Discover our Region
Stretching along the St. Lawrence River for over 200 km, the Chaudière-Appalaches region is a veritable garden facing the Old Capital City. Its ideal geographic location has served it very well and this is reflected through the many faces of its landscapes and cultural heritage. The Chaudière-Appalaches region gets it name from the Chaudière River that meanders throughout the Beauce region before flowing into the St. Lawrence at Lévis. To the south of the region, near the Maine state line, are the summits of the Appalachians thatpunctuate the Amiante, Etchemins, Bellechasse, Montmagny and Islet (Côte-du-Sud) regions. A three-hundred-year history!
In the 17th century, during the French colonization, people settled for the most part along the St. Lawrence. 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 regions 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 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. Come discover the famous ancestors who shaped our wonderful region!
An unparalleled history!
The Chaudière-Appalaches region is also nature at its best, with the St. Lawrence flowing alongside fertile valleys, making it a true paradise for cycling, mountain hiking and bird-watching enthusiasts. The rounded peaks of the Appalachian Mountains are home to sugar bushes, the pride and joy of the region, which come alive in the spring for the traditional “sugaring off” parties. These maple stands also provide an incomparable display of spectacular fall colours.
In winter, the region offers magnificent landscapes and wide-open spaces. Snowmobiling, quad riding, alpine and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing and expeditions by dogsled or “snowcar” provide the perfect opportunity to experience the legendary Québec winter and appreciate all its wonders. Chaudière-Appalaches is also an ideal place for enjoying the many relaxing activities that summer has to offer. Go for a leisurely walk in the forest, take a canoe or kayak trip on the rivers and lakes of the Parc national de Frontenac, Parc régional des Appalaches, Parc des trois monts de Coleraine, Parc régional du Massif du Sud and, last but not least, along the shores of the St. Lawrence and in the Isle-aux-Grues archipelago.
Our great outdoors is also the stage for the annual passage of the greater snow geese. In the spring and fall, these magnificent birds take advantage of the Côte-du-Sud’s hospitality before continuing their long migration towards Baffin Island or South Carolina.
We hope you have an exciting tour and a most enjoyable stay in the Chaudière-Appalaches region.
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Last update: Friday, September 5, 2008
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