This major Canadian bird-watching site is the perfect spot to watch the impressive flocks of Snow Geese that migrate every spring and fall. At Sentier des Caps de Charlevoix , discover stunning panoramas on the St. Lawrence River when hiking the different trails. No need to wait until winter to appreciate the spectacular views of the Massif de Charlevoix.
By becoming a 4-season resort, the Massif allows you to enjoy the mountain to its fullest: mountain biking, hiking, trail running, and gondola rides are offered every weekend during the Massif en couleurs event. Several options are available to admire the colours in this beautiful valley of the Portneuf region.
Keep an eye on the map because it will be updated again on October 14 and a number of spots near Montreal are currently at their "mid-point," just one level down from nearing their peak. You can view the fall foliage map here. Sure, riding a bike is great. But have you ever tried soaring through treetops on a floating bicycle , as the fall leaves change colour?
While you can do this ecological activity in the summer, some would argue that it's even more beautiful in the fall. So how does it work? The website explains that recumbent bikes like stationary bikes or spin bikes are attached to cables supported by tall maple and pine trees. The 1,metre circuit "meanders along a mountainside passing through ravines and over waterfalls, allowing you to peer through the canopy at the Green Mountains of Vermont," the website says.
The bike only travels as quickly as you pedal, which means you can stop to check out a particularly gorgeous vantage point or pick up the pace to get your adrenaline pumping. There are age and weight restrictions so you'll want to check the website before you reserve. While you're at Au Diable Vert, there are also tons of other activities you can do, including hiking and stargazing.
And, if you want, you can camp overnight. Why You Need To Go: For a unique experience and incredible views, as you soar through the treetops on a flying bike. In Quebec, a vaccine passport is required to access many businesses and activities deemed non-essential, including restaurants and bars. It's time to start planning those leaf-peeping adventures because it appears fall foliage is arriving a bit early and we're just weeks away from the bare-tree greyness of the long winter season.
The route offers lovely views of the Deux-Montagnes lake below on your right and the mountain on your left. Make sure to purchase local cheese at the old abbey; you will pass right in front. Or, if you want to spend a little more time, the Oka National Parc is a delight. Team a late-summer trip to Banff with a fall itinerary in Quebec for two completely different Canada experiences.
It is, in my opinion, the ideal mix of city and nature. One of the best low-key activities in Sherbrooke to appreciate fall foliage is a leisurely walk around the Lac des Nations — A lovely 4 km stroll around the boardwalk.
Make sure to taste the gelato from Savoroso ice cream parlour. Sherbrooke also offers beautiful pedestrian paths in the Mont Bellevue, right next to the university. It would be remiss to write a guide on the best places for fall foliage in Quebec, and not include Quebec City, one of the most beautiful cities in Canada. If you are looking for a physical challenge or want to squeeze a workout in your vacation, take the Cap Blanc stairs in the lower portion of the old town.
Take a stroll along the Dufferin Terrace, a high boardwalk on the St-Lawrence River for beautiful views of the colourful fall landscape and the spectacular Frontenac Castle. No matter where you go, you will always find wonderful places to see fall foliage in Quebec. In Montmagny , the snow goose capital of the world, you can view the impressive gatherings of these birds while also participating in cultural and family activities—including bird-watching and goose-sampling.
While visiting, be sure to buy a jersey or T-shirt of the Montreal Canadiens, the local NHL team, and head to a local pub to get swept up in the beer-infused viewing action. With its historic architecture, beautiful natural setting, and bustling arts and culture scene, Quebec City is charismatic and continues to be one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the province.
Its popularity means that during peak season the summer months , it can get busy and expensive to visit. The city is even more stunning in the fall, as the leaves change and the sunlight takes on the rich golden slant that signals the changing season. Not having to navigate the crowds also makes visiting during this time all the more enjoyable.
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