There’s an Ontario village near Toronto that feels like a European escape

Your next small-town adventure is here! The village of Kleinburg is a dreamy escape right here in the GTA, and it offers a sort of European charm you won’t find anywhere else.

Kleinburg is located about 45 minutes away from Toronto. This quaint and lovely destination in Vaughan is truly captivating.

Next Stop: Kleinburg, Ont.

According to the village’s website, its main street is lined “with small shops and restaurants that are accented by luxury spas and European-inspired cafés.”

Explore the village and support local! Check out the lifestyle concept store Ambiance. You’ll find a selection of hand-picked fashion, home décor, accessories, furniture, stationery, giftware and more.

It’s the perfect town for a romantic dinner for two or a casual catch-up over Italian espresso.

When you’re ready for a little R&R, you’ll find multiple luxury spas to unwind too.

“Kleinburg is a perfect day trip from Toronto if you are looking for small-town charm, a boutique shopping experience, relaxation or inspiration,” says the village.

The colourful landscapes and rolling hills around Kleinburg “were the inspiration for many Group of 7 paintings.”

You’ll actually find many of their paintings at the town’s wonderful museum. The McMichael Canadian Art Collection has a permanent collection that consists of more than 7,000 artworks. These are by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, their contemporaries, and First Nations, Métis, Inuit and contemporary artists who have contributed to the development of Canadian art, according to its website.

It’s located on 100 acres of forested land by the Humber River.

Here is where art and nature are one. Trails surround the museum, so after you’ve explored the collection, why not embrace the beauty of nature too?

Plan that weekend trip and explore the village. You won’t regret it.

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Karen Doradea

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