Québec at a glance
Surface area: 1,667,926 km2 Population: 8,239,910 Official language: French Currency: Canadian dollar Capital: Québec City National holiday: June 24
Bursting with life and full of adventure, with four spectacular seasons, unique landscapes and diverse culture, Québec is a destination like no other. Taking up a staggering 1.6 million km2 (643,819 sq. mi.) of northeastern North America, it serves up an astounding mix of unspoiled nature and urban sophistication. Its Amerindian, French and English roots joyously mingle with the flood of new influences from abroad in a flourishing society with a cosmopolitan New World beat. Artless conviviality, unmistakable authenticity and excitement at every turn: bienvenue au Québec!
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Map legend légende carte nature
international réserves airport unesco
position Québec dans in North l’Amérique Americadu Nord
Regions and cities
Québec is divided into 22 tourist regions with each one revealing a different aspect of the province, offering unique and memorable discoveries. quebecoriginal.com/en-ca/where-to-go/regions-cities
Abitibi-Témiscamingue abitibi-temiscamingue-tourism.org
Lanaudière lanaudiere.ca/en/
Baie-James escapelikeneverbefore.com
Laurentides laurentides.com/en
Bas-Saint-Laurent bassaintlaurent.ca/en/
Laval tourismelaval.com
Cantons-de-l’Est cantonsdelest.com
Manicouagan tourismecote-nord.com/en/
Centre-du-Québec tourismecentreduquebec.com
Mauricie tourismemauricie.com
Charlevoix tourisme-charlevoix.com/en/
Montérégie tourisme-monteregie.qc.ca/en
Chaudière-Appalaches chaudiereappalaches.com/en/home/
Montréal tourisme-montreal.org
Duplessis tourismecote-nord.com/en/
Nunavik nunavik-tourism.com
Eastern Townships easterntownships.org
Outaouais tourismeoutaouais.com/en-ca
Eeyou Istchee escapelikeneverbefore.com
Québec City and Area quebecregion.com/en/
Gaspésie tourisme-gaspesie.com/en/accueil.html
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean saguenaylacsaintjean.ca
Îles-de-la-Madeleine tourismeilesdelamadeleine.com/en/
parcs city nationaux
Montréal With 1.9 million residents, Montréal is one of the largest French-speaking cities on the planet and the only francophone metropolis in North America. Blending Old World charm with New World vitality, Montréal has a unique multicultural identity with an open-minded outlook and a distinct French accent. Made up of a mix of almost 100 ethnic communities, Montréal is also a cultural hub with a phenomenal arts scene that celebrates expression in its every form—as demonstrated by the plethora of local galleries, museums, venues and events. Nestled at the foot of Mount Royal, the city’s downtown core buzzes with activity while along the St. Lawrence River, Old Montréal showcases the city’s history. Montréal also likes a party, swinging to the beat of an endless stream of festivals all year long. With exceptional cuisine, stellar shopping, chic boutiques, talented local designers and pulsating nightlife in the city centre, not to mention jet boats and surfing on the St. Lawrence, a network of self-serve public bicycles (Bixi) and even an underground city, Montréal has so many experiences to offer, you’ll just have to come back! tourisme-montreal.org
Québec City and Area Founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain, the capital city of Québec is the cradle of French civilization in North America. Its name means “where the river narrows” in Algonquin. The region’s colourful history, enchanting setting on the St. Lawrence River, priceless architectural heritage, boundless green spaces just minutes from downtown and a multitude of attractions combine to make it a must for any visitor. Yet the unmistakable stamp of history in no way puts Québec City behind the times. Its calendar is chock-full of major events all year long, from outstanding exhibitions and stage shows to international gatherings (including the world’s largest winter carnival) and a summer festival featuring some of the biggest names in music today. Explore the streets of Old Québec by horse-drawn calèche, follow the footsteps of the first settlers along the King’s Road or New France Route, kick back in a convivial outdoor café, connect with nature or practise a favourite outdoor pursuit—visitors will find the charms of the region irresistible. Prepare to succumb!
