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MONTÉRÉGIE
A REGION FOR GETAWAYS
© Daniel Thomas - Parc Safari
AT PARC SAFARI, DISCOVER
AFRICA IN THE HEART OF QUÉBEC.
Since 1972, Parc Safari presents animal species
that live in the dreams of young and old. This
year, discover its new residents, the legendary
white lions. The park has 3 of them out of a
total world population of 200. You will easily
spend a whole day on the Parc Safari site: the
glass tunnels, the adventure safari, the swimming
sector, the rides, the picnic area, the shows, the
presentations in the four animal sectors, the
handicrafts bought without a middleman from
cooperatives in 25 countries. “Come get your
memories for life!” in Hemmingford, 35 minutes
from the Champlain Bridge via 15 South, Exit 6
(450-247-2727) www.parcsafari.com.
EVENTS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
The International Balloon Festival of Saint-
Jean-sur-Richelieu takes flight from August 9 to 17.
This is the biggest gathering of balloons in Canada
(450 347-9555) www.montgolfieres.com. The festi-
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val season culminates in The Beer & Flavour Fest
in a magical country setting on the shore of the
Richelieu River. From August 29 to September 1
(450 447-2096) www.bassinenfete.com.
MAPLE, TO ENJOY THE YEAR ROUND!
Discover the maple syrup industry’s creative talent,
the members of The Maple Route, www.laroutedelerable.ca,
launched by the Federation of Quebec
Maple Syrup Producers. Don’t miss a visit to these
artisans, who show boundless creativity to offer
maple in original and flavourful ways in their establishments
all year round. Go to Auberge des
Gallant where maple products are on the menu
daily (450 459-4241) www.gallant.qc.ca, Pâtisserie
Rolland (450 674-4450) www.rollandchocola
tier.com or Bistro Le Tire-Bouchon (450 449-6112)
and have a feast!
BICYCLE GETAWAYS
An ideal destination for cyclists, the region offers
11 bike paths covering nearly 600 km, 200 km
INFORMATION ON THE REGION: WWW.TOURISME-MONTEREGIE.QC.CA OR 1 866 469-0069