From Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello Best Nearby Attractions & Activities (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Montebello, QC Ballade en Pontoon – Fairmont Sports Nautique (Attractions & Activities - Tours and Excursions) 392, rue Notre Dame Fairmont le Château Montebello, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-6341 Distance: ~7 m         Description: MONTEBELLO. A great way to spend a lazy summer afternoon, this boat tour explores the banks of the Ottawa River, historically, the region's most important artery. Tours leave from the dock nearest the Sport chalet. Reservations are suggested, especially if you're in a group. Fairmont Le Château Montebello (Attractions & Activities - Historic Sites) 392, rue Notre Dame, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-6341 Distance: ~7 m         Description: MONTEBELLO. This historic hotel, overlooking the scenic Ottawa River, dates from the 1930s and stands as one of the largest log structures in the world. It required 10,000 red cedar logs to complete. Grand events have been hosted here, such as the 1981 Economic Summit and the 1983 NATO Conference. Room amenities include cable television, mini-bar, climate control and rustic furnishings, and most rooms boast excellent views of the surrounding countryside. Leisure facilities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, workout area, tennis courts and an 18-hole golf course. Conference/meeting facilities to accommodate 250. Spa Fairmont Le Château Montebello (Attractions & Activities - Spas) 392, rue Notre Dame Fairmont Le Château Montebello, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-3099 Distance: ~7 m         Description: MONTEBELLO. A little sore after a day well spent on the hiking trails, cross-country skiing or just lazing around the pool? The cure for what ails you, Le Château's spa, is a popular destination for those needing a little pampering. Offering a wide range of relaxation therapies, Ultima Spa is located in the subterranean sports complex on the west grounds – that's right, underground – thus ensuring that guests reap the benefits year-round. Balneotherapy with algae or mud, exfoliation, body wraps, facials and pressotherapy are available. Reservations are suggested. Sports Chalet (Attractions & Activities - Outdoor Activities) 392, rue Notre Dame Fairmont le Château Montebello, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-6341 Distance: ~7 m         Description: MONTEBELLO. One of the reasons why Le Château has so many return guests is the wealth of activities offered here each season. In the winter, people head to the Ski Shop to rent snowmobiles, go cross-country skiing, or even do a little curling. In the summer, the Sports Chalet, situated between the hotel and the Manoir Papineau, is always a-bustle with activity. From croquet, volleyball and badminton, to water sports, bicycling and mini golf, all types of warm weather activities can be arranged here. To the delight of the resort's more adventurous guests, all-terrain vehicle rentals are available for those wanting to explore Kenauk in style. Manoir Papineau National Historic Site (Attractions & Activities - Historic Sites) 500, rue Notre Dame, Montebello  QC  JOV 1LO • 819-423-6965 Distance: ~0.513 km         Description: MONTEBELLO. Visitors to the Montebello area would be remiss if they didn't check out the historic home of Louis-Joseph Papineau, one of Canada's most prominent 19th century political figures. Guests to the estate, which overlooks the Ottawa River, may tour both the grounds and the gorgeous manor house, a castle-like structure completed in 1850. Although the house has seen fairly extensive renovations over the years, a few of the rooms look very much as they did when the Papineau family still lived here. Guided tours are available. Montebello Train Station (Attractions & Activities - Historic Sites) 502, rue Notre Dame, Montebello  QC • 819-423-5602 Distance: ~0.521 km         Description: This historic train station which is now a tourist bureau dates back to the early 1930s. Visit to see the station as well as find out more about the area's railway history at the interpretation center. You can also find out more about the region's history and happenings via the visitor's center that's located on site. The station also houses a souvenir shop. Papineau Memorial Chapel (Attractions & Activities - Historic Sites) 516, rue Notre Dame, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-6996 • 819-923-5681 Distance: ~0.610 km         Description: Built in 1855 by the notable historic figure Louis-Joseph Papineau, this stone chapel houses his remains as well as those of a number of his family members. The chapel has religious items as well as the flag Papineau used in the 1837 uprising. It's nearby the train station, so if you plan to visit the station, be sure to stop at the chapel as well. Parc Oméga (Attractions & Activities - Outdoor Activities) 399, rue 323 N, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-5487 Distance: ~0.722 km User Rating: 9.8334 / 10         Description: Great for families with young children, the 1500-acre Park Oméga affords several opportunities to see and learn how wild animals live in their natural habitats. From the relative comfort of your own automobile, you'll make your way past rivers, hills and dells – all the while spotting different types of Canadian wildlife. Among the park's furrier residents are red deer, black bear, bison, wapiti and moose. In the summer, park admission also includes their popular "Birds of Prey" show. Make sure you take your camera with you, for the photo opportunities here are endless. Centre d'Interpretation du Patrimoine (Attractions & Activities - Museums) 276, rue des Jardins at rue Papineau, Plaisance  QC  J0V 1S0 • 819-427-6400 Distance: ~13.533 km         Description: PLAISANCE. Learn about the development of the Plaisance community at this interesting information center, located just off Route 148. Nestled between Montebello and Ottawa, this area has actually seen three incarnations of settlement: an aboriginal village, a North Nation Mills mill village and the current town. Exhibits in the center chronicle the area's development and include scale models of the three different settlements, artifacts found in the area and historical documents. Call for reservations during off-seasons. Fairmont le Château Montebello Club de Golf (Attractions & Activities - Golf Courses) 300, rue des Chalets, Montebello  QC  J0V 1L0 • 819-423-4653 • 800-441-1414 Distance: ~15.905 km User Rating: 8.5 / 10         Description: MONTEBELLO. The pride of Le Château Montebello, the competitive Club de Golf, ranked as Québec's second toughest by "Canada Golf Magazine," was completed in 1931 under the guidance of Stanley Thompson. Featuring a wide range of difficult holes – some with wide, rolling fairways and others with difficult lay-outs made harder by natural obstacles – this course requires golfers to have firm grasps on their bags of tricks. Holes of note include 522-yard number 4 and the par-3 number 9, which requires a crisp, accurate shot to get to the plateau green. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.