The apple season begins in summer in Quebec, but the region’s apples are the centerpiece of Quebec autumn. Even from Montreal, the most urban and international city around, apples are easy to pick.
It’s been a very hot summer, and now that the air is cooler and the blossoms have fallen from the trees, you can even see little apples in the streets and parks of Montreal.
And, close to the city or a short drive away, you can go apple picking in some of Quebec’s most beautiful orchards.
We have a list of our favorite orchards close to the city…
Labonté de la Pomme – 30min from Montreal
In addition to pick-your-own, the orchard also has an “apple shack” with pancakes, cider and autumn hams.
Where? 405 rang de l’Annonciation, Oka
When? U-pick from June 1 to October 30
How much?
8 per person /one basket 3 liters +- 5 pounds
32 per family up to 4 people / half-box +-25 pounds
62 per family up to 8 people / box +-50 pounds
Without purchase of apples, an access fee to the orchard without apples is available at a cost of $4 + taxes. 0-2 years free.
Website? labontedelapomme.ca
Abbaye de Saint-Benoît-du-Lac – 1h30 from Montreal
The abbey is one of Quebec’s most beautiful places to visit, and is home to monks who live according to the rules of Saint-Benoît.
Where? 1 rue principale, Saint-Benoît-du-Lac
When? The abbey orchards open on August 30, 2025, and are open every weekend until Thanksgiving from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website? www.abbaye.ca
Verger Léo Boutin – 40min from Montréal
Where? 710 rang de la Montagne, Sainte-Angèle-de-Monnoir
When? Year-round, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., September and October, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Website? Cidrerie Verger Léo Boutin
Au Coeur de la Pomme – 1 hour from Montreal
Where? 42 route 237 north, Frelighsburg
When? Open Thursday to Monday, 9am to 5pm
Website? aucoeurdelapomme.ca
Vergers Écologiques Philion – 50min from Montreal
Where? 389 route 202, Hemmingford
When? August 16 to end of October (see home page) :
Monday to Sunday – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website? vergersphilion.com
La Magie de la Pomme – 50min from Montreal
Where? 925 Chemin Fresnière, Saint-Eustache
When? From September 6, 2025, 7 days a week in September and October, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website? www.lamagiedelapomme.com
La Tête dans les Pommes – 50min from Montreal
Where? 1673 Chemin Principal, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac
When? August 23 to October 19, 2025, open daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website? latetedanslespommes.ca
Verger Richard Legault – 45min from Montreal
Where? 425 Binette Street, Saint-Joseph-du-Lac
When? Open daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website? vergerrichardlegault.com
Happy apple season!