A genuine farming hotspot showcasing 6 generations of savoir-faire, come live an incredible human experience. Visitors not only come to pick fruit and vegetables, but to also to better understand the efforts and passion required to offer such wonderful products. All this, in an enchanting setting minutes away from town. Add to this a list of terroir products prepared with love by Agathe Vaillancourt. Part of a longstanding family tradition, her recipes will bring back countless memories.
“We are what we eat.” This famous phrase by Brillât Savarin could not better describe the rich human experience offered at Ferme Vaillancourt. Their guided tour will get you out to see produce growers in a fresh new light. On their farm tractor ride, admire magnificent crops and learn all about the seed-to-plant process to better appreciate the close relationship between the land, and the family that tills it. In short, the Vaillancourts offer an invitation to plunge deep into their farm life, to pick the fruit of their labour and chat a bit over a refreshment in their company! Of course, you’ll leave with a wonderful basket brimming with fresh-picked vegetables to cook up a feast of your own.
Minimum 10 persons. Smaller groups will be paired with other visitors.
Dates: On Fridays, from July 23 to Late October
Departures: at 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm
Point of departure: at accueil des visites sign
Strawberries
Raspberries
Tomatoes
Eggplants
Peppers
Squash
Fruits and vegetables
Gourmet products
Les Délices d’Agathe
Fresh-baked goods