Discover our tourist towns and villages

Located at the junction of highways 132 and 255, the municipality of Baie-du-Febvre is renowned for bird -watching.  It is the larges spring migratory staging area for snow geese and other waterfowl in Québec.  For one week in August, the municipality is transformed into the site of motorized vehicle competitions and activities during Challenge 255.

Facing Trois-Rivières, on the south shore of the Fleuve Saint-Laurent (St. Lawrence River), Becancour stands out for the variety of attractions offered to visitors, the number of artisans found here, the variety of outdoor activities and quality accommodations. Visitors will discover Becancour by travelling along Route 132 and small country roads.

Visitors passing through Becancour will find :

• The city's many gardens: Jardin de sculptures de Bécancour and the Jardins des lilas.
• The Parc écologique Godefroy and its walking paths.
• Country roads and various cycling routes

Located in the Appalachian foothills, the municipality of Chesterville is crossed east to west by the Rivière Nicolet Nord (Nicolet North River). Route 161 is its main road, along with Chemin Craig (Craig Road) that runs through the village. This very active municipality takes advantage of its superb landscapes to host artistic events like the Accueil des grands peintres art symposium.

A municipality know for brick-making and its dairy industry, Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent overlooks the St. Lawrence River.  Both visitors and residents will appreciate:

• The history of the village, a seigneury established in 1674.
• Its location on the cliffs providing a viewpoint over the St. Lawrence River.
• The vacation site with its 40-slip marina, popular among recreational boaters.
• Its cottages for rent and B&B on the banks of the St. Lawrence.

Not to be missed at the eastern exit of the village is a 280-kg rock, which, according to legend, was moved by someone by the name of Mailhot.

Drummondville is one of the most vibrant industrial cities in Québec.  In terms of tourism, Drummondville has made a name for itself through major summer events and business tourism.  Visitors and Drummondville residents alike are never at a lack of things to do:

• Visit the Saint-Joachim-de-Courval sector along the St. Francis River and the Drummond forest at any time of the year.
• In April, enjoy Drummondville's art symposium.
• Attend the many shows, such as a play directed by Gilles Latulippe or a multicultural performance at the Mondial des cultures folklore festival.
• Let yourself be enchanted at Rose Drummond.
• Bike along the Circuit des traditions (Drummondville is part of the Route verte cycling network).

The municipality of Inverness invites you to go back in time to the early days of the area and discover the history of the Celts on the Celtic way.  The municipality has several foundries making it a hub for the production of bronze.  Learn about the various processes involved in creating a bronze sculpture at the Musée du Bronze, the only bronze economuseum in Canada.  On a beautiful sunny day, why not visit Lysander Falls!

Located about 25 kilometres from Victoriaville, the municipality of Kingsey Falls invites you to discover:

• Summer theatre (in French) at the Théâtre des Grands Chênes
• The bike path at the Parc linéaire des Bois-Francs
• Parc Bernard-Lemaire and the municipal park (children's play structures, picnic tables, and a fishing spot in town.

While you're here, tour Parc Marie-Victorin and one of the Cascades plants.

Nestled on the banks of the Bécancour River, the municipality of Lyster benefits from an interesting geographical location.  In its early days, development relied on the Grand Trunk Railway.  Today, Lyster is a favourite spot for vacationers and tourists with easy access and a bike rest stop on the Parc linéaire des Bois-Francs bike path.

Founded in 1672, Nicolet is one of Québec's oldest towns.  Located where the Nicolet River meets Lake St. Pierre, the town has several qualities making it a noteworthy site fo both residents and visitors.

• Rich architectural, cultural, historical and religious heritage
• Activities, services and attractions to be discovered (Port Saint-François and the Lake St. Pierre Biosphere Reserve, fishing, sandy beach and wharf.
• A rural setting dotted with dairy farms and vast fields of crops.

Picturesque rivers and mountains provide this village (located along Route 161) with spectacular vistas. Take time to enjoy the municipal park, appreciated by young and old. Discover local products, a fishing site, and the village’s heritage. Meditate at the shrine located near the church built in 1940, one of the region’s rare neoclassical churches.

• Fishing site
• Dairy, beef and sheep farms
• Greenhouse and forestry operations reaching various markets

Located 5 km from the St. Lawrence River, this municipality boasts rich agricultural land.  The local economy is based on various crop and livestock productions (buffalo, maple syrup and blueberry operations) and is bolstered by the regional agricultural cooperative.

