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Plaines

The Battlefields Park / Plaines d'Abraham
Nestled between Quebec City and the majestic St Lawrence River,The Battlefields Park, better known as the Plains of Abraham, is one of the world's most prestigious parks. The site of many clashes between the French and British empires in their struggle for domination, the Park was the scene of the 1759 battle that changed the course of North American history.

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Jeanne d'Arc

Joan of Arc Garden / The Battlefields Park
Created in 1938 by landscape architect Louis Perron, the garden has its own special style: rectangular in shape and built slightly below ground level, it combines the French classical style with the British-style beds. Visitors have an opportunity to admire over 150 species of annuals, bulbs and, especially, perennials. From April to October, visitors are enchanted by the multitude of colours and scents.

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Artillerie

The Artillery Park
Located near St. John Gate, in the very heart of Old Québec, this site bears witness to over 250 years of history. Today, you can discover one by one its unique buildings and other installations that reflect the military and industrial history of Québec.



Coulonge

Le parc du Bois-de-Coulonge
Bois-de-Coulonge overlooking the St. Lawrence River from atop the cliff is one of the most picturesque public parks in the city, this 24-hectare site is well known for its gardens, the beauty of its plants and the vestiges of its long history. Birdwatchers and people out for a stroll enjoy walking along the many trails criss-crossing the grounds.



Maizerets

Domaine Maizerets
The Maizerets Estate, a patrimonial and historical site, has travelled down the ages as a magnificent greenspace since 1705. With its large grassy areas, arboretum, gardens and historic buildings, the park is a great place to enjoy nature in the city. Nature and bird-watching in the summer, cross-country skiers and snow shoers take over the grounds in the winter. A bike path extends from the Montmorency Falls to the Old Port.

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Cartier-Brebeuf

The Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site
The Cartier-Brébeuf National Historic Site commemorates the period in 1535-1536 when Jacques Cartier and his shipmates wintered near the Iroquoian village of Stadacona. This National Historic Site also recalls the establishment of the first residence of the Jesuit missionaries in Québec, in 1625-1626.



Chutes

Montmorency Falls Park
The falls are 83 metres high, 27 metres higher than Niagara Falls. A cable car takes visitors to the top for a hike to viewing belvederes and the suspension bridge over the cascade at the top of the ridge. This park offers a multitude of activities for the entire family. In the summer, walk across one of two suspension bridges or through miles of parkland trails. Ice climbing course on the frozen waterfall wall of ice and snow in the winter.



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