Things to do

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Regarded as the cornucopia of Quebec, Southern Quebec is renowned for its very fertile soil, vast fields of crops, and variety of livestock production. Our area is the dairy capital of Quebec and a pioneer in both agricultural tourism and organic agriculture. Rural tourism in Southern Quebec is the perfect way to discover the Quebec countryside.

Buying regional products

Discover tourism businesses in Southern Quebec that offer visitors the chance to purchase regional products and pack their picnic baskets or create other meals with flavours from the area.

Sugar shacks

The largest concentration of sugar maples in Quebec is found in our area.

Visitors to Southern Quebec can enjoy its many sugar camps, where tradition and popular culture go hand-in-hand.

A trip to the sugar camp is a true Quebec experience!

Cheese factories

Southern Quebec cheeses – made from cow, goat and sheep milk – are renowned. Quebec cheeses introduce you to the region’s history and culture through their intriguing names:

Le Mi-Carême
Le Champayeur
Le Riopelle
Cheeses from the Abbey at Saint-Benoît-du-Lac.

Gardens and horticulture

In Southern Quebec, those with a penchant for vast gardens and horticulture will find the largest gardens in the province:

Heritage gardens
Mosaicultures
Contemporary gardens

Vineyards and cider mills

Thanks to its mild, temperate climate, Southern Quebec is home to more than 20 vineyards and a number of cider mills that are open to the public. A visit will provide details on:

The history of grape growing in Quebec
The various grape varieties grown
Production techniques
Products bottled in Quebec

Farm visits

Located in the agricultural capital of Quebec, agricultural tourism businesses in Southern Quebec invite you to visit their farms and pastures.

Discover the production cycle of various products and the know-how of those who live here.

Québec du Sud

Regions

Southern Quebec: Three tourist regions grouped under the same name to provide memorable tourism experiences in the midst of Indian summer:

Eastern Townships Centre-du-Québec Chaudière-Appalaches
Things to do

Southern Quebec offers you a variety of activities. Enhance your trip with entertainment and discoveries along the way!

Culture and heritage Rural Tourism Nature and Outdoor Winter fun Family Fun Local tourist offices
Route & Trail

To help you plan, Southern Quebec has a number of tourist routes to suggest that will help you discover this destination. You may change or add sites to your drive based on your interests and obtain directions.

The Navigators’ Route The Appalachian Route The Townships Trail
Deals

Consult this section for the offers and promotions offered by Southern Quebec businesses.

Gastronomy Golf Snowmobile Outdoor Romance Health Care
Where to stay

For a well-deserved rest, Southern Quebec has a list of the region’s accommodations. Book your accommodation online.

B&B Hotels Chalets / Cottage
Local Flavors

Taste Quebec's flavor, where gastronomy and flavor will titillate your taste buds.

Gastronomy Restaurants

Toll free: 1 888 816-4007

Southern Quebec
20, boulevard Carignan Ouest
Princeville (Québec)
G6L 4M4 Canada

Phone: 819 364-7177 poste 301
Fax: 819 364-2120
Toll free: 1 888 816-4007
Email: info@quebecdusud.ca