{"id":29843,"date":"2019-10-17T11:20:20","date_gmt":"2019-10-17T15:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourisme-monteregie.qc.ca\/?post_type=cpt_mrc&p=29843"},"modified":"2025-11-27T16:47:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T21:47:53","slug":"the-greater-saint-hyacinthe-area","status":"publish","type":"cpt_mrc","link":"https:\/\/www.tourisme-monteregie.qc.ca\/en\/mrc\/the-greater-saint-hyacinthe-area\/","title":{"rendered":"The greater Saint-Hyacinthe area"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Winter <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The magic of winter and the holiday season starts as soon as December rolls around. To fully soak up the ambience of this wonderful season, the greater Saint-Hyacinthe area hosts a variety of themed events and winter celebrations, including a Christmas market and activity days at Chouette \u00e0 voir! For an enchanting experience, try ice skating on the ring in the heart of downtown Saint-Hyacinthe. You can go snow tubing, skating, cross-country skiing and hiking at Parc Les Salines. And to warm up? Visit one of this destination\u2019s various exhibition spaces, catch a show or enjoy activities like an escape room, laser tag, glow-in-the-dark mini putt and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The arrival of spring is a just perfect time to discover the greater Saint-Hyacinthe area. Start downtown. Visit the public market and speciality boutiques then take a break on a patio or at a microbrewery, coffee roaster or tea shop. For a cultural outing, visit a gallery or the exhibition centre to see works by local and international artists. Performance venues in the city centre, including the celebrated Centre des arts Juliette-Lassonde de Saint-Hyacinthe, are a way to discover all kinds of artists. History buff? Follow one of the heritage tours. And don\u2019t miss your chance to enjoy a seasonal must: satisfy your sweet tooth at one of the region\u2019s sugar shacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Known for the high quality of its soil, this tourism destination offers a wide range of family-friendly activities at some 20 different farms (fruit, vegetables, meat and animal products). Take a guided tour, pick your own produce or shop at the farm stand. As part of your excursion, add downtown Saint-Hyacinthe to your itinerary and stop at the oldest public market in Qu\u00e9bec that\u2019s still in operation. Looking for entertainment? Your options include outdoor shows in downtown Saint-Hyacinthe, Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s largest agricultural festival (the Expo Agricole de Saint-Hyacinthe), classic car shows and more. For an exceptional nature experience: explore different parks, stroll through the themed gardens at Jardin Daniel A. S\u00e9guin or watch birds of prey take flight during a presentation at Chouette \u00e0 voir! If a more invigorating activity is what you need, visit an outdoor centre, rent a watercraft and get out on the rivi\u00e8re Yamaska or check out one of the entertainment and recreation centres in the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fall<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no better way to take in the autumn colours than relaxing on a patio or strolling along the rivi\u00e8re Yamaska. You can also make the most of the season by exploring the trails at Parc Les Salines or Bois\u00e9 des Douze, a nature reserve. Bike season isn\u2019t over yet! The area\u2019s four road circuits comprise 481 km of shared and marked cycling paths. This time of year, the greater Saint-Hyacinthe area is bursting with nature\u2019s bounty. Some 20 producers (vegetables, fruit, meat and animal products) offer guided tours, pick-your-own produce and farm stands. The region is also full of talented processors, so don\u2019t forget to stop in at a microbrewery, distillery, vineyard or maker of delicious local treats. Cap off your tour with discoveries at some charming gourmet boutiques. <\/p>\n\n\n\n