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Excursions from Montréal : A Day in Val-David and the P’tit Train du Nord Trail

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A Day in Val-David and the P’tit Train du Nord Trail

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  • Morning

    Begin by taking Route 15, the Laurentian Autoroute, north to Exit 76, then join Route 117 north to the village of Val-David . At the Municipalité de Val-David (2501 rue de l’Eglise) you can obtain a map and detailed information about the region.

    Walk down rue de l’Eglise to visit the Mille et Un Pots gallery and gift shop (2435 rue de l’Eglise). This exhibition of handmade pottery and works of art is the largest ceramic show in North America, produced by an esteemed collective of over 50 Québécois artists. For a great lunch, backtrack to rue de la Sapinière and turn right to Hotel la Sapinière (1244 chemin de la Sapinière 1-800 567 6635 $$$).

    Afternoon

    After lunch, explore the Piste de la P’tit Train du Nord , a green swath of protected trails snaking 200 km (125 miles) through the Laurentides on the old mountain train path. The defunct railroad line is perfect for hiking, cycling and walking in summer and cross-country skiing in winter. If cycling is your preference, Phénix Sports (2444 rue de l’Eglise) rents bikes.

    Return to Val-David and, if you have the energy, shop for unusual Christmas decorations at Village du Père Noël (987 rue Morin), open all year. Then enjoy a traditional Québécois dinner at Restaurant Le Petit Poucet (see Rotisserie au Petit Poucet).

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