What's to See in The Eastern Townships (Part 2 of 2)

Visiting The Eastern Townships means not missing Mont Orford and Coaticook even if they were both situated a few hours drive from our B&B. We looked forward to driving because the views were really a feast to our eyes. 

Jan and I got very Canadian and experienced apple picking ourselves. Apple farms and grape vineyards were scattered all over area. You need not look any further. 

Coaticook is even smaller than Magog. It is even quieter here than it was in Magog or Sherbrooke. Please don't judge us when I say we were just here for the ice cream.

Mont-Orford National Park was the highlight of our third day. The park was so huge, it was impossible to see everything in one or two days. The park has several camping sites for recreational vehicles. It also has a clear, unobstructed view of Lac Memphrémagog. It was only a day trip for Jan and I, but we instantly fell in love. So many things to see and do yet so little time.

leading through the inside of the national park

 

 

 

 

 

We chose the easy to medium trail, perfect for beginners who haven't hiked in a long time

We came, we saw, we conquered!

 

When the pandemic is over and we have the luxury of time, I would'nt mind visiting the place again. 

What's to See in The Eastern Townships (Part 1 of 2)

We had a short stay in The Eastern Townships, visiting four towns. Magog is where bed and breakfasts, summer homes, and cottages were aplenty. We decided to spend two nights here. The internet led us to a beautiful B&B called La Maison Verte in rue Merry, a short five-minute walk to downtown area. It is run by a lovely couple, who turned their beautiful sanctuary to a guest house. When we went there, there were two other couples spending the night. The hosts were attentive and kind. They were never intrusive. We were even surprised to always come home to a made up room.

quaint and beautiful facade of the B&B

 

I think they have four rooms in total. Each had a television & fridge (and a sink, because *pandemic*). You could see the beauty of each room, sparing no detail untouched. 

 

The breakfast was also another level. It was yummy and filling. They made the food themselves, even the bread. This alone takes the cake!

homemade strawberry and blueberry jam

 

their cute  reading nook <3 

 

the back view of their house

Bleu Lavande

From Magog, we headed to Bleu Lavande. After a scenic drive (with several oohs and ahhs), we arrived in the afternoon and thankfully there were less tourists making physical distancing possible. We came a few weeks after their harvest so there's less lavander to see but the beautiful view more than makes up for it. 

 

Jan and I had a picnic to enjoy the magnificent view right in front of our eyes.

Konnichiwa! :)

I was in hydrangeas-heaven!

Imagine yourself here- warm afternoon sun with cool breeze and nature all around you!