Must-sees and hidden gems: what to see and do in Saint-Brigitte-de-Laval?
1. Explore the mountain trail
The scent of fir trees, a carpet of needles underfoot, and golden light filtering through the branches. Welcome to the mountain trail. Set in the heart of Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval, this hiking path offers a full immersion in the boreal forest. You’ll find loops for every level, and people come here as much for the quiet as for the 360-degree view from the summit. The bonus? The rare pleasure of crossing paths with more deer than hikers, especially on weekdays.
2. Swim at Simons Falls
When summer settles into Quebec, this is where you come to cool off. Tucked into a lush green setting, Simons Falls is a little gem, just a 15-minute drive away. It reveals a series of natural pools that are perfect for a refreshing dip. The sound of rushing water, sun-warmed rocks, and moss-covered banks all invite you to slow down. For a picnic or an afternoon nap, it’s a dream spot.
3. Paddle the Montmorency River
Gliding across the water to the soft splash of your paddle is a wonderful way to see the region from a different perspective. The Montmorency River runs through Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval, offering scenery that shifts throughout the day: mysterious morning mist, golden reflections in the late afternoon. Whether by kayak or stand-up paddleboard, more adventurous travelers can take on a few gentle rapids, while those seeking calm can simply enjoy the ride, surrounded by centuries-old pines.
4. Forage for wild mushrooms in the fall
In the fall, the woods around Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval blaze with color and fill with hidden treasures. With a local guide, head out on a mushroom-foraging walk in search of chanterelles, boletes, and hedgehog mushrooms. It’s a sensory and culinary introduction to the forest, beginning in cool moss and often ending in a skillet with butter and garlic. A beautiful way to get to know the woods better, it is by tasting them. Please note: foraging without a guide is strongly discouraged unless you have in-depth knowledge.
5. Spend the night up in the hills
Spend the night in a little slice of paradise and wake to birdsong, opening your eyes to a forest setting as peaceful as it is beautiful. That’s what you can experience in the hills above Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval when the warmer days arrive, especially around Berryman Mountain and its campground.
6. Use it as a base to explore the area
Set slightly inland, the peaceful little town of Sainte-Brigitte-de-Laval is an ideal place to settle in, rest, and unwind after a long day of exploring, from Quebec City to Montmorency Falls and the banks of the St. Lawrence River. And in winter, a sugar shack and fresh maple taffy are never far away.
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