Discover our region

Chaudière-Appalaches is a region bordered by the St. Lawrence River and is situated near the American border. With its 200 km of riverside roads, this region counts some of the oldest and richest history and legacy in the country. It also includes many lovely villages, many of which are considered to be the most beautiful in the province of Québec. The Chaudière-Appalaches region is named after the Chaudière River that meanders throughout the Beauce region before flowing into the St. Lawrence in Lévis. To the South of the region, bordering the state of Maine, are the rolling mountain tops of the Appalachians in the Thetford, Etchemins, Bellechasse, Lotbinière and Côte-du-Sud regions.

Over Three Hundred Years of History!

In the 17th century, during the French colonization, people settle for the most part along the St. Lawrence River. This is where some of the first seigniories were granted. In many areas, it is still possible to marvel at the know-how of past generations by admiring ancestral buildings such as manors, mills and seigniorial homes. It is worth mentioning that several villages along the shores of Lotbinière, Bellechasse and Côte-du-Sud are ranked among the most beautiful in all of Québec. They are Lotbinière, Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Saint-Michel, Saint-Vallier and L'Islet.

A Tale of Love and Passion!

In all corners of the region, builders of yore have passed on over three centuries of history. The legacy of these local women and men can be seen in the region's rich heritage, cultural resources and numerous must-see attractions.

An Unparalleled Natural History!

The Chaudière-Appalaches region is also nature at its best, with the St. Lawrence River flowing alongside fertile valleys, making it a true paradise for cycling, mountain hiking and bird-watching enthusiasts. Maple sugar bushes, the pride and joy of the region, come alive during spring and provide an incomparable display of spectacular fall colours. Enjoying leisurely walks in the forest on the trails of the Parc national de Frontenac, lthe Parc régional des Appalaches, the 3 Coleraine Mountains, the Parc régional Massif du Sud and the Isle-aux-Grues Archipelago can also be ways to discover this extraordinary nature.