Discover the Best Things to Do in Mont Orford for Summer and Winter
Activities by Kerri, Founder of Chalets Hygge
From long weekends to week-long escapes, the Eastern Townships invite you to slow down, reconnect, and experience the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Surrounded by mountains, lakes, forests, vineyards, and charming villages, this is a place where every day can look a little different.
Spend your mornings hiking scenic trails, cycling through the countryside, paddling across peaceful lakes, or exploring the region’s endless outdoor adventures. Prefer a slower rhythm? Settle into cozy cafés, unwind at a spa, wander local villages, or end the day beside a crackling fire with a glass of wine in hand.
And because adventures are better together, many experiences throughout the region are dog-friendly too — from trails and outdoor patios to nature-filled escapes your four-legged companion will love just as much as you.
Here, explorers, relaxers, food lovers, and dog lovers all find their perfect pace.
@marieisaway and @sam.angers at Mont Pinnacle
Linda Turgeon in The Eastern Townships for Bonjour Quebec
Andi Labrosse of @andi.creates at Le Marais de la Rivière Aux Cerises
SUMMER OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Road Cycling and Mountain Biking
Mont Orford Road Cycling and Bike Paths 🚴♀️
Looking for the best cycling routes in the Eastern Townships? Orford and Magog are among Québec’s most loved cycling destinations, offering everything from peaceful paved bike paths and scenic country roads to challenging climbs and rolling countryside views.
Whether you're a casual rider, road cyclist, family cyclist, or eBike explorer, there’s a route for every pace and every kind of adventure.
To make exploring easy, we’ve created curated cycling itineraries starting directly from the chalet, with suggested stops along the way — local cafés, beaches, lookouts, villages, and hidden gems we love.
Cycling resources near Chalets Hygge:
2 Bike Paths Suggestions in Orford and Magog
Road Cycling: 7 Road Bike Ride Suggestions
Bike and eBike Rentals Options
Explore The Eastern Townships Wine Route by Bike 🍷🚴
Some places feel like they were made to be explored on two wheels, and The Eastern Townships Wine Route is one of them.
Winding through rolling countryside, charming villages, and vineyard landscapes, the Brome-Missisquoi Wine Route is a 160 km marked tourism route featuring 24 vineyards, some of the oldest in Québec. Together, they represent more than a third of the province’s wine production, making this one of Québec’s most celebrated food and wine destinations.
But don't worry — this isn’t an all-or-nothing adventure. The route can be enjoyed through a variety of cycling circuits and shorter sections, making it easy to choose a relaxed half-day ride or a full day of exploring, depending on your pace and appetite.
Ride from vineyard to vineyard, stop for tastings, discover local cideries and gourmet producers, linger over a patio lunch, and enjoy the kind of scenery that constantly makes you want to stop for “just one more photo.”
And if you’d rather leave the leg-burning climbs to technology, some wineries and partners along the route even offer eBike rentals, making it even easier to explore more of the region while keeping the ride relaxed and enjoyable.
Perfect for couples, friends, and anyone who believes bike rides should occasionally include a glass of wine and a charcuterie board.
Discover La Véloroute Gourmande 🥖🚴
For food lovers and cyclists, the Véloroute Gourmande combines two of our favorite things: beautiful scenery and incredible local flavors.
Stretching approximately 235 km between Montréal and Sherbrooke, this unique cycling experience follows sections of Québec’s Route Verte and was created around a simple idea: slow down and truly experience a region as you ride through it.
Along the route, cyclists discover more than 125 gourmet stops, including vineyards, cideries, cafés, local markets, microbreweries, farms, and artisan food producers. ()
We’re also proud to be an official accommodation provider for La Véloroute Gourmande, making Chalets Hygge a perfect home base for your cycling adventure.
And don't worry — you don’t need to commit to all 235 km. The route is thoughtfully divided into smaller sections that can easily be enjoyed as day rides. Guests can hop directly onto nearby portions of the route from the chalet area, making it easy to enjoy beautiful scenery, local flavours, and a relaxed cycling experience at your own pace.
Think fresh strawberries in summer, artisan cheeses, local wines, hidden cafés, and plenty of reasons to stop just a little longer than planned.
Sometimes the best rides are less about speed and more about snacks.
Mountain Biking in Mont Orford 🚵♂️
The Eastern Townships have become one of Québec’s most exciting mountain biking destinations, offering an incredible mix of terrain, scenery, and trail styles.
