Vankleek Hill · Est de l’Ontario · 90 minutes from Ottawa & Montréal

Discover Vankleek Hill your way

A free, self-guided trail through one of Eastern Ontario’s most charming towns — craft beer, local wine, Victorian architecture, farm adventures, galleries, and more.

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Eat & Drink

Anne’s Chip Stand

One of the locals’ favourites! Fast food done right — hot dogs, hamburgers, fries and poutine. In business since 1991.

Culture & History

Arbor Gallery

A multi-faceted arts centre in the historic 1856 Higginson House. Exhibitions, drama, textiles, poetry, and a gift shop of local creations.

Stays

Auberge Glengarry Inn

Located in the heart of Alexandria, the Auberge Glengarry Inn offers comfort and charm complete with elegant suites, gourmet breakfast, and unforgettable experiences.

Eat & Drink

BarnRidge Brewery

Barnridge Brewery is all about the place !

Imagine yourself surrounded by a flourishing field of hops and tasting the terroir flavours of exceptional craft beers in this one of-a-kind beer garden experience. BarnRidge Brewery offers a unique biergarten experience where you can drink what you see!

Eat & Drink

Beau’s Brewing Co.

Award-winning craft beers brewed since 2006. Come for the beer, stay for the community. Open daily.

Eat & Drink

CàB Café

A cozy café in Chute-à-Blondeau. Fresh seasonal meals, homemade sourdough, and a curated local boutique rooted in community spirit.

Eat & Drink

Caffè La Buona Stella

Caffè La Buona Stella is the realization of a dream: to bring together under one roof everything that touches Bella Vita closely — personal care products like Proraso, Marvis, Le Savon des Antilles, the Miracle line, Écocert-certified household products like Savon Noir, and our wines and spirits, such as those from Maison Ferrand, Nikka whiskies, and Henri Bardouin pastis.

All of this at Caffè La Buona Stella, with its barber shop, boutique, and café — perfect for lunch or for enjoying a drink at aperitif hour.

Eat & Drink

Dunrobin Distilleries

Bold Canadian spirits crafted with innovative processes — whisky, gin, and more, made right here in Vankleek Hill.

Local Makers

Garden Path Soap

10+ years of hand-crafted soaps, candles, and balms by Tara and her team. All-natural, earth-conscious, beloved by locals and visitors.

Eat & Drink

Gibbs Honey

Third-generation beekeepers since 1934. Premium raw wildflower honey, beeswax candles, and hive products — a true local treasure.

Culture & History

Higginson Tower

Built c.1830 as a windmill, transformed into Eastern Ontario’s first private observatory. Stunning views over the town and countryside.

Local Makers

Jade Garden

Creating beautiful floral arrangements for weddings, funerals, holidays, and special events in the heart of Vankleek Hill. Pick up a bouquet today and check out our wide range of gifts for every occasion.

Eat & Drink

Kirview Farms

“From Our Pasture To Your Plate!”

Our goal is to raise and grow our products in a manner that improves our resources, not depletes them.

Nature & Outdoors

L’Orignal Beach

Peaceful riverside spot on the Ottawa River. Sandy shore, picnic areas, monitored swimming, free parking, skate park, and tennis courts nearby.

Culture & History

L’Orignal Old Jail

The oldest jail in Ontario and the second-oldest in Canada, open to the public since 2007. Guided tours bring the building’s penitentiary history to life.

Eat & Drink

La Belle Sorelle Bistro

Good food made from scratch & with love.

Eat & Drink

La Fromagerie des Trois Rapides

From the heart of Eastern Ontario to you: fine, artisanal, and organic.

Born from a desire to share one of life’s simplest pleasures, eating well, we present to you an assortment of cheeses that pair well with every occasion.

Eat & Drink

Le Cafe du Canal

Coffee shop by the Canal! Offering a selection of drinks and bites.

Local Makers

Le Saphir Esthetique

Le Saphir is more than a beauty salon—it’s a home away from home.

With the addition of Le Saphir Studio, our mission expanded to embrace mindful movement alongside self-care. From advanced skincare treatments to moments of stillness on the mat, every experience is thoughtfully designed to help you feel balanced, confident, and truly cared for.

Family Fun

Mill Street Park

Next to the Community Centre. Playground, splash pad, ball field, outdoor rink, gazebo, and shady spots perfect for a family picnic.

Eat & Drink

One Eleven Main Street Eatery

Lunch, dinner, coffee, and homemade baked treats. Fully licensed with a warm, welcoming atmosphere in the heart of town.

Family Fun

Ouimet Farms Adventure

Fun, family, and farming together. Playground in summer, corn maze in fall. Bouncer pillow, slides, pedal karts, gemstone mining, and wagon rides.