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A few highlights: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Jean-Talon Market marchespublics-mtl.com/en Montréal Botanical Garden espacepourlavie.ca/en Montréal Museum of Fine Arts mbam.qc.ca/en Montréal Tower at Olympic Park parcolympique.qc.ca/en/ Old Montréal vieux.montreal.qc.ca/eng/accueila.htm Old Port of Montréal oldportofmontreal.com Parc du Mont-Royal lemontroyal.qc.ca/en Pointe-à-Callière – Montréal Museum of Archaeology and History pacmusee.qc.ca/en/home Saint Joseph’s Oratory saint-joseph.org/en Rue Sainte-Catherine destinationcentreville.com/en The Village montrealcam.com/en-village.php Underground city (RÉSO – underground network of pedestrian corridors)
A few highlights: • Aquarium du Québec sepaq.com/ct/paq/index.dot?language_id=1
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Canyon Sainte-Anne canyonsa.qc.ca/en Île d’Orléans tourisme.iledorleans.com/en Musées de la civilisation mcq.org/en Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec mnbaq.org/en Old Québec quebecregion.com/en/old-quebec-summer/
Parc de la Chute-Montmorency sepaq.com/ct/pcm Parc national de la Jacques-Cartier sepaq.com/pq/jac Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine sanctuairesainteanne.org/index.php?lang=en
Vallée Bras-du-Nord valleebrasdunord.com/index-english.php Valcartier Vacation Village valcartier.com/en Wendake and the Huron-Wendat Museum
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Must-see attractions Charlevoix Designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1988, the Charlevoix region owes its arresting topography to the impact of an immense meteorite that collided with the area some 350 million years ago. The stunning scenery has long inspired painters, poets, writers and musicians. A region renowned for its hospitality, Charlevoix is where nature and culture coexist in perfect harmony: the art of living—Québec-style!
Grosse-Île Chaudière-Appalaches
Tremblant Laurentides
Equal parts nature and history: that’s what Grosse Île and the Irish Memorial National Historic Site has in store. Take a guided tour through a fascinating page in history and discover the secrets of the one-time gateway to Canadian immigration, a quarantine station from 1832 to 1937.
A four-season resort nestled in the splendid Laurentian Mountains, Tremblant is known for its amazing skiing, spectacular golfing and mountainside lodgings. Give in to its infectious joie de vivre as you stroll through the picturesque pedestrian village, browse the many boutiques, sip an aperitif and enjoy the good life!
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Parc national de la Gaspésie Gaspésie
Old Québec Québec City and Area
With mountains as far as the eye can see and 25 peaks standing over 1,000 m (3,300 ft.) high, this park at the heart of the Gaspé peninsula harbours an extraordinary plant and wildlife diversity. With more than 140 km (90 mi.) of trails to explore, you’re in for some truly tremendous views!
How about a trip back in time? A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, the historic district of Old Québec bears witness to the European colonisation of North America. With its Citadelle overlooking the St. Lawrence River, impressive ramparts, battlefields, bustling port and historic districts, Old Québec evokes the colourful past of the only walled city in the Americas north of Mexico.
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Le Québec Maritime Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord, Îles-de-la-Madeleine The rich food supply and deep waters of the St. Lawrence River make Québec Maritime one of the few places on earth where you can see up to 13 species of marine mammal, including the mighty blue whale. Some of the best spots for environmentally responsible whale-watching include the Fjord du Saguenay, Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park and Baie de Tadoussac. A road trip along the Whale Route, a guided cruise, a jaunt in a kayak or inflatable raft: set your course for Québec Maritime and enjoy an unforgettable ride! quebecmaritime.ca/en parcmarin.qc.ca/en
Authentic Québec Lanaudière, Mauricie Fertile fields along the St. Lawrence River, boreal forest strewn with lakes and rivers: from small, secluded waterfront cottages to four-star forest inns, Authentic Québec offers lodging to suit every taste. In winter, explore the area by snowmobile, snowshoe or dogsled. Come summer, reinvent yourself as a woodsman, ride the wild rivers on a raft or cast your fishing rod. Adventure beckons in Authentic Québec! quebecauthentique.com/en
