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First drivable road connecting Montréal and Québec City in the 18th century, over the years Le has become a visiting experience to discover. Considered the inland cousin of the majestic St. Lawrence River, its panoramic views are breathtaking. Passing through cities and countryside, follow Le Chemin du Roy for a trip In the early 18th century, the road network only occupied full of surprises and memorable stops along the way! a small part of the vast territory of . While there were many country roads and small roads scatteredWelcome here and to there, the there Lanaudière was still no road Region! that connected Québec City and Montréal. Get closer to the beauty of Lanaudière and experience momentsIn 1706, the of Superior pure pleasure Council decided by visiting to build welcoming a road that people. wouldLocated run along close the seaway, to Montréal, where most Lanaudière of the population is a wild lived.natural With hissetting “King’s that chores”, combines Chief Surveyor culture Jean-Eustache and wide-open Lanouillerspaces. de Boisclerc Natural, began authentic the work in and 1731. welcoming At the end of constructionare three in 1737, words Le Chemin that describe du Roy was one 7.4 metresof the wide most Tourist Information and stretchedbeautiful 280 kilometres regions through in Québec. 37 fiefs. On Le Chemin du Roy You LwillE C beHEMIN fascinated DU ROY by the B EhistoryCAME and culture TIO of Repentigny TWO of Batiscan of TtheHE region! LONG ESLocalT ROAD specialties NOR areTH plentiful, 396, rue Notre-Dame, Repentigny 1000, rue Principale includingOF T bison,HE ST. duck, LAW strawberryRENCE RI liqueurVER. and other 450 657-9914 Batiscan unique regional products. Meet farmers and producers 819 362-0002 Le Chemin du Roy served couriers and travelers who used it TIO of Chapelle des Cuthbert for a centuryfrom ourand aland half inby carriages, exploring stagecoaches, gourmet toursmail 461, rue de Bienville, TIO of Chenaux coacheswith and sleighsGoûtez during Lanaudière! winter. There A great were up way to 450 836-7336 8, rue Marcotte to discover all the characteristics, Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade 29 relays. Most of the busiest were because of their location: TIO of MRC de Maskinongé 418 325-1750 Berthier, whereflavours lunch wasand alwaysaromas served, of Lanaudière. Trois-Rivières, Halte routière, Autoroute 40 est, Maskinongé for a night stop and Deschambault. The trip took two days 1 877 227-2413 Centre Infotouriste® www.tourismemaskinonge.qc.ca de Québec with galloping horses! 12, rue Sainte-Anne Today, Route 138 mostlylanaudiere.ca follows the old route from Québec TIO of Trois-Rivières Québec 1457, rue Notre-Dame Centre, Trois-Rivières 418 641-6290 City to Repentigny passing through Trois-Rivières. Le Chemin 1 800 313-1123 1 877 783-1608 du Roy is the land cousin to the St. Lawrence River. By www.tourismetroisrivieres.com/en www.quebecregion.com/en following it, you will embark on the great path of the history of Québec, its scenery and fascinating heritage. It is a road Most sites, attractions and activities are available all year long, but all are open that keeps the spirit of New France alive in the 21st century, from June 24 to Labour Day. After this period, we suggest you contact the places you want to visit. the first drivable road connecting Québec City and Montréal. Legend: TIO: Tourist Information Office TWO: Tourist Welcome Office Photos: Michel Julien, Buzz productions and Yvon Boulay

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B F 32 Ferry Royale Champs-de-Bataille 5 Halte routière Pointe-du-Lac 34 Saint-Laurent 33 33 De Belvédère Jacques Lavallée Trois-Rivières s C Hart a Terrasse 9 Tourist Information 6 se Turcotte 5 33 34 Des Forges rn 24 23 760, rue Frontenac, Berthierville e 32 s 14 15 (permanent) 6 Parc Antoine-Gauthier 32 Parc du chenal du Nord Trois-Rivières 14 367 7 St-Georges 21 22 56 57 58 Tourist Information Berthierville PARC PORTUAIRE 365 (seasonal) 7 Parc de l’île Saint-Quentin 14 Pont-Rouge Passerelle de la Pointe-à-Caron Trois-Rivières Du Fleuve 52 53 8 14 16 40 Avenue du Lac Saint-Pierre Est, 358 Tourist Halte routière La pointe au vent Fleuve Saint-Laurent 261 26 Information Stop 8 Notre-Dame Centre Portneuf Parc portuaire Trois-Rivières 8 9 10 13 23 55 27 14 19 138 QUÉBEC 9 Trois-Rivières 257 Heritage Tours Halte routière Antoine-Desrosiers 59 7 km 25 60 61 Saint-Augustin- 9 13 14 20 49 50 51 Deschambault 10 km Parc du quai Champlain 269 40 285 de-Desmaures 254 281 73 Tourist Attraction with Visit 10 Champlain 274 300 LÉVIS Parc de la rivière 15 16 17 10 Sainte-Anne- 236 250 5 Cap-Santé 62 63 Parc du quai Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade 10 12 54 Enlargement 31 32 33 de-la-Pérade 138 15 km 13 km 11 Batiscan 19 46 47 48 14 km 11 km Donnacona 5 132 Halte routière de la Barre-à-Boulard Neuville 21 km 29 Place D’Youville 11 34 35 36 41 Laure Grondines 20 Halte-vélo Deschambault-Grondines e Saint- nt Parking 12 Deschambault-Grondines leuv Parc des berges 0037 38 39 42 43 229 F 13 11 12 349 11 km Parc du Cap-Lauzon Donnacona 12 12 13 Deschambault-Grondines 12 18 73 Parc de la Plage-Jacques-Cartier 10 11 30 31 13 220 Batiscan 10 14 17 18 15 Parc du quai en eau profonde Québec / Bor. Sainte-Foy 25 26 27 40 40 Av. Holland 14 Portneuf –Sillery–Cap-Rouge 11 45 28 66 67 Champlain 205 Parc nautique vauquelin Saint-Léon-le-Grand 138 64 65 15 Neuville 10 23 44 11 km 11 Ch. Sainte-Foy Grande Allée 3 55 31 Parc nautique de Cap-Rouge 8 km 7 4 5 4 138 27 km 22 16 22 186 Québec / Bor. Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge 6 9 Louiseville Yamachiche Boul. René-LévesqueAv. Maguire BOR. SAINTE-FOY Cimetière 5 Belvédère 5 St-Patrick QUÉBEC 17 10 km 10 9 de l’église Saint-Michel 174 187 TROIS-RIVIÈRES –SILLERY– Saint-Barthélemy 12 km 7 km Québec / Bor. Sainte-Foy 8 180 30 CAP-ROUGE Boul. Laurier Cimetière 52 Aliksir inc. Huiles essentielles 6 181 Mount –Sillery–Cap-Rouge Maskinongé 14 km 22 Aut. Robert-Bourassa CôteHermon de 29 Magasin général Le Brun Sillery 53 Pop Café - épicerie resto 166 24 18 km Saint-Cuthbert 138 28 23 21 11 km Le 100 St-Laurent 175 54 Centre d’interprétation 160 8 De Bienville 40 176 24 Domaine du Lac St-Pierre 17 du Chemin du Roy 6 7 155 8 30 21 VIEUX 30 lon t 151 25 Moulin seigneurial de Pointe-du-Lac u F ou n Hôtel au Vieux Bardeau d e 55 BERTHIER 16 . r Lac Saint-Pierre h u 6 16 18 19 26 Boulangerie Guay C a 56 Bistro La Ferme 7 6 13 km Réserve mondiale de la biosphère (UNESCO) Ch. Saint-Louis 67 -L 6 7 66 ain t 27 Auberge du Lac St-Pierre pl in 57 La crémerie Générale Berthierville m Sa 144 Côte à ha 28 C ve par Julie Vachon Chocolats 141 Gîte Soleil Levant Gignac l. u u e 158 o Fl Crémazie Îles de Berthier B 58 Vieux Presbytère de Deschambault Notre-Dame 158 29 Hôtel-Motel Coconut 158 7 17 20 30 Hôtel L’Urbania Promenade Samuel-De Champlain 59 La Maison Deschambault Gilles-Villeneuve 15 6 LANAUDIÈRE 31 Trois-Rivières Visiting Tours 60 Gîte Panorama du fleuve B&B 5 6 1 Île-des-Moulins 1 Église Notre-Dame-des-Champs 32 61 Parc Familial des Berges - Ville de Montcalm Sorel-Tracy Bistro-Brasserie Les Soeurs Grises 10 Église Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue 16 km 2 Parcours historiques 2 Église Saint-Sulpice Donnacona 31 138 33 Café Morgane 11 Église Saint-Léon-le-Grand 6 130 piétionniers à Repentigny 3 Chapelle conventuelle 62 Domaine des 3 Moulins, vignoble St-Viateur 2 34 Galerie d’art du Parc / 12 Îles de 14 3 Centre d’art Diane-Dufresne Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation 63 Microbrasserie L’Esprit de Clocher Berthier 3 4 Manoir de Tonnancour de Pointe-du-Lac 4 Église de la Purification- 64 Parc nautique de Cap-Rouge

