Val-des-Sources

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Val-des-Sources, meaning "Valley of the Springs", formerly known as Asbestos, is a town in the Estrie region of southeastern Quebec, Canada on the Nicolet River. The town is the seat of Les Sources Regional County Municipality, formerly known as the Asbestos Regional County Municipality. The town covers an area of 30.25 square kilometres, including land acquired due to the merger of the City of Asbestos with the Municipality of Trois-Lacs on December 8, 1999. ()

Alternative names: Population: 6.8 thous. (2019)Area: 12.24 mi²Coordinates: 45°46'45"N, 71°56'1"W

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Val-des-Sources – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Danville.

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Danville
101 min walk • One of the highlights of a visit to Danville is the Musée de l'Hôtel-Dieu, a museum housed in a former hospital that showcases the history of the city and its surrounding region. The museum's collection includes artifacts, photographs, and exhibits that provide...