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This mountainside town near Montreal has Swiss Alps vibes and is like a European ski village

<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-person-standing-in-a-snowy-landscape-right-a-person-walking-down-a-street-in-the-winter.jpg?id=55486570&width=600&height=600&coordinates=264%2C0%2C264%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you're dreaming of a European <a href="https://www.narcity.com/weekend-getaway-ontario-small-towns-cozy-destination" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">winter escape</a> but don't want to blow your budget on a plane ticket, you're in luck. You can get a little taste of winter abroad at this cozy small town that's just a road trip away from Montreal. </p><p>With snowcapped mountains, warm cabins, cracking fires and small town charm, this destination is a magical spot for a <a href="https://www.narcity.com/small-town-ontario-perth-winter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">winter vacation</a>.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CKePibpD7km/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=5277e315-1b35-4b3e-a619-4041a5be6022" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CKePibpD7km/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=5277e315-1b35-4b3e-a619-4041a5be6022" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p><a href="https://www.narcity.com/small-town-near-ontario-lake-placid-winter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lake Placid</a> is a dreamy town nestled in the heart of the New York State's Adirondack Mountains. It's about a 2 hour drive from Montreal, making it a convenient spot for a winter weekend getaway or longer escape.</p><p>The destination is brimming with European charm and Swiss Alps vibes, and you'll feel as though you're on a winter trip abroad without a lengthy plane ride.</p><p>It hosted the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Games and you can visit some of the Olympic Legacy Sites like the Lake Placid Olympic Center and Lake Placid Olympic Museum while in the area.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CKq2e0sMjmi/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=52db1462-f6a3-4e03-bbfb-6cdc0b218d85" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CKq2e0sMjmi/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=52db1462-f6a3-4e03-bbfb-6cdc0b218d85" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>The town was even named one of the 20 "most beautiful winter towns in the U.S." by <a href="https://www.travelandleisure.com/beautiful-winter-towns-in-the-us-7094519" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Travel and Leisure in 2023</a>, so you can expect some major snowy-filled charm during your visit.</p><p>There are endless outdoor adventures to enjoy, from snowshoeing to snowboarding and skiing along the <a href="https://www.lakeplacid.com/adirondack-rail-trail" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Adirondack Rail Trail</a>. There's also a Skyride with towering views and toboggan chute for the ultimate winter thrills. </p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1ahlFhLgw2/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=723d38d2-4a58-4080-9374-d6fbdb672b31" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"> <div style="padding:8px;"> <div style="background:#F8F8F8; line-height:0; margin-top:40px; padding:50% 0; text-align:center; width:100%;"> <div style="background:url(data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAACwAAAAsCAMAAAApWqozAAAAGFBMVEUiIiI9PT0eHh4gIB4hIBkcHBwcHBwcHBydr+JQAAAACHRSTlMABA4YHyQsM5jtaMwAAADfSURBVDjL7ZVBEgMhCAQBAf//42xcNbpAqakcM0ftUmFAAIBE81IqBJdS3lS6zs3bIpB9WED3YYXFPmHRfT8sgyrCP1x8uEUxLMzNWElFOYCV6mHWWwMzdPEKHlhLw7NWJqkHc4uIZphavDzA2JPzUDsBZziNae2S6owH8xPmX8G7zzgKEOPUoYHvGz1TBCxMkd3kwNVbU0gKHkx+iZILf77IofhrY1nYFnB/lQPb79drWOyJVa/DAvg9B/rLB4cC+Nqgdz/TvBbBnr6GBReqn/nRmDgaQEej7WhonozjF+Y2I/fZou/qAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC); display:block; height:44px; margin:0 auto -44px; position:relative; top:-22px; width:44px;"> </div> </div> <p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1ahlFhLgw2/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=723d38d2-4a58-4080-9374-d6fbdb672b31" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_top">See on Instagram</a> </p> </div> </blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>The Main Street is brimming with cozy vibes and will whisk you into the "into the heart of après-ski," according to the <a href="https://www.lakeplacid.com/winter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lake Placid website</a>.</p><p>You can get totally pampered at one of the spas, indulge in hearty cuisine and check out the charming local boutiques dotted along the frosty streets.</p><p>If a mini European vacay sounds like your idea of the perfect winter, you might want to plan a road trip to this enchanting town.</p><p><a href="https://www.lakeplacid.com/winter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lake Placid Webstite</a></p><p><em>Before you get going, check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/responsible-travel-guidelines" target="_blank">Responsible Travel Guide</a> so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.</em></p>