Notre-Dame Lanoraie 4 Église Saint-Antoine 35 Hôtel Gouverneur Trois-Rivières Montcalm 6 9 10 de-la-Bienheureuse-Vierge-Marie 13 Musée Pierre-Boucher Fleuve Saint-Laurent 122 65 La Maison Léon-Provancher 13 5 5 Église Saint-Joseph 36 Manoir Boucher de Niverville 14 Cathédrale de l’Assomption de Trois-Rivières 14 km 5 Café Morgane Brien 66 Maison Hamel-Bruneau 6 Église Sainte-Geneviève 37 Musée québécois de culture populaire 15 Église anglicane Saint-James 40 t 6 Moulin Grenier 12 n 11 67 Maison des Jésuites de Sillery re 7 Église La Visitation 38 Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières 2 u 16 Musée des Ursulines de Trois-Rivières 8 5 a 7 Au Doc Motel 21 14 Les Haltes du Saint-Laurent 4 Lavaltrie L 39 Boréalis, Centre d’histoire Église Saint-Charles-des-Grondines t- 8 Église Saint-Cuthbert 17 Musée Père Frédéric Janssoone in 8 Le Vieux Palais de Justice de L’Assomption de l’industrie papetière 22 Moulin à vent de Grondines 15 Cap Lauzon Sa 9 Église Saint-Barthélemy L’Assomption Saint- e 18 Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation uv 9 Rôtisserie La Victorienne 40 Parc de l’Île Saint-Quentin 23 Moulin de La Chevrotière 16 Vieux chemin Sulpice Fle de Champlain 6 7 108 10 km 10 Café culturel de la Chasse-Galerie 1 Société d’histoire de la région in Cap-Santé 8 km 41 Maison Rocheleau dite 19 Église Batiscan 24 Église Saint-Joseph de Deschambault 11 Les églises de la MRC de D’Autray de Terrebonne “Manoir des Jésuites” 17 English district L’Île 20 25 Place de l’église de Cap-Santé Ronde 2 Discover the history of Mascouche Église Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade in Donnacona 1 2 3 4 5 12 Maison Rosalie-Cadron 42 Our Lady of the Cape Shrine 26 Maison Déry 16 km 4 free virtual guide 7 Row of red houses 18 Des Écureuils Town Centre 13 Vignoble Lano D’or 43 Auberge Motel Le St-Georges in Yamachiche 27 Église de Neuville in Donnacona Mascouche 3 City of Repentigny 2 14 Vignoble Aux Pieds des Noyers 44 Atelier-Galerie Zabel 28 Parc Cartier-Roberval 100 1 Historical walking Tour 8 Trois-Rivières Heritage Tour 19 Les Maisons ancestrales Terrebonne 96 15 Association Forestière de Lanaudière 45 Vieux Presbytère de Batiscan REPENTIGNY 4 L’Assomption 9 Trois-Rivières 29 Pont de Québec et Pont Pierre-Laporte de Neuville 1 1 16 La Chapelle des Cuthbert Heritage Tour 46 Oce des Signaux de Batiscan Religious Heritage Tour 30 Domaine Cataraqui 20 Historic district of 3 3 LAVAL 17 Sentiers pédestres des Îles de Berthier 5 Saint-Sulpice Heritage Tour 47 Le Maraîcher de Batiscan 10 Sacré Circuit 31 Parc du Bois-de-Coulonge Vieux Cap-Rouge 34 km 18 Musée Gilles-Villeneuve 6 Municipalités de la MRC de D’Autray 48 Marina Village Batiscan 11 Champlain Heritage Tour 32 Musée national des beaux-arts 21 Sillery Heritage site 5 19 Days Inn Berthierville Heritage Tour 49 Gîte et café de la Tour du Québec 22 Villa Bagatelle MONTRÉAL 1 2 12 Batiscan Heritage Tour 20 Circuit cyclable des Îles de Berthier 50 Fromagerie FX Pichet 33 Maison Henry-Stuart 23 Old Québec 138 13 Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade 21 Ferme Saint-Vincent 51 Domaine Seigneurial Sainte-Anne Heritage Tour 34 Hôtel du Parlement

