Ontario is home to Canada's 'most beautiful village' and it's even prettier in the fall
It has old-world streets and cozy shops.
A small town in Ontario.
Old-world streets draped in leaves, pumpkin-filled windows, cozy bookshops and Victorian architecture might sound like something out of an autumn fairy tale, but you can discover all this and more in this charming Ontario village.
Perched along the shores of the Rideau Canal, this quaint small town is even more magical during the fall, when the air turns crisp and the leaves transform with vibrant hues.
Merrickville is a picturesque community located about an hour away from Ottawa. Named "Canada's Most Beautiful Village" in 1998 by Communities in Bloom, the old-world destination offers postcard-worthy streets and historic charm.
The fall brings a new kind of beauty to the region, making it the perfect time to plan a day trip or weekend getaway.
You'll feel like you're in a scene from Gilmore Girls as you stroll along the leafy streets and pop into the cozy shops.
Wick Witch Apothecary is a must-visit during the Halloween season, and you can find all sorts of "devilish autumn delights," according to the website.
Other cute shops to check out during the autumn months include Pickle & Myrrh, where you'll find pumpkin spice treats, and the Merrickville Book Emporium, which is brimming with cozy fall reads.
Fall is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the scenery, so grab a coffee at The Village Bean Coffee House and check out some of Merrickville's beautiful trails, such as the Merrickville Ruins trail, where you'll be immersed in autumn colours.
Or, stroll along the Merrickville Limerick Trail, where you'll find sugar maples and a boardwalk overlooking a marsh.
With cozy shops and old-world charm, Merrickville is a beautiful spot to visit this fall.
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