The vast Chaudière-Appalaches region, on the south side of the river facing the capital, is one big playground.

We have everything! From the 350 years of history that shaped modern Québec since the pioneers of New France, to country-style restaurants that reveal the know-how of local producers... and more!

How to get there

Distance between main cities

Montréal
306km
Québec
83km
Gatineau
496km

Did you know?

The region is home to 50% of Québec’s sugar maples. Right here: true maple country.

To be discovered absolutely

A stunning 21-island archipelago, creative artisans, tasty local products, not to mention the Appalachians providing a gigantic playground.

Parc régional du Massif du Sud

You’ll marvel at the park’s many peaks, its deep valleys, crystal clear rivers, forests and exceptional biodiversity. Every winter, the Massif du Sud gets blanketed in huge amounts of snow—an average of 6 m every year. That’s pretty impressive! Think of how many snowmen could you make with that.

The regional park is a popular destination for skishoeing (Hok skiing).

A hybrid between snowshoeing and skiing, it’s a great way to cover the terrain! Le Massif boasts 5 km of marked skishoeing trails. Outdoor enthusiasts will be in their element with a 22-km network of cross-country ski trails, 40 km of snowshoeing trails and a 16-km fatbike circuit.

Parc régional des Appalaches

This park is exciting, lively and exhilarating! It boasts three activity areas illustrating the complex biodiversity of the Appalachians, three peaks with views and you can bring your dog. The park receives an incredible amount of snow, transforming the coniferous trees on the Grande Coulée mountain into snow ghosts. It’s incredible!

The park is perfect for canicross: running and hiking with your dog.

Adventurers can enjoy two- or three-day expeditions thanks to the park’s network of winter shelters. Given the region’s significant snowfall, conditions remain excellent until April. We just couldn’t keep this park, in all its abundance, to ourselves! Welcome!

Domaine du Radar

It’s one of the highest peaks in the area. At the top, admire the stunning, panoramic view! What do snowshoeing trails, backcountry skiing for powder enthusiasts, tube sliding and delicious chocolates all have in common—aside from being available at the Domaine? They’re our little winter joys. We can never get enough!

Now an outdoor centre, Domaine du Radar is a former military base.

Enjoy four thrilling Austrian luge descents, including two 2.3-km runs, and a ride back up. Make the most of your visit by staying in a cottage, tiny house or Coolbox. A great get-away with family or friends!

The Main Attractions of Chaudière-Appalaches

Explore the map of the region to discover its cities, towns, must-sees and unusual sites.

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  • Lévis
    City
    Lévis
  • Saint-Georges
    City
    Saint-Georges
  • Sainte-Marie
    City
    Sainte-Marie
  • Thetford Mines
    City
    Thetford Mines
  • Montmagny
    City
    Montmagny
  • Saint-Jean-Port-Joli
    City
    Saint-Jean-Port-Joli
  • Parc des Appalaches
    Regional / municipal park
    Parc des Appalaches
  • Isle-aux-Grues archipelago
    Attractions
    Isle-aux-Grues archipelago
  • Old Lévis and Quai Paquet (Parcours des Anses)
    Trail
    Old Lévis and Quai Paquet (Parcours des Anses)
  • Musée maritime du Québec
    Museum / historic site
    Musée maritime du Québec
  • Auberge des Glacis
    Hotel
    Auberge des Glacis
  • Le parc national de Frontenac
    Québec's national park
    Le parc national de Frontenac
  • Le Massif du Sud
    Regional / municipal park
    Le Massif du Sud
  • Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière
    Garden
    Domaine Joly-De Lotbinière
  • Vélorails de Beaulac-Garthby
    Trail
    Vélorails de Beaulac-Garthby
  • Parc des Chutes-de-la-Chaudière
    Regional / municipal park
    Parc des Chutes-de-la-Chaudière
  • Thetford’s Musée minéralogique et minier
    Museum / historic site
    Thetford’s Musée minéralogique et minier
  • Razorbill Observation Cruise
    Boat tour
    Razorbill Observation Cruise
  • La Roche à Veillon
    Restaurant
    La Roche à Veillon
  • La Cache à Maxime
    Hotel
    La Cache à Maxime
  • Vire-Crêpes
    Farm / agricultural producer
    Vire-Crêpes
  • Seigneurie des Aulnaies
    Museum / historic site
    Seigneurie des Aulnaies
  • Miller Zoo
    Zoo / aquarium
    Miller Zoo
  • Cassis et Mélisse
    Farm / agricultural producer
    Cassis et Mélisse

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Chaudière-Appalaches is a river, an archipelago, maple syrup and much more!

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