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Start your day on the right foot by hiking one of the 14 trails in Black Mountains Park in Ripon. Go to the top of the observation tower and enjoy the breathtaking view. Now that you've worked up an appetite, settle in at the Café du Bistrot for a wood-fired pizza. Next, stock up on chocolate at ChocoMotive before spending an enjoyable wildlife-themed afternoon at Parc Omega.
The Parc des Montagnes Noires de Ripon has 17 trails (total length 25 km) for hiking, mountain biking, fat biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and board sports. Explore an 800-acre forest combining the woodland environment of the Petite Nation and the agricultural landscape. From the top of the 12-metre observation tower at the lookout on Mont Grand-Pic, 426 metres above sea level, you can admire the Petite-Nation valley. You can rent outdoor equipment (cross-country skiing, snowshoe, slide tube, Hok Skiing, Sledging. It is also possible to spend the night there either camping or in a shelter, both in summer and winter.
Located in the village of Saint-André-Avellin, the restaurant Le Café du Bistrot offers fresh, up-to-date, progressive cuisine that's well worth the detour. Discover a unique wine list, savor a pizza baked in a wood-fired oven, or indulge in the Table d'hôte formula, whose dishes change with the seasons and local produce. Take a seat on the terrace and sip a refreshing drink, or sit down in the dining room and treat yourself to an intimate moment in a warm atmosphere. The establishment also offers a catering service: Le Trotteur.
Since 1991, Parc Omega in Montebello has offered a unique experience in Quebec! Drive your vehicle along more than 12 kilometers of trails and discover a variety of animal species living in habitats that closely resemble their natural environments. You can even feed carrots to the deer that approach your car. Extend your visit by staying in one of our unique accommodations and spending the night near wolves, deer, or bears. Take a guided tour to learn more about the animals and the park's history.
ChocoMotive is an artisan chocolate factory using authentic know-how for its production. By opening its workshop to the public, ChocoMotive offers an interpretation of the chocolatier's craft. ChocoMotive presents a traditional range of pralines and seasonal moldings made from certified organic and fair-trade chocolate. The company favors local and indigenous products. Member of the International Society of Economuseums.