Your spring getaway in the Outaouais region
Spring in the Outaouais is a chance to get away from the crowds, reconnect with nature and take some time for yourself. Landscapes come alive, accommodations are more accessible, and gourmet pleasures are on the menu. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, an epicurean or in search of relaxation and novelty, the off-season is full of surprises!
A Spring Getaway
Take advantage of lower rates and greater availability to find the perfect place to admire nature at its best. Whether it’s an unusual accommodation, at the treetop, in a B&B or an Inn located in a picturesque village, plan your spring getaway!
Curious about the wildlife coming to life in spring? See thousands of Canada geese return to Parc national de Plaisance. At Parc Omega, attend naturalist presentations on wolves, beavers and deer. Take a stroll along the magnificent First Nation trail around a lake full of trout. At this time of year, the region’s waterfalls are bursting at the seams with the melting snow. Admire the spectacle without delay!
Extend your skiing season in the Outaouais mountains. Spring skiing goes very well with the sunny terraces of the resorts. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and the sunshine coming back.
Check availability of ski resorts before you go | Parc national de Plaisance opens on April 25, remember to dress for the changing weather so you can make the most of your getaway!
Welcoming Spring With Flavors
The Outaouais during off-season is pure pleasure for the taste buds! Maple syrup time starts earlier than we believe, and the sugar shacks are ready to welcome you with sweet delights. The menu of the region’s restaurants is renewed for the occasion!
Succumb to the maple table menu at L’Huile d’Olive, or the restaurant Le Rituel, or the comfort food at L’Orée du Bois. Hop lovers won’t be left out! Discover new creations from local microbreweries. Join a beer tasting at Chelsea & Co or get together with friends at Microbrewery 5e Baron.
Subscribe to your favorite restaurants’ social media networks for the latest menu launches! Reserve early to skip line-ups, especially at the sugar shacks.
Introduction to New Experiences
During this quieter period, why not discover a new passion? The Outaouais region is bursting with original activies! Learn the art of mixology in a workshop at La Cocktailerie from Distillerie du Square. Take a pottery class at Muraï Céramique and enjoy shaping clay with your hands. Sporty by nature? Try bouldering at Klimat Fitness and take a coffee break at the bistro.
Depending on the weather, there are several other indoor activities to complete your list of new experiences. Visit one of the Outaouais museums, with their rich variety of exhibits. Cultural activities are also a must to brighten up the off-season. Laugh out loud at a comedy show, attend a play or discover a local musician!
Take Care of Yourself and Slow Down
Is the change of season making you want to refresh your surroundings and welcome the new? It’s the perfect time for spring shopping in the Outaouais! From Habitude Design thrift stores to eco-friendly boutique Bulles et Chiffons, make choices combining style and ecological awareness. Rediscover the pleasure of eating well with local products from local fine food stores. Why not also adding a touch of softness to this transition? Treat yourself to a pampering treatment at one of the 8 relaxing spas in the Outaouais.
Taking care of yourself also means visiting the region in slow-travel mode. Take the time to admire the landscapes surrounding you, savor every bite of your local meal and take interest in the local culture.
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