Montebello, QC - what to do, where to go, where to eat

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Welcome to Montebello, QC!

Located east of Gatineau on the Ottawa River, approximately half way betweenOttawa and Montreal, Montebello is a little country village surrounded by the type of impressive Canadian wilderness made famous in postcards and souvenir photos. The area was first settled in the mid-19th century by the family of Louis-Joseph Papineau, a man who later became seigneur of the area and, between 1848 and 1850, built what is now the Manoir Papineau National Historic Site. Today the village is best known for Le Chateau Montebello, the largest log structure ever built. Currently owned by the Fairmont Hotel chain, the chateau and the neighbouringFairmont Kenauk, which is located on a huge protected wilderness area where visitors can stay in luxury cabins, are at the centre of most of the village's outdoor pursuits including fishing, hunting, canoeing, hiking and more. Fairmont le Chateau Montebello Club de Golf is one of the area's three golf courses, while Omega Parkthrills visitors by giving them the chance to see several species of wild animals up close.

Manoir Papineau National Historic Site

Built between 1848 and 1850, Manoir Papineau was the home of seigneur Louis-Joseph Papineau. The home is of historical importance due to its unique architectural style as well as antique furnishings which belonged to Papineau and his descendants.

Address: 500, rue Notre-Dame | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-6965

Omega Park

Omega Park gives visitors the chance to see wild animals in their natural habitat. The 605 ha (1500 acre) park contains a number of animal species include black bear, bison, beaver, wolf, moose, red deer and many more. Guests can view the animals from the safety of their vehicles. The park also features a snack bar, a gift shop, pedestrian paths, a picnic area, an information centre and a birds of prey show.

Address: 399, Route 323 North | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-5487

399 Route 323 North
Montebello Québec J0V 1L0

Tel. 1-819-423-5487
Fax 1-819-423-5427

September 2nd to October 13, 2014 Admission from 10am to 4pm Closure at 6pm

Adults Seniors Children 6 to 15 y.o. Children 2 to 5 y.o.

23.00$ 22.00$ 14.00$ 9.00$

Bring carrots to the deers.

Useful Tips

·                                 Bring your binoculars for a better observation of our animals.

·                                 Bring your camera or video camera.

·                                 Listen to the radio station FM 90.1.

·                                 Leave your pets at home.

·                                 In the winter or uncertain weather, you may call either the park to obtain information about accessibility, or visit the site for local weather.

·                                 During the summer, the high traffic hours in the park are from 11am to 3pm, therefore you may come before or after these times if you wish to avoid the crowds.

·                                 The car path is not available to motorcycles. Those travelling by motorcycles are welcome and may rent a caged-in cart at the entrance, upon availability.

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Ranch El Pequeno

Ranch El Pequeno gives visitors the chance to see Montebello and the surrounding area on horseback. Guests can have a lesson then go for an hour-long ride, or take a seven-day trip around the region. Sleigh rides are offered in winter, and there is a farm and a sugar shack on the property.

Address: 850, rue 321 | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-5474

Ottawa River

The Ottawa River runs more than 1,130 kilometres, forming a nutural boundary between the provinces of Ontario and Quebec.

Manoir Papineau National Historic Site

Built between 1848 and 1850, Manoir Papineau was the home of seigneur Louis-Joseph Papineau. The home is of historical importance due to its unique architectural style as well as antique furnishings which belonged to Papineau and his descendants.

Address: 500, rue Notre-Dame | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-6965

Boutique Gens du Pays

This small art gallery displays the work of artists from the region. Visitors can take home a unique souvenier in oil or watercolour. The work of Montebello artist Denise Harvey Desroches, among others, is on exhibit at Boutique Gens du Pays.

Address: 626-B, rue Notre-Dame | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-1448

Studio Denise Harvey Desroches

Open for public viewing year-round and by appointment over the winter months, this artist-run gallery space features the landscape and still life water color paintings of resident artist, Denise Harvey Desroches. Her paintings have been exhibited at group and solo shows in Quebec, Canada, the United States and Europe.

Address: 580 Owens. | Montebello, QC | J0V 1M0
Telephone: 1 819 423-5383

Mulligans Bar

Mulligans Bar is located in the club house at Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello Club de Golf. The casual bar is a great place to relax with a beer and some snacks after a round of golf. The menu includes items such as a steak sandwich, vegetarian chilli and breaded veggies with cheese sticks and ribs.

Address: 300, rue De Chalet | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-6341

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Le Zouk Resto-Pub

Dark furnishings and wood floors give the interior of Le Zouk Resto-Pub a rustic appearance. Visitors can sip a beer or a glass of wine on the terrace in the summer. The menu features items such as Caesar salad, baguette sandwiches and light entrees.

Rank: 3.5/5 » Read Reviews

Address: 530, rue Notre-Dame | Montebello, QC | J0V 1L0
Telephone: 1 819 423-2080

Marina du village de Montebello

101, rue Laurier
Montebello (Qc), Canada
J0V 1L0 

Chocomotive – Chocolate Economuseum

Gare de Montebello, 502, rue Notre-Dame, route 148
Montebello (Qc), Canada
J0V 1L0 

An adventure into the world of chocolate awaits you at the old Montebello train station, at Chocolaterie Chocomotive! Chocolate makers and head chefs Gaëtan Tessier and Luc Gielen will be your guides to this delicious destination. On the menu, tastings of organic free-trade chocolate specialities featuring local products that have made the chocolaterie famous. A marriage of flavours each more tempting than the next! In addition to their traditional range of praline and seasonal chocolates, the Chocolaterie Chocomotive offers a range of organic free-trade chocolates, as well as a line of chocolates made from terroir or even Aboriginal products.

Camp Explora

Camp Explora has two different mystery safaris on electric ATVs so you can explore a lost and fascinating world on Mount Wescott in Montebello, Quebec. Since January 2011, we also provide mountain tours in a Land Rover to clients of Fairmont Le Château Montebello. Two 90-minute treasure hunt adventures (mystery safaris) are available for adults and children (minimum 12 years old).

480, rue Notre Dame
Montebello (Qc), Canada
J0V 1L0 

Useful links:

http://www.fairmont.com/montebello/pdf/lcm-spa-brochure-en/

http://www.fairmont.com/montebello/activities-services/spa/

http://www.fairmont.com/montebello/activities-services/destination-guide/

http://www.quebecgetaways.com/activities/attractions_montebello

http://www.quebecgetaways.com/activities/attractions_montebello

Bonne Chance! Paola