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I have family ties to the town, so it has some sentimental value to myself. I traveled up with 6 of my close friends and we all enjoyed ourselves very much. Even with the language barrier we were able to get around and most of the locals were helpful in talking with us. The scenery and lake are beautiful, not to mention how clear the night sky is. Plenty to do around town to keep yourself busy and amazing food. Highly recommend anyone to take a long weekend at least and experience the town for yourself!

Lac-Megantic is a thriving town situated next to the large Lake Megantic in south-eastern Quebec province in Canada. It is quite close to our State of Maine, so it's not a long way away for us to escape for a few days. The geographic area is scenic, and very rural, but the town is bustling, and provides all the necessities for a relaxed stay. This trip was just after Christmas, and the weather was cold, but the region was blanketed with fresh snow, so it was very "Christmasy". Most of the attractions are outdoor-oriented, and the area is great for hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, four-wheeling, etc. The area around Mont Megantic is dotted with other smaller peaks, which makes it very scenic, but the surrounding towns are small and rural. It's only about an hour's drive into the western-Maine ski resort of Sugarloaf, which is one of the best ski areas in the Northeast. The city of Sherbrooke is only about an hour in the opposite direction, and is a large city that is historic as well as loaded with stores and restaurants. I wish I could speak French, but finding bi-lingual people is easy, but just be prepared for most everyone speaking French. We love the area, and look forward to travelling there again this summer on our motorcycles.

Lac-Megantic is a beautiful little town. It has an entirely new downtown rebuilt after the tragic train accident in 2013. The residents are very resilient and friendly. Lots of local sculpture in the downtown memorializing those lost in the accident and the town. Close by the granite quarry is a great activity with short trail through the quarry hills and amazing views of the mountains and valleys. Other activities are hiking in the mountains, visiting little towns in the area we liked Piopolis which had quaint downtown and little marsh and wood trails. Sculpture is everywhere in the area with a strong artistic community.

Lovely waterfront park and marina overlooking Mont Megantic beyond the far shore. Many sculptures installed around the perimeter of the 2013 disaster. Lovely memorials for those who died in the disaster. There is a lovely wooden observatory tower halfway down the east side of Lac Megantic, the lake. We visited for the April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.

First, the positive: The owners did a sensational job clearing the land, erecting the new hotel, and all is brand new. Top marks for cleanliness, mint new equipment. Breakfast staff super, excellent and included. As to improvments: 1 ) the passage for parking lot entrance and exit is identical 2) shower head not flexible 3) toilet is single not dual flush ecological 4) washroom mirror is like a cosmetics mirror at SDM Pharmaprix, with lights, no on-off for air-fan, shower head is not flexible, tiles are rubber, linoleum, not ceramic expected in this price range 5) the elevator is industrial style, wide, as if designed for crate and service functions, not people 6) a $50 outright charge added onto the invoice for mult days, not merely an authorization on card for contingencies 7) the Danone mini-fridge is noisy 8) window locked, not allowing air from park outside 9) price is $100 over competitor equivalent in Sherbrooke, due to monopoly.

If you’re looking for a low key vacation with lots to see (amazing amount of art sculptures) and do (boating, fishing, swimming, water skiing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, walking, etc.), this is a hidden gem. The people are mostly bilingual and very pleasant and helpful. They take great pride in honoring the 47 lost in Canada’s second worst train wreck and the rebuilding of the downtown where dozens of buildings and homes were destroyed. Beautiful flowers are everywhere. I took around 100 pics as there was so much to look at and see!