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14 articles in this category. Tips, ideas and good addresses for your stay in Charlevoix.
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Golf in Charlevoix: Three Courses Among the Mountains
Manoir Richelieu since 1925, Murray Bay semi-private, Le Loup in Baie-Saint-Paul: complete guide to golf courses in Charlevoix from La Malbaie.
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Charlevoix with Kids: Family Activities Guide
Alpaca farms, maritime museum, treetop adventure course, whale watching: your guide to family activities in Charlevoix from La Malbaie.
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Best Hikes in Charlevoix: Trails and Summits
Acropole-des-Draveurs, Grands-Jardins, Sentier des Caps, Le Massif: guide to the best hikes in Charlevoix from La Malbaie.
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Vertical Adventure in Charlevoix: Via Ferrata and Canyoning
Via ferrata at Les Palissades, zipline at Manoir Richelieu, canyoning at Le Massif: guide to vertical activities in Charlevoix from La Malbaie.
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Whale-watching cruises (July–October)
Croisières AML runs whale-watching trips from Charlevoix, in the heart of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, one of the world's best sites. Large boat…
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Katabatik
Katabatik offers river descents (including Rivière du Gouffre), sea kayaking, SUP, canyoning, and bike rental. Book ahead for the season. Our go-to for…
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Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie
For longer, tougher hikes, the Hautes-Gorges park awaits. Deep valleys, among the highest cliffs east of the Rockies, in the heart of the Charlevoix…
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Riverside walk
Ten minutes by car, a spectacular walk awaits along the St. Lawrence shore. Park at the point on the map, then follow the river north on foot. A tide…
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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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Belugas and seals at Port-au-Persil / Saint-Siméon
Besides Tadoussac whales, the region offers beluga and seal sightings from Port-au-Persil and Saint-Siméon. A closer option to discover marine life on the…
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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…
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Kayak and water activities
Sea kayaking and water activities are well represented in Charlevoix. Tourisme Charlevoix centralizes offers: Saguenay Fjord, St. Lawrence estuary,…
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