Considered one of Québec’s most beautiful towns, Brome Lake is a perfect vacation destination, combining breathtaking views, gracious living and lakeside fun. And it couldn’t be easier to plan your next adventure: nestled in the Brome-Missisquoi region, in the heart of the Eastern Townships, Brome Lake is only about 75 minutes from Montréal, 60 minutes from Sherbrooke and a mere 30 minutes from Vermont. By car, by bike or on foot, explore its pretty country roads and admire its magnificent lake, rural landscapes and seven picturesque hamlets and villages.

Brome Lake, for foodies and sports lovers alike

If you’re a food connoisseur, let your taste buds be your guide and take a gourmet tour of the region’s farms, vineyards and orchards. Ducks, rabbits, lamb, wine, beer, lavender honey, elderberry jam, apples, pears, berries … your shopping basket will soon be filled with delicious local products. And if you’re the outdoor type, visit Douglass Beach, Tiffany Park or Marina Knowlton and dive into the refreshing waters of our lake. Enjoy a few hours of sailing, rowing, kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding, and then stay to admire the sunset over the lake, which is equally spectacular in summer and winter.

Brome Lake, where art and history meet

If you like to travel back in time, a visit to the village of Knowlton is a must. You’ll fall in love with its elegant Victorian homes, antique shops, boutiques, restaurants, history tours, theatre and museum, where you can learn about the region’s Loyalist heritage. And why not take the opportunity to meet some artists and craftspeople at work in their studios or visit a few galleries? Brome Lake is home to all sorts of creative talent! The town even served as the inspiration for crime novelist Louise Penny’s famous village of Three Pines, the scene of Inspector Gamache’s police investigations. Whether you’re interested in concerts and shows by top performers at Theatre Lac-Brome, the Literary Festival, the Tour des Arts, vernissages or book launches, you’ll have your choice of cultural activities during your visit!

All year long, Brome Lake has a spring in its step and a warm country heart. Come enjoy a romantic interlude, an escapade with friends or a family outing. You may never want to leave!