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The best places to meet Santa Claus

November 8, 2012
Santa Claus Town

St-Gérard des Laurentides

Santa Claus is waiting for you and your family in his little town of the Domaine Beauséjour, a patrimonial site of 15 historical houses (the oldest house was built in 1885) in St-Gérard des Laurentides. The elves will welcome you to their house, their small farm, the candy laboratory and the village’s inn. Even Santa’s wife will be there! Children will see miniature horses and you will be offered a sleigh ride. The tour takes about two hours. Reservations are required.

Open every weekend in December and December 24th and 28th 2012.

Prices:
Adults: $22.95
children 2 and under: free
Children 2 to 12: $11.95
Children 13 to 16: $15.95
Family ticket (two adults and two children): $65

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