About
The Townships Trail offers visitors a unique opportunity to discover the Eastern Townships of the past. Visitors will get a sense of the legendary hospitality of the people of this splendid region. The trail will allow visitors to learn about the architectural and natural heritage of the Townships, to take advantage of the many services offered in the region, and to find lodging in some of the many historic buildings of the area.
Mission
The Townships Trail highlights the architectural and natural heritage of the Eastern Townships. Along the 415-km trail, the opportunity to visit 31 municipalities is offered with 27 suggested stops along the route and 8 stops just slightly off the path.
In order to better discover the Townships Trail, visitors can obtain a triple compact disc package which tells the story of the areas being visited along the trail.
Theme
The American and British influences are the distinguishing characteristics of the local heritage of the Eastern Townships. The Townships Trail keeps to this theme by inviting you to walk in the same steps as the American, Loyalist, Scottish and Irish settlers who first colonized the area in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.
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Tourisme Cantons-de-l’Est
Tourist Information :
1 800 355-5755
Summer Schedule :
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 8:00 to 22:00
Wed: 10:00 to 22:00
Sat, Sun and Holidays: 9:00 to 17:00
Tourism Eastern Towships (office)
819 820-2020
Monday to Friday : 8:30 à 16:30