Orford Express
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Start your next gourmet getaway in the regional capital of the Eastern Townships, more specifically at the Marché de la Gare. This is the spot to board the Orford Express tourist train, which will take you through the countryside of this splendid region. On the way, you will be served a delicious meal and will make some wonderful discoveries thanks to the planned stops. You only have to choose a destination: Magog, Eastman, or explore the new route that goes all the way to Coaticook.
En route to Coaticook
Transform your Fridays into an original gourmet getaway where a complete meal will be served you. You can get on board the Orford Express at 1:00 p.m. for the P’tit plaisir gourmand or at 6:30 p.m. for the Souper à la brunante. Then you will take off to discover Coaticook Valley. You will fall in love with the valley's pastoral countryside as you travel across it.
Orford Express
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While you enjoy the train experience, there will be a wonderful surprise to break up your trip. There will be a 40 minute stop at the Musée Beaulne in Coaticook where you will have the opportunity to tour what used to be the Château Norton, built by Arthur O. Norton, who made a fortune manufacturing a jack for the railway industry. You will have a lot of fun reliving the epic of this family that lived in the 20th century.
Enjoy your getaway even more by extending your stay, there is so much to do and discover in Sherbrooke! Visit the Destination Sherbrooke Internet site, there you will find a package that combines the train getaway with the accommodation best suited to your taste.
Enjoy tasting local delights!
During your stay, let yourself be charmed by sampling the delights of the Eastern Townships offered at the Marché de la Gare in Sherbrooke. Fresh and prepared fruits and vegetables arrive at the market each day. You will also find cheeses, fresh bread, and much more! We bet you will not be able to resist bringing home some of the succulent treasures!
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