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In 2026, Érablière Charbonneau marks 20 years since its opening — an important milestone for this family-run sugar shack located on a unique heritage site. This year, the team is excited to celebrate this special occasion…

© Yanouk Paquette-Labonte Jonathan B. Roy is an adventurer and author who’s cycled the world, amassing nearly 40,000 km in 40 countries. His books, Histoires à dormir dehors, throw light on bike travel and the encounters…

From September 19 to 27, 2026, Montérégie will host events for the 2026 UCI Road World Championships in Montreal. A regional contribution to an international event! Are you unfamiliar with our country, Canada, and our province,…

Want to go on a cycling adventure without changing accommodations every night? Settle in comfortably at the Holiday Inn in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, certified Bienvenue Cyclistes!, and set off to explore the Montérégie region, returning each evening to…

The Acton Regional County Municipality (RCM) is tiny — just 24 km by 24 km ! In this small corner of the region, more than 40 farmers passionately cultivate and process local products. Discover their expertise…

Located near Montréal, Montérégie is brimming with life, culture, heritage, flavors, and vast natural spaces. Behind every product and local businesses are passionate individuals who shape the region’s vibrant identity. Who better than these community builders…

What if balance was simply about combining the buzz of city life with the peaceful allure of rural landscapes? When all these pleasures are within easy reach in the same beautiful corner of the world, the…

Halfway between Montreal and Trois-Rivières, the Sorel-Tracy area is full of family activities. Is your crew more into outdoor adventures or cultural discoveries? Every family has its own adventure! Or better yet, extend your getaway and…

Located only 45 minutes from downtown Montreal, the Soulanges Canal remains a well-kept secret. The area appeals to cyclists riding its banks, paddlers exploring its waters, history buffs, and epicurean vacationers. Surrounded by water on all…

Located at the heart of a vast agricultural region, Saint-Hyacinthe and its surroundings celebrate the taste of all things authentic, fresh, and flavorful. Here, the abundance of harvests is reflected in the gastronomic offerings. From fine…

What are your plans for the weekend? When the warm weather arrives, the urge to escape the city can strike unexpectedly. Planned or spontaneous, a getaway in Haut-Richelieu leads to one-day adventures filled with memories to…

Avec son réseau d’environ 600 kilomètres de pistes cyclables en site propre, la Montérégie se distingue comme une destination privilégiée pour les cyclistes. Voici quelques suggestions d’où aller pédaler pour votre prochaine sortie à vélo ce…

An account of Jacques Sennéchael’s five-day crossing of the Montérégie along his handpicked bike paths and circuits, including the Centre-Est Loop. A slow touring journey that enabled the Vélo Mag editor to savour everything he saw…

Jonathan B. Roy is an adventurer and author who’s cycled the world, amassing nearly 40,000 km in 40 countries. His books, Histoires à dormir dehors, capture the essence of bike travel and meeting locals. Jonathan is…