25 PONT-TUNNEL LOUIS-HIPPOLYTE- LA FONTAINE Photo : Michel Julien

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First drivable road connecting Montréal and Québec City in the 18th century, over the years Le Chemin du Roy has become a visiting experience to discover. Considered the inland cousin of the majestic St. Lawrence River, its panoramic views are breathtaking. Passing through cities and countryside, follow Le Chemin du Roy for a trip full of surprises and memorable stops along the way! Welcome to the Lanaudière Region! Get closer to the beauty of Lanaudière and experience moments of pure pleasure by visiting welcoming people. Located close to Montréal, Lanaudière is a wild natural setting that combines culture and wide-open spaces. Natural, authentic and welcoming are three words that describe one of the most Tourist Information beautiful regions in Québec. On Le Chemin du Roy You will be fascinated by the history and culture TIO of Repentigny TWO of Batiscan of the region! Local specialties are plentiful, 396, rue Notre-Dame, Repentigny 1000, rue Principale including bison, duck, strawberry liqueur and other 450 657-9914 Batiscan unique regional products. Meet farmers and producers 819 362-0002 TIO of Chapelle des Cuthbert from our land by exploring gourmet tours 461, rue de Bienville, Berthierville TIO of Chenaux with Goûtez Lanaudière! A great way 450 836-7336 8, rue Marcotte to discover all the characteristics, Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade TIO of MRC de Maskinongé 418 325-1750 flavours and aromas of Lanaudière. Halte routière, Autoroute 40 est, Maskinongé 1 877 227-2413 Centre Infotouriste® www.tourismemaskinonge.qc.ca de Québec 12, rue Sainte-Anne lanaudiere.ca TIO of Trois-Rivières Québec 1457, rue Notre-Dame Centre, Trois-Rivières 418 641-6290 1 800 313-1123 1 877 783-1608 www.tourismetroisrivieres.com/en www.quebecregion.com/en

Most sites, attractions and activities are available all year long, but all are open from June 24 to Labour Day. After this period, we suggest you contact the places you want to visit. Legend: TIO: Tourist Information Office TWO: Tourist Welcome Office LANAUDIÈRE

21 FERME SAINT-VINCENT (FARM) The Saint-Vincent Farm is a family-owned certified organic farm that raises beef and many types of fowl: turkey, wild turkey, guinea fowl, quail, geese, duck and rabbit. Our full range of meats and deli meats is available at our kiosk and our two butcher shops. You can also

Photo : Jimmy Vigneux Jimmy Photo : order online and book a tour of our farm (by appointment only). 1 171, rang nord de la rivière Chicot, Saint-Cuthbert 450 836-2590 14 Vignoble Aux Pieds www.saint-vincentbio.com des Noyers (WINERY) A moment of pleasure… an experience for all the senses! Our site offers a breathtaking view of the St. Lawrence River in a beautiful country setting. 9 Rôtisserie Aux Pieds des Noyers was one of the La Victorienne very first wineries to put down roots (RESTAURANT) in the Lanaudière area. It has taken Heritage house that offers a warm and a lead in the region by producing, distinctive ambiance. Specialties include since 1997, noble grape varieties. roast barbecued chicken, ribs, steaks, Today, with approximately 15 noble chicken skewers, grilled breast of chicken, and hybrid grape varieties, the winery shrimp phyllo bundles and calamari, pasta offers a wide range of wine products, and much more. Menu lunch from Monday giving it a unique edge. This wine to Friday and full service menu at all times business also has a restaurant certified every day. Two rooms on the second floor by Terroir et Saveurs du Québec. can accommodate 10 to 40 people and 71, Grande Côte Est (route 138) provide the privacy your need for any special Lanoraie occasion. The patio has a view of the seaway 450 887-1050 and can accommodate up to 145 people. www.vignobleauxpiedsdesnoyers.com 1231, rue Notre-Dame, Lavaltrie 450 586-1337 www.lavictorienne.ca

5 CAFÉ MORGANE BRIEN Our friendly baristas welcome you 13 Vignoble Lano D’Or (WINERY) with finely prepared Italian coffees Located in a charming setting on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, as well as a variety of ice cream the winery boasts a magnificent patio where you can relax and enjoy specialties, with or without coffee. a glass of one of our wines. Wine available for purchase on site. Take a break at one of our Café Morgane locations to enjoy toast 1000, Grande Côte Ouest, Lanoraie or bagels, or choose from 514 821-3041 our selection of homemade www.vignoblelanodor.com sandwiches, salads and soup. A warm and friendly atmosphere awaits you. Visit our shop to discover our exclusive coffee blends and other Morgane gift ideas. Internet café, Wi-Fi available. 467, rue Notre-Dame, suite 103 Repentigny 450 654-7267 www.cafemorgane.com

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18 Musée Gilles-Villeneuve (MUSEUM) Museum dedicated to the legendary F1 driver Gilles Villeneuve. Discover what inspired this outstanding driver and relive his courageous exploits and career path from Berthierville to Maranello, in Italy. Onsite you’ll find race cars, an F1 simulator, videos, Grand Prix mementos, a shop and more. Photo : Municipalité de Lanoraie de Municipalité Photo : 960, avenue Gilles-Villeneuve, Berthierville 450 836-2714 | 1 800 639-0103 www.museegillesvilleneuve.com 12 MAISON ROSALIE-CADRON (HERITAGE HOUSE) 1 The house where Rosalie Île-des-Moulins Cadron-Jetté (1794-1864) was (HISTORICAL VISIT) born, raised eleven children Accompanied by our guides, and founded the Sisters of Mercy. come discover this important Turn the clock back to 1820 and 19th century preindustrial site relive the days of Rosalie through comprising five preserved a guided costumed tour, a buildings. Guided tours, permanent exhibit telling her life theatrical performances, story, antique furniture and entertainment, pontoon-boat period pieces, a traditional rides and historical circuits garden and a clay bread oven! in Vieux-Terrebonne are Revolving historical and artisanal also available, in addition exhibits, lectures, family activities to several exhibitions and other special events and events. presented throughout the season. Regional products At the corner of boul. des and picnic area. Braves and rue Saint-Pierre Vieux-Terrebonne 1997, rue Notre-Dame, Lavaltrie 450 471-0619 450 586-2727 www.iledesmoulins.com www.maisonrosaliecadron.org Photo : Jimmy Vigneux Jimmy Photo :

10 Café culturel de la Chasse-galerie 16 LA CHAPELLE DES CUTHBERT (CONCERT AND ART VENUE) (HISTORICAL CHURCH) 2016 marks La Chasse-galerie’s 10th anniversary! This small, one-of-a-kind Built in 1786 by James Cuthbert, this chapel is the oldest Protestant entertainment venue features some of the greatest artists. In summer, Church in Québec. It was classified as a historical monument in 1958 stop in for happy hour (4 PM to 7 PM) on our magnificent terrace. and completely restored from 1977 to 1978. Interactive visits all summer 1255, rue Notre-Dame, Lavaltrie long with guided tours and exhibits. Tourist Information Centre and picnic 450 586-9569 www.chasse-galerie.ca area on site. Open: From June 1 to Labour Day, every day from 10 AM to 6 PM Visits last a minimum of 15 minutes. Free admission. 461, rue de Bienville, Berthierville 450 836-7336 www.lachapelledescuthbert.com Photo : Jimmy Vigneux Jimmy Photo :

