Backpacker Tourism

Spend time in an urban setting in a Chicoutimi hotel, romantic moments on a Lake St. Jean beach, or relax under the starry skies on the Saguenay Fjord: In the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, dare to let your creativity shape your kind of escapade! Come to Blueberry Country and immerse yourself in nature for a real vacation in the great outdoors: Family cottages, welcoming snowmobile relay stations, alpine ski chalets, authentic Amerindian tepees, and rustic shelters are among the many irresistible places to be for nature lovers. You have every reason not to resist: Fishing, hiking, mountain climbing, kayaking, canoeing, biking... endless possibilities! With its lively cultural flavour, attractions, major shows, fabulous living frescos, museums and interpretation centres, horticultural gardens, charming hotels and inns, health spas, and local-product gastronomy, our “Realm” is undeniably the place to be in Quebec! Nature and culture; the heartbeat of the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region... whatever your vacation style, you will be touched by our genuine warmth; as sunny and colourful as the people and landscapes that give it life.

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EVENTS Carrefour international de théâtre Theatre goers will be offered a generous selection of exceptional theatre writing and performing talent on five different Québec City stages from May 31 to June 10 next. Full calendar details available online.... more >>> QUÉBEC CITY BY... the newly weds Sure, your guests will be astonished by the bride. But they will also be delighted by her choice of Québec City as the wedding site: a romantic destination like nowhere else, an architectural splendour reminescent of Old Europe and a gastronomical tradition that will leave memories for years to come with everyone. Visit our new thematic website section. You will find good addresses to help you plan this unforgettable day. PUT QUÉBEC CITY IN YOUR POCKET FOR ONLY $40! Get your Québec City museum card including admission to 24 attractions for 3 consecutive days, 2 one-day passes of free local bus service, discounts at tourist attractions and much more! Available for $40 taxes included. www.museocapitale.qc.ca Discover the St. Lawrence River Experience the St. Lawrence River, one of Québec's greatest resources! To explore it in greater detail, the St. Lawrence Touring website has three itineraries for you to discover four regions near the river: Québec City, Charlevoix, Bas-Saint-Laurent and Chaudière-Appalaches. The site provides directional maps and information on these regions but you will also find a list of tourist attractions, accommodations and restaurants to help you plan your stay. http://www.CircuitSaint-Laurent.com/ 400TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF QUEBEC CITY Quebec City is hard at work preparing the commemorations of its 400th anniversary. It will be a time to celebrate past achievements, but also an opportunity to better understand the present, and to look towards the future.

Every year, the village of Saint-Simeon greets thousand of guests attracted by its lush forests, its majestic river and the warm welcome of its inhabitants. Saint-Simeon Eco-Village covers a territory recognized for the quality of its environment and the diversity of the resources it offers. This unique character owed the region the highly regarded title of UNESCO’s World Biophere Reserve. Saint-Simeon is also the place where you can board the ferry to Riviere-du-Loup and experience the thrill of crossing the majestic Saint-Lawrence River. While waiting for the boat to leave, the would-be sailors can walk along the quay and have a chat with the smelt fishermen, always there in the summertime. The Saint-Simeon region offers you high quality accommodations, rustic style cuisine and dozens of activities and attractions that will guarantee that your stay is a memorable one.

Cette magnifique région, riche en attraits naturels, est un réel paradis pour les amoureux des grands espaces et les passionnés d'activités de plein air. Nous, les gens de la place, qui vivons et oeuvrons dans les secteurs pittoresques de Saint-Jovite et du village Mont-Tremblant, dans le centre de villégiature Tremblant et dans les municipalités limitrophes, mettons à votre disposition tous les moyens pour réussir votre séjour. Nous vous offrons le confort de nos hébergements, un service amical et attentionné, une cuisine délectable et diversifiée, une panoplie d'activités pour combler tous les goûts et une joie de vivre contagieuse qui vous enchantera dès votre arrivée. Laissez-vous tenter par cette chaleureuse atmosphère qui vous fera vivre les plus beaux moments d'escapade en famille, en couple ou entre amis. La région du Mont-Tremblant vous offre la formule vacances idéale pour un séjour réussi.

Well known for the warmth and vitality of its people, Drummondville is proud to offer a plethora of activities and attractions that will entertain you and enrich your stay among us. This year, once again, many of our organizations are ready to welcome you and make your summer memorable. For example, the Mondial des cultures showcases the world’s cultures; the multimedia production Légendes Fantastiques rhymes with the mysterious, imaginary, and the magical; the Village Québécois d’Antan is evidence of our heritage; La Magie de Broadway is a colorful musical review; and the Circuit des traditions unites bicycling, culture, and nature. In addition, our hotels will guarantee warm hospitality with every modern convenience and our restaurants will provide excellent food. It is a pleasure to have you in our region and have a nice stay. Francine Ruest-Jutras Mayor