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St-Zénon Church
Visit the church of Piopolis and the Halte des Zouaves, which tells the special story of the Papal Zouaves who founded the village of Piopolis, “the Pope’s town”.
Lambton Presbytery
At the heart of the village stands the St. Vital Church, a medieval cathedral. The presbytery, with its French-style architecture, houses an art gallery, a historical exhibition on Lambton and an information office. In front of the church and presbytery, you’ll find a historical circuit with twelve interpretation panels.
Saint-Benoît-du-Lac Abbey
Attend Sunday mass complete with Gregorian chants and organ music. In addition, a presentation of what happens during mass and what liturgical symbols mean is shown on a screen in the main entrance hall a few minutes before mass.
The Musée de l’ardoise (museum of slate)
Step inside Saint-Paul Church, dating back to 1889, to discover how its history was shaped by the various religious communities who lived there for almost a century, until the museum was opened. Discover the building’s unique architecture, which includes a slate roof and spire as a testament to the region’s slate-making history. You can also admire the magnificent large skylight that was recently installed.
Saint-Michel Basilica-Cathedral
Visitors will begin their journey in the crypt and take the rarely used stairs to pay a visit to Mother Marie-Léonie, Sherbrooke’s first saint, canonized in 2024. The tour ends at the second rood screen, where the main organ is located. A 10-minute organ concert closes the tour.
Eaton Corner museum
Visit the permanent exhibition at the Eaton Corner museum. This museum comprises two 19th-century heritage buildings: a former Congregationalist church and the former Eaton Academy. A vast collection of antique objects traces out the arrival of the first settlers in the region and the life of farmers in the 19th century.
Le Camillois
Each concert there is designed to feel like an immersive encounter, each lasting 75 minutes with no intermission. Throughout the concert, the musicians provide commentary on their performance.
Galerie d’Art du Couvent
This convent’s art gallery is a showcase for the artistic creativity found in the Val-Racine region. This gallery is a reminder of the willingness and efforts made to showcase cultural development and the work of painters and photographers.
The art gallery is also a forum for discovering the diverse styles and ideas of the region’s artists.
Mini Compostelle Mégantic
Embark on an unforgettable 3-to-6-day pilgrimage through sumptuous landscapes, guided by experts. Discover 9 authentic towns, each with its own unique charm, as you walk from village to village. Enjoy a personalized, stress-free experience that’s 100% fun.
Let yourself be carried away by the magic of a pilgrimage and create lasting memories.
Mont-Saint-Joseph Sanctuary
The Mont-Saint-Joseph Sanctuary is nestled at an altitude of 1075 m, in the heart of the Parc national du Mont-Mégantic and the International Dark Sky Reserve. This enchanting site overlooks the Appalachian mountains and tells the story of the region’s colonization in a small museum, located in the former priest’s shelter. Listen to the wind and to the touching story of a unique sanctuary and its chapel, built in 1883.
The 3.2 km climb can be done on foot or by car.