An easy 2 ½ hour drive from Montreal will land you among the many ski centers of the Laurentian Mountains. The hills, lovely scenery, and relaxed atmosphere make the Laurentians one of the most popular skiing destinations in eastern Canada. There is something for every level of skier here, from novice to hard-core expert. The mother of all of Laurentian ski resorts is Mont Tremblant Quebec, with the highest vertical drop of the Laurentian Mountains. You can ski Mont Tremblant on one side for half of the day, then follow the sun to the other side of the mountain for the second half. Mont Tremblant Quebec has become a world-class ski resort, bringing in locals and visitors from around the world for an unforgettable skiing experience.
For first-time visitors, it can be a bit confusing as to what exactly the name Mont Tremblant refers to. This is because the name Mont Tremblant refers to a mountain, a village, and a provincial park. Mont Tremblant (or Mount Tremblant), the ski mountain and resort, is located just outside of Mont Tremblant Provincial Park. The village of Mont Tremblant Quebec is located at the foot of the mountain and has a chair lift to the peak of the mountain in summer and winter.
Mont Tremblant Quebec, having the highest peak in the Laurentians, provides some challenging runs for adventurous skiers. If you want to ski Mont Tremblant, but are not so keen on huge vertical drops, there are also over 150 km of cross-country trails around the provincial park. But you don’t have to ski Mont Tremblant to enjoy its beauty. In the summer when snow is gone, Mont Tremblant Provincial Park is a playground of over 1500 sq. km of lakes, hills, woods and rivers. There are plenty of camp grounds available, picnic areas to lunch in, and canoes to rent. You’re likely to see some impressive Canadian wildlife, especially off of the beaten paths.
If you’d like a little t.l.c.(tender, love, and care) after a long day on the slopes, or a week camping in the wilderness, spend a day at a Mont Tremblant spa. One notable Mont Tremblant Spa is the Spa Scandinave Tremblant, a Scandinavian-style spa that offers a variety of soothing treatments. Come alone or bring your friends to soak in a Norwegian steam bath or a Finnish sauna. Lay back and let a Swedish massage ease your sore muscles or go for a swim in the river! The Mont Tremblant spa experience is one that you’ll be pining for long after your vacation is over.
If you’ve come to ski Mont Tremblant, the best bet for accommodation is renting a chalet Mont Tremblant. Tremblant Sunstar offers a number of cozy, upscale chalets that are a great alternative to the ordinary hotel room. Chalets Hermida, Isabelle, Bondu, Bonhomme and Le Diable are each unique in style and location. All of the chalets are close to the mountain, the La Diable River and/or near Mont Tremblant National Park. Housing up to 12 people, the chalets are ideal for families or groups of friends who want to enjoy great company in a cozy and homey setting.
