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“Upon entering the Old Village, you can see the Yamaska River. That’s where it all began back in 1793 when John Savage arrived. Savage was an American loyalist of Irish origin and the first leader of the Shefford township. His job was to establish mills and settlers, plan roads, and oversee the township’s development. It […]

Alexandra Diaz is an author, host, and producer. She also happens to be a huge  fan and collaborator of BALNEA – in fact, she’s been a frequent guest since the spa’s early days. Here’s how she gives body and mind a much-needed break.   What draws you to BALNEA? The turnkey experience. I’m taken care […]

“A velodrome is more than a training facility; it’s a place to meet other avid cyclists.” The idea for the centre was born from a group of can-do mountain bikers in the 1990s after Bromont hosted the first-ever world championships in Quebec. “This led to the creation of the centre as a top training venue […]

Dominick Ménard knows a thing or two about gravel biking. On top of creating the web and TV series Bonvelo and serving as the ambassador for Pittstop Vélo-Café, he’s also a two-time member of the national mountain biking team. Plus he just biked 23,000 km from BC to Argentina. He’s now back at his base […]

Bromont is mountain biking territory. Just look at the Parc des Sommets and Bromont, montagne d’expérience (aka BME). Where else can you find two awesome side-by-side sites to enjoy your favourite sport? We asked Marie-Christine Daignault, coach and editor of Racines mountain biking magazine, what makes the duo’s 150 km of trails so special. Here’s […]

“Whenever I chat with friends about where to go golfing, Bromont is always at the top of the list,” says Max Lalonde, well-known Quebec TV and radio sports host. Lalonde has played the region’s greens on multiple occasions but says the courses in Bromont are his favourites. Royal Bromont : stunning views “The early-season greens […]

Si petit soit-il et Julius Café : Family-run pastry & specialty coffee shop duo   Think chocolate-dipped cheesecakes & Costa Rican coffee freshly roasted on-site. In other words: a haven of happiness! Try the original cheesecakes (including orange creamsicle, funfetti, chai pecan and pistachio & rosewater!) Pittstop Vélo-Café : Good eats & drinks for remote […]

Parc des Sommets is a community love affair. This network of mountain summits overseen by Amis des sentiers de Bromont is a great example of how trails can be managed in a healthy way in protected environments – and still give nature lovers a magnificent playground to enjoy. “Thanks to the community, we’ve been able […]

Le Roux Buvette & Caviste is no mere restaurant. Its stunning views of the mountain and Yamaska River make it a complete sensory experience. And that’s not all. See why this dining destination nestled at the entrance to Bromont is a must-visit for lovers of wine, cocktails, and local flavours. Most of us associate the […]

Craving good food? Here are our favourite Bromont restaurants. Shack du pêcheur Express :  Seafood by the… mountain! Scrumptious seafood on the go! This little sister of Shack du Pêcheur serves up everything from fish & chips to lobster poutine – complete with generous portions, fresh ingredients, and attentive service. Eat-in or picnic in the […]