It was on the Plains of Abraham that French troops lost to the British during a noteworthy battle in Canadian history.
Given the site's significant heritage, the Plains of Abraham were named a National Historic Park of Canada. Battlefields Park is also one of the most prestigious urban parks in the world.
History buffs will want to visit the Plains of Abraham Museum to learn more about the battles that took place here in 1759 and 1760, either through an interactive museum experience or a guided tour.
Battlefields Park is an outdoor recreational site, right in the heart of the city! In the winter, you can go cross-country skiing or snowshoeing along the groomed trails, or go skating on the ice ring. In the summer, the park becomes a popular picnic area, where you can eat your lunch under the shade of a century-old maple tree, go jogging, watch an outdoor concert at the Edwin Bélanger Bandstand or read a book while relaxing in the Joan of Arc Garden.
Activities
Museums
The Plains of Abraham Museum is the park's information and reception centre of the Battlefields park. It offers permanent and temporary exhibitions,…
Closed Period:
Christmas holidays: closed December 24 to 26 and January 1. Front doors and exhibitions only open on January 2, from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Free Outdoor on Site, Outdoor on site for a fee
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Museums
The Plains of Abraham Museum is the park's information and reception centre of the Battlefields park. It offers permanent and temporary exhibitions, guided tours, and a wealth of information about the Canada's first national historic park which welcomes some 4 million visitors each year. Moreover you will discover at the Plains of Abraham Museum the new Battles 1759-1760 exhibition and Traces exhibition Listening to remnants.
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Historical Sites
Canada's first national historic park. National Battlefields Park is over a hundred years old. Its main sites are the Plains of Abraham (98 hectares) and Des Braves Park (5 hectares).The 1759 Battle of the Plains of Abraham was the defining confrontation between the French and British Empires in North America. Months later, in 1760, the two powers clashed again in the Battle of Sainte-Foy, where Des Braves Park now stands. The urban park welcomes some 4 millions visitors each year!
Cross-Country Skiing
Ski for free in an accessible and enchanting site with a view of the Saint-Lawrence River! Enjoy 11.1 km of trails laid out for classic and skating cross-country skiing, a waxing room and two heated rest areas. An equipment rental service ($) is also available at the Skaters' chalet, next to the Plains of Abraham Skating Rink.
Number of Trails - Easy:
2 Number of Trails - Intermediate:
4 Number of Trails - Difficult:
0 Length:
8.6 miles
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Backcountry Sector
Cross-Country Ski Rentals
Ski-Skating
Snowshoeing
Enjoy winter sports for free in an enchanting location in the heart of the city! A 3.8 km trail (round trip) is laid out for snowshoeing and an equipment rental service ($) is available at the Skaters' chalet, next to the Plains of Abraham Skating Rink.
Difficulty Level:
Easy, Intermediate Length:
2.4 miles
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Unavailable
Backcountry Sector
Snowshoe Rental
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Gardens and Nature Walk
Battlefields Park was created in 1908 at the site of clashes between the British and French armies led by Wolfe and Montcalm (1759), and then Murray and Lévis (1760). The Plains of Abraham are recognized as one of the most prestigious urban parks in the world, a celebration of recreational activity, culture and history. Several walking trails criss-cross the park, leading to spectacular viewpoints and countless attractions, activities and exhibitions visitors can appreciate year-round.
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