{"id":8038,"date":"2020-09-02T14:43:41","date_gmt":"2020-09-02T18:43:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/?p=8038"},"modified":"2024-03-21T09:48:46","modified_gmt":"2024-03-21T13:48:46","slug":"the-perfect-motorcycle-itinerary-in-the-eastern-townships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourismebrome-missisquoi.ca\/en\/blogue\/the-perfect-motorcycle-itinerary-in-the-eastern-townships\/","title":{"rendered":"The Perfect Motorcycle Itinerary in the Eastern Townships"},"content":{"rendered":"

Motorcycles are an especially interesting means of transportation for a tourism outing in the Eastern Townships. Therefore, we asked our colleague Annie, who enjoys heading out regularly on a motorbike with her husband, to share with first-time visitors her favourite itinerary for exploring our region.<\/p>\n

The following route showcases the best of what our area has to offer: picturesque landscapes, friendly villages, vineyards and all kinds of gourmet stops.<\/p>\n

The Sutton-Frelighsburg-Saint-Armand-Dunham Loop<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Distance: <\/strong>116\u00a0km<\/p>\n

Departure: <\/strong>Tim Hortons, at the corner of Routes 202 and 139 (according to Annie this is where motorcyclists usually meet in the region).<\/p>\n

Admiring the Mountain Views <\/strong><\/h2>\n

At the Tim Hortons intersection, turn left and take Route\u00a0139 South<\/strong> towards Sutton\u2019s Coeur Villageois<\/a>. The views of the Sutton mountains Massif are simply magnificent.<\/p>\n

As you leave the town of Sutton, continue on Route\u00a0139 South, towards Abercorn. Take des\u00a0\u00c9glises Ouest Street on the right for 4.7\u00a0km. You\u2019ll enjoy some amazing views of Vermont\u2019s Green Mountains Range (including the summit of Jay Peak), as well as of Mount Pinacle.<\/p>\n

When you come to the stop sign, turn left on Chemin des\u00a0\u00c9rables and then, at the next stop, turn right on Chemin Richford. Don\u2019t hesitate to stop at Clos Saragnat<\/a>, where you\u2019ll discover one of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s oldest orchards. Here you\u2019ll meet Louise Dupuis and Christian Barthomeuf (the inventor of ice cider) and experience tasting their exceptional organic cider.<\/p>\n

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Then, at the junction of Route\u00a0237 North<\/strong>, turn right towards the town of Frelighsburg, considered as one of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s most beautiful small villages. Here, we suggest you drop by La\u00a0Rumeur Affam\u00e9e<\/a> to enjoy a great tasting cup of coffee along with a delicious Viennese pastry. And, if you can, stop by La\u00a0Fourn\u00e9e des sucreries de l\u2019\u00e9rable<\/a> to pick up one of their famous maple syrup pies!<\/p>\n

Towards Missisquoi Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Continue east on Chemin Saint-Armand, a magnificent winding and hilly road. Towards the end of summer, you\u2019ll come across a field of sunflowers in bloom\u2014a true ray of sunshine!<\/p>\n

After about 20\u00a0km, you\u2019ll arrive at a stop sign on Route\u00a0133. Cross the highway to Avenue Montgomery, then turn right onto Avenue Champlain. A few public benches will welcome you to take a moment to appreciate the Zen ambiance emanating from Lake Champlain.<\/p>\n

Next, the Route des vins Brome-Missisquoi <\/strong><\/h2>\n

Continue on Avenue Champlain and turn left on Route\u00a0133 towards Pike River. After 7.1\u00a0km, turn right on Route\u00a0202 East which will take you to the town of Bedford (Annie strongly suggests you make a short gourmet detour to the Fromagerie Missiska <\/a>known for its excellent cheeses made with pure jersey cow milk).<\/p>\n

Continue on Route\u00a0202 towards Dunham. On your way, you\u2019ll find yourself riding across the Dunham Valley recognized as being the birthplace of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s viticulture industry. Annie recommends you stop at the Vignoble de l\u2019Orpailleur, \u00e9conomus\u00e9e du vigneron<\/a>.<\/u><\/p>\n

In addition to their delicious wines, you can select from a French bistro-inspired menu on the terrace of their restaurant, Le Tire-Bouchon. At the\u00a0Vignoble Gagliano<\/a>, just next door, you\u2019ll be welcomed by a Little Italy type ambiance. You\u2019ll find picnic tables where you can eat your lunch or enjoy their famous wood oven baked pizzas. If time allows, we suggest another stop at the Domaine des\u00a0C\u00f4tes d\u2019Ardoise<\/a>, Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s first commercial vineyard! Savour their wines and walk along the paths of their \u201cNature et Cr\u00e9ation\u201d art exhibition featuring over a hundred outdoor sculptures.<\/p>\n

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Then, further down the road, in the heart of the town of Dunham, you\u2019ll find more restaurant options such as the Brasserie Dunham<\/a> where you\u2019ll discover their highly renowned beers and their delicious pub-style menu, or yet again, the restaurant La\u00a0Bodega<\/a> and their Spain and Latin America inspired tapas. Once you\u2019ve satisfied your appetite, head back out on Route\u00a0202 to return to Cowansville.<\/p>\n

Enjoy your outing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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