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Municipality in Quebec, Canada
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Isle-aux-Coudres is a municipality of the regional county municipality (RCM) of Charlevoix, in the administrative region of the Capitale-Nationale, on the north shore of the Saint-Laurent river, in Quebec, Canada.
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Place of worship built in 1837.
Place of worship built in 1836.
A church buolt in 1885. Its interior decoration includes 15 frescoes on the life of Saint Louis.
Visit of the mills (powered by water and wind) which are located close to each other, have more than 200 years of history. In 1815, the Séminaire de Québec, Lord of the Island, gave its approval to the construction of a watermill. The windmill was built in 1836. Their exploitation ceased in 1948. These mills are classified according to the Law on cultural goods at the beginning of the sixties; the second life began in 1982. The two mills are functional again. Economuseum of milling. Shop. Educational workshops (group of 20 children or more).
Stopover located in the southwest of the island, with a magnificent view of the river.
The lighthouse is on the edge of the sandstone, facing Pointe de la Prairie.
Bird watching site.
Park at the end of Le Havre bay bounded to the west by a peninsula jutting into the river. The pedestrian paths allow the observation of the winged fauna; more than 80 species of birds frequent this park, including the Barrow's goldeneye and the loggerhead shrike, two species at risk in Quebec.
The route of flavors
Thanks to the presentation on the Tourisme-Charlevoix website, epicureans can treat themselves to a gastronomic adventure on the Route des Saveurs, from Petite-Rivière-Saint-François to La Malbaie via the backcountry. This tour of flavors among producers generates a diversity of taste experiences of local products: ciders, craft beers, cheeses and fine chocolates, organic meats, ducks and market garden products. This agritourism among producers allows you to taste, taste or dine.
Circuit agroartistique PAYS'ART 2021
Since 2015, Pays’Art has been an agro-artistic circuit throughout Charlevoix aimed at discovering the region's agricultural landscapes and the businesses that exploit them. Each site visited includes ephemeral and distinctive art installations. La Ferme Nor-Dic (66 rang Sainte-Marie, Les Éboulements) was ranked among the 10 companies in 2021 in the MRC that host an artistic work.
Seven places circuit
Seven exceptional cultural sites in Charlevoix have been selected to bring the Regional Culture Experience to life: Espace muséal des Petites Franciscaines de Marie, Musée d'art contemporain de Baie-Saint-Paul, Les Moulins de l'Isle-aux-Coudres, Musée maritime de Charlevoix, Papeterie Saint-Gilles, Musée de Charlevoix, Forge-menuiserie Cauchon. These museums, economuseums and interpretation sites are seen as ingenious, lively, fun and fabulous. In this cultural circuit, visitors will be able to see artisans at work, admire artistic works in various forms. Thus, this circuit allows you to discover the history and traditions of the region, in particular the Charlevoix Museum and the Cauchon Forge-Menuiserie in La Malbaie. Just connect to: @ circuit7lieux.
The arts and crafts route
Thanks to the BaladoDécouverte application, this road circuit between Baie-Saint-Paul and La Malbaie, shows the creations and know-how of artists and artisans of the Charlevoix region. Beginning in Baie-Saint-Paul, this circuit passes through La Malbaie, and goes to Port-au-Persil. This podcast guides visitors through the shops and places of creation of the members of the Corporation des Métiers d'Art en Charlevoix.
Religious heritage circuit
The Christianity movement until the second half of the 20th century left an indelible religious heritage of inestimable value in Charlevoix. This circuit takes visitors to tour seven religious buildings: the Chapel of Grand-Fonds, the Church of Pointe-au-Pic, the Church of Sainte-Agnès, the Church of Saint-Étienne de La Malbaie, the Monastery of the Glorious Cross, Murray Bay Protestant Church, St-Peter-on-the-Rock and the Site of the Cross cemetery.
The river route of Charlevoix
The Route du Fleuve (route 362) is a panoramic circuit over 58 kilometers from Baie-Saint-Paul to La Malbaie, passing through the picturesque towns of Les Éboulements and Saint-Irénée, along overhanging the northern coast. The bucolic views over the river show the maritime animation (passage of a boat, fog, cloud, storm, play of the sun) and panoramas that can change from hour to hour. The points of interest on this tour reflect the great history of this region where forestry, recreational tourism, marine activity and the mountains have shaped the way of life. This intoxicating panoramic circuit is one of the most picturesque in Quebec.
Winter activities on the pack ice. This activity center includes an interpretation area, an ice canoe school and tourist outings to demystify the sport. A boat has 2 guides and 3 clients. Sports training room.
Adventure sports. Activities specially designed for groups: kitesurfing (duo or solo), snowkiting, paddleboarding (guided excursions lasting 2 hours), yoga (outside the Cap-aux-Pierres hotel on Sundays at 9 am). Program of events and activities. Sports clothing and accessories store.
Library for the rest of the world
Founded in 1978, the Félix-Antoine-Savard library is organized primarily by around twenty volunteers.
Wi-Fi. Desserts personalized to the customer's taste.
Meals on site. Take-out orders.
Restaurant with terrace facing the river. The cuisine includes food from artisan producers in Charlevoix.
Grill restaurant and refined dishes prepared with regional produce.
