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Les Glissades de la Terrasse |
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6 Rue de La Terrasse-Dufferin, Terrasse Dufferin, Québec G1R 3Z3 • 418-694-9487 • 418-829-9898
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Distance:
~221 m * |
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VIEUX QUEBEC. This is sledding for grown ups! Hop on a specially-designed toboggan and zoom down the slide, all 152 metres of it. Average speeds reach 90km/hr (60mph), so hang on to your hat! For a tamer winter activity, try the adjacent skating rink. |
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Place Royale |
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rue Notre-Dame, Québec G1K 4E9 • 418-643-2158
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Distance:
~242 m * |
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VIEUX QUEBEC. Once a town market booming with activity and commerce, Place Royale's activity began to decline in the late 1800s, and by 1950, the area had become rather seedy. In the 1960s, the square was wonderfully restored, as was the historical Notre-Dame-des-Victoires, the oldest stone church in Québec. An Interpretation Centre is on the square, and many outdoor activities take place here in the summer. |
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Parc la Cetière |
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, Côte de la Montagne, Québec G1K 4E9 • 418-646-3167
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Distance:
~379 m * |
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VIEUX QUEBEC. This unique park's claim to fame is the collection of stone ruins dating from 1685. In 1972, archaeological excavations uncovered these old homes, which had been leveled during the British Conquest, rebuilt, and then damaged again in both 1948 and 1957 by fire. If you look closely, you can still make out some of the remnants of the old houses. The park is also the site of La Fresque des Québécois, the Mural of Quebecers. |
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Promenade des Gouverneurs |
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Terrasse Dufferin to Parc des Champs-de-Bataille, Québec G1R 5G6
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Distance:
~0.507 km * |
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VIEUX QUEBEC. If you visit Québec during the day-time, you'll be remiss if you don't make your way to the Promenade des Gouveneurs, a breathtaking boardwalk extending down the cliffs from Dufferin Terrasse, past the belvedere overlooking the St. Lawrence River, and on to the Plaines d'Abraham. If it's clear, expect to see the distant Laurentines to the north. If you want to capture that perfect photo of Québec, this may be just the place to take it. |
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Parc des Champs-de-Bataille (Plaines d'Abraham) |
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835, ave Wilfrid-Laurier, Québec G1R 2L3 • 418-648-4071 • 418-649-6157
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Distance:
~1.278 km * |
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SAINT-JEAN BAPTISTE. The Plains of Abraham, named for farmer Abraham Martin who grazed his cattle here in Quebec's earliest days, is perhaps best known as the site of two pivotal battles of the Seven Years War (a.k.a. the French and Indian War). Throughout the park there are kilometers of meandering trails punctuated by numerous monuments and memorials commemorating these and other battles, along with several other attractions. During the summer months, Abraham's Bus provides a narrated tour of the park that everyone will find interesting (a special "Summer Package" rate covers admission to all of the park's attractions, including Abraham's Bus). During the winter, 15km of trails are groomed for Nordic skiing, and equipment rental is available. Call 418-648-4212 for recorded trail condition information. |
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Domaine Maizerets |
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2000, blvd Montmorency, Québec G1J 5E7 • 418-691-2385 • 418-647-6335
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Distance:
~2.835 km * |
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Description:
LIMOILOU. Once a private estate, Domaine Maizerets now offers Québecers a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Located along the bike path which connects Vieux Québec with Montmorency Falls, the property has much to recommend it. In the summer, the leafy arboretum is a shady spot to relax and cool off, the lovely gardens and lawns are ideal for strolling, and free concerts and plays supply a bit of additional entertainment. In the winter, the spot is extremely popular for both cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, with numerous groomed trails. The visitor centre is open daily for equipment rental. |
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Parc de la Chute-Montmorency |
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2490, ave Royale, Québec G1C 1S1 • 418-663-3330 • 800-665-6527
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Distance:
~9.438 km * |
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BEAUPORT. Cascading from just over 270 feet (higher than Niagara), the Chute-Montmorency is a Québec favorite. A beautiful sight year-round, the falls reach their greatest splendor in the winter, when ice chutes begin to form. For the best shots, take a stroll across one of two suspension bridges that cross the Montmorency River. An aerial tram carries riders past the inspiring waterfall – just make sure you're sporting something you don't mind getting a bit wet. The tram travels from the parking lot to the Maison Montmorency, which boasts a visitor center, shopping and a restaurant. A bike path connects this park to Domaine de Maizerets. Parking $8.50/car. |
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Hôtel de Glace Québec |
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9530, rue de la Faune, Québec G1G 5H9 • 418-875-4522 • 877-505-0423
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Distance:
~11.537 km * |
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CHARLESBOURG. Modeled after the ice hotel in Sweden, Québec's creation is every bit as unusual and trendy. More than 15,000 tons of snow and 400 tons of ice are required to construct the 30,000 square foot building, which takes some five weeks to complete. It's a magnificent sight, to be sure, decorated with sparkling ice sculptures and rustic deerskins. If you're unable to secure hotel reservations, or if sleeping in the cold leaves you cold, you can visit for a guided tour or a cocktail in the bar. There are also a multitude of fun outdoor activities to enjoy, including snowmobiling, dogsledding, snowshoeing, ice fishing, ice skating and guided hikes. |
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Patinoire du Lac-Beauport |
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99, chemin du Tour-Du-Lac, Manoir Saint-Castin, Lac-Beauport G3B 0T1 • 418-849-7141
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Distance:
~15.962 km * |
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Description:
LAC-BEAUPORT. The Manoir Saint-Castin hotel offers several wintertime activities, including snowshoeing and dogsledding. But perhaps the most popular is ice skating. That's because the rink is a huge 3-km groomed oval on the frozen lake. One or two times around this track and you can enjoy whatever you want for dinner! |
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Le Relais |
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1084, blvd du Lac, Lac-Beauport G3B 0X5 • 418-849-1851 • 866-373-5247
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Distance:
~16.186 km * |
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Description:
LAC-BEAUPORT. Spread out over 71 hectares (173 acres), Le Relais has 25 ski runs, the longest of which is 2055 meters. All the trails are well lighted, and Le Relais breaks out the snow machines when the weather doesn't fully cooperate, so visitors can ski all day and evening, all winter long. Other perks: seven lifts, an incredible ski and snowboard park, ski lessons and equipment rentals. |
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