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3 CENTRE D’ART DIANE-DUFRESNE (ART CENTRE) This venue for visual arts and crafts presents up-and-coming and professional artists, as well as local, provincial, national and international artists. Its presentations include contemporary art, with an emphasis on art for the general public featuring themed exhibitions that focus on popular culture. Situated at the heart of the arts centre, the shop offers original works of art and reproductions. Schedule: Year-round, Wednesday to Sunday. 11, allée de la Création, Repentigny 450 470-3010 11 Les églises de la www.ville.repentigny.qc.ca/cadd 4 MRC de D’AUTRAY 4 Explore church squares and bell towers! 5 The county of Autray invites you 8 LE VIEUX PALAIS DE 6 to visit its churches along the JUSTICE DE L’ASSOMPTION 7 Chemin du Roy. Discover (HISTORICAL SITE) architectural gems, major works 8 of art and fascinating anecdotes. Built in 1811 and classified as a historic monument by the Government of Québec 9 Tour guides await you at the churches in Lavaltrie, Lanoraie, in 1973, the old Palais de Justice de Berthierville, La Visitation-de- L’Assomption became a cultural centre, l’Île-Dupas, Saint-Barthélemy, where you’ll find a former court of justice, Saint-Cuthbert and at the an Inn, a reception and performance Chapelle des Cuthbert to share room with patio bar. Many activities take a multitude of stories about place, including conferences, exhibitions, these heritage treasures. weddings, dinner trials, shows, Schedule: June 24 to theatre, filming and guided tours September 4, Wednesday with demonstration of the traditional to Sunday, 11 AM to 5 PM. arrowhead sash. www.mrcautray.qc.ca 255, rue Saint-Étienne, L’Assomption 450 589-3266 | 1 866 559-3266 www.oasisvieuxpalais.com

6 MOULIN GRENIER (WINDMILL) 4 ÉGLISE DE LA The Grenier mill was built in 1820 PURIFICATION-DE- by François Grenier and classified LA-BIENHEUREUSE- as an historical monument in 1975.

Photo : Marc-Olivier Bécotte The excellent state of the original VIERGE-MARIE mechanism is one of the main points (CHURCH) of interest. iPad terminals, archive photos Located in a parish founded in 1684 and and other interactive tools are at built from 1723, this church is the oldest your disposal to learn more about in the diocese of Montréal. Inside are the workings and history of windmills, works and furniture reflecting Québec particularly those in Repentigny. Free religious art from all eras. In summer, admission. Schedule: Wednesday to free guided tours are offered and Sunday, from 1 PM to 5 PM, June 24 adapted to all sorts of clientele. Free to the last weekend in August, as well admission. Schedule: Wednesday to as Labour Day, Les Journées de la culture Sunday, from 1 PM to 5 PM, June 24 to and Thanksgiving weekends. the last weekend in August, as well as Groups accepted upon reservation. Labour Day, Les Journées de la culture 912, rue Notre-Dame, Repentigny and Thanksgiving weekends. 450 470-3001, poste 3424 Groups accepted upon reservation. www.ville.repentigny.qc.ca 445, rue Notre-Dame, Repentigny 450 470-3001, poste 3424 www.ville.repentigny.qc.ca 8 9 LANAUDIÈRE Photo : Audrey Vivier

2 PARCOURS HISTORIQUES PIÉTONNIERS À 20 CIRCUIT CYCLABLE REPENTIGNY (HISTORICAL WALKING ) DES ÎLES DE BERTHIER Along the shores of the St. Lawrence River, at Parc l’Île-Lebel, (BICYCLE PATH) in the heart of downtown Repentigny and on along the Located in the MRC de d’Autray, the Chemin du Roy, come discover three heritage, architectural Berthier Islands is a collection of and archeological circuits. Explanatory banners mark the way 103 islands which make up one of the and brochures are also available. most exceptional and unique landscapes 396, rue Notre-Dame, Repentigny in Québec! They also boast the largest 450 470-3001, poste 3424 heron colony in North America and are www.ville.repentigny.qc.ca the most important waterfowl migratory stopover on the St. Lawrence. You’ll have a great time discovering the many wonders of this enchanting spot using the hiking , the Berthier Islands bike path network and the ferryboat. The bike ride is almost 80 km long and the path winds through local towns and countryside, so you can admire the majestic scenery of the Saint-Pierre Lake Archipelago. Les Îles de Berthier, Berthierville 450 836-7336 (Chapelle des Cuthbert) 450 836-4852 (Mun. de Saint-Cuthbert) Photo : Jimmy Vigneux Jimmy Photo :

15 Association 17 Sentiers pédestres des îles de Berthier forestière de (HIKING TRAILS) Lanaudière The Commune and Mitan islands are located right at the entrance (FORESTRY CENTRE) of the Biosphere Reserve in Lac Saint-Pierre and are overseen Get set to explore nature! Guided by the Société de conservation, d’interprétation et de recherche hikes from 5 PM to 7 PM seeking de Berthier et ses îles (SCIRBI). Hikers will enjoy discovering a territory edible wild mushrooms and plants in in which 250 bird species reign amid a 300-year-old community the forest. Guided hikes in the forest. pasture, bogs and swamps. Tours of the Berthier forest nursery, 100, route 158, Sainte-Geneviève-de-Berthier cradle of the forestry 450 836-4447 www.scirbi.org industry, and the Tourbières-de- Lanoraie ecological reserve. Reservations needed. See our calendar at www.aflanaudiere.org. Follow us on Facebook! Rest area and picnic area in front of our facilities. 1700, Grande Côte, Sainte-Geneviève-de-Berthier 450 836-1851 www.aflanaudiere.org

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19 DAYS INN BERTHIERVILLE 1 SOCIÉTÉ D’HISTOIRE 5 SAINT-SULPICE ★ ★ ★ DE LA REGION HERITAGE TOUR DE TERREBONNE Discover the history of A welcoming hotel if we dare say so! (HISTORICAL Saint-Sulpice through Fall under the spell of Berthierville as SOCIETY) interpretation panels you discover its wonderful attractions 60-minute tours of Old in the town. on foot, on roller blades, by bike, by Terrebonne, animated Hôtel de ville de Saint- motorcycle or by car. Whether you visit and guided by Sulpice: 450 589-4450 l’île-Commune, the Gilles-Villeneuve experienced guides. Museum, the Berthier Islands, Old www.shrt.qc.ca/ MUNICIPALITÉS DE Berthier with its restaurants, its marina societehistoire.html 6 or its performance hall, the days are LA MRC DE D’AUTRAY never long enough. The Days Inn Hotel HERITAGE TOUR offers comfortable rooms at an 2 DISCOVER Berthier Heritage presents eleven affordable rate, excellent service and THE HISTORY tours featuring the history of the much more. Rooms include: a large OF MASCOUCHE municipalities of the MRC of breakfast, high speed Internet, FREE VIRTUAL GUIDE D’Autray. Come discover themes the loan of a bicycle, a gym, parking… Download the free application such as religious heritage, We look forward to your visit!! to access a complete experience traditional rural architecture or the old houses of 760, rue Gadoury, Berthierville that guides you by GPS to each of the 16 places of interest different municipalities. 450 836-1621 | 1 888 367-6853 available on the tour. www.lachapelledescuthbert.com/ www.daysinnberthier.com Full access without Internet when circuits_patrimoniaux.cfm pre-downloaded. www.sodam.qc.ca/patrimoine/ applicationmobile