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Parc national des Pingualuit Nunavik Ready for a total change of scene? How about a park in the heart of the tundra? Accompanied by Inuit guides, discover nearlunar landscapes stretching endlessly under the immensity of the Arctic sky. Don’t miss the “Crystal Eye of Nunavik,” so called for the limpid waters that fill this massive 1.4 millionyear-old meteor crater. parcsnunavik.ca/en
Quartier des spectacles Montréal With some 80 cultural and performance venues, lively public plazas and roughly 40 festivals each year, the Quartier des spectacles boasts the highest concentration— and greatest diversity—of cultural goings-on per square kilometre in North America. Day and night, all year long culture aficionados gather here to celebrate creativity and artistic vitality. Join them! quartierdesspectacles.com/en
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Zoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean The Zoo sauvage is more than just a zoological institution: it’s a centre dedicated to wildlife protection and the preservation of boreal diversity. Get close to its 1,000 animals from 75 indigenous and exotic species, and hop aboard the caged train to see North American wildlife in its natural habitat. zoosauvage.org/en
Original attractions
Cité de l’or (The City of Gold) Abitibi-Témiscamingue
Charlevoix Maritime Museum Charlevoix
Explore a real gold mine, step back into the past in the old mining town of Bourlamaque and descend 90 m (300 ft.) underground into the deepest gold mine in Canada open to tourists. citedelor.com/en-ca
This museum and national historic site preserves and showcases the region’s maritime heritage. Step aboard the schooners, the last vestiges of the era of coastal navigation, and plunge into the history of sailing and shipping on the St. Lawrence River. museemaritime.com/en
Robert-Bourassa Generating Facility Baie-James The largest power plant in North America, the Robert-Bourassa generating facility will leave you grappling for words to describe its unbelievable scale. See the Giant’s Staircase, the colossal spillways hewn right out of the rock; gaze at a towering dam as high as a 53-storey building; and tour the inner workings of the world’s largest underground generating station. hydroquebec.com/visit/baie-james/bourassa.html
Site historique maritime de la Pointe-au-Père Bas-Saint-Laurent Relive two centuries of maritime history. Hear of the tragic Empress of Ireland, whose 1912 shipwreck resulted in the deaths of 1,012 victims. Climb up one of the country’s tallest lighthouses. Then climb down into the Onondaga, Canada’s only submarine open to the public, and imagine what it’s like to be confined for months in a 90 m (300 ft.) undersea vessel. To really get a sense of life as a crewmember, you can even spend the night! shmp.qc.ca/indexen.html
Cranberry Interpretation Centre (CIC) Centre-du-Québec For about a month starting in mid-September, take the eco-discovery trail and discover the largest cranberry farm in the world! Accompanied by an expert guide, see the spectacular harvest and learn all about this amazing little red berry. canneberge.qc.ca/home
Old Prison of Trois-Rivières Mauricie A feature attraction of the Musée québécois de la culture populaire, the Old Prison offers a riveting experience full of surprises. Led by experienced guides—some of whom are former inmates—learn all about this 19th-century penitentiary, its cells and dungeons, and get a taste of life behind bars in the 1960s. enprison.com/en
Biosphere, Environment Museum Montréal A local architectural landmark and the icon of Expo ’67, the spectacular Biosphere is a unique site. Now a museum, it hosts exhibitions and scientific presentations that examine major environmental issues. Explore themes related to the weather and climate change, as well as water and air pollution. Return home better equipped to make environmentally responsible choices. ec.gc.ca/biosphere
Droulers/Tsiionhiakwatha Archaeological Site Interpretation Centre Montérégie Follow in the footsteps of the First Nations at this historic site located 70 km (44 mi.) southwest of Montréal. Learn about 15th-century Iroquois life as you explore a reconstructed palisade village with its traditional longhouses and garden. See the vestiges and artefacts of the largest Iroquoian village ever unearthed in Québec and prolong the experience with a night in a longhouse. sitedroulers.ca
