The notebook of Matawinie
Walk where the horizon opens.
Lakes, rivers and forest massifs of Lanaudière, sought for cottage stays and long hikes.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 7 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
Forest · Lake · River · Mountain
Variable accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Matawinie
Lakes, rivers and forest massifs of Lanaudière, sought for cottage stays and long hikes.
The discovery of Matawinie revolves around Saint-Donat, Saint-Côme and Saint-Zénon. The stay thus alternates between forests, shores and lakes, riverscapes and mountain reliefs, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 3 to 7 days, it is better to balance visits and travel times. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. Accessibility varies from site to site and deserves to be verified step by step.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Saint-Donat
- Saint-Côme
- Saint-Zénon
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
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Saint-Donat
Saint-Donat This position makes it a natural base for swimming, kayaking, forest roads and outings to Mont Tremblant Park, with a village living enough to extend the day by the waterfront.
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Saint-Côme
Saint-Côme has a strong mountain village colour, carried by its old houses, valley landscapes and Val resort Saint-Côme The winter is particularly present, with ski, abundant snow and ice sculptures, while summer brings rivers and trails to the foreground.
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Saint-Zénon
Saint-Zénon leads to a Matawinie The village is particularly interesting for travellers attracted by fishing, snowmobiles, isolated chalets and stays where nature takes more place than windows.
Lake
Lac Taureau
Lake Taureau is surprised by its large bays, sandy beaches and islands, which sometimes give the impression of an accessible northern landscape. In summer, the water calls for boat, kayak and swimming; out of season, the banks become a quieter setting for cottage stays.
Practical tips
This information helps know if the destination matches the planned trip before starting a fuller search.
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More activities
Restaurants, walks, culture, leisure and outings to search without leaving the destination card.
The nearest destinations
The closest ideas on the map, to extend your trip.
Similar destinations
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