7 AU DOC MOTEL ★ ★ 3 CITY OF REPENTIGNY Just 10 minutes from Montréal, and 3 minutes off Highway 40, HISTORICAL CHURCHES you’ll find this motel with 24 comfortable rooms. A continental WALKING TOUR 1 Église Notre-Dame- breakfast is served every morning and the motel features Discover three tours that des-Champs (Repentigny) an outdoor pool and free parking. Free Wi-Fi access, a TV, explore history, archaeology a telephone, an air conditioner, a refrigerator and and heritage on the banks 4 Église de la Purification-de-la- a coffee maker are included in every room. of the St. Lawrence River Bienheureuse-Vierge-Marie or on Le Chemin du Roy. (Repentigny) 1 424, rue Notre-Dame, Repentigny www.ville.repentigny.qc.ca/ 2 Église Saint-Sulpice (Sulpice) 450 585-4211 | 1 800 560-0755 Chapelle conventuelle www.audocmotel.com vie-animee/patrimoine/parcours- 3 historiques-pietonniers.html Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes (Lavaltrie) Église Saint-Antoine (Lavaltrie) L’ASSOMPTION 4 4 HERITAGE TOUR 5 Église Saint-Joseph (Lanoraie) By yourself, in a group or 6 Église Sainte-Geneviève accompanied by a historical figure in (Berthierville) costume, you will discover some 7 Église La Visitation 30 historic buildings with (La Visitation-de-l’Île-Dupas) interpretive panels that present 8 Église Saint-Cuthbert their history. (Saint-Cuthbert) Centre régional d’archives 9 Église Saint-Barthélemy de Lanaudière: 450 589-0233 (Saint-Barthélemy)

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7 ROW OF RED 11 CHAMPLAIN BRICK HOUSES HERITAGE TOUR Photo : Buzz Productions IN YAMACHICHE Discover the heritage of (HERITAGE HOUSES) Champlain by visiting several places of Rue Sainte-Anne Yamachiche interest, including a church, convent, A remarkable row of historical wharf and the manor house. red brick houses built mostly Champlain Municipal between 1850 and 1900. Office: 819 295-3979 Classified as a historical site in June 2008. Yamachiche municipal 12 BATISCAN office: 819 296-3795 HERITAGE TOUR This tour offers a visit to 15 of the most beautiful buildings Mauricie is a region in Québec that offers an amazing TROIS-RIVIÈRES in the municipality. HERITAGE TOUR natural setting where you are always welcomed with Batiscan Visitors Office: open arms, and it’s only 90 minutes away from the 8 Trois-Rivières was the second 418 362-3137 major cities. Mauricie is beauty right next door. Vast and oldest francophone city 2 founded in North America abundant with nearly 40,000 km of territory, it has so and has much to tell about 13 SAINTE-ANNE-DE-LA- much to offer, with 17,500 lakes, parks, endless forests, its founder, explorers, PÉRADE HERITAGE TOUR countryside and cities. The region brings to mind buildings and other The Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade historical monuments. heritage tour lets you discover the lumberjacks and log drivers, hunting and fishing, www.tourisme charms of heritage houses in and Québec’s industrialization period. Mauricie is troisrivieres.com/en Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade. also a place for tales, legends and folklore. It embodies Des Chenaux Visitors the spirit of the coureurs des bois trappers TROIS-RIVIÈRES TIO: 418 325-1750 like Radisson, storytellers like Fred Pellerin 9 RELIGIOUS and authors such as Bryan Perro. HERITAGE TOUR CHURCHES The clergy and religious 10 Église Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue Mauricie is a natural beauty right next door, a setting communities have always (Louiseville) contributed to the social, cultural that is welcoming, friendly and unpretentious. Its 11 Église Saint-Léon-le-Grand and educational development (Yamachiche) authenticity and culture are the reason visitors continue of Trois-Rivières. This tour to come to explore and discover one of the most will introduce you to various 12 Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation de Pointe-du-Lac (Trois-Rivières) beautiful regions of Québec. symbolic sites of this historical aspect of Trois-Rivières. 14 Cathédrale de l’Assomption www.tourisme de Trois-Rivières tourismemauricie.com troisrivieres.com/en 15 Église anglicane Saint-James (Trois-Rivières) 18 Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation 10 SACRÉ CIRCUIT de Champlain (RELIGIOUS TOURS) 19 Église Batiscan Sacré circuit offers religious heritage discovery tours in the 20 Église Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade municipalities of Champlain, Batiscan and Sainte-Anne-de- Attractions la-Pérade. 13 Musée Pierre-Boucher www.sacrecircuit.com 16 Musée des Ursulines de Trois-Rivières 17 Musée Père Frédéric Janssoone

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50 fromagerie fx pichet (CHEESE SHOP) Artisanal cheese shop certified organic by Québec Vrai and a fine food grocery store. Try the Baluchon, awarded Canadian Champion 2016 in three categories. Also try the Reserve Pérade and the Champlain, winner in the soft cheese category. The Roy Léo is another delight for your taste buds, not to mention Photo : Buzz Productions the Chef’s special fondue! Tasting available. 400, boulevard de Lanaudière, Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade 418 325-3536 32 Bistro-Brasserie Les Soeurs Grises www.fromageriefxpichet.com (RESTAURANT AND MICROBREWERY) Le Bistro-Brasserie Les Soeurs Grises is an artisanal microbrewery that welcomes you in a stylish urban setting. More than 9 house beers on tap, with a kitchen that specializes in smoked dishes and game meats. Whether it’s beer tastings or meals, you will enjoy 47 Le Maraîcher the relaxed atmosphere of this unique and welcoming bistro de Batiscan and its regional Québec offerings. (FARM FOOD 1433, rue Notre-Dame Centre, Trois-Rivières STAND) 819 370-1209 www.bblsg.com In operation for over 35 years, this specialty stand offers asparagus, greenhouse strawberries, summer and autumn strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and small garden vegetables. U-pick, homemade tarts, bread and pastries. Open May to early September. 171, Principale, Batiscan 418 362-2196

