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Ah, what beautiful snow blanketing the ground! It makes you want to roll around in it and slide down hills at high speed. You’ll love the facilities at the Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon where you can go tubing and even tobogganing. Enjoy your day outdoors, then have a rest at Auberge Petite-Nation. The next day, stroll through the charming village of Montebello to sample the local delicacies. Let yourself be tempted by some good cheese at the Fromagerie Montebello, an Asian dish from Souche-i and a beer from the microbrewery Brasseurs de Montebello. Chat with friends and pay attention to the themes—each flavour has its own story!
The Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon has 17 trails (total length 25 km) for hiking, mountain biking, fat biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and board sports. Explore an 800-acre forest combining the woodland environment of the Petite Nation and the agricultural landscape. From the top of the 12-metre observation tower at the lookout on Mont Grand-Pic, 426 metres above sea level, you can admire the Petite-Nation valley. You can rent outdoor equipment (cross-country skiing, snowshoe, slide tube, Hok Skiing, Sledging. It is also possible to spend the night there either camping or in a shelter, both in summer and winter.
The Auberge Petite-Nation, located in Saint-André-Avellin, is a haven of comfort at very competitive rates, with its cozy rooms and warm atmosphere. The surrounding trails invite adventure, whether for hiking or cross-country skiing, with free rentals for guests. This magnificent inn showcases the recreational, human and cultural riches of the Petite-Nation region.
Opened in 2011, the Fromagerie Montebello creates quality products that attract visitors from around the region and beyond. It sells locally made fresh cheese, cheese curd, cheese strings and fine cheeses, as well as a selection of cheeses from across Quebec. Other local specialties include fresh bread, homemade pâtés and jams, and (in summer) sandwiches (panini). If you love cheese, be sure to stop by!
Les Brasseurs' mission: to produce and serve quality beers while promoting local know-how. From bold IPAs to refreshing lagers, a varied range will appeal to the most discerning connoisseurs. L'Usine-Microbrasserie also offers a wide selection of take-away beers to share the authentic taste of Montebello. Each product is the fruit of a commitment to quality and brewing innovation.
Located on Notre-Dame Street, in the heart of Montebello village, Souche-i restaurant welcomes you for a unique culinary experience in a warm, century-old house. Discover a creative cuisine where Asian influences meet local products, accompanied by signature cocktails and microbrewery beers. Take advantage of a catering service for your private events, or take part in a themed evening in the dining room. Let yourself be seduced by carefully-crafted plates, bold flavors and a refined approach that emphasizes freshness.