La Vallée Secrète offers treasure hunts in nature for both young and old in a fantastical setting. Explore themed trails in search of the secret code that will give you access to the magical Teeny-Tiny Dwarfs’ show. It’s a bucolic spot where everyone rediscovers the child inside all of us. A simple walk in the woods becomes meaningful family time with fun riddles to solve. Open from May to December.
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La Vallée Secrète
Vallée Bras-du-Nord
La Vallée Bras-du-Nord is a solidarity cooperative and can’t-miss outdoor destination. Its sprawling territory is renowned for mountain biking, hiking and flatwater river paddling. It’s also an outstanding destination for many other summer and winter activities, such as canyoning, via ferrata, fat biking and ski touring. Are you ready for adventure? (CITQ: 297702)
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Ski Saint-Raymond
Ski Saint-Raymond offers a family-friendly atmosphere in a safe setting. The skiing conditions are 100% natural, and passes are very affordable. The mountain features skiing, snowboarding, a ski school, a snowboard park and snow tubing. A large chalet with a cafeteria allows you to watch skiers and snowboarders descending the various runs while you warm up.
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Le Fief Gaulois
Le Fief Gaulois is a family farm project part of circular economy approach. The different animals of rustic breeds are raised outdoors and are fed, in large part, by food '' waste '' from certain businesses in the region. A simply inspiring model!
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FloreSsens
Promoting well-being, FloresSens has more than fifty gardens and themed flowerbeds presenting a wide variety of plants. You can admire an original collection of garden ornaments and bronze statues along a two-kilometre trail. A marquee is available for special group events. It’s a haven for nature lovers and wellness enthusiasts.
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Ferme d'élevage de wapiti J.L. Bédard Inc.
Ferme d'élevage de wapiti J.L. Bédard Inc. produces elk meat. They offer agrotourism visits from July 1st to September 1st at a cost of 6 $ per person. Photo credit: Denis Baribault
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Fromagerie Alexis de Portneuf
Faithful to its heritage, Fromgerie Alexis de Portneuf offers high quality fine cheeses. Photo credit: Amy Gagnon
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Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier/Portneuf
Directly linked to Quebec City by the Cheminots corridor, the Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier/Portneuf is a 68 km rail trail connecting Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier to Rivière-à-Pierre. Pedal on a stone dust trail through the varied scenic landscapes of the Jacques-Cartier and Portneuf RCMs. A parking lot in the heart of downtown Saint-Raymond gives access to the Vélopiste and various services.
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O Pagaie
O Pagaie offers gourmet paddle board excursions. Among their different offerings in the Portneuf region, O Pagaie offers SUP-Apéro, which are gourmet excursions in a 5 to 7 format on Lac Sept-Îles in partnership with Camp Portneuf. The company is accredited for Quality and Safety by Aventure Écotourisme Québec.
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Z.E.C. Batiscan-Neilson
Just 65 km from Quebec City, the Z.E.C. Batiscan-Neilson is easily accessible to nature lovers via Saint-Raymond. The Petit Saguenay reception station is one of the major gateways to a vast territory spanning 878 km². With 356 lakes, the Z.E.C. features hunting, fishing, camping, vacationing, and many other tourist and recreational activities. (CITQ: 222322)
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Amus-O-Max
Amus-O-Max offers stand-up paddleboard rentals and sales. Their launch ramp in downtown Saint-Raymond lets you to enjoy a navigable, swimmable multiple-kilometre stretch of the Sainte-Anne River.
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Rendez-vous du pont-Tessier
The Rendez-vous du pont Tessier is a series of free outdoor concerts. Beside the Sainte-Anne River and the historic bridge, the shows take place in a truly charming setting. So let’s rendezvous on Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Tessier Bridge Amphitheatre after the farmer’s market. In case of rain, the event will be relocated to the auditorium in the Rolland-Dion Multipurpose Centre. Lineup is coming soon.
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Le Beau Chaos
Le Beau Chaos is an eco-responsible flower farm. Inspired by the romance of old English cottage gardens, the majority of production is grown in gardens, rather than greenhouses. Along the same lines, the farm wants to specialize in the sale of high-end flowers such as roses and peonies. Beyond offering exceptional flowers on order for floristry professionals or in the form of subscriptions for individuals, the farm wishes to create a soothing and inspiring place for women, offering them well-being activities and workshops as well as a range of favorite products.
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Parc Alban-Robitaille
Starting from the parking lot at École Marguerite-d’Youville on Hôtel-de-Ville Avenue, Alban-Robitaille Park offers a 650-metre path. The park is bookended by the Pont-Tessier Amphitheatre, where many cultural events take place, and an outdoor fitness area. The park offers a range of activities, including roller hockey, basketball, BMX, ball fields, petanque, pickleball, a water playground and a workout circuit.