33 Café Morgane Our friendly baristas will welcome 26 Boulangerie Guay Inc. (BAKERY) you with genuine Italian coffee and a variety of frozen drinks, A mainstay since the beginning of the century, Boulangerie Guay with or without coffee. Take a break specializes in baked lard beans and baked duck beans. It also offers Photo : Étienne Boisvert at Café Morgane to enjoy toast, breads, pastries, pies, tarts, breakfast and lunch menus, all served bagels and a selection of sandwiches, in a warm decor or on our magnificent patio. salads and homemade soup, 2 locations to serve you better. all in a warm and friendly atmosphere. 11760, Notre-Dame Ouest, Trois-Rivières Visit the shop to discover our 819 377-1010 exclusive coffee blends and www.boulangerieguay.ca Café Morgane souvenirs. “I savour every minute.” Internet café and Wi-Fi available. 4520, boul. des Récollets 275, rue Saint-Georges 100, rue des Forges 418, rue des Forges Trois-Rivières 819 694-1118 www.cafemorgane.com

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31 TROIS-RIVIÈRES VISITING TOURS Take a fun tour in the lively streets of Trois-Rivières to discover its rich history. Hop on the sightseeing bus tour that operates during the summer and get on and off whenever you want. Get the Museums Card at all times and book your personalized welcome by a citizen member of the Global Greeter Network. Trois-Rivières offers high intensity per square foot! 1457, rue Notre-Dame Centre, Trois-Rivières 819 375-1122 | 1 800 313-1123 22 Magasin général Le Brun tourismetroisrivieres.com (HISTORICAL SHOP) Historical site with an authentic general store that was typical of the 19th and 20th centuries, includes a museum, shop (vintage candy), a showroom and a cozy café, patio and garden (with liquor licence). 34 Galerie d’art Open year round. Full schedule at www.magasingenerallebrun.com. du Parc / Manoir 192, route Pied-de-la-Côte, Maskinongé de Tonnancour 819 227-2650 (ART GALLERY) www.magasingenerallebrun.com You will fall in love with this Photo : Christiane Simoneau Christiane Photo : magical gallery, where contemporary art and heritage court each other every day! Come be amazed by the exhibitions and events that allow you to discover the wealth of different regional and international artistic universes. 864, rue des Ursulines Trois-Rivières 819 374-2355 www.galeriedartduparc.qc.ca

39 Boréalis History Centre 51 Domaine seigneurial Sainte-Anne of the Paper (HERITAGE HOUSE) Industry Meet three famous historical figures that marked the history (HISTORY MUSEUM) of the area, the heroic Madeleine de Verchères, the bourgeois A major tourist attraction Elizabeth Hale and the Honourable Premier Honoré Mercier. in Mauricie, Boréalis offers Their anecdotes are sure to delight visitors. a fascinating discovery 910, rue Sainte-Anne, Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade experience! A former 418 325-3522 www.domaine-steanne.com industrial site converted into a museum, it presents the world of forestry, log driving, lumberjacks and historical workers’ neighbourhoods. 200, avenue des Draveurs Trois-Rivières 819 372-4633 www.borealis3r.ca Photo : Michel Julien

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41 Maison Rochelau dite “Manoir des Jésuites” (HERITAGE HOUSE) Photo : Éric Massicotte Located just steps from the Our Lady of the Cape Shrine, Maison Rochelau is a valuable legacy of local history. Built in 1742 and recently restored, it holds the memory of a pioneer family from Cap-de-la-Madeleine 25 Moulin seigneurial de Pointe-du-Lac and the various owners that (HERITAGE MILL) followed throughout the years. Built around 1765, the Moulin seigneurial is a historical site that includes 555, rue Notre-Dame Est a flourmill and a sawmill that dates back to 1940. Come and learn Trois-Rivières about both of these traditional crafts: are you a miller or saw miller? 819 372-4623 www.maisonrocheleau.ca 11 930, Notre-Dame Ouest, Trois-Rivières 819 377-1396 www.moulin-pointedulac.com

37 Musée québécois de culture populaire (MUSEUM) An accessible museum that explores popular culture in Québec. Exhibitions not to be missed include BDQ: Comic Book Art in Québec, Flesh and Muscle: The Phenomenon of Québec Strongmen, Toys Throughout History 42 Our Lady of the Cape Shrine (CHURCH) and Rodolphe Duguay: Between seaway and forest. Between shrine and basilica. Contemporary Looks. Inside or outside, the shrine awaits you. For us, architecture, 200, rue Laviolette culture and spirituality come together in the present. Trois-Rivières This summer, discover an oasis of peace and beauty. 819 372-0406 Trois-Rivières www.culturepop.qc.ca 819 374-2441 www.ourladyofthecapeshrine.com

38 Vieille prison de Trois-Rivières 36 Manoir (MUSEUM) Boucher The Old Prison of Trois-Rivières (1822-1986) is located next to de Niverville the Musée québécois de culture populaire. A historical monument, (HERITAGE HOUSE) it offers an unforgettable guided tour of prison life based Photo : Julie Gosselin on testimony by former inmates. Visits to the cells and dungeons The oldest building in are sure to surprise you. Trois-Rivières, the Manoir Boucher de Niverville 200, rue Laviolette, Trois-Rivières is a charming example 819 372-0406 www.culturepop.qc.ca of French-inspired architecture, with lumber that is among the oldest in Québec and an exhibition that explores the underbelly of social life in New France. 168, rue Bonaventure Trois-Rivières 819 372-4531 www.manoirdeniverville.ca

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combined history. Pay Daoust Stéphane Photo : a visit to Father Fréchette and his housekeeper Adéline to find out all about the daily life of a country priest in the mid-19th century with the exhibition “What a priest!”. 340, rue Principale Batiscan 418 362-2051 www.presbytere- batiscan.com 24 domaine du lac St-pierre (NATURE PARK) 44 ATELIER-GALERIE ZABEL (ARTIST GALLERY) The Domaine occupies a huge area devoted to nature Let yourself be enchanted by the romantic world of artist-painter Zabel. and adventure enthusiasts. Her 100% palette knife paintings and her characters will pull you in The numerous plant varieties to a unique atmosphere. Works filled with magic, textures and emotion. and animal species, Visit the online store. Flexible opening hours and by appointment. and unique landscapes 336, Notre-Dame, Champlain and panoramic views of the 819 295-1031 St. Lawrence River are sure www.zabel.ca to please everyone looking for new experiences and discoveries. 75, rang du lac St-Pierre Est Louiseville 819 228-8819 www.domainedulacstpierre.com

40 Parc de l’île Saint-Quentin (PARK) 46 Office Parc de l’île Saint-Quentin is an attractive and unique natural park des signaux in an urban setting that provides a relaxing green space, offering de Batiscan recreation and education activities that highlight (MUSEUM) the natural, maritime and historical potential of our site. 10, Place de la Rosalie, Trois-Rivières Explore the last testament 819 373-8151 | 1 866 370-8151 to a forgotten maritime past. www.ilesaintquentin.com Become a guardian of the seaway and undertake the challenges of maritime communications during the era of flags, optical signs and telegraphy. Also, the Hang’art Shop presents works by local artists and craftspeople. 1000, rue Principale Batiscan 418 362-0002 www.batiscan.ca

