3 Days of Outdoor Adventure in Portneuf
Content partner: Tourisme Portneuf
To the west of Québec City lies Portneuf, a place that makes it easy to get out into nature. Known for its lakes and rivers, lush forests, and great food, Portneuf is an open invitation to relax, recharge, and get energized. Want to experience the best of Portneuf? Here’s a 3-day itinerary that makes living in the moment a breeze.
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Biking in Portneuf
Day 1 Biking in Portneuf
- Pierre Joosten
1Ride along the Dansereau — La Liseuse bike path
0.97 kmWith great trails and amazing scenery, Portneuf is perfect for anyone who likes biking. Top of our list is the Dansereau — La Liseuse bike path along the Jacques Cartier River. There’s very little change in altitude, making it accessible for everyone, even families.
- Casse-croûte du Vieux-Moulin
2Eat at the Vieux-Moulin snack shack
0.01 kmWith its lovely rooftop patio and classic diner fare, including a mighty tasty burger, the Vieux-Moulin Snack Shack in Pont-Rouge is not to be missed.
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3Walk on Promenade Jacques-Cartier
27.15 kmThis delightful footpath connects Maison Déry and Moulin Marcoux, Pont‑Rouge’s two main cultural sites. The Promenade stretches for 4.6 km (2.9 miles) along the Jacques‑Cartier river and features 30 interpretive signs for learning on the go.
- La Dinette du Cap
4Take the time to eat at a local restaurant
0.21 kmFor dinner, head to Myranel, a great place to sample local flavours in the heart of the picturesque village of Deschambault.
Looking for more good eats? There’s also Dinette du Cap, a nice little bistro located in a house built in 1846.
- Auberge de l'Ouest
5Relax at a charming inn
After an eventful day, it’s time to relax and unwind at Auberge de l’Ouest, a warm and cozy inn that welcomes guests to a century-old three-storey home.
- Local Eats and a Lazy River
Day 2 Local Eats and a Lazy River
- Julie Vachon Chocolats
6Enjoy fabulous local food
11.34 kmWake up and dig into a delicious breakfast spread featuring local products from the Portneuf area, including yogurt from the Reine des Prés farm, fresh eggs from Poulailler Portn’Oeuf, and hazelnut chocolate spread by Julie Vachon Chocolats. Delish!
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7Go on a tour of Fromagerie des Grondines
17.82 kmThe food keeps coming at Fromagerie des Grondines, a cheesemaking operation that takes visitors on a guided tour of the barn, milking parlour, cheesemaking room, and the cheese cave. The tour draws to a tasty conclusion with a sampling of organic raw-milk cheeses.
Pick up a cheese or three from the Grondines shop for a very special picnic in Portneuf’s regional park.
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8Be one with nature at Parc naturel régional de Portneuf
After a good meal shared in the park’s idyllic setting, it’s time to rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard and spend the afternoon floating down the Sainte-Anne River.
At the end of the day, no need to pack up and drive away: the park’s permanent tents are perfect for a restful slumber after a beautiful day in nature.
- The Freshest Fresh Air
Day 3 The Freshest Fresh Air
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9Live in the now
32.81 kmWake up to the beauty of this pristine regional park. The Gorges Sector is a gorgeous invitation to savour every moment.
- Denis Baribault
10Soak up the Local Culture
0.69 kmMaison Plamondon presents exhibitions that highlight the region's cultural identity. For summer 2024, visitors can explore exhibits featuring the timeless values of the First Nations, Vallée Bras-du-Nord's iconic landscapes and people who have contributed to the region's development.
- Ti-Oui Snack Bar
11Have a poutine at Ti-Oui
24.76 kmTi-Oui is a lunchtime must. The legendary Ti-Oui Snack Bar has been serving up the best poutine in Portneuf for 45 years! Plus, it’s on the way to Vallée Bras-du-Nord, a magnificent park where it’s easy to work off the gravy and cheese.
We can also take the opportunity of our visit to downtown Saint-Raymond to buy local products. We like the Alexis de Portneuf cheese factory and Épicerie l'Ambroisie.
- Vallée Bras-du-Nord
12Explore a mountain valley
27.14 kmAn afternoon is plenty of time for an 8 km (5-mile) hike to beautiful Delaney Falls along the Bras-du-Nord trail. At a brisk pace, the hike takes just under 2 hours. A more leisurely trek will add about another hour.
- Le Roquemont
13Spend the last night at the Roquemont Hotel
After all that fun and beauty, it’s time for one last stop, for a pint of craft beer and a delicious meal at Roquemont microbrewery. Feeling sleepy? Spend the night! The Roquemont is also a hotel.
Rest, fresh air, good times, and local fare—Portneuf has it all! Time to book that summer getaway.
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