Curious Nature Enjoy nature in Saint-Marcel
Our ambassador Rébecca shares with you her favorites and the well kept secrets of her native village: Saint-Marcel-de-L'Islet.
Written on June 7, 2021
Arrêts Gourmands The know-how of our gourmet stops - Bistro OK: taste the flavors of the land and the river
It is not yesterday that Bistro Ok offers a wide choice of excellent dishes to its customers. But since the expansion work carried out in 2015, a stop is needed, because the architecture of the building alone is worth the detour! The magnificent spa…
Written on May 31, 2021
On vacation an hour from home!
Ah ! Saint-Jean-Port-Joli ! Here is a village that lives up to its name! As I am lucky enough to live in the neighbouring MRC, only an hour away, it is not uncommon for me to head to Saint-Jean-Port-Joli for one or two days, simply to get a change o…
Written on April 8, 2021
Fill up at Saint-Jean-Port-Joli!
Traveling by van, my boyfriend and I have converted our own camper with the idea of exploring the province and our neighbors independently. It is on board our big red car that we try to escape the city as often as possible.
Updated on February 28, 2024
Active Nature Cross-country skiing at Trois-Saumons lake
This winter, the confinement and the weather brought me back to a sport I practiced for a long time during my childhood, cross-country skiing, which allowed me to take advantage of an incredible site a few minutes from my home. Just goes to show tha…
Updated on January 31, 2023
Discover the trails of Saint-Marcel de L'Islet!
Follow our ambassador, Frédéric Rétif, and his family as they discover the trails of Saint-Marcel during an improvised winter snowshoeing trip!
Updated on January 31, 2023
Hikers and fatbikers, here's what you need to know about the trails in Sainte-Louise
It's no longer a secret: there are hiking, skiing, snowshoeing and fatbike trails in Sainte-Louise that are well worth the detour. To get there, if you don't know the area, it can be a bit complicated. So I share with you some useful information.
Updated on March 22, 2023
Foody Nature Our terroir at your festive table
As many will not be able to travel to taste the delights of our region during the holiday season, why not bring the specialties of our region and the great talent of our local chefs and producers to your table? It's a great way to encourage our busi…
Written on November 30, 2020
Foody Nature - Curious Nature Saint-Jean-Port-Joli on a whim
Going on a roadtrip to spend the day in St-jean-Port-Joli, that's a great way to start a week!
Written on September 18, 2020
Foody Nature The cream and maple sugar pie from Boulangerie Sibuet: “Succrulente! "
By our fault, we tasted it like 3-4 days after we purchased it. And that was something! I hardly dare imagine coming out of the oven.
Written on August 24, 2020
Curious Nature Musée de la mémoire vivante : the discovery of the intangible heritage of yesterday and today!
Reminding us of our origins or our childhood memories, this is an experience of visiting the Musée de la mémoire vivante, a museum dedicated to the person and which preserves intangible heritage. New for this year, the innovation Tower, features a v…
Updated on February 10, 2023
Active Nature Two days in quad in L'Islet
I have always liked machines like quad bikes and snowmobiles. I learned when I was young to take them to my grandparents' chalet. I like the feeling of freedom that it gives us. We ride in nature, we reach places that would otherwise be difficult to…
Written on May 28, 2020
Active Nature - En vedette Club Sportif Appalaches : a cross-country ski center worthy of the greatest
Impeccably maintained trails, extraordinary panoramas and a number of technical challenges; It's impossible not to fall in love with the Club Sportif Appalaches.
Written on November 1, 2019
Foody Nature Gourmet trip - Saint-Jean-Port-Joli and its surroundings
3 days on the road eating, drinking, tasting, smelling, and most importantly having #LiveItForReal meetings. Bon appétit!
Updated on January 23, 2024
Curious Nature Podcast- A drive like no other with Lina and André
The sunsets over the Charlevoix mountains are a colorful sight from the L'Islet wharf. It is because we were invited by Tourisme Chaudière-Appalaches to follow the route proposed by the podcast "Ralentis, la marée monte", between L'Islet and Saint-R…
Updated on April 19, 2023
Curious Nature Alex's favorite for the musée de sculptures sur bois des Anciens Canadiens
Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, where the talent and creativity of the people here are exposed to the general public. A jewel in the sector of L'Islet, the Musée de sculptures sur bois des Anciens Canadiens is a favorite spot for discovering locally recognize…
Updated on March 20, 2023
Active Nature - Curious Nature A trip to Saint-Roch-des-Aulnaies
For a weekend filled with adventures and culture in the heart of nature. Located between the cities of Quebec and Rivière-du-Loup, this little corner of paradise holds many well-kept secrets!
Written on July 4, 2019
The summer tourist season is taking off; a road trip is a must!
A summer vibe will be in the air, while many restaurants, shops and boutiques will open their doors for the summer season. Many workshops and activities will also be held during this month, so our part of the country is an ideal destination for your…
Updated on May 17, 2024
Curious Nature Build a living heritage
The history of the Musée de la mémoire vivante of Saint-Jean-Port-Joli begins with a man and his work: Philippe Aubert de Gaspé.
Written on March 31, 2019