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This chapter on the Charlevoix region is taken from the Ulysses guide to Québec. The unique beauty of the Charlevoix region has been captivating artists for years. From the town of Petite-Rivière-Saint-François to the mouth of the Saguenay River, the dramatic mountainous countryside contrasts sharply with the expansive open water of the St. Lawrence. A scattering of charming villages and towns such as Baie-Saint-Paul, Saint-Irénée, Les Éboulements and La Malbaie dots the coastline, dwarfed by mountains that recede into the salt water of the river. The Charlevoix region was declared a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve in 1988 and is home to many fascinating animal and plant species, including a number of whale species that feed at the mouth of the Saguenay River during the summer. This Ulysses guide provides all the information on Charlevoix’s charming villages, attractions, restaurants, shops, inns, bed and breakfasts, hotels and outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, skiing, whale watching and kayaking.

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This chapter on the Gaspésie region is taken from the Ulysses guide to Québec. Unforgettable memories are cherished by the many Quebecers who have travelled to the mythical land of Gaspésie, in the easternmost part of Québec. People dream of touring Gaspésie and discovering its magnificent coastal landscape, from the famous Percé Rock and Bonaventure Island, to extraordinary Forillon National Park, Gaspésie National Park, the Chic-Choc Mountains and Chaleur Bay. This beautiful part of Québec, with its strikingly picturesque scenery, is inhabited by friendly, fascinating people who still rely mainly on the sea for their living. This Ulysses guide provides all the information on Gaspésie’s charming villages, parks and nature preserves, attractions, restaurants, shops, inns, bed and breakfasts, hotels and outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, whale watching and kayaking.

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This chapter on the Îles-de-la-Madeleine is taken from the Ulysses guide to Québec. Rising from the Gulf of St. Lawrence more than 200km from the Gaspé Peninsula, the Îles de la Madeleine (or Magadelen Islands) constitute a 65km-long archipelago of about a dozen islands, many of which connected to one another by long sand dunes. Swept by winds from the open sea, these small islands offer superb, colourful scenery. The golden dunes and long, untouched beaches blend with the red sandstone cliffs and the blue sea. Villages with brightly painted houses, lighthouses and harbours add the finishing touches to the islands’ beautiful scenery. The islands’ residents live on seven of the archipelago’s islands: Île de la Grande Entrée, Grosse-Île, Île aux Loups, Île du Havre aux Maisons, Île du Cap aux Meules, Île du Havre Aubert and Île d’Entrée. This Ulysses guide provides all the information on Charlevoix’s charming villages, attractions, restaurants, shops, inns, bed and breakfasts, hotels and outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, skiing, whale watching and kayaking.

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This chapter on the Outaouais region is taken from the Ulysses guide to Québec. The first inhabitants of the beautiful and varied Outaouais region were the Algonquin people. European explorers and trappers discovered the region early on during the exploration of New France, but it was not settled by Europeans until the arrival of Loyalists from the United States in the early 19th century. Today, the region’s main city is Gatineau (which includes the former cities of Hull and Aylmer), located just across the Ottawa River from Ontario and the nation’s capital, Ottawa. Gatineau is home to one of the best museums in the country, the Canadian Museum of Civilization. North of Gatineau stretches an expanse of rolling hills, lakes and rivers, as well as magnificent Gatineau Park. The park is the location of the official summer residence of the Canadian Prime Minister and is a wonderful place for cycling, canoeing and cross-country skiing. This guide provides all the information on the region’s must-