Grenville-sur-la-Rouge
Having to choose between kayaking, paddleboarding or canoeing... The tough choices of everyday life!
Love the great outdoors? Just 105 km from Montreal or Ottawa, Grenville-sur-la-Rouge offers a vast unspoiled playground!
Mountains, valleys, fields, rivers, lakes… you will feel like you’re always on vacation.
Did you know?
Rafting companies attract more than 20,000 visitors annually to the majestic Rivière Rouge . An activity suitable for all levels, not to be missed!
In 1986, a record for the largest hot dog in the world was set in Pointe-au-Chêne, with a 500-pound sausage cooked by Jean-Pierre Lacelle! This feat can be found in the Guinness Book of World Records.
Local highlights
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The Rivière Rouge is a jewel of the region and is great for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, but especially for rafting thanks to its intense rapids! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or prefer relaxing in nature, you’re sure to enjoy yourself on this magnificent river.
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The beach at Camping des Chutes de la Rouge, where you can enjoy the river and its vast sandbanks stretching along the Ottawa River, practice your favourite beach sports, have a picnic, or admire the prowess of the kite surfers.
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For the ultimate in relaxation, the Highland Eco Spa is a must. This enchanting site offers original accommodation options as well as access to spas with a panoramic view of the region’s mountains. Simply breathtaking!
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To get to know the community and meet dedicated volunteers, we recommend the Campbell Community Centre’s hearty monthly lunches and the Avoca Community Centre’s themed meals.
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The Camping des Chutes de la Rouge Arts Trail.
