Just outside Montreal, travellers can find picturesque villages that rival any fairytale setting. Stowe is renowned for its scenic roadways, and Merrickville also called "Canada's most beautiful village" is celebrated for its well-preserved 19th-century buildings. Muskoka has pristine lakeside views, Frelighsburg is known for its seasonal festivals and stunning fall foliage, and Quebec City's architecture is nothing short of iconic.
As Montreal fades in your rearview mirror, roads flanked by colour-changing forests, rustic towns, and gleaming waterways begin to take centre stage, each bend presenting a new scene worthy of admiration. From artisanal candle workshops in cozy hamlets to panoramic lookouts near rail biking adventures, the route from Montreal to Lake George is peppered with hidden gems that promise both thrill and tranquility.