Mont-Tremblant
A four-season resort in the Laurentians, with one of eastern North America's top ski resorts and a colourful pedestrian village; fall foliage gondola rides and national park lakes are especially lovely.
Mont-Tremblant lies in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Canada, about 130 km (roughly 1.5 hours' drive) from Montreal, and is one of the best-known four-season resorts in eastern North America. The town has three parts: the Saint-Jovite sector (downtown, with shops and supermarkets), the Old Village beside Lac Mercier, and the resort's pedestrian village at the foot of Mont Tremblant.
The main draws: in winter (mid-Dec to mid-Apr), ski at Tremblant ski resort and stroll the pedestrian village with its colourful roofs in the evening; in fall (late Sep to mid-Oct), ride the panoramic gondola up the mountain for the fall colours, or head to Lac Monroe, the La Roche trail and the Chute du Diable in Mont-Tremblant National Park; in summer, cruise or paddle on Lac Tremblant, cycle the P'tit Train du Nord trail, and then unwind at a Nordic spa. On the way to or from Montreal, you can stop off in Saint-Sauveur and Val-David.
Getting there: driving is most convenient, and there are also direct buses from Montreal's airport and downtown; within the resort you can get around on foot and by the free gondola, but you'll need a car to reach the national park. Allow 2–4 days. Note: winters are bitterly cold, often below −20°C, so proper cold-weather gear is essential; accommodation is tight on weekends during ski and foliage seasons, so book ahead; the national park requires a separate entry fee.
Top sights
- Tremblant Ski Resort – One of the largest ski resorts in eastern North America, with more than 100 trails spread across several mountain faces and views over the…
- Tremblant Pedestrian Village – A pedestrian village built into the hillside, with colorful roofs and lined with restaurants, bars, and shops. It is the heart of the resor…
- Panoramic Gondola & Summit – An eight-passenger gondola that takes about 8 minutes to reach the summit. From the top, you can see the Laurentian mountains and lakes cov…
- Mont-Tremblant National Park – The oldest provincial national park in Quebec, with more than 400 lakes and rivers, and a destination for waterfalls, autumn foliage, and c…
- Lac Monroe – The central lake of the Diable sector of Mont-Tremblant National Park, with a visitor centre, a beach, and canoe and kayak rentals on its s…
- La Roche Trail – One of the most popular lookout trails in the national park, leading to a rocky outcrop with views over Lac Monroe and rolling forest.
- Chute du Diable – A rushing waterfall on the Diable River, with a wooden boardwalk and viewing platforms for close-up views. The gentle trail suits families.
- Chutes Croches – A stepped waterfall on the Diable River, with a short, gentle trail. It is the most relaxed viewpoint in the national park.
- Lac Tremblant – An elongated lake at the foot of Mont Tremblant, with sightseeing boats, beaches, and lakeside mansions. It is a summer paradise for boatin…
- P'tit Train du Nord Linear Park – A 200 km cycling path on a converted former railway, running through the Laurentian lakes and villages and passing the old Mont-Tremblant r…
- Scandinave Spa Mont-Tremblant – A Nordic-style outdoor spa in the forest beside the Diable River, offering alternating hot and cold baths and saunas. The snowy outdoor poo…
- Skyline Luge Mont-Tremblant – A hillside luge track above the pedestrian village. You ride a chairlift to the top, then steer an unpowered sled down winding curves, suit…
- Chapelle Saint-Bernard – A small white wooden chapel below the pedestrian village, rebuilt to match its 1940s original. It is the resort's signature landmark.
- Lac Mercier & Old Village – A small lake beside the old village of Mont-Tremblant, with lakeside trails, a beach, and parks, favored by locals seeking a quieter escape.
- Domaine Saint-Bernard – A private conservation area beside the Diable River, offering hiking, cross-country skiing, and an observatory, with a climb up Mont Armand…
- Saint-Sauveur – A popular mountain town in the southern Laurentians, its main street lined with restaurants and boutiques, with a night-skiing hill and an…
- Val-David – An artists' village in the Laurentians with pottery studios and a weekend farmers' market, and climbing crags nearby. It lies along the cyc…
- Mont-Tremblant – A resort village in the Laurentian Mountains, ablaze with autumn foliage and one of eastern North America's best-known ski areas in winter…
Where to eat
- Seb L'Artisan Culinaire – A chef's restaurant in an old house in Saint-Jovite, known for four- or seven-course tasting menus with wine pairings.
- Microbrasserie La Diable – The first craft brewery in the Laurentians, in the resort's pedestrian village, serving European sausages and ribs.
- Mille Pâtes – A family-run pasta spot in old Saint-Jovite, where pasta, sauces and desserts are made by hand in-house every day.
- Casse-Croûte d'en Haut – A local snack bar in Saint-Jovite, where poutine and smoked-meat sandwiches come in big portions at affordable prices.
Itineraries
- Eastern Canada Maple Road Self-Drive Loop – A self-drive grand loop from Toronto, connecting Algonquin, the Laurentians, La Mauricie, and historic French-speaking…
- Quebec Winter Carnival & Ice Hotel – Arrive in Montreal, ski in Mont-Tremblant, and experience the Winter Carnival and Ice Hotel in Quebec City