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23 Le 100 St-Laurent ✹ ✹ ✹ ✹ An urban B&B in a heritage building, decorated in a luxurious style in the heart of buckwheat country. Organic dining and

Photo : Étienne Boisvert licensed, with outdoor patios, next door to the Chez Flora health food grocery. 100, avenue Saint-Laurent, Louiseville, Québec J5V 1J7 28 Gîte Soleil 819 721-3414 Levant ✹ ✹ ✹ ✹ www.le100st-laurent.com Just 10 minutes from downtown Trois-Rivières and the city’s many activities, 43 this charming home awaits Auberge Motel you with its heated indoor Le St-Georges ★ ★ pool, available in season. Whether by motorcycle, car or Rest areas are great spots to even bicycle on Le Chemin du Roy, relax on the vast landscaped a well-deserved stop at Auberge grounds. A delicious and Motel Le St-Georges is essential. hearty breakfast is served A quiet location near all services, when you want it. Host renovated rooms with tiled floors Martine is happy to share and bathroom, fully equipped her little paradise with you. kitchenette, flat-screen TV, air 300, carré Léo-Arbour conditioning, Wi-Fi and free Trois-Rivières parking, also long-term rentals, 819 377-1571 10 minutes from downtown. 1 877 876-5345 130, rue Francois-Duclos www.gitesoleillevant.com Trois-Rivières 819 372-1480 poste 0 819 909-1212 www.aubergemotellest-georges.com

48 Marina village Batiscan 30 Hôtel L’Urbania ★ ★ ★ Recognized as one of the most Located directly on Le Chemin du Roy and 5 minutes from exciting peaceful resorts, Marina downtown Trois-Rivières. Hôtel l’Urbania is a great place to stay Village Batiscan will delight in all seasons. With 24 rooms that are completely renovated you with its natural setting and in a modern decor, lounge-bar and outdoor pool. Not to mention picturesque charm. A marina, the hot breakfast offered with every room! fishing, restaurant and camping accommodation 3600, boul Gene-H.Kruger, Trois-Rivières are available on the site. 819 379-3232 The Marina Village Batiscan www.lurbaniahotel.com is located at the mouth of the St. Lawrence River on the banks of Batiscan River and at the foot of the iron bridge that sings. 1500, rue Principale/Route 138 Batiscan Marina : 418 362-2722 Resto : 418 362-0314 www.marinavillagebatiscan.com

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35 Hôtel 27 Auberge du Lac St-Pierre ★ ★ ★ ★ Gouverneur Just minutes from downtown Trois-Rivières, this Inn has 30 rooms Trois-Rivières with stunning views of Lac St-Pierre. Renowned dining that showcases ★ ★ ★ local products. Stop in and enjoy the magnificent waterfront patio. The entire Inn staff will welcome you in a friendly family atmosphere. Perfectly located between Montréal and Québec City 10911, Notre-Dame Ouest, Trois-Rivières in the centre of the historic 819 377-5971 | 1 888 377-5971 district, Hôtel Gouverneur www.aubergelacst-pierre.com Trois-Rivières has 128 renovated rooms that combine comfort and quality. Reserve our renovated and equipped banquet rooms and dine at our French-inspired market cuisine restaurant Le Rouge Vin. 975, rue Hart Trois-Rivières 819 379-4550 1 888 910-1111 www.gouverneur.com/ en/hotel/trois-rivieres

29 Hôtel-Motel Coconut ★ ★ ★ 49 Gîte et Café Directly on Le Chemin du Roy, Le Coconut is a family business that de la Tour has been operating for more than 50 years. We have 38 comfortable ✹ ✹ ✹ and renovated rooms. Come see our magnificent Polynesian Tiki bar, Victorian style house. with an island atmosphere that is unique in Québec. Ask about the B&B: 4 thematic different packages available. Looking forward to seeing you soon! bedrooms with breakfast 7531, Notre-Dame Ouest, Trois-Rivières included. Café: at any 819 377-3221 | 1 800 838-3221 hour of the day: soup, www.coconuthotelmotel.com paninis and desserts, all homemade. A large pergola patio in the back and a patio in the front. Welcome to bicyclists and motorcyclists. Plenty of parking. 300, rue Ste-Anne Ste-Anne-de-la-Pérade Photo : Buzz Productions 418 325-1746 www.giteetcafe.com

26 27 14 LES HALTES DU 20 HISTORIC DISTRICT SAINT-LAURENT OF VIEUX CAP-ROUGE (LOOKOUT) This sector, watched over Magnificent sites along the by the trestle, a railway bridge that seaway with beautiful views. is 1,000 metres long and 55 metres Docks include Deschambault- high, includes several heritage Grondines, Portneuf, Cap-Santé, buildings of interest, including the Donnacona and Neuville. Église de Cap-Rouge (1859) (church). www.tourisme. portneuf.com/en/ SILLERY HERITAGE SITE 21 Exceptional heritage site includes la 15 CAP LAUZON maison des Jésuites de Sillery (heritage The town centre house), the area around Église of Deschambault has Saint-Michel (church) and the many occupied this promontory villas dating from the 19th century. since 1735. The site has a panoramic view of the 22 Saint Lawrence River and VILLA BAGATELLE l’îlot Richelieu. Inspired by the English picturesque style. www.deschambault- Renowned for its garden, it presents Photo : François Gamache François Photo : grondines.com temporary art and history exhibitions. www.maisonsdupatrimoine.com 16 VIEUX CHEMIN IN CAP-SANTÉ 23 OLD QUÉBEC (TOUR) The only fortified city in North America Interpretive panels present to have preserved its ramparts. each house of interest. www.quebecregion.com/oldquebec Ask for the brochure Découvrir Cap-Santé! www.capsante.qc.ca LES VOIES DU SACRÉ A museum in separated pieces In the heart of Old Québec and in Portneuf, to be discovered! feel the pulse of cozy inns, authentic shops, 17 ENGLISH DISTRICT IN DONNACONA www.portneufculturel.com charming bistros and spectacular scenery Donnacona owes its which all meld together on these grounds development to the overflowing with history. Donnacona Paper mill. The land overlooking the Needless to say, Québec City is renowned seaway was reserved for company directors, for its history and architecture. But beyond the CHURCHES who built large mansions Église Saint-Charles-des-Grondines quaint cobblestone streets, fortifications and older on the St. Lawrence River. 21 24 Église Saint-Joseph areas, vacationers will find all the entertainment de Deschambault they need. Follow the Chemin du Roy, DES ÉCUREUILS where the best of yesterday still lives on today. 18 TOWN CENTRE 25 Place de l’église de Cap-Santé IN DONNACONA 27 Église de Neuville Site of the original parish where Lord Toussaint Toupin Attraits quebecregion.com dit Du Sault settled in 1672. 22 Moulin à vent de Grondines Moulin de La Chevrotière LES MAISONS 23 ANCESTRALES 26 Maison Déry 19 DE NEUVILLE 28 Parc Cartier-Roberval (HERITAGE HOUSE) 29 Pont de Québec et Pont These old limestone houses Pierre-Laporte are lined up all along Rue des Érables. Many 30 Domaine Cataraqui of them are classified 31 Parc du Bois-de-Coulonge as historical monuments. 32 Musée national des www.ville.neuville.qc.ca beaux-arts du Québec 33 Maison Henry-Stuart 34 Hôtel du Parlement