In Orford, discover peaceful forest singletrack ideal for scenic rides and skill building. Head to Bromont for lift-access downhill, flow trails, enduro runs, and adrenaline-filled runs. In Sutton, you'll find a balance of cross-country and technical trails winding through beautiful forest landscapes.
From relaxed rides to full-throttle adventure, every kind of rider can find their rhythm here — all within easy reach of your cozy home base.
Mountain Biking Resources:
Mont Orford Mountain and Fat Biking Trails
Strom Spa Sherbrooke by Bianca Desjardins
RELAXING ACTIVITIES
Nordic Spas near Mont Orford🧖♀️
The Eastern Townships are a sanctuary for wellness and time spent in nature — an ideal setting to slow down, breathe deeply, and reset.
At the heart of the region’s wellness culture are its celebrated Nordic spas, where thermal circuits, river plunges, and peaceful forest settings invite true relaxation. Whether you’re planning a romantic escape or a solo retreat, you’ll find several exceptional spas just minutes from Chalets Hygge, each offering a distinct way to unwind, restore, and reconnect.
Hygge Perk: And for a little extra indulgence, some even offer exclusive perks for our guests.
Spas in the Eastern Townships: 6 Wellness Experiences to Discover
Wineries close to Mont Orford🍇
Sip, savour, and explore! The Eastern Townships are bursting with beautiful vineyards and craft cider houses, making it the perfect place to dive into our growing vino-culture. From sunny terraces to charming tasting rooms, you’ll have a blast discovering our favourite wineries and ciders for the perfect day out.
DOG FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
Mont Orford Dog Friendly Activities 🐕
There’s nothing better than exploring the Eastern Townships with your favourite four-legged adventurer — and lucky for you, this region might just be Québec’s dog-friendliest playground. Around our chalets, you and your pup can choose from countless scenic trails, each offering fresh air, big views, and that irresistible sense of freedom. And the fun doesn’t stop when the hike does…
From dog-friendly patios and cafés to wineries that welcome pups with open arms (and sometimes water bowls!), the Townships offer a whole world of activities you can enjoy together. Breweries, orchards, vineyard tastings, lakeside strolls, village visits — you’ll find no shortage of places where your dog is not only allowed, but adored.
Of all the trails in the area, these three are our absolute favourites — each ending with a breathtaking final view that makes the journey unforgettable for both you and your furry co-explorer.
Cécile Benoît for Bonjour Québec on the shores of Lake Memphremagog
Audrey-Lyne of @ferlattez at Mont Orford National Park
Jess Aquino of @jessmegan at Ski Mont Orford
ACTIVITÉS DE PLEIN AIR D'HIVER
Experience 4 Alpine Ski Mountains Near Mont Orford 🎿
You’ll have access to four of the Eastern Townships’ best ski mountains — all within easy reach.
Spend your days carving the slopes at Mont-Orford, skiing under the lights at Bromont, gliding through the glades at Mont Sutton, or soaking in the stunning views of Lake Memphremagog from Owl’s Head. Each mountain has its own vibe, and the beauty is… you don’t have to pick just one.
As our guest, you’ll also enjoy 20% off daily lift tickets at Mont-Orford, making spontaneous ski days even sweeter.
Want even more flexibility? With the L’EST GO Card, preload 2 to 8 ski days and move freely between all four mountains — including weekends and holidays — at your own pace.
P.S. Sadly the 2 offers cannot be combined.
Cross-Country Ski Near Mont Orford🎿
If cross-country skiing is your winter love language (it’s ours, too!), you’ll feel right at home here. We’re ideally located near some of the Eastern Townships’ most beautiful and well-maintained trails.
Just minutes away, Parc national du Mont-Orford offers a vast network of groomed trails weaving through peaceful forests and postcard-worthy scenery.
For even more variety, explore the charming villages of Orford and Eastman, where local trails blend prepared routes with a more natural feel — perfect for skiers of all levels. The village trails connect directly to village paths, making it easy to warm up with a coffee or stroll before or after your ski. Best of all? Trail access in both villages is completely free.
Hiking & Snowshoe Trails in Mont Orford National Park 🥾
The Eastern Townships were made for wandering. Whether it’s a gentle forest stroll or a challenging mountain climb, every trail leads to fresh air, beautiful views, and that just-one-more-kilometer feeling.
We’ve curated a list of our go-to family- and dog-friendly hikes so you can explore with confidence and ease.
See you on the trail!