The banks of the Chêne River provide visitors with the perfect location to enjour an outdoor meal.

Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the Parc linéaire Le Petit Deschaillons bike path west of the village.

Founded in 1835, Plessisville is the oldest municipality in the L'Érable region. The town is located at the foot of the Appalachian Mountain Range and features the Bourbon River.

Visitors can stop in at the municipal park, the perfect place to rest, have a picnic or enjoy the activities offered by the Carrefour de l'Érable. At this charming site you'll discover a footbridge created by sculptor Armand Vaillancourt.

Plessisville offers a number of services for visitors who enjoy cycling, ATVing or snowmobiling. Are you looking for a good restaurant, comfortable lodging or outdoor activities? Plessisville welcomes you year-round.

Princeville
Established in 1832, the municipality is named for Pierre Prince, one of the fist settlers.  The town of Princeville has several prosperous industries, farms and sugar bushes.

Stop in Princeville and discover:

• two monuments erected in honour of its founders
• Saint-Eusèbe church, a replica of the former Nicolet cathedral
• The traditional Festival du Cheval
• A number of golf courses
• Apple picking in the fall

Know as the hub of Québec's antique market, the municipality of Sainte-Eulalie is located near highway 20.  The municipality is easily accessible and is home to an industrial park and various services to accommodate people passing through.

Located in an area of rolling hills bordered by the St. Francis River, the municipality of Saint-Félix-de-Kingsey will enchant visitors with its panoramic  view from the top of the mountain.  The municipality's largest agricultural production comes from sugar bushes, berry fields, and Christmas tree plantations.

Created from the merger of Bernierville, Vianney and Saint-Ferdinand, the municipality of Saint-Ferdinand is a true vacation spot.  Close to well-known Lake William, its main economic activities are:  forestry, agriculture, maple syrup production, other industries, and tourism.

Visit Manoir du lac William for an unforgettable stay on the shores of Lake William.

Home to the largest cranberry operations in Canada, the municipality of Saint-Louis-de-Blandford is known as the country's cranberry capital.  A number of vacationers own cottages along the Bécancour River.  In the fall, tourists are invited to the cranberry interpretation centre (Centre d'Interprétation de la Canneberge) to learn more about cranberry production and its impressive harvesting process.

Recognized as a resort location and located near the Fleuve Saint-Laurent (St. Lawrence River), Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets offers visitors breathtaking scenery. The town is known for its vegetable production and its famous tomato in particular.

 Visitors can discover the town’s many attractions, including its walking path, its church built in 1839, a riverside park, and the Parc de la tomaterie.

Bridges have played a pivotal role in the history of the municipality of Sainte-Monique, established in 1842. The current bridge, officially opened in 1991, is the sixth one, the others having been taken out by ice. Both the Route verte bike trail and the Nicolet River wind their way through this beautiful agricultural countryside, which is worth a detour.

Located in the Appalachian foothills, Saint-Rémi-de-Tingwick is well known for its agricultural land and diverse products. Visit the municipality's various agritourism businesses (cheese, pork, etc.) during the autumn gourmet tour of the region - the Balade gourmandes des Bois-Francs - or admire the largest collection of antique tools at the Musée des Outils anciens museum.

The town of Sainte-Sophie-de-Lévrard is the perfect location to discover the Centre-du-Québec's countryside. The site beckons all of your senses :

• Visit the church and its exhibition of paintings and artefacts.
• Discover the many flower gardens and different fountains.
• Taste our regional products and let yourself be tempted by the Restaurant Les Retrouvailles in Sainte-Sophie.

The cradle of sustainable development, Victoriaville is a hub of activity known for:

• Its varied sports and cultural activities
• Its dynamic business community
• Its vibrant community.

Victoriaville focuses on providing quality of life for both its visitors and its residents.

Located at the foot of the Appalachians, the municipality of Warwick has made a name for itself through its agricultural and industrial vocations. It is an attractive place to visit:

• Winner of the provincial communities in bloom contest, Villes et villages fleuris, on several occasions, it has been nicknamed "La fleur des Bois-Francs," or the flower of the region.
• It features parks, a covered bridge over the Des Pins River, the Maison de la Culture, a bike rest stop (former railway station), and homes with distinctive architecture.
• Warwick is officially recognized as Quebec's cheese capital.

Located south of Drummondville, the municipality of Wickham is known for its fertile farmland. Most of its residents work in agriculture-related occupations. An impressive number of apple trees grow in this Centre-du-Québec municipality, making it an ideal autumn destination.