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56 Bistro La Ferme inc. (RESTAURANT) From our farm to your table! Magnificent bistro-restaurant and patio with a breathtaking view of the St. Lawrence River. Visitors, cyclists, motorcyclists: stop by during your trip to savour the Highland beef specialties from our farm and many more regional products. 297, chemin du Roy, Deschambault-Grondines 418 286-2014 57 La Crémerie www.bistrolaferme.com Générale par Julie Vachon Chocolats (ICE CREAM AND SWEETS) 63 Microbrasserie L’Esprit de My ice creams are made with clocher inc. fresh milk and are filled with fruit, nuts or exotic flavours (MICROBREWERY) and my sorbets are made For great beer and good with pure fruit. I make my own times! For a tasty meal or sauces, fruit coulis and snack. Magnificent covered chocolate coatings, as well terrace with space for as my candy, cookies and 52 people. Cozy room that chocolate. Welcome! seats 43 people upstairs In the centre of the town for groups. Bottle counter of Deschambault for take out. Tasting trays! 418 286-6698 287, des Érables, Neuville www.julievachonchocolats.com 418 909-0675 www.espritdeclocher.ca

62 Domaine des 3 Moulins, vignoble 53 POP Café – épicerie resto (WINERY) (GROCERY SHOP AND CAFÉ / RESTAURANT) Le POP Café groups together a grocery store (beer, wine, local products) - Listed Euro-Québec th and a café / restaurant under one roof. You will find a variety of dishes 19 century historical site and drinks: paninis, salads, soups, desserts, coffee (cappuccino, latte) - Open from May to and smoothies. Everything is home cooked. Bicycle repair station on site. November, 10 AM to 5 PM 588, chemin du Roy, Grondines - Wine tasting 418 268-3268 (Red, White, Rosé and www.coopgrondines.com | [email protected] fortified wine with brandy) - Wine sales on site - Picnic areas - Free visits Guided tours with appointment - Participation in harvest possible 1333, route 138, Neuville 418 876-0002 www.domainedes3moulins.com

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58 Vieux Presbytère de Deschambault (RECTORY) A permanent exhibition that explores traditional architecture and a contemporary art exhibition installed 54 CHEMIN DU ROY in a building built in 1815. INTERPRETATION CENTRE 117, rue Saint-Joseph Deschambault-Grondines A permanent exhibition that tells the story of the first drivable 418 286-6891 road connecting and Québec City. The site also offers www.culture-patrimoine- a bike-stop on the Route Verte. deschambault-grondines.ca 55, chemin du Roy, Deschambault-Grondines 418 268-3735 www.deschambault-grondines.com

52 Aliksir inc. huiles 67 Maison des Jésuites de Sillery essentielles (HERITAGE HOUSE) (ESSENTIAL OILS) On the site of the first mission founded by Jesuits in 1637, who came As distillers, our mission is to to convert and settle nomadic Native Americans, La maison des Jésuites provide you with access to a vast de Sillery presents an exhibition that traces the history of this mission range of the best essential oils and and tells of the meeting between Jesuits, Europeans oral waters. Whether it is Québec’s and Native Americans with period items and artifacts. aromatic treasures or importations from all over the world. We have 2320, chemin du Foulon, Québec a range of original creations, 418 654-0259 www.maisonsdupatrimoine.com essential oil blends and related products. And that’s not all! We also have other types of extracts, basic products and a selection of books and workshops to help you learn to create your own recipes. 1040, chemin du Roy Deschambault-Grondines 418 268-3406 | 1 866 596-3406 www.aliksir.com

66 Maison Hamel-Bruneau (HERITAGE HOUSE) 65 La Maison Built on a charming site, this heritage house is dedicated to the arts Léon- and sciences. La maison Hamel-Bruneau houses an exhibition centre Provancher that promotes meetings and exchanges. It showcases renowned (HERITAGE HOUSE) contemporary artists through a wide range of diverse cultural activities and exhibitions ! Since 1990, la Maison Léon-Provancher has 2608, chemin Saint-Louis, Québec followed the educational 418 641-6280 work of this great naturalist www.maisonsdupatrimoine.com with activities throughout the year. Come discover history, science and technology through a multidisciplinary approach. 1435, rue Provancher Québec 418 650-7785 www.maisonleonprovancher.com

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59 La Maison Deschambault ✹ ✹ ✹ Innkeepers Julie and Sylvain and their team welcome you to this country inn between the seaway and the fields in a historical setting. 128, chemin du Roy, Deschambault 418 286-3386 www.lamaisondeschambault.com 64 Parc Nautique de Cap-Rouge Focused around water sports and recreation, Le Parc nautique lets you discover the St. Lawrence River and Cap Rouge River by renting a canoe, kayak, sailboat or pontoon boat. It’s also the starting point of the hiking trail of Parc de la 60 Gîte Panorama du fleuve B&B ✹ ✹ ✹ Plage-Jacques-Cartier. B&B located in a quiet setting on the St. Lawrence River. Enjoy our patio 4155, ch. de la where you can watch the boats and birds. Generous and delicious Plage-Jacques-Cartier breakfast served in the dining room overlooking the seaway. Québec Three very comfortable rooms in a welcoming house. From May 2 to September 18 211, route 138, Cap-Santé 418 641-6148 418 285-5166 www.panoramadufleuvebb.com

61 Parc familial des Berges 55 Hôtel au - Ville de Donnacona (PARK) vieux bardeau The perfect stop on Le Chemin du Roy! You will find playgrounds, ★ ★ tables, toilets and shelter in case of rain on this exceptional site Located on Route 138, this beside the Jacques Cartier River. Don’t miss the live music hotel on the seaway has on Thursdays (folklore) from June to September! 6 rooms with full bathroom, 10, route 138, Donnacona television and telephone. 418 285-5655 Close by you will find historic www.villededonnacona.com/tourisme sites, interpretation centres, golf, tennis, salmon fishing and cross country skiing. The owners who live on the property are warm and welcoming, and offer personalized service to make your stay more enjoyable. 479, chemin du Roy Deschambault-Grondines 418 286-3812

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