{"id":806,"date":"2018-06-01T17:41:59","date_gmt":"2018-06-01T17:41:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hcb.firmecreative.com\/vert-comme-quebec\/"},"modified":"2025-01-27T17:19:49","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T17:19:49","slug":"get-your-green-fix-in-quebec-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotelvieux-quebec.com\/en\/get-your-green-fix-in-quebec-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Your Green Fix in Qu\u00e9bec City!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Any time you head into Old Qu\u00e9bec\u2014whether via Grande All\u00e9e in Upper Town or Boulevard Champlain in Lower Town\u2014you\u2019ll quickly see that Qu\u00e9bec City is chock full of green spaces. From private lots to balconies decked out with hanging planters, public squares, and major thoroughfares, everywhere you look there\u2019s greenery, gorgeous trees, and a profusion of flowers setting off Qu\u00e9bec City\u2019s distinctive architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have my own personal favorite spots for jogging, picnicking, or just sitting down to have an ice cream, read a book, or simply enjoy the moment. Bois-de-Coulonge park<\/a> is one such spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This park located on the west end of Grande All\u00e9e has a long history dating back to the 17th century. The 24 hectare space (which has changed names a few times, from ch\u00e2tellenie de Coulonge to Spencer Wood and then Bois-de-Coulonge) was the site of the lieutenant governor\u2019s residence until it burned down in 1966, and has been used as a public park since 1970.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What I love about Bois-de-Coulonge is that it\u2019s perfect for so many outdoor activities all year round. You can ski, snowshoe, or take part in sugar shack activities in winter, and take long walks to admire the tulips and many varieties of rhododendrons and azaleas in the spring. The wide open spaces are great for kicking soccer balls or throwing Frisbees with friends, while the shady paths are a real lifesaver whenever I go jogging on hot summer days. The many mature trees and the view of the river and Anse au Foulon Marina also make it a fabulous place to visit in the fall. Whether you\u2019re into sports or enjoying the great outdoors, this park is sure to keep you coming back for more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As a resident of Old Qu\u00e9bec, I have a couple spots I really like going to. The first is Cavalier-du-Moulin park<\/a>. It\u2019s a hidden gem located at the end of Rue Mont-Carmel, next to the Qu\u00e9bec conservatory for dramatic arts. I mainly go there to get away from it all in its calm and serene atmosphere. It\u2019s the perfect spot to have a picnic, chat with friends, read, daydream, or take a quick nap. Since the space was part of the fortifications under the French Regime, its elevated position offers a unique vantage point over Old Qu\u00e9bec and the areas around the citadelle. So I encourage you to check it out\u2014but you might just want to keep this little secret between you and your closest friends\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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My second favorite park in Old Qu\u00e9bec is Bastion-de-la-Reine, specifically Terrasse St-Denis on the east side of the park. This park, which is part of the Plains of Abraham and borders the Citadelle of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s glacis<\/a>, offers a stunning view of lively Rue St-Denis in the foreground, as well as Promenade Dufferin, the St. Lawrence River all the way out to \u00cele d\u2019Orl\u00e9ans, and Ch\u00e2teau Frontenac, which  dominates the unique urban landscape. Whether it\u2019s at sunrise<\/a>, in the middle of the day, or at that magic hour as the sun goes down and the city lights flicker on, this view never ceases to amaze and move me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I suggest coming first thing in the morning or in early evening for the most enchanting views. If you\u2019re a photo buff and you want to capture a lasting memory of Qu\u00e9bec City, this spot is a definite must. If you are staying at H\u00f4tel Ch\u00e2teau Bellevue<\/a> (link: https:\/\/search.iqrez.com\/reservations\/HotelChateauBellevue\/search\/?lang=en<\/a>), feel free to ask our staff how to get to Terrasse St-Denis\u2014it\u2019s only 3 minutes from the hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I know there are other parks and gardens in Qu\u00e9bec City<\/a> I could have told you about, but there\u2019s so many it\u2019s hard to choose! And they all have their own atmospheres and activities to meet virtually any need, whether you\u2019re looking for a place to go on a morning jog, to take a break from touring to eat a sandwich, or to let your kids run around to burn off their excess energy. No matter where you stay or visit, don\u2019t hesitate to ask locals where the nearest park is\u2014they\u2019ll be happy to point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until the next edition of our blog in August, I wish you a pleasant summer full of fun and new discoveries! Have a great summer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aude Lafrance-Girard<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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