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Gourmets can recognize finesse and quality in a product, which is good news because there are many gastronomic treasures to be found in the region's gourmet food shops. From decadent cheeses to exotic spices and local spreads, everyone has their own guilty pleasure! A wide range of refined local foods and specialties are available to help you create tapas or delicious meals. Discover our gourmet destinations.

For one day or a weekend, challenge yourself to completely disconnect from your screens and social media.  Experience the beauty of nature with your own eyes, have fun playing games, appreciate all kinds of artwork or get away from it all in a rustic chalet with no service. Enjoy yourself in the Outaouais with authentic experiences out of reach of digital pollution! You’ll instantly notice the benefits!  

Meeting animals, wild or domestic, is a sure-fire way to open your heart. Whether along a trail, in a farm pen or holding the reins of a sled team, the Outaouais is full of chances to meet their gaze and grow attached. An animal park, a farm, a ranch or an interpretation centre will give you the opportunity to pet and observe these endearing creatures. Be warned: love at first sight is never far off… 

October's undisputed star is the fall foliage! It's the time of year when we soak up the last sunny days before winter sets in. As much as we love hiking beneath the autumn colours and the outstanding views the Outaouais offers, why not enjoy all those colours from a different angle? Here are some activity ideas for admiring the fall colours as you've never seen them before!

October marks the final stretch of fall colors before they begin to fade, and the countdown to Halloween. With big shows, fall markets, and costume parties, October offers plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy the region before the cold weather sets in.

In Petite Nation, there’s lots to do when the trees are displaying their most beautiful colours. Explore the region in gourmet mode, and make the most of your outing by adding a cultural visit or a relaxing outdoor interlude. 

Looking for a family outing where everyone learns something along the way? A museum visit is hard to beat. With thoughtfully designed exhibitions that bring together technology, artifacts and hands-on play areas, there's something for every member of the family. Head to the Ingenium museums, three Ottawa museums well worth the trip!

Want to broaden your cultural horizons? The region is full of engaging activities that will leave you in awe, from exploring fascinating museums to attending captivating shows or discovering local art treasures. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the region’s rich culture and discover all it has to offer! 

One of the best ways to get into the Outaouais region is to take the scenic drive along the mighty Ottawa River, a natural border between Québec and Ontario. Just keep driving upriver!

When fall finally arrives, it doesn't hold back! The temperature drops, but the colours of the trees multiply. After enjoying the orchards, it's time to go hiking and admire the foliage. Here are 11 places across the Outaouais region where you can enjoy the fall colours!

Looking for new hikes and interesting, uncrowded routes? You’ll love the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, with its abundance of scenic and little-known trails. Boasting wooded landscapes, lakes and rivers as far as the eye can see, the region is an incredible playground for outdoor enthusiasts. This fall, you can venture south of the Baskatong Reservoir into a lush natural environment much appreciated by hunting and fishing enthusiasts, or towards Mount Morissette, whose 400-metre peak dominates the area.