First published: 06/08/24.

Lithobates 3.5

Québec

Québec (Inscribed)

Québec by Lithobates

Visit date(s):               July 1-3, 2024

Nearby sites on trip:   No other UNESCO Heritage sites.

Overnight location:  <400 m west of the zone

Location(s):  The old streets and buildings inside the perimeter, including the following.
Note that the last 3 are operated by Parks Canada and there are fees.

  • Entry gates in the walls:  St. Louis, Kent and St. Jean
  • 47 Rue St. Louis, where Montcalm died (outside only)
  • 34 Rue St. Louis, a 1676 home, now a restaurant (where we ate one night)
  • Churches, basilica, convents and other buildings (from outside)
  • Chateau Frontenac
  • Place Royale
  • Quartier Petit Champlain (See photo)
  • Artillery park buildings including the Dauphine redoubt, $
  • Fortifications tour, $
  • Saint-Louis Forts et Châteaux archeology, $

Travel method(s):  Foot

Travel duration:  Minutes to enter the site, but hours wandering about.

Visit duration:  Parts of 3 days, 2 days equivalent.

OUV:  Excellent example of a fortified colonial town.  Somewhat modified over time, but well preserved.

Best of:  Walls and remaining fortifications.  The walls are undergoing restoration works that are expected to last multiple years beyond 2024.

Worst of:  Driving in the old town would not be fun.  Walking is the better option.

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