Destinations to explore, July 1, 2024 2024-07-01 2024-07-01 Quebecgetaways quebecvacances.com © Tourisme Granby région The Granby area, stretching across Haute-Yamaska’s lush, green territory, emerges as the destination of choice for your next summer adventure! Halfway between Montreal and Sherbrooke, known for the captivating beauty of its landscapes, its heritage and its lively cities and towns, the Granby area has everything you’ll need to find the escape you’re dreaming of. All you need to do is choose what you find the most enticing! Events to suit all tastes Granby and the surrounding area boast a dynamic and burgeoning cultural and artistic life. During the summer season, there’s an activity to try almost every day! Broaden your horizons with musical festivals showcasing styles ranging from rock to hip hop to Francophone music, like the Festival international de la chanson de Granby. Visit exhibitions and be wowed by the artists’ talents; if you’re on the hunt for cultural discoveries, you’ll be swept away! Several sports competitions, gourmet events and other activities are on the docket this summer, such as the Granby National Bank Championships, Les Folies Gourmandes, the Granby International (vintage cars) and the Waterloo Beer Festival to name a few. Check out the full calendar (available in French only). Water fun at the Zoo de Granby. Photo credit: Tourisme Granby région. Get some fresh air Granby and the surrounding area also have a wide variety of summer activities to please seasoned travellers looking for gentle adventures or outdoor experiences. Magnificent walking trails running the long of the rivers plunge you into the heart of the forests and woodlands. The area is also criss-crossed with bike paths. This bike path network is connected to that of the surrounding area, making the region a leading destination for bicycle tourism. Swimming and other activities on the water are also among Granby’s summer classics. Let your taste buds lead the way Lastly, if your stomach and taste buds are leading the way, know your days will be full! Beyond its excellent gourmet offerings, Granby and the area offer different culinary experiences. From vineyards, orchards, microbreweries and distilleries to the many gourmet shops, public markets and pick-your-own stations allowing visitors to harvest products hands-on, there are more than 50 possible gourmet stop-ins where you can literally savour the know-how the area’s artisans have to offer. Make sure to bring your reusable bags, you’ll need them to carry the treasures you buy! Savour everything the region has to offer. Photo credit: Tourisme Granby région.
The Granby area, stretching across Haute-Yamaska’s lush, green territory, emerges as the destination of choice for your next summer adventure! Halfway between Montreal and Sherbrooke, known for the captivating beauty of its landscapes, its heritage and its lively cities and towns, the Granby area has everything you’ll need to find the escape you’re dreaming of. All you need to do is choose what you find the most enticing! Events to suit all tastes Granby and the surrounding area boast a dynamic and burgeoning cultural and artistic life. During the summer season, there’s an activity to try almost every day! Broaden your horizons with musical festivals showcasing styles ranging from rock to hip hop to Francophone music, like the Festival international de la chanson de Granby. Visit exhibitions and be wowed by the artists’ talents; if you’re on the hunt for cultural discoveries, you’ll be swept away! Several sports competitions, gourmet events and other activities are on the docket this summer, such as the Granby National Bank Championships, Les Folies Gourmandes, the Granby International (vintage cars) and the Waterloo Beer Festival to name a few. Check out the full calendar (available in French only). Water fun at the Zoo de Granby. Photo credit: Tourisme Granby région. Get some fresh air Granby and the surrounding area also have a wide variety of summer activities to please seasoned travellers looking for gentle adventures or outdoor experiences. Magnificent walking trails running the long of the rivers plunge you into the heart of the forests and woodlands. The area is also criss-crossed with bike paths. This bike path network is connected to that of the surrounding area, making the region a leading destination for bicycle tourism. Swimming and other activities on the water are also among Granby’s summer classics. Let your taste buds lead the way Lastly, if your stomach and taste buds are leading the way, know your days will be full! Beyond its excellent gourmet offerings, Granby and the area offer different culinary experiences. From vineyards, orchards, microbreweries and distilleries to the many gourmet shops, public markets and pick-your-own stations allowing visitors to harvest products hands-on, there are more than 50 possible gourmet stop-ins where you can literally savour the know-how the area’s artisans have to offer. Make sure to bring your reusable bags, you’ll need them to carry the treasures you buy! Savour everything the region has to offer. Photo credit: Tourisme Granby région.