Local Makers

Pink Bow Tie

A fashion and lifestyle boutique in the heart of Vankleek Hill, curating stylish, trendy Canadian brands in a shop-small setting — city style, small-town charm.

Nature & Outdoors

Prescott-Russell Trail

72 km linking Ottawa to Montréal through Eastern Ontario. Walking and cycling in summer, snowmobiling in winter. Year-round adventure.

Family Fun

Sacha’s Park

A fully accessible playground where kids of all abilities play together. Adaptive swings, splash pad, sensory stations, and wheelchair-friendly surfaces.

Nature & Outdoors

Ski-Vent-Clic

A volunteer-run, non-profit cross-country ski club with roughly 14 km of trackset classic trails circling Vankleek Hill. The main parking and trailhead is on Highway 34, about 1.7 km north of town, at the Prescott-Russell Trail. Passes support trail maintenance.

Eat & Drink

Songbird Coffeehouse

A coffeehouse inside The Creating Centre serving Americanos, lattés, and other handcrafted coffee, with a focus on sustainability.

Eat & Drink

Stonehouse Vineyard

Stonehouse vineyard is a small family business run by Craig and Joanne with the help of their two children, Lindsey and Ewen Roy. What originally started out as reclaiming the MacMillan family farm, has evolved into a family run vineyard and winery.

Stonehouse Vineyard is a five-acre vineyard, situated in a park like setting, producing cold climate grapes, ideally suited for the Eastern Ontario region.

The Broken Kettle Bakery

A quaint café located in the heart of Main st Vankleek Hill. When visiting try our variety of coffees & teas, country-style baked goods. Or grab a light lunch, and pair it with a smoothie! When you’re done your lunch browse our retail shop full of local products, a wide variety of kitchen towels, and the latest in apron fashion! In the summer months stop in for some Kawartha ice cream!

Eat & Drink

The Broken Kettle Bakery & Barkery

We started with the simple idea of bringing the best from us to you. From our founder to our front-line workers, we put lots of love and careful thought into all we do. We hope you enjoy all we have to offer, and share the experience with others.

Local Makers

The Glengarry Market

Your source for locally produced foods, artisanal products and gifts. Support your local farmers, growers, producers and artisans

Located in the heart of Glengarry, our market was created to bring together the very best our region has to offer. From farm-fresh produce and quality meats to handcrafted goods and local delicacies, everything we do is grounded in supporting local growers, makers, and small businesses.

Local Makers

The Magic Dwarf Shoppe

The tiniest mystical shop in Ontario. Rooted in a love for witchy wonder and mindful living, we carry a Canadian-curated collection of artisanal teas, handmade goods, and consciously sourced treasures 🌿✨

Stays

The Matte Boutique Inn

Welcome to the Matte boutique Inn.
This early 20th Century home was owned by the Matt family and is a quintessential part of Vankleek Hill History. This historic building has been entirely renovated and is furnished with luxurious antiques.

Culture & History

The Review

Local newspaper since 1893. Pick up this week’s paper, browse books by local authors, grab tourist brochures. Staff love helping visitors.

Eat & Drink

Vankleek Hill Farmers’ Market

A volunteer-run Saturday market bringing together local farmers, food producers, and artisans. Shop fresh seasonal produce, baked goods, and handmade products directly from the people who make them.

Culture & History

Vankleek Hill Museum

Housed in an 1834 general store, preserving the founding and development of Vankleek Hill from 1797 to the present day.

Culture & History

Vankleek Hill Tourist Info Centre

Housed inside the Vankleek Hill Museum, the Tourist Info Centre is your first stop for maps, event listings, and local know-how. Operated by the Business & Merchant Association with support from Champlain Township.

Eat & Drink

Vankleek Hill Vineyard

Nestled halfway between Montreal and Ottawa, come to experience the warmth of the Vankleek Hill Vineyard. A true labor of love for the owners, Teresa and Scott. Each wine is a testament to their passion and dedication. Join them on this journey of exceptional flavors and warm hospitality at the VKH Vineyard, where family. community. And wine comes together perfectly.

Eat & Drink

Vhills Nutrition

A nutrition club serving energizing teas, protein coffees, and healthy shakes, with friendly staff and products you can take home.

Stays

Vilayala Retreat

Vilayala is the perfect home base for your journey. Nestled in the heart of the historic district, the three story Victorian home is full of charm and cozy.

Stays

White Rock Motel

Our family owned small business takes special care in preparing your space, observing high standards of cleanliness. We look forward to personally welcoming you to our quaint friendly town, making sure you have all the details you need to make your stay just what you’re hoping it would be — and more!

Eat & Drink

Windsor Tavern

The favourite local tavern with great food, cold draught, large TVs for the game, a pool table, and live local bands. Known for Wednesday wing night and Friday steak night.

Eat & Drink

Wood Brothers Brewing Co

Local brewery with good food and good vibes

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