Active Nature Micro-Chalets des Appalaches - Mini accommodation, maxi relaxation. The stay of Barrons-nous
Hilly forests as far as the eye can see, hundreds of typical farms, charming villages ... No doubt, here we are in the Chaudière Appalaches region. We arrive in the evening in Sainte-Lucie de Beauregard, a small village near the Parc Régional des Ap…
Written on August 31, 2017
Curious Nature The Tall Ships: Sylviane tells us about her crazy trip!
The departure is scheduled at 5:30 at the marina of the Parc Nautique Saint-Jean-Port-Joli. The weather is radiant. I sit aboard the boat with my three companions and we are ready for a trip!
Written on August 30, 2017
Curious Nature La Seigneurie des Aulnaies - One of Béatrice's favourites !
Located in the easternmost village in Chaudière-Appalaches, Saint-Roch-des-Aulnaies, the domain of the Seigneurie des Aulnaies offers a multitude of activities, which will plunge visitors back into the seigniorial life.
Written on August 9, 2017
Active Nature Chalets et Villégiature Daaquam is one of Rosalie's favourites!
You know the expression «You can take the girl out of the city, but not take the city out of the girl» ? Well, this day that I spent along the Daaquam River, in the Parc des Appalaches, proved me wrong!
Written on August 7, 2017
Curious Nature One of Mathieu's favourites : le Centre historique de la mine King | KB3
Visit the old mining facilities and admire the 360-degree Thetford mining landscape, what do you think? Then go to Centre historique de la mine King | KB3 of Thetford Mines.
Written on July 17, 2017
Curious Nature FALL IN LOVE WITH ISLE-AUX- GRUES. CÉDRIC BECOMES AN ISLANDER FOR A DAY!
It was during my trip to the Saint-François observatory on Île d'Orléans a couple years ago that I came to realize the size of this archipelago in the middle of the Saint Lawrence between Quebec City and Islet.
Written on July 5, 2017
Curious Nature The Miller Zoo, one of Camille's favourites
During my visits to Chaudière-Appalaches, I fell under the spell of the Miller Zoo. This zoo like no other is located in Frampton, in Beauce, and its mission is to make the animals known to the most curious.
Written on July 4, 2017
Curious Nature Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière: A beautiful floral jungle!
On centre stage, you’ll discover a variety of country flowers, a charming pond, an impressive garden, a splendid manor, one-hundred- year-old trees and a magnificent beach protected by a cliff. One word summarizes a visit - IMPRESSIVE!
Written on July 4, 2017
Foody Nature Le Corsaire Pub - One of Marianne's favourites
Located near the Quai Paquet, the Corsaire Pub is a gathering place for microbrewery and food lovers, whether with friends, family or even colleagues!
Written on July 4, 2017
Curious Nature Marc Côté stone sculptures garden: welcome to Marichka and Marc’s paradise
The first thing that I think of when I think about my visit to the Marc Côté gallery and stone sculpture garden is a good time. The weather was good, the light was good, the welcome was warm and it was the countryside at its best.
Written on July 3, 2017
Foody Nature The moule à sucre is one of Catherine’s favourites!
One of my favourite activities is agri-tourism. More than anything, I like learning how our regional products are made. I could find this kind of experience at the Moule à Sucre.
Written on July 1, 2017
Curious Nature La Maison natale Louis Fréchette is one of Clara's favourites
The birthplace of Louis Fréchette allowed me to discover a part of our history through its exhibitions and summer programming accessible to the whole family.
Written on June 24, 2017
Active Nature Tourist Wanted: The Adventurer
Catherine and I have always felt a fundamental need to get back to nature. What’s better than getting out in the open air to reach this need?!
Written on June 5, 2017
Active Nature Tourist Wanted: The Family
We’re back! The family of campers wanted by Tourisme Chaudière-Appalâches is… exhausted but satisfied! Ok, I have to come clean, I imagine some of you that are used to my travel writings are raising an eyebrow right about now and asking yourselves ‘…
Written on June 2, 2017
Curious Nature Tourist wanted: The insular
Do you like sea breeze? Are you passionate about boats? Are you intrigued about Grosse-île? Do you like to observe beautiful landscapes, sunsets and birds? Would you like to sleep in a tepee?
Written on June 2, 2017
Foody Nature Les Bleuets du Vire-Crêpes, one of Claudelle's favourites
The Chemin de la Fraîcheur route, located along the Chemin Vire-Crêpes in the sector of St-Nicolas, offers berry lovers the perfect opportunity to taste seasonal produce in a country setting.
Written on June 1, 2017
Active Nature Isle-aux-Grues by Iamnomad
Looking for a place to go for a relaxing getaway in an unknown place? We had the chance to visit Isle-aux-grues, located in the St. Lawrence River less than an hour from Quebec.
Written on May 29, 2017 Mis à jour le December 15, 2022
Curious Nature Grosse île and the Irish memorial national historic site: a wave of emotions on an extraordinary island!
Come learn about the history of the Irish immigrants that left their homeland in search of a better life. With its original buildings, characters from the period and the guides, you’ll have an unforgettable experience!
Written on May 24, 2017
Curious Nature The history of a short cruise between 2 shores
I enjoy taking the ferry and I want to tell you about the time that I felt I was on vacation. One sunny Saturday morning in June, I took the ferry to do a little jogging on the other side of the river.
Written on May 22, 2017
Foody Nature Mathieu's Favourite is Fromagerie Bergeron !
Did you say ‘’squeak-squeak’’?
Written on May 18, 2017