Charlevoix offers a variety of sporting activities for everyone. St-Urbain’s National Park des Grands-Jardins offers kilometers of hikes in a unique taiga and tundra landscape that will gift you with breathtaking views. For the more adventurous kind, the Route des Montagnes will take you on higher trails, a golden opportunity to take incredibly beautiful pictures. Ready for even bigger challenge? The National Park des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie will quench your thirst for challenges. With its rock faces that are among the highest East of the Rockies and its steep slopes, you will find yourself at the very core of the Charlevoix Biosphere Reserve. To complete your journey, sail away towards Tadoussac and admire the whales aboard one of its group, semi-private or private cruises.

Charlevoix is full of wonderful places to discover a variety of regional products. Along route 138, you can’t miss out on Charlevoix’s economuseum of cheese and dairy. You will be able to taste and purchase regional cheeses. Want to know more about the honey-making process? Visit the honey fabric des Grands Jardins. A variety of honey and derivative products will be offered for tasting and available for purchase. A stop for refreshments at the Microbrasserie de Charlevoix (Microbrewery) is essential to your visit. Come in and taste the beers that earned us our reputation and which are renowned as some of the the best in the world of microbreweries. Continue your journey at the Centre de l’Émeu de Charlevoix. This ostrich look-a-like animal gives extra-lean, healthy red meat. The fat of the meat is also used to make Emu oil which is the main ingredient in many body products with remarkable properties.

Want to know more? Charlevoix’s La Route des Saveurs have many suggestions of locations for you to discover!

Are you an arts and crafts enthousiast? Charlevoix offers you plenty of unique discoveries and proud craftsmen of the region.

To get you started, a visit at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Baie-St-Paul is essential. Discover the multiple exhibitions of internationally recognized artists. A visit to the famous Santons de Charlevoix in St-Joseph-de-la-Rive will show you the method of making these famous figurines. Do you have a passion for antiques? You must absolutely stop at the Antiquaire de Ste-Irénée and Brocante de Charlevoix. Who knows, there might be a few gems waiting for you there! The numerous art galleries in Baie St-Paul will leave you speechless in front of their colorful paintings with peculiar textures. La Galerie d’Arts Beauchamp, Ô VitrÔ et Cie, Autour du Pot et les bijoux de Michèle Labigarrure are just a few of the boutiques to discover along the way. Learn more by checking Tourisme Charlevoix’s website.

It is unthinkable to come to Charlevoix without taking a look at the incredible Manoir Richelieu and its casino, one of the not-so-hidden gems of the region. With its unique architecture, its history and its incredible view of the St. Lawrence River, you can stroll along the boardwalks on the front of this incredible hotel and then have a drink and relax on their magnificent panoramic terrace. Golf enthousiast? The Manoir Richelieu’s golf course offers you a high caliber 27 hole course while retaining its original British layout. By night, the festive atmosphere of the Casino de Charlevoix offers several shows and bars and many gambling tables and slot machines for your entertainment. Everything’s in place for you to live an memorable evening.

Le Massif de Charlevoix, located in Quebec’s picturesque Charlevoix region, is a prime destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. In winter, visitors can hurtle down some of the most spectacular downhill ski slopes in Eastern Canada, enjoy tobogganing, or explore the snowshoeing and cross-country ski trails that wind through breathtaking snow-covered landscapes. In summer, Le Massif transforms into a hiker’s and cyclist’s paradise, with mountain bike trails offering panoramic views of the St. Lawrence River. Summer activities also include the unique “Oiseau mécanique” show, a captivating artistic performance that amazes spectators with its immersive sound & light and fascinating engineering. For gourmets, Le Massif is home to Camp Boule Buvette de Montagne, a restaurant nestled in the heart of nature, where visitors can savor refined cuisine featuring local products, while enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. With its many activities and unique gastronomic experiences, Le Massif de Charlevoix is a versatile and captivating destination in every season.