Lac des Nations

Eastern Townships


South of all the sights, Rivière Magog flows into the pretty Lac des Nations, which is surrounded by a scenic paved trail perfect for walking, in-line skating and cycling (rentals available).


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Eastern Townships attractions

1. Cathédrale St-Michel

0.88 MILES

Quietly overlooking the action from its hilltop perch is the Cathédrale St-Michel, a monumental granite, Gothic-style edifice.

2. Musée des Beaux-Arts

0.92 MILES

This museum has a good permanent collection featuring works by regional artists; it also stages temporary exhibitions.

3. La Société d'Histoire de Sherbrooke

0.92 MILES

This center offers an engaging introduction to the town's history and includes exhibitions on the odd Loyalist-Francophone identity of the Eastern…

4. Bishop's University

3.57 MILES

If you're interested in scholarly pursuits, head 5km south from Sherbrooke (or catch bus 2 or 11) to Lennoxville to see the Anglican Bishop's University,…

5. Orford Musique

14.26 MILES

Each summer this renowned music academy, dating back to 1951, hosts the Festival Orford Musique, a celebration of music and art that features more than 60…

6. Parc National du Mont Orford

14.44 MILES

Just outside the town of Magog, Mont Orford (853m) dominates the lush Parc National du Mont Orford. In winter the park is a cross-country and downhill…

7. Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook

18.17 MILES

Straddling a lovely forested gorge outside the town of Coaticook, this scenic park is famous for having the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge…

8. Musée J Armand Bombardier

20.67 MILES

This eccentric little museum is named after Joseph Armand Bombardier, the inventor of the Ski-Doo (snowmobile). Also known ambitiously as the Museum of…