12 Sutton Must-Do’s to Add to Your Summer Agenda
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Whether it's an outdoor activity, a cultural outing, or a foodie discovery, you have a thousand reasons to stop in Sutton this summer.
Here are 12 of them.
Kayak on the Missisquoi River
The Missisquoi River is an invitation to all kayaking enthusiasts. Winding and shallow, this river is perfect for gentle paddling and learning to kayak. One suggestion: contact Canoe & Co or O’Kataventure Canoë & Co or O’Kataventure to plan your outing.
Wander around downtown... on an empty stomach
Why? Because you'll have plenty of opportunities to satisfy your appetite, and more! Pixel nano resto, Rumeur Affamée, l’Échappée Belle, Bagels Round Top, Yamabiko, etc. Soups, bagels, chocolates, French toast, sandwiches... Meals to eat on-site and plenty of products to take away, you'll be spoiled for choice!
Try mountain biking at Plein Air Sutton
At Mont Sutton, you'll find 47 kilometers of trails maintained by Plein Air Sutton of which 30% are for beginners and 50% are intermediate. You can rent your bike, take an introductory course, or even a private lesson. You even have the option of riding down the mountain with a guide. In short, a suggestion that will surely generate several of your best summer moments!
Scrutinize the sky at the ObservÉtoiles du Diable Vert
Certified as a dark sky preserve, the celestial vault above the Diable Vert will capture your attention like never before thanks to the ObservÉtoiles. An augmented reality experience in an open-air planetarium that you won't experience anywhere else! Psst! The Diable Vert has several other activities for you to discover: hiking, "bike-flying" (vélovolant), camping, river tubing...
Fill up on beauty in the art galleries
From July 12 to 20, the Tour des Arts invites you to meet 35 artists from the region who will generously open their doors to you. An experience that is good for the senses and the soul! Shows, exhibitions, and unique encounters will mark these beautiful days.
Attend the Sutton Traditional Fiddle
The event will be in its 12th edition and will take place in the heart of the village, from August 14 to 17. Concerts, workshops, dances, spaces for children... This summer event honors the violin and traditional music.
Have a picnic among the alpacas
The place is magical, the owners are really friendly, and the alpacas are... irresistible! After walking the four kilometers of trails that crisscross Alpagas Sutton, sit down at one of the picnic tables and savor the moment (and your lunch!).
Have supper on a terrace
There are several terraces in Sutton where it's nice to relax and grab a bite. Here are 12 to celebrate the beautiful season with friends or family!
Do a small part of the Wine Route
Stop at Château Ste-Agnès, admire the 19th-century installations including the pretty stone chapel, and taste your glass of white wine on the terrace. Or choose to park your RV at Domaine Bresee to spend the night and discover its exceptional products. Another possibility: Domaine Girouard to discover good wines, have a picnic and a guided tour of the estate. In all cases, you're in for a treat.
Eat, drink and sleep at the microbrewery
You can do all of this at the Auberge Sutton Brouërie, and living there is a really great experience! Are you afraid that sleeping there is impossible because of the noise? Not at all! The rooms are very well insulated and enveloping. At À l’Abordage Microbrasserie, you may not be able to sleep there, but you can certainly have a great time with friends or family.
Hike in the PENS (Sutton Natural Environment Park)
The PENS offers you a simply magical setting to walk for hours without ever getting tired. Some hikes are easy, like the one that will take you to the edge of Spruce Lake, while others will clearly test your calves (the Dos d’Orignal loop for example). In all cases, your visit will just make you want to do it again!
Cycle on the Traverse des Townships
Cyclists, do you swear only by difficult courses? You'll love the Traverse des Townships, a 47 km loop starting from the village of Sutton, and passing through Knowlton and the more than magnificent Stagecoach Road. And if you also like gravel roads, tree-lined lanes and steep climbs, you'll be in for a treat!
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