The warm spring weather means we can enjoy maple products from the Lanaudière region. Sugaring off heralds the last of the snowflakes and the arrival of the buds. A tradition that brings to mind the smell of sausages in syrup and sugar pie. For many, sugar time evokes memories and nostalgia!
Here are some sugar shacks that each offer unique experiences in the region. From gourmet cabins to quintessential family cabins.
CABANE À SUCRE DES SPORTIFS
Who hasn't heard of the slides at Cabane à sucre des Sportifs in Saint-Esprit? For over 60 years now, Cabane à sucre des Sportifs has been welcoming 24,000 children every year. Slides, giant games, a visit to the boiling plant and a tour of the farm are sure to please young and old alike. It's THE family cabin par excellence!
Cabane à sucre Côte-à-Joly
Located in the hills of Saint-Jean-de-Matha village, this maple grove has it all, with a menu that changes with the seasons and maple products available for purchase year-round. It also boasts a dairy bar offering maple-flavored frozen desserts. Come and enjoy a deep-fried crêpe with vanilla ice cream and maple syrup, and your taste buds will fall under the spell!
CAbane à sucre constantin grégoire
"The smallest of the big cabins" is waiting to treat you to its traditional, local menu. A pony carousel, an original farmhouse, outdoor play modules for children and face painting are also on the menu. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, the “festive table” formula is on the menu! Whether you're with family, friends or colleagues, these evenings are the perfect place to enjoy a good cabin meal and a lovely evening's entertainment.
L'ERablière d'autrefois
L'Érablière d'Autrefois, in L'Assomption, welcomes families for sugaring-off time. Taffy on the snow after every meal. The sugar shack will be open Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations required.
Cabane Osias
Cabane Osias is renowned for its authentic charm, folk music, and traditional cuisine. Located in Saint-Alexis, this sugar shack transports you back to old-time Quebec. Open Tuesday through Sunday by reservation only, Saturday and Sunday brunches are also very popular and are served from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., starting February 21.
sucrerie du rang double
La Sucrerie du rang Double is the kind of maple syrup farm that you would think had almost disappeared in Quebec. Located in Lanaudière, close to the Laurentians, it is first and foremost a proud producer of maple syrup, with genuine expertise that has been passed down and embraced. On site, you'll also discover a beautiful specialty for processing maple products: classics such as butter, taffy, and maple sugar, but also creations that are out of the ordinary, including an absolutely decadent maple caramel. Add to that a unique maple onion confit, maple meringues, and several other innovative products, and you'll quickly understand why this place stands out. And during maple syrup season, you'll be transported back in time with live music, homemade food, and an authentic family atmosphere, just like in the good old days.
Au sentier de l'érable
For over 50 years, visitors have been welcomed with the same passion, both at the sugar shack and in the reception hall, which hosts all kinds of events. It's a place where time slows down and every visit becomes a moment to share. While the little ones have fun at the children's park, you can enjoy a horseback ride, hop aboard a tractor-pulled wagon, or explore the nature trails. Everything is in place for an authentic, friendly, and unifying experience, no matter the season.
CAbane la rose au bois
In a warm and family-friendly atmosphere, La Cabane La rose au bois offers traditional maple syrup season meals and their famous wood-fired toast. Don't miss the DJ and entertainment every Saturday night. You can also visit a small farm on site. Finally, the wooded trail is sure to charm you.
huit 100 vingt
This rustic table in Sainte-Ambroise-de-Kildare offers you an experience that combines tradition and gourmet cuisine during maple syrup season. Their maple syrup menu is to die for! Every part of the pig is showcased, from head to tail, offering a unique culinary experience from start to finish and creating unforgettable sweet memories. And the finishing touch? Maple taffy served directly at your table by the chef himself. It's truly an extraordinary sugar shack experience! Their maple products are also available for purchase on site.
The sugar shacks of Lanaudière offer you an authentic and welcoming experience. Each visit is an opportunity to discover unique flavors, create memorable moments, and get closer to nature.
So, grab your wooden spoon and come taste the sweetness of maple season in our beautiful region!
