Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is a regional French-Canadian town blessed with more than 150 years of rich history and culture, along with a charming town centre surrounding by forested mountains. The town is encircled by picturesque lakes and is located near a popular year-round mountain park and verdant national park.
Things to do in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts
Local life in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts centres around the downtown core, where antique-style buildings house unique boutiques, such as La Gamine L'Homme en plus, Chaussures Populaires and Boutique L'Exotique. You can also enjoy a range of local and international dining, including Italian dishes at Restaurant Mikael, cocktails at Restaurant La Table Ludique and delicious ice cream at La Cremière Au Parc Lagny.
The central Sables Lake complements the town’s peaceful ambience and is a popular spot for picnics and walking in the Place Lagny park. Don’t forget to check out Mini-Golf Du Lac Des Sables in the park, which has a fun themed course. Keen golfers can head to Golf Sainte-Agathe, which boasts an immaculate nine-hole course.
Outdoor adventurers will enjoy exploring Regional Park Val-David-Val-Morin, which offers hiking, mountain biking and rock climbing during summer. Come winter, the park is a popular spot for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. You’ll also find plenty of high-flying fun at TYROPARC, which has zip-lines and abseiling.
Nature lovers will enjoy exploring the expansive Parc Linéaire Le P'tit Train du Nord, which was originally a railway track but now features scenic bike paths alongside tranquil waterways. In winter, drive a little further to Mont Tremblant, a popular ski resort with groomed runs for all skill levels.
Getting around Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts
Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is about 110 kilometres from Montreal, where you can fly into Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. You can walk or use buses to get around the city, while a car is best for travelling further afield.