CREDIT PHOTO CLOVIS DURAND
CREDIT PHOTO MANUEL FORTADO
The Wine Route on two wheels What could be more enjoyable
than discovering the wine region on two wheels and taking the time to stop and admire the beauty of nature and its breathtaking views? In the Quebec countryside of the
Eastern Townships, Brome-Missis- quoi offers the Wine Route, span- ning 140 kilometres. The Wine Route allows you to discover 17 vineyards and their products, with numer- ous bicycling routes allowing you to make shorter excursions. These outings, ranging in length from 40 to 50 kilometres, meet the needs of intermediate and beginning cyclists alike. The region is adored for the surprising diversity of its glens and valleys, from which emerge pictur- esque villages, with the Appalachian Mountains as a backdrop. A 50-kilometre Wine Route Circuit
was created specially for cycling enthusiasts. Along the way eight wineries, as well as numerous agro- tourism businesses, camping, B&B’s, bistros and patios, await discovery. Bromont has a lot offer cyclists.
The National Cycling Centre is there, and several road routes are available nearby amid wonderful surround- ings. The Centre allows the town to host many high-calibre cycling competitions and many athletes train there. Bromont, a well-known
four-season outdoor destination, of- fers a wide variety of activities. By travelling the region’s bike
paths, it is now possible to travel Bromont-Sutton-United States (Ver- mont) on Route Verte no. 4. From Bromont this route easily connects to Route Verte no. 1, for a magnifi- cent outing surrounded by breath- taking landscapes and luxurious nature. Throughout the region many
quality lodgings, B&B’s, inns and condos offer cycling packages, some that include a visit to a winery and a box lunch. Other lodging facili- ties including camping, in Bromont, Lac-Brome and Sutton, even have “Bienvenue cycliste” (cy- clists welcome) certification.
Taxi-vélo service Too tired to continue rid- ing, you had a breakdown or you don’t want
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to retrace your steps? Call the bike taxi service offered, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on road and on bike path alike, for a reasonable cost. No need to reserve in advance, but expect a wait of up to 60 min- utes. The taxis can take up to three cyclists and their bikes. Dial: 1 877 766-VELO (8356). To discover the bike routes of the Wine Route or others tourism infor- mation, go to:
www.tourismebrome-
missisquoi.ca
Events for your agenda Bromont Open (mountain bike
event) from August 14 to 22 –
www.mondialduvelo.com Wine harvest in September and
October (on the Wine Route) – A lot of activities: harvesting day, regional market and thematic visits –
www.laroutedesvins.ca La Tournée des 20, an event where
you can visit the studios of many of the region’s artists. Sept. 18, 19, 25 and 26, and Oct. 2, 3, 9, 10 and 11. Follow them on Facebook and
Twitter. Search for Région Brome- Missisquoi. «oo
www.ottawaoutdoors.ca
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