Proud of a culinary tradition unique in North America, Québec is justly renowned for its many local specialties: craft beers, wines, ice ciders, Charlevoix lamb, farmed game (including deer, bison and boar), Gulf of St. Lawrence seafood, cheeses, fruits and maple syrup, to name but a few. When in Québec, do like a Québecer: enjoy the pleasures of the table as you salute the creativity and expertise of local chefs. quebecoriginal.com/en-ca/food
Local delicacies
and terroir secrets
Discover Québec’s wines Eastern Townships, Centre-du-Québec, Chaudière-Appalaches, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Québec Eager to share their passion and craft, Québec’s winemakers open their doors to visitors. Discover enchanting settings, sample local wines and take part in the different activities on offer. laroutedesvins.ca/en vinsduquebec.com/en/vignobles/bouche-art-2/ maroutedesvins.com/en/ routedesvinsdelestrie.com
Flavour Trail Charlevoix Epicureans, take note: this trail is packed with unforgettable gourmet adventures. Meet the farmers, producers and restaurateurs of the Charlevoix region. Sample some truly unique offerings, like the tomato wine that’s the only one of its kind in the world, along with a host of local delicacies from chocolate to honey, cider, duck, emu, bread and more. You’ll leave sated in more ways than one! routedesaveurs.com
Sugaring off Gourmet Route Québec Experience the Capital region from farm to table. Meet local producers: veritable artists who fuse expertise with passion to offer you an unforgettable agritourism experience of the Côte-de-Beaupré, Île d’Orléans, Jacques-Cartier, Portneuf and Québec City. parcoursgourmand.com/eng/
Route featuring Québec’s fine cheeses Follow a path to local producers and their incredibly delicious artisan cheeses. Add Québec’s fine cheeses to your itinerary… and to your plate! routedesfromages.com
Come spring, when the sap rises in the maple groves, it’s time to sweeten your smile! Share an old-time repast in one of Québec’s innumerable cabanes à sucre, or sugar shacks: baked beans, omelettes, ham, tourtière (meat pie), bacon rinds (colourfully known as oreilles de crisse), crêpes and maple taffy on snow. Taste buds eager for more? Plenty of festivals revolve around Québec’s famed culinary export, so go ahead and indulge! laroutedessucres.com festivalbeaucerondelerable.com/en/ festivaldelerable.com
Unusual
Road trip ideas
Official tourist routes To see Québec at its most authentic, follow the official tourist routes that hug the St. Lawrence River or wind through the countryside off the main highways. Clearly indicated with blue signage, they’re designed to showcase the natural and cultural points of interest of the regions they cross. The Whale Route, Fjord Route, Rivers’ Road, King’s Road, Farmlands Route, Countryman’s Tour—the choice is yours! quebecoriginal.com/en-ca/where-to-go/tourist-routes
Route des Phares (Lighthouse Trail) Bas-Saint-Laurent, Duplessis, Gaspésie, Îles-de-la-Madeleine Fascinated by the sentinels of the sea? Some 40 lighthouses rise along the St. Lawrence River and Québec’s maritime islands. Some of them have been turned into museums, inns or cottages. Find them on the Lighthouse Trail! routedesphares.qc.ca
Most beautiful villages To meander through Québec by car or bike is to discover its picturesque villages, with their heritage manors and windmills, antiques dealers and art galleries, charming inns and welcoming B&Bs. Experience the enchantment of the towns that make up the Association of the Most Beautiful Villages of Québec. beauxvillages.qc.ca
accommodation
Like to venture off the beaten track? Opt to stay somewhere non-traditional: a field gaining in popularity with increasingly numerous options across Québec. quebecoriginal.com/en-ca/accommodation/unusual-accommodations Phare du Pot à L’Eau-de-Vie (night on an isolated isle in the St. Lawrence River) Bas-Saint-Laurent pharedupot.com/en
Canopée-Lit (glass domes, cabins perched in the trees) Manicouagan canopee-lit.com/index.php?lang=en
Au Diable Vert (tree houses, perched cabins, pod cabins, etc.)
Le Rond Coin (logger’s camp, yurt, gypsy wagon or truck, prospector’s tent)
Eastern Townships audiablevert.qc.ca/en
Mauricie lerondcoin.com
Maisons du Grand Héron (yurts and tepees)
Hôtel de glace
Chaudière-Appalaches maisonsdugrandheron.com
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Kabania (cabins on stilts) Lanaudière kabania.ca/en
Québec City and Area
Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations (Aboriginal hotel inspired by a traditional longhouse) Québec hotelpremieresnations.ca/en
Les Toits du monde (hobbit houses, tree houses, chalet-tepees, yurts, quinzhees)
Parc Aventures Cap-Jaseux (tree houses, suspended spheres, etc.)
Laurentides lestoitsdumonde.ca/_en/index.html
Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean capjaseux.com/en/
Aboriginal experiences
Health breaks
Cruises
A canoe gliding silently over the river at dawn, the melt-inyour-mouth taste of fresh trout, the shimmer of the Northern Lights across the Arctic sky, the voice of a storyteller sharing legends from another time… Each meeting with one of the 11 Aboriginal nations of Québec is a chance to discover a world of unimaginably rich tradition. tourismeautochtone.com
Want to feel at one with the cosmos? Take a well-earned break in a Québec spa and give into some primo pampering. Whether in a magnificent natural setting or scintillating urban surroundings, spas offer enjoyable treatments (baths, massages, body wraps and more) that ensure deep relaxation. Savour the scent of the forest and the warm sunshine with a massage in the midst of nature. Luxuriate in the pool and let the calm spread over you. For an invigorating experience, awaken your senses with Nordicstyle alternating hot and cold dips. Following a sauna or steam bath, to plunge into the cold waters of a pool, lake, river (or even a crystalline waterfall) is really living in the moment! Feel your muscles release their tension as your spirit regains its equilibrium. spasrelaissante.com/en spasnordiques.ca/en
Ready to see Québec from a whole new angle? Head off on a boat down the St. Lawrence River, on a lake or along a river, and enjoy front-row seats for an incomparable spectacle. On the program: whales, birds and island flora, not to mention dazzling natural and urban scenery. Choose the option that suits you best: dinner cruise, theme cruise, nature observation, fireworks or a package with accommodation. quebecoriginal.com/en/see-and-do/cruises-boat-tours cruisesaintlawrence.com/EN/index.aspx Set sail for the Îles-de-la-Madeleine From mid-June to late September, climb aboard the 440-passenger CTMA Vacancier. Cruise the St. Lawrence River and its gulf from Montréal to the Îles-de-la-Madeleine by way of Québec City and the Gaspésie. The Magdalen Archipelago will colour your trip from the moment you board thanks to the warm welcome of your crew, born and raised on these islands famed for their hospitality and mouth-watering cuisine. croisieresctma.ca/en/
Nature getaways Québec is a vacationer’s dream when it comes to connecting with nature, with immense forested and mountainous massifs, countless lakes and rivers and incredible wildlife diversity. Fill up on fresh air in some of the most fascinating areas to discover in North America. National parks
Hiking
Québec’s national parks serve up sensory experiences that are out of this world! Taken as a whole, these vast preserves summarize the diversity of Québec’s geography and provide the perfect excuse for setting off on a hike. Discover the singular personality and sumptuous scenery of each as you enjoy any number of outdoor pursuits (swimming, canoeing, fishing, stand-up paddle boarding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, etc.). sepaq.com/pq/en pc.gc.ca nunavikparks.ca/en
There’s no shortage of places to hike in Québec. With some 6,000 km (3,700 mi.) of trails criss-crossing the province, there’s something for everybody, Sunday ambler and endurance athlete alike! More than one-third of Québec’s trails can be found in the Laurentides, Eastern Townships and Gaspé peninsula, which also features over 650 km (410 mi.) of the International Appalachian Trail. quebecoriginal.com/en/see-and-do/hiking http://www.sia-iat.com/en/accueil.html
Biking Outfitters Love hunting, fishing and the great outdoors? Treat yourself to a stay at an outfitter’s where seasoned guides will show you the best lakes and secret spots for memorable catches. pourvoiries.com/en/
Adventure and eco-tourism Canoe-camping, canyoning, climbing, kayaking, snowmobiling, scuba diving, rafting, snowshoeing, caving, dogsledding, via ferrata... Numerous Québec companies specialize in ecotourism and adventure tourism. Going with an Aventure Écotourisme Québec-accredited company ensures you peace of mind, since the AEQ certifies the quality and safety of the services offered by its members. aventure-ecotourisme.qc.ca/home
The famous bikeway stitching together Québec’s various regions, the Route verte is hands-down one of the world’s great cycle itineraries. Hit the road on two wheels and discover Québec one kilometre at a time! routeverte.com/e/
Ice, frost, powdery blizzards and brilliant sunshine: winter in Québec is a shifting palette. Discover how Québecers keep the cold at bay! Snowmobiling In winter, Québec has more kilometres of snowmobile trails than of highways! There are almost 33,000 km (20,500 mi.) of signposted trails, strategically dotted with the necessary services—gasoline, repairs, rentals, heated stops, food and lodging. Come and discover why Québec is one of the most popular snowmobiling destinations on the planet! fcmq.qc.ca/?lang=en
Ice fishing
Winter pleasures
Known in French as la pêche blanche, the longstanding tradition of ice fishing is practised in various regions of Québec as soon as the ice becomes thick enough. Cast your line from the comfort of a small heated hut in a “village” built right on the ice of the Fjord du Saguenay or in the Mauricie region’s Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, the world capital of Atlantic tomcod. For an outdoor fishing party in an urban setting, head for the ice fishing village in Montréal’s Old Port! saguenaylacsaintjean.ca/en/pecheblanche associationdespourvoyeurs.com/en/ villagepecheblanche.com/?lang=en
Downhill skiing and snowboarding Over 10 feet of snow on average each season, more than 70 ski hills— many within close range of the cities—ski in/ski out packages offering direct access to the slopes, mountains that feel like they belong to you, night skiing, outstanding snow conditions, exceptional views (like those of the St. Lawrence River from Le Massif in Charlevoix), plus a party atmosphere... There’s every reason to hit the slopes in Québec. Strap on your skis and get the best of our hills! maneige.com/en.html lemassif.com/en
Dogsledding The traditional mode of transport in the North, dogsledding was extensively used by Inuit and Amerindians, then by fur traders, missionaries and gold prospectors to travel through the forest and across the tundra. Today, it puts you back in touch with nature like never before as you bond with your faithful huskies. aventure-ecotourisme.qc.ca/home
Unique activities Swimming with seals Gaspésie
Baby seal observation Îles-de-la-Madeleine
Ever dreamt of swimming with seals? At Forillon National Park in Gaspésie, snorkel with the seals in a pristine natural setting and make your dreams come true! plongeeforillon.com/servicesE.html
For an out-of-the-ordinary winter experience, look no further. Each year in early March, harp seals flock by the thousands to the ice floes surrounding the Îles-de-la-Madeleine to give birth. Meet the pups on the ice—the only place on earth where it’s possible to get a close look! tourismeilesdelamadeleine.com/en/discover-the-islands/experiences/ nature/seal-observation-tours/
Ice canoeing Québec City Initially a means of transport between Québec City and Lévis, ice canoeing is today a competitive sport taken extremely seriously by its adepts. Ice canoeing excursions are a chance to paddle on the St. Lawrence River in the middle of winter. Don’t just gaze at the river: experience it! quebecicecanoeing.com
Urban surfing Montréal
Freefall at SkyVenture Montréal Laval
VéloVolant Eastern Townships
Defy gravity in complete safety. Experience the adrenaline rush of freefall thanks to the first recirculating freefall simulator in Canada. skyventuremontreal.com/en
A Canadian first, this truly singular eco-friendly activity lets you soar through the forest canopy using pedal power! Marvel as you gaze down from a treetop circuit that meanders along a mountainside. velovolant.com/en/
Wildlife observation Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Outaouais Want to really meet the locals? The Pageau refuge in AbitibiTémiscamingue welcomes lost, abandoned or wounded wild animals with a view to setting them free as soon as possible. Here you’ll see moose, bears, wolves, deer, raccoons, birds of prey and other orphaned creatures. Parc Omega in Outaouais, in turn, lets you encounter wild animals living freely in their natural habitat. en.refugepageau.ca parcomega.ca/en
Surfing in Montréal? Sure, why not? The water sports company KSF proposes seeing the city from an exotic new angle through original activities like surfing, river kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). ksf.ca/?lang=en
For more information
Airports
Québec has three major international airports: Montréal—Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) admtl.com/en Québec City Jean-Lesage International Airport (YQB) aeroportdequebec.com/en Mont-Tremblant International Airport (YTM) mtia.ca/en/
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) Starting March 15, 2016, visa-exempt foreign nationals who fly to or transit through Canada will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travellers with a valid visa. Entry requirements for other methods of travel (land, sea) have not changed.
Do not wait until the last minute – apply now for an eTA. Canada.ca/eTA
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The information in this brochure was up to date at time of publication. Tourisme Québec is not responsible for any errors or omissions that may have occurred. Brochure published In February 2016.
