Culture
15 articles in this category. Tips, ideas and good addresses for your stay in Charlevoix.
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Summer · Fall · 5 min
The Artisan Studio Trail of Charlevoix
Potters, sculptors, fine crafts: from Baie-Saint-Paul to Port-au-Persil, a circuit of the workshops where Charlevoix artisans work before your eyes.
Summer · Fall · 5 min
Train de Charlevoix: Québec to La Malbaie by Rail
Train de Charlevoix runs June 5 to November 1, 2026 between Québec City and La Malbaie. Route, timetable and tips to make the most of it.
Summer · Fall · 6 min
Isle-aux-Coudres in One Day: Around the Island
Free ferry, bike tour, heritage mills, Vergers Pedneault, summer theatre: guide to a full day on Isle-aux-Coudres from La Malbaie.
Summer · Fall · 9 min
Charlevoix Flavour Trail: Visiting Local Artisans
Agrotourism circuit in Charlevoix: cheese makers, cider houses, distilleries and farms to discover from La Malbaie. Guide to visits and économusées.
Summer · Fall · 2 min
McLaren Chapel (Port-au-Persil)
Chapelle McLaren, in Port-au-Persil, is a heritage and architectural gem. Built in the early 20th century, it offers a magnificent view of the St.…
Year-round · 5 min
Charlevoix Museums: The Perfect Rainy-Day Plan
Musée de Charlevoix, the Maritime Museum, contemporary art in Baie-Saint-Paul and Espace Jules Verne: four addresses that turn a rainy day into a good one.
Year-round · 5 min
The Route du Fleuve: Charlevoix Village by Village
Saint-Irénée, Les Éboulements, Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive: a guide to Route 362, Quebec's most beautiful drive, between Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie.
Year-round · 5 min
Baie-Saint-Paul: Charlevoix's Capital of the Arts
Galleries, the museum, the Symposium, and outlying studios: a walking guide along Saint-Jean-Baptiste and out to Saint-Irénée and Les Éboulements.
Year-round · 5 min
Charlevoix Cheese: Migneron, 1608 and the Local Terroir
Famille Migneron, Laiterie Charlevoix, Saint-Fidèle: the artisan cheese makers behind the region's gourmet reputation. A practical guide.
Year-round · 2 min
Historic sites and heritage
Tourisme Charlevoix lists historic sites and heritage across the region: galleries, art trails, museums, chapels, mills, and typical villages. From…
Year-round · 2 min
Port-au-Persil wharf
Fifteen minutes away, the Port-au-Persil wharf is a must. This characterful little port has superb views of the river and the boats. Kids love watching…
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Summer · 5 min
Domaine Forget Festival: Music in Saint-Irénée
The 48th Domaine Forget International Festival runs June 27 to August 22, 2026 in Saint-Irénée. Programme, access and tips from La Malbaie.
Summer · 3 min
Charlevoix Astrobleme Observatory
Did you know the region is a crater formed by a giant meteorite? The Astroblème de Charlevoix invites you to celestial and terrestrial explorations:…
Summer · 2 min
The seigneurial mill at Les Éboulements
A key heritage site in Charlevoix. This historic site reflects the region's agricultural and milling past. Discover the architecture, how mills worked,…
Summer · 2 min
The Cap-à-l'Aigle garden
The Cap-à-l'Aigle garden is a charming spot near the chalet. Ideal for a peaceful stroll, a flowery break by the river, or a family outing. One of our…