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Located in Megantic county's former Courthouse, this econo-museum has a micro-foundry which sheds light on the techniques used to work with bronze. You will have the opportunity to see, touch (with a white love offered at the entrance) and purchase the works of Québec artists on display in the boutique and gallery. The museum also offers collective works. A member of the Québec econo-museum network.

Average length of visit: 1 1/2 hours

Schedule: June 24 to Labour Day, daily from 10 am to 5 pm                                                                      For other opening times call (418) 453-2101

For more information: http://www.museedubronze.com

Jardins de vos Rêves is a five-acre garden nestled in the heart of the Appalachians between Victoriaville, Plessisville and Thetford-Mines. The garden features a mix of styles owing to various contributions the owners have received and ideas gathered on travels. The owners have been developping the garden since 1975 focussing on five main elements: wood, earth, fire, metal and water. Special thought is given to recycling and environmentally friendly methods. Art collective on site for painters and scupltors.

Average length of visit: 1h

Schedule: June 25 to Labour Day, 1pm to 4pm;
September weekends only

Admission: Adult $12,00; Child (under 12): free

Guided tours for groups only 

For more information: www.lesjardinsdevosreves.com

One destination, four seasons

• Snowmobile (direct access to trail Trans-Quebec #25)
• ATV (direct access to trails Trans-Quebec #11 and regional trail #426)
• Snow shoe
• Cross-country skiing
• Skating
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• Foot trails for your hiking pleasure
• Cycling
• Swimming
• Outdoor activities
• Pontoons
• Rowboats
• Peddle boats
• Canoes and kayaks  
• Outdoor/indoor Jacuzzi and infrared sauna
• Health SPA

Inverness guided tour (village and township) with historical re-enactment from colonial times to the present day. Tours of a few churches on route. Celtic boutique on site. Bilingual service. Meal and activity packages available.

Average lengh of visit: 2h

Schedule:
Late June to late September, Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm
October to June, by reservation
Group reservations required

Admission
Self-guided tour: $5,00 with purchase of historical map
Guided tour: $6,00

At the Éco-Délices cheese dairy, visitors can watch the cheese-making process through a viewing window how milk is processed into cheese. A short history of the business ais provides along with time to witness traditional expertise at its best.

Schedule: Year-round, 7 days a week, 9am to 4 pm; closed noon to 1 pm

Héritage Kinnears' Mills is an organisation dedicated to preserving the municipality's rich past. It offers guided tours which begin at the Methodist church that also houses an exhibition. Historical enactment in period costumes.

Schedule:
From June 28 to August 31, Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00 to 5:00
From September 9 to September 24, Saturdays & Sundays

Prices:
Adult: $ 8,00
Children (4 years old or less)

Discover minerals from all over the world and the mining history of the areas at the Thetfod Mines Mineralogical and Mining Museum. Come and visit a lot of exhibits.

Learn more about the mineral resources of the asbestos region and its mining history at its world-wide reputation museum. You will have the opportunity to discover not only the evolution of the asbestos over 125 years but also exceptional minerals from all over the world.

At the museum like in any other science centres you will learn and enjoy yourselves with our guides. Interactive games and workshops are organized for the whole family to discover how to recognize  minerals and to help you start your own collection, to experiment your own skills as "gobeur" (old technique) of "gobage" in the mines), you can also put on aminer suit and learn more about the evolution of this job.

June 24 to August 13: 9:30am to 6:00pm
August 14 to September 4: 9:30am à 5:00pm
September 5 to June 23, Tuesday to Sunday: 1:00pm to 5:00pm

For more information: http://www.mmmtm.qc.ca

Join us in a mine tour and discover the multiple faces of the mining industry and it's importance in our region.

Get ready for an extraordinary adventure into one of the largest asbestos mines in operation in Quebec. Your tour includes a visit to the lookout point, a presentation of asbestos-based products, a trip down into the open pit and stops at the extraction, bagging and shipping areas.

The visit, to the heart of the mine, will impress you when you see the size of the exploitation, the big trucks and the mechanical shovels needed to extract the mineral from the earth.

The visit lasts around 2 hours.

Individual guided tours:
From June 19 to September 5
June & September: start at 13h30
July & August: start at 10:30-1:30-3:30
The starts will be made with a minimum of 10 people from the Mineralogical Museum of Thetford-Mines.
It is preferable to reserve.

Prices
Adult: $ 17,00
Student ( 7 to 17 years old): $10,00
The admission to the Mineralogical Museum is included.

For more information: www.tourisme-amiante.com

La Clé des Bois the most important croos country skiing center of the area. La Clé des Bois offers more then 39 kilometers of well-marked cross-country skiing trails through forests and fields..
Beautiful landscape

• 39 kilometers of trails
• For all levels

Unique in Quebec! Visitors to Richard Boutin's art studio will admire his original works as well as the many printed products ( greeting cards, writing paper, address books, etc.) Group visits of up to 60 people by reservation.

