The Town of Stanstead and the local area offer a range of attractions for the entire family and will allow you to spend unforgettable moments. Visitors will find various activities to please everyone in terms of nature, culture, sports or just plain fun.
Stanstead Heritage Tour
Born from the union of the ‘three villages’ of Stanstead, Rock Island and Beebe in 1995, the Town of Stanstead is known for its rich historical and architectural heritage. We invite you to discover Stanstead by browsing the following documents and to come discover it on foot, in any season!
Member of various tourist associations, the Town of Stanstead invites you to visit the following websites in order to discover everything the region has to offer.
Membership & participation
Created in 2006, the Fleurons du Québec recognize the sustainable horticultural beautification efforts of Quebec municipalities. The Florets’ horticultural classification rating, similar to the stars for hotels (1 to 5 Florets), is valid for three years and can be displayed at municipal entrances.
The Town of Stanstead has been awarded 4 Flags for the period 2020-2022. Four Florets means “Excellent. Outstanding horticultural beautification in most areas.”
Villages-relais halts are rest areas built near highways and strategic provincial routes that are part of a tourist circuit recognized by Tourisme Québec.
What are the goals of Villages-relais?
Offer services best adapted to the needs of users on the road
Ensure greater safety in travel by proposing a safe roadside stop at all hours of the day or night.
40 of the most beautiful village communities in Quebec.
Based on a model of the Association des plus beaux villages in France, our association has existed since 1998 and maintains a spirit of protection for our built heritage and the landscapes around them. Selon des critères d’évaluation qui rencontrent les balises de notre mission, nos villages membres offrent aux visiteurs un aperçu des patrimoines architectural et paysager historiques.
What are the goals of the ’Association des plus beaux villages?
Promote the preservation and develop the value of built heritage.
Promote the member network in the tourist realm.
Represent member interests before government authorities, municipal organizations and other associations.
A tourist route to discover beautiful landscapes, exceptional American and British architectural heritage and the legendary hospitality of local people! A charming discovery of villages, covered bridges, round barns, unique interpretation centres and much more.
It is a unique tour that allows you to meet historical figures who have left their mark on the area surrounding the Coaticook MRC! A realization of the Table de concertation culturelle de la MRC de Coaticook!
Located in the Stone Circle park, the Stanstead figure is Dr. Henrietta Ball-Banting (1912-1976), born in Stanstead and wife of Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin. Lady Banting followed her passion for medicine, but continued to spend her summers at the ancestral home in Stanstead in addition to being a member of the Stanstead College board of directors.
