Article written by quebecgetaways.com
When fall sets in, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region, located less than an hour from downtown Montreal and bordering Ontario, becomes a playground for families in search of adventure. Between colourful nature, Halloween celebrations and countryside attractions, the region offers a wealth of activities to soak up the fall atmosphere.
La Belle de Coteau-du-Lac: for a festive fall!
Want to discover a unique place in Quebec? Until the beginning of September, the Tournesols en fleurs (Sunflowers in Bloom) event at La Belle de Coteau-du-Lac plunges you into a sea of sunflowers, where you and your little ones can experience magical moments and marvel at the fields of flowers that stretch out as far as the eye can see. Pick your own bouquets, explore the fairytale village and capture these precious moments with your family using the photobooth props. Be sure to go see the new heart-shaped arches, the perfect backdrop for a family portrait!
La Belle de Coteau-du-Lac also hosts Festiv’Halloween from late September to late October, when yellow sunflowers make way for orange pumpkins! Young families will enjoy picking pumpkins and autumn flowers before chasing each other through the corn maze. In the evening, visitors will see the attraction transformed thanks to sinister lighting effects and background music. And if you're not easily scared, venture into the maze when spooky characters haunt the grounds. Chills guaranteed!
Verger Labonté: apples and so much more!
As well as offering U-pick organic apples and pumpkins (a must for fall!) Verger Labonté offers a range of family activities, including a farmhouse, a playground and, above all, three giant corn mazes with puzzle games suitable for all ages. Each year, the experience is renewed with a different theme that plunges you into a world of adventure and mystery inspired by the classic movies. To top off the day, stop by the bistro to fill your stomach, or visit the shop to buy some delicious products.
Citrouilleville: a magical world to discover
Starting early September, plunge into the enchanted world of a village where the houses are made of... pumpkins! At Citrouilleville (pumpkin city), explore these surprising structures, get lost in a corn maze, then try out the games of skill. And while the kids are having fun on the bouncy castles, taste delicious homegrown food on site. And don't forget to immortalize these moments in the photobooths! A perfect fall day for harvesting pumpkins... and colorful memories!
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