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Région de Thetford
The « Country of Lakes and Mines »
The Amiante area was first populated because of its numerous mines and its mineral resources rich in asbestos. Nowadays, Thetford Mines is the heart of this area, in which you will find interpretation centres where to discover the well-kept secrets of these mines.
The Amiante region also conceals a luxuriant and magnificent nature, dotted with lakes and mountains. Numerous hiking paths have been developed here and there in the region to allow hiking enthusiasts to take advantage of the fresh air that the area offers.
Many other activities can also be done in this region, like biking, golfing, fishing, fauna and flora observation, and in winter, cross-country and alpine skiing, snowshoeing and dog sledding. Let yourself be amazed by the nature offered in the Amiante area!
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