Between Montreal and Quebec City, along the beautiful route the VIARAIL train takes through the fields, you can stop in the small town of Saint-Hyacinthe. The town, on the banks of the Yamaska River, has a small downtown area, lovely gardens, and charming cafés.
All you have to do is put on a pretty scarf (preferably striped) and take the train from downtown Montreal. After 40 minutes, you’ll arrive in Saint-Hyacinthe.
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OUR FAVORITE SPOTS IN SAINT-HYACINTHE
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PARC LES SALINES
To stroll through the fallen leaves, go for a bike ride, or have a picnic under the warm rays of the autumn sun. There are loops ranging from half an hour to an hour, perfect for lovely, easy walks.
Head there with some sandwiches, a herbarium or a notebook, and a sweater with pockets to put acorns and pebbles in. It’s important to reconnect with nature in the fall.
Where? Parc Les Salines, 5330 Rue Martineau, Saint-Hyacinthe
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CAFÉ ALBERT
Before or after your stroll, stop by Café Albert for a sandwich, a break on a velvet bench, and a coffee.
The café also doubles as a gourmet grocery store, and for those who like to splurge, you can elevate your picnic with marinated olives, local maple caramel, or imported chestnut cream.
Where? Le Albert Café, at 1660 Rue des Cascades, Saint-Hyacinthe
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LA VIE-N-TAGE
Fall is the season when we close the windows and pull out the blankets to bundle up for winter. For a touch of “whimsy,” stop by the vintage store LA VIE-N-TAGE for winter decor and accessories.
Where? La Vie-N-Tage, at 385 Saint-Simon Avenue, Saint-Hyacinthe
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