Sugar time
A trip to the sugar shack—the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth
Here, maple syrup season isn't just a date on the calendar. It's a spring ritual, an excuse to slow down, get together, and savor the golden nectar as we have for generations.
Starting in February, our sugar bushes open their doors and welcome you with open arms. So why not add a trip to the sugar shack to your calendar? Whether with family, friends, or even coworkers, it's always a good idea.
In Haut-Richelieu, we are known for our maple groves, and rightly so. Here, tradition brings us back to basics. We take our time. We laugh loudly. We savor the moment... or we try (as best we can) to keep up with the frantic pace of excited children with little fingers and coats sticky with syrup.
We know that a trip to the maple grove can be the start of a whole getaway! Because maple syrup, here, is often just the beginning of special moments that leave a lasting impression on young and old alike.
Maple groves
Ordering maple products is great. But experiencing them firsthand is even better. Visiting a sugar shack means meeting passionate producers, discovering their expertise, and turning a simple meal into a real activity.
Depending on the sugar bush you choose, extend the fun with: nature trails, sleigh rides, interactive courses, games for children, and more.
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Discover our sweet microadventure
Have you already booked your spot at the cabin? Perfect. Now all that's left is to turn this outing into a real microadventure.
Nature walks, gourmet stops, local discoveries... Here, everything is within easy reach so you can fully enjoy maple season and already be looking forward to coming back to see us again.
Here, we savor the sweet season
A well-established tradition
Did you know that Haut-Richelieu is the region with the highest number of sugar shacks with dining rooms in Montérégie?
The first maple groves appeared here as early as 1850. At the time, they were mainly family businesses, where knowledge was passed down from generation to generation. Today, some have become commercial enterprises, but the passion for maple syrup remains intact.
Mont-Saint-Grégoire is a perfect example. The Sous-Bois trail transports us to a rural setting where the region's maple groves stretch for several kilometers. Among them, the Charbonneau Maple Grove stands out proudly: in 1929, it became the first maple grove in Quebec to open a reception hall.
Watch our Haut-Richelieu flavors video: maple products to immerse yourself in this gourmet world!