Annuel "Open House" event on the last Sunday of may.

Average lengh of visit: 1 hour

Schedule:
Year-round, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm;
Saturday and Sunday upon reservation

Admission free

For more information
www.richardboutin.com

A new attraction awaits visitors who would like to discover the history of the region by exploring Craig and Gosford roads. Thanks to the combined efforts of the municipalities of Inverness, Kinnear's Mills, Ste-Agathe, St-Ferdinand, St-Gilles, St-Jacques de Leeds, Saint-Jean-de-Brébeuf et Saint-Julien you'll be able to relive the past trough interpretation panels set in a landscape that makes a lasting impression on one and all.

For informations:
http://www.craig_gosford.ca
(418) 453-7774

Discover an impressive collection of full mounted animals from all over North America and presented in hand painted scenes which are of a stunning realism.

• Guided visits all year long
• Terrace
• Picnic area

Adult (16 years old and more) 11,00$
Children (5 - 15 years old)         6,50$
Children (0 - 4 years old)           FREE

Schedule
Daily visit: June to October: 10am to 5pm
October to May: with reservation

Visit the web site www.pavillondelafaune.com

Located in Coleraine on route 112, this ecological reserve offers more than 30 kilometers of well-marked trails. Several itineraries of varying lengths and degree of difficulty are available. Explore abandoned mine sites, discover Mount Oak, Kerr and Caribou with altitude ranging from 260 to 557 meters from which the view is magnificient.

Entrance fee:
Family (2 adults+ 2 children (- 18 years old) : 12,00 $
Adult : 4,50 $
Children (13 years old and more) : 4,00 $
Children (3 -12 years old) : 2,00 $
2 years old and less : free

 www.3monts.ca

Immensely popular with outdoor lovers, Parc de Frontenac situated only 15 minutes from Thetford-Mines strikes a harmonious balance between protecting nature and providing visitors with recreational opportunities.

• 65 kilometers of shore and a surface of 155 square kilometers;
• nature trails;
• cabin and hut rentals;
• kayak, canoeing and camping;
• 8 kilometers of cycling path;
• supervised beach and picnic area;
• boat rentals
  
  www.parcsquebec.com

The region of Thetford-Mines is a destination where the abundance of snow favours winter activities such as: snowmobile, Quad, downhill skiing, cross country skiing.

At Mont Adstock, ski enthusiasts will find 19 runs, for beginners to pros, avertical drop 335 meters, two mechanical lifts including a quad.

Mont Adstock offers you fun and great skiing with its will kept runs and artificial snow. Also possible sliding on inner tubes with mechanical lifts.

http://www.montadstock.com

OPEN THURSDAY TO SUNDAY

Located in the provincial cranberry capital, this center is open only during harvest time. You will discover the growth cycle of this tiny fruit, from the planting of a cranberry patch to harvest time. Visit the center's big top on arrival, then enjoy the feature presentation - the harvesting of cranberries in the field.
www.canneberge.qc.ca

Average length of visit: 3h

Schedule: September 25 to October 18, 2009; Tuesday to Sunday 10 am to 4 pm; Group reservation required.

Entrance fee

Mr and Ms Boutin are looking forward to meet you and yours in their transformation factory of maple products. Maple products tasting and a video presentation.

Guided visit (for group) and maples products boutique.

Schedule: Year-round, 7 days a week, reservation required

The Mont Apic Center offers 11 groomed trails for alpine skiing.  Also snow for snowborders.

Services: equipment rentals, repairs and restaurant

Open Saturday and Sunday; 9am to 4pm 

Lead your own dog sled and let an experienced guide take the reins. Either way you'll have an incredible experience. An hour-long ride is all newcomers will need to be turned onto the sport, and a day-long adventure is available for those who can never get enough of dogsledding.

Many packages are available.
Entrance fees: variable depending on package.

site web: www.lesgrandsversants.com

Portait of the region

With the authenticity and dynamism, the Centre of Quebec stands out by its joie de vivre, its festive character while still being very close to its roots and culture. Tradionally welcoming, here is what awaits you on your next visit to Centre of Quebec.

Situated on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River and the World Biosphere Reserve of Lake St. Pierre, the region is close-by many urban Centre of Quebec. Travelling Highway 20 or else Highway 55, you'll inevitably come across the Centre of Quebec. Seize the moment; why not stay for a couple of days. If you enjoy a more scenic drive, the bucolic 116 or Panoramic Highway 132 are the way to go.

For more information: www.tourismecentreduquebec.com

For more activities in the area, you can consult: www.quebecmusts.com

Take note that Manoir du lac William is located in the Centre-du-Québec and near of Chaudière-Appalaches tourist region.