Inn located along the river, on the eastern tip of Isle-aux-Coudres.
Snack type menu.
Wi-Fi. Hotel with 49 rooms and chalets overlooking the river. Restaurant with panoramic view. Bar. Outdoor pool. Theatre play taking place directly on the site in the summer season.
Restaurant, bar, shows, accommodation and "Belle et Rebelle" clothing and accessories boutique. This mythical place on the island, in operation since 2013, has a capacity of 14 people. Offer of seven rooms for rent, ecologically decorated artistically and dressed by artisans from the region. The establishment has a performance hall where emerging or recognized artists perform.
Picturesque motel, friendly rooms, located on a legendary peninsula in the western part of Isle aux Coudres. Hotel, concerts, seminars. Moon concerts are held on Fridays at .
Wi-Fi. Hotel-Motel offering 24 rooms with refrigerator and 5 studio rooms with kitchen. Heated outdoor swimming pool. Leisure equipment. Lounge bar. Arranged along the river.
Motels with kitchenettes and chalets. With a view of the river.
Wi-Fi in the motels at the reception and on part of the site. Campsite with 130 pitches (40 by 50 feet), 36 of which have water, electricity and sewer connections for trailers; 30 with water and electricity outlets; 60 with water intakes only. Superb view of the sandstone along the river and the south shore of the river in the distance.
Wi-Fi. Hotel offering 45 air-conditioned rooms on 2 floors (with elevator and stairs) in the main building, and 52 motel rooms. The site offers a splendid view of the river or the estate. An indoor pool and another outside. Restaurant, terrace and gardens.
Wi-Fi. Inn whose operation began in 1930. Main activities and infrastructure: tennis court, shuffleboard, petanque, mini-putt, games for children, a salt water swimming pool, another freshwater swimming pool, a romper (spa-like) for children and a pedal boat rental service. Dining room, with terrace facing the St. Lawrence River.
Motels and cabins for rent. Each cabin has a full kitchen. Pedestrian paths in the surroundings.
Hotel.
Campground with 60 campsites and seven well-equipped cabins, with a view of the river and the mountains. Main infrastructures and activities: community room with books and board games, above-ground pool 27 feet in diameter, swings and sandbox for children, horseshoe pits, washer and dryer, direct access to the river and the banks of Anse du Ruisseau Rouge. Opportunity to walk for miles on the beach and enjoy the magnificent views of the "Bout d'en bas" located on the eastern tip of Isle-aux-Coudres.
Gîte.
Wi-Fi. Gîte.
Wi-Fi. Gîte.
Wi-Fi. Magnificent houses near the river. Panoramic view of the river and the mountains of Charlevoix. Capacity of each house: six people.
Wi-Fi. Gîte.
Wi-Fi. Large rental house with five closed bedrooms and many amenities. Forest trails and exceptional views of the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding mountains.
Wi-Fi. Up to 8 people. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
In operation, from May 15, to October 15. Wi-Fi in the motels at the reception and on part of the site. Campsite with 130 pitches (40 by 50 feet), 36 of which have water, electricity and sewer connections for trailers; 30 with water and electricity outlets; 60 with water intakes only. Superb view of the sandstone along the river and the south shore of the river in the distance. Variety of activities: horseshoes, petanque, badminton, sandbox, swings, slides, volleyball, various games, activity centre, and climbing frame. Convenience store and a snack bar.
Campsite with 42 pitches for camping and trailers, with an artificial lake and access to the beach.
Campground with 60 campsites and seven well-equipped cabins, with a view of the river and the mountains. Main infrastructures and activities: community room with books and board games, above-ground pool 27 feet in diameter, swings and sandbox for children, horseshoe pits, washer and dryer, direct access to the river and the banks of Anse du Ruisseau Rouge. Opportunity to walk for miles on the beach and enjoy the magnificent views of the "Bout d'en bas" located on the eastern tip of Isle-aux-Coudres.
General grocery store.
Bakery for pastries.
Bakery in operation since 1945.
Shop offering a wide range of chocolate products.
Herbalism.
Boutique offering approximately 350 products from 25 producers. This century-old family business is the main fruit farm in the region. The orchards cover 22 hectares where more than 6,000 apple trees (35 varieties of apples) and 3,000 fruit trees (pear, plum, cherry, serviceberry) are grown there. The Isle's microclimate favors this type of cultivation.
This boutique workshop offers handmade objects; it is also a line of clothing for young and old, jewellery and home accessories, designed in the playful imagination of island designer Pascale Perron. While the Petite place d'art offers the works of talented artists including Jimmy Perron (painter), Carococo (illustrator), Martin Brisson (sculptor).
Dressmaker.
Souvenir gift shop inspired by the sea and also offering handicrafts. Picnic area with large parking lot. Riverside shop built in the shape of a ship's wheelhouse. It is an old converted museum.
Vast range of products: soap, candy and vegetal odds and ends.
Souvenir gift shop, annexed to the main house. Wide choice of products processed on site. Passion for saffron.
Bicycle rental service.
By boat
A ferry (free service) connects Île aux Coudres to Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive.9 km. The river crossing offers a magnificent panorama of the Charlevoix and Coudrilois coastline.
By air
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