History, arts and culture
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Festival Colline
This festival features outdoor art events on the Colline de la Croix Lumineuse in Lac Mégantic, a unique natural setting. The Colline festival returns from August 10 to 13, 2023, with the participation of Daniel Bélanger, Lisa LeBlanc, and Jean-Michel Blais.
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Centre culturel de Weedon and Galerie d’Art Le Harfang
Located in Maison Laplante, the cultural centre adds a heritage interest to its cultural mission. In fact, Maison Laplante is one of the oldest buildings in Weedon.
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Cœur Villageois de Scotstown
“Here, we make the good times last…” This is the promise of the Cœurs Villageois!
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Cœur villageois de Piopolis
“Here, we make the good times last…” This is the promise of the Cœurs Villageois!
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ASTROLab at Mont-Mégantic National Park
A unique voyage from the Earth to the stars! Come and enjoy the unique experience of stargazing in the heart of the first international dark sky reserve.
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Musi-Café
Whether you’re looking for a bite to eat with friends, to enjoy a musical atmosphere or to simply discover this unique place, be sure to stop at Musi-Café during your stay in the region!
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Walking Tours: Le Marcheur d’étoiles & La Marche du Vent
Here are two tourist routes that you can take to discover the town of Lac-Mégantic on foot. Take a break before continuing your adventure on Summit Drive!
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Parc des Vétérans – Marina – Parc J.-Émile Cloutier
Parc des Vétérans is located in the heart of downtown and provides an exceptional view of the lake, with Mont Mégantic in the background.
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Des Zouaves stop – Piopolis
A symbol of the energy and welcoming spirit of its residents, the Halte des Zouaves is a tourist rest stop on Summit Drive that presents the historical heritage of the municipality.
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Gare patrimoniale de Lac-Mégantic & Marché Public
Every Saturday, the Public Market will appeal to both your eyes and your taste buds with products from producers and artisans from the Mégantic region!
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Église Ste-Agnès
The neo-Gothic Ste-Agnès Church was completed in 1913. Dominating the downtown, it acts as a beacon in the city.
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La Chapelle du rang 1
Discover artists from all over in the unique former Anglican chapel of St. Barnabas. The chapel is an intimate setting with only 60 seats, where there’s magic between the artists and the audience.
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Centre d’interprétation de la mine d’or
Lots of activities await you at the Centre d’interprétation at the former gold mine on Ruisseau Mining. A marked trail (3.5 km, or 7 km round trip) and a suspended footbridge will take you to the abandoned gold mine.
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La Maison du Granit
Located in the heart of an abandoned granite quarry at 680 m high, Maison du Granit provides an exceptional view where mountains, lakes, wind turbines and villages share the stage. It’s a meeting with the history of our region along Summit Drive.
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Coeur villageois de Lambton
“Here, we make the good times last…” This is the promise of the Cœurs Villageois!
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Heritage and Historical Route – Galerie d’art du presbytère de Lambton
Heighten your experience in Lambton by exploring a historical and heritage route set up in the Cœur Villageois. This trail will help you discover some important events in the municipality’s history.
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Circuit des sheds panoramiques
The Circuit des sheds panoramiques is a route that currently includes more than seven sheds spread out over the Haut-Saint-François area and that are positioned in select locations to admire the beautiful panoramic landscapes of the region.
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Parc régional du Mont-Ham
Outdoor enthusiasts will be delighted by the 18 km of walking trails, forest accommodation (shelters, prospector tents and rustic camping), the breathtaking 360-degree view on the mountaintop and the rich history of the Abenaki people.
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A Colourful Adventure!
Want to move, learn and be amazed?
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A Lake and Mountain Adventure
How about a tailor-made adventure among the lakes and mountains?