Edmundston New Brunswick is the select gateway to the Atlantic Provinces. Located on the borders of the province of Québec and the state of Maine, USA, you’ll find yourself nestled between sparkling rivers and the Appalachian Mountains weathered by time. Edmundston and its surroundings are sure to impress.
An outdoor adventure, the Petit Témis Interprovincial Linear Park, a 134km biking trail, stretches all the way back to Rivière-du-Loup, QC. Minutes from downtown Edmundston, you’ll find 45 km of amazing mountain bike trails that are perfect for cyclists and hikers who want to get further off the beaten path. Canoeing on the Green river can also be a great escape of the city life.
Major festivals like the Edmundston Jazz and Blues Festival and La Foire Brayonne are an incomparable chance to meet the locals and surround yourself with festivities that celebrate the area’s living history and distinctive culture. During the summer months, you can also taste the traditional ‘’ploye’’ every Saturday morning at the Farmers Market.
Don’t miss the New Brunswick Botanical Garden with its impressive mosaïcultures (3D flower structures) and 12 thematic gardens. There are also the ‘Butterflies of the World’ exhibit and ‘herbalism’ workshops offered on site. You’ll be transported by the seasonal scents of the garden.
A variety of museums and historical sites offers educational tours: The Petit-Sault Blockhouse, the Railroad Interpretation Center, The Madawaska Historical Museum and the Antique Automobile Museum.
The Edmundston region is still vibrant off season. In the fall, trees glow with amazing colors. Enjoy them while participating in the annual “Colors Day” at the Mont Farlagne or at the NB Botanical Garden’s Pumpkin Festival. Snowmobiling, skiing, skating and showshoeing will also keep you busy during the winter months.