasting upon reservation. Nect’art de Fleurs 1020, rang Kildare, Saint-Ambroise-de-Kildare, Québec J0K 1C0 450 752-2218 / www.nectartdefleurs.com In a magnificent rustic setting, you’ll be enchanted by the rustic charm of our shop, gardens and century-old house. Established since 1999, Nect’Art de Fleurs is an enterprise engaged in the creation of fine gourmet products based on honey and maple syrup. Our frosted, hand-painted pots make ideal and original gifts that are guaranteed to please anyone. Our interpretation centre, new since 2005, will teach you about honey-making as you learn more on the history of Nect’Art de Fleurs. Terre des Bisons 6855 Parkinson St. / 450 834-6718 Info@terredesbisons.com / www.terredesbisons.com A real bisons farm offering guided tours since 1994. Products tasting.

SAINT-ALEXIS- DE-MONTCALM

� ATTRACTIONS Domaine des Trois Gourmands 293, rang de la Petite-Ligne, Saint-Alexis-de-Montcalm (Québec) J0K 1T0 / Tel.: 450 831-3003 Fax: 450 831-2011 / info@3gourmands.com www.3gourmands.com Érablière and Country-Style gourmet dining establishment that offers an alternative to the traditional Cabana a Sucre, revamped as much by its content as by its presentation. High-quality country-style cuisine principally using foods made or grown on-site as well as products from local producers. By reservation only for groups of 40 to 200 guests.

SAINT-CÔME

This early settlement is now a quaint village with a winding main street that is decorated with magnificent ice sculptures during the winter festival. Close by is the tourist booth of L’Assomption County, gateway to Mont-Tremblant National Park. And not far away is the Val Saint-Côme ski resort. Saint-Côme is also a centre for snowmobiling. � ATTRACTIONS Bull Falls Park Access via Road 343 North / 450 883-8336 With a name like Bull Falls, you know this park is going to offer some great scenery and hiking possibilities. Nominal admission fee. Canot Volant 1471, rang des Vennes / 450 883-0902 info@canotvolant.ca / www.canotvolant.ca Canoeing on L’Assomption River, three different packages offered. Open from April to September.

SAINT-DONAT

Saint-Donat is an old lumber town that has become one of the leading vacation spots in Lanaudière. With its two great lakes, Ouareau and Archambault, its attractive town centre and main street, inns, outdoor cafés, public square (concerts and shows in summer), historic tour and beach, Saint-Donat offers so many reasons to stay awhile. Outdoor activities abound in all seasons. In summer, there is hiking, boating, swimming, golf and cycling. A cycling path now links Saint-Donat with Saint-Agathe, in the Laurentians region. And the new panoramic route, Le Massif des Tremblantes, linking Saint-Donat to Mont Tremblant (north face), can be enjoyed by car, motorcycle or bicycle. Saint-Donat is also where the National Trail starts. As well, the area is known for its two ski centres: Ski La Réserve and Mont-Garceau. There are plenty of other winter activities, too, including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skating on the 1.85 km ice ring and snowmobiling. � TRAVEL INFORMATION Saint-Donat Chamber of Commerce and Tourism 536 Principale Street (Qc) / 1-888-783-6628

SAINTE-MARCELLINE

The village is a renowned crafts and produce centre with several interesting stores as well as the Festival des artisans. Admire the old church (1897), yet another place in this area that featured in a popular film. � ATTRACTIONS Confiturerie En Robe des Champs 21, Arpin St. / 450 883-3926 Savour our tasty jams, meet artisan-chef Simon Turcotte and see his many fine creations and bouquets inspired by nature. Other regional products on sell at the boutique. Open from June to October, Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. � NEARBY ATTRACTIONS Bonsaï Gros-Bec 40, Imbeault St. Saint-Alphonse-Rodriguez 450 883-1196 / www.intermonde.net/grosbec grosbec@pandore.qc.ca At this bonsai nursery, you will feel the enthusiasm of the two owners who invite you to visit their personal collection of bonsais and penjings, imported from China, Korea, Japan and other countries. Also, various species native to our region, permanent exhibition of bonsais and courses. Open from May to September, Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission fee. Miel de Chez Nous 1391, Pied-de-la-Montagne St., Sainte-Mélanie 450 889-5208 / info@miel.qc.ca / www.miel.qc.ca Interpretation center, product tasting and observation hive (in the shop). Learn how honey is made and go on a “Bee Safari” (hive opening). A real taste of the country in a century-old house. Open Wednesday to Sunday. Fee for guided educational visits (upon reservation). Lanaudière Québec for Groups and F.I.T. 2009 93Open Link www.arbraska.com
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