La Jacques-Cartier
Québec City’s Playground
Picturesque mountain, forest and marsh landscapes make La Jacques‑Cartier a year round vacation destination just 20 minutes outside Québec City.
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Arbraska Duchesnay
This aerial park offers an unforgettable treetop adventure for the whole family, with suspension bridges, ziplines, and treetop ropes courses for all levels.
Centre Castor
Located on Valcartier military base, Centre Castor offers a wide range of activities, including golf and mountain biking. For overnight accommodation, guests can stay in the luxury yurt village.
Nordique Spa Stoneham
This Nordic spa offers a Scandinavian‑style thermal experience that alternates hot and cold for maximum relaxation. It’s the perfect way to unwind after a day in the great outdoors.
Jacques‑Cartier National Park
A vast mountain plateau criss-crossed by deep valleys and rivers makes this provincial park a true paradise for anyone who loves the great outdoors. There’s hiking, canoeing, camping, cottage rentals, and more.
Marais du Nord
Home to 160 species of birds and a network of flat, easy footpaths, these peaceful marshes are a birdwatcher’s dream.
La Souche Microbrewery
La Souche beers are brewed onsite, just steps away from the cozy, rustic tasting room. In summer, relax on the patio and enjoy farm‑to‑table dining with ingredients from the pesticide‑free vegetable garden, beehive, hop farm, and henhouse.
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