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Club de vol à voile du Québec
For over sixty years, the Club de vol à voile de Québec has brought together people of all ages who are all passionate about flying gliders. They delight in the ever-renewed pleasure of silently soaring for hours with the grace of a raptor in complete safety. Want to fly? Treat yourself to an introductory flight. It’s an unforgettable experience.
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La route bleue de la rivière Sainte-Anne
Le territoire de Saint-Raymond est reconnu pour ses nombreux lacs et rivières. La route bleue de la rivière Saint-Anne est un « prêt-à-partir » pour l’aventurier ou l’aventurière qui se cherche une activité nautique non motorisée pour tous les niveaux, en famille ou entre amis. Découvrez les trois parcours à partir du débarcadère du Parc riverain de la Sainte-Anne : Parcours Pont Tessier : 2 km (Aller-retour); Parcours Fer à cheval : 4 km (Aller-retour); et le Parcours Route du Moulin : 8 km (Aller-retour). À vos pagaies!
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Centre vacances Lac Simon
Centre Vacances Lac Simon is an outstanding four-season natural area with a distinctive history and architectural heritage. The water quality makes for outstanding swimming, and the landscape is exceptionally invigorating. This holiday resort is one of those true gems that leaves you with indelible memories. (CITQ: O85735)
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Maison Plamondon
The historic Maison Plamondon, a designated heritage building, promotes the local and regional cultural heritage through artistic experiences. A place for discovery and creation, it fosters interactions and brings the community together. Visit the permanent and temporary exhibitions during the summer.
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Le Saut d'eau
Le Saut d'eau is the first competitive dock diving pool near Quebec City. This project was born from a happy meeting between dog enthusiasts who had the goal of creating a dock diving pool focused on the well-being of the dog: an environment in which the master and his companion could have fun freely. The company holds various events and offers several services.
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Tourbière Chute-Panet
The mysterious Chute-Panet bog immerses you in a unique ecosystem. A lavish natural environment offers hikers the chance to observe wildlife and rare plants. This short trail is accessible for the whole family. The path to the bog is between the bowling alley and tennis courts.
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Parc riverain de la Sainte-Anne
A unique place rich in nature and history, Sainte-Anne Riverfront Park features a trail with observation areas and access to the water that allows everyone to experience the fascinating riparian environment along the Sainte-Anne River. It’s just a short walk from downtown Saint-Raymond and accessible from the Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier/Portneuf.
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Saint-Raymond Farmers' Market
The Saint-Raymond Farmers' Market support the agri-food sector of our beautiful region of Portneuf by introducing the various local products of our farmers and others exponents. Through music, visual arts and performing arts, the farmers' market offers a festive and convivial formula. For its tenth edition, the farmers' market will be held every Thursday from June 27th to September 19th, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., on the church square.
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Cinéma Alouette
Cinéma Alouette is the only movie theatre between Quebec City and Trois-Rivières. With two screening rooms, an escape room game and a large concession stand, the cinema is the perfect place for the whole family. The authentic Cinéma Alouette is sure to please the most avid movie buffs. Stop in for some “reel” fun!
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Camp Portneuf
On the shores of Sept-Îles Lake, Camp Portneuf features a day camp, cottage and yurt rentals as well as a year-round outdoor recreational area. Head to the Camp for an unforgettable stay or a day brimming with activities! (CITQ: 85503)
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Location Haute-Matawinie
Location Haute-Matawinie (formerly Stadacona Aventures) is Quebec’s unrivalled year-round leader in motor vehicles. The Saint-Raymond store offers rentals of ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, pontoons and other mechanized products. It’s your go-to destination for successful motorized outdoor experiences!
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Mont Laura-Plamondon
Mont Laura-Plamondon Park is part of Saint-Raymond’s religious heritage. The Notre-Dame-de-l’Assomption chapel is at the summit. Due to its considerable elevation, Mont Laura-Plamondon offers a breathtaking view over Saint-Raymond and part of the Portneuf region. Trails, picnic tables and playground equipment are also available. It’s the perfect place to recharge.
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O'750, Salon de quilles St-Raymond
O'750, Salon de quilles St-Raymond is the favorite place to gather and have fun with family or friends in Saint-Raymond. It is possible to eat and drink on site whether you came for bowling or not.
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Centre équestre Aurélie Piché
The Centre Équestre Aurélie Piché offers friendly, safe equestrian experiences. Go horseback riding or on a carriage ride on trails that wind along rivers and through fields and forests. The riding centre offers unique excursions for all ages and rider levels that will slake your thirst for adventure and the outdoors.
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Les Jardins du Grand Duc
An Indigenous cultural heritage site in the midst of a vast forest, the Jardins du Grand Duc were created on 300,000-square foot grounds. The colourful gardens, where more than 6,000 perennials grow surrounded by a breathtaking mountainous panorama, are a must-visit. Browse the shop with artisanal crafts and stroll along forest trails. A marquee is also available for group activities.
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