Knowlton + Surrounds

This local spot offers freshly made bagels as well as a hearty breakfast or brunch. Come for lunch at Bagels Round Top when the house-made dough is hand-stretched to create delicious wood-fired pizzas, paired with local beers, wines, and cocktails. Don’t forget to take home a dozen freshly made bagels!

For a lakeside view and a hassle-free dining experience, Marina Knowlton is the perfect spot. Sit on the terrace, order a classic burger with a beer or a plate of nachos, and watch the world (and the boats) go by.

This café and coffee house is a welcoming spot to recharge. Enjoy a coffee tasting, purchase locally roasted beans in bulk, browse the shop, or savor a soup and sandwich on their outdoor terrace at Virgin Hill Coffee Roasters.

This modern café is owned and operated by two brothers. Relax with a coffee and pastry on their outdoor terrace, complete with comfortable chairs and fire pits. At Caron & Frères, you can also stock up on carefully selected fine wines, craft beers, and ciders to take home.

If you’re ready for a challenge, reach the summit of Mont-Orford on an 18.7 km round-trip hike, perfect for a full day in the mountains. For a more leisurely walk, head to the Sutton Natural Environment Park for a stroll along the Lac Spruce Trail or the Round Top Trail.

In the countryside, relaxing by the lake can easily fill an entire day. The shores of Lake Brome are lined with beaches and parks, perfect for picnics and lounging by the water. Bring a paddleboard or canoe to float on Lake Brome, or head to Douglass Beach, where a sandy shore ideal for swimming awaits, complete with changing rooms, volleyball courts, and picnic tables.

For road cycling enthusiasts, countless loops and routes await around Knowlton, winding past lakes, country roads, microbreweries, and local villages. If you’re into mountain biking, head nearby to Bromont for thrilling downhill trails, or to Mont Bellevue for trails suitable for all skill levels.

For breathtaking views over 450 acres and seven slopes, skiing at Bromont is a truly remarkable experience. Make it a day trip or gather your friends and head to the mountain for night skiing on 104 illuminated trails. Want even more? Three other ski resorts are nearby, including Mont Sutton, Owl’s Head, and Mont Orford.

Head out on the water by canoe, kayak, or paddleboard. Numerous launch points are available along the shores of Lake Brome and other nearby lakes and rivers. You don’t even need to bring your own equipment, as rental companies make it easy to get on the water.

Explore the region on horseback. Here, you can traverse trails, forests, mountains, and country roads with the help of equestrian centers that provide guides, horses, and their expertise, allowing you to connect with these incredible animals and get closer to nature.

Visit this expansive winery for a guided tour and a lively wine tasting in their elegant tasting room. Relax in the garden, enjoy a drink at the chic cocktail bar, or book a dinner at the on-site Ôma restaurant.

Whether on a cold winter day or a crisp spring morning, a thermotherapy session can relax and rejuvenate your body and mind. At Spa Bolton, visitors can warm up in the sauna with river views and the eucalyptus steam room before plunging into the Missisquoi River and unwinding in the hammocks. Or head to Balnea Spa, overlooking the lake and mountains, to enjoy on-site pavilions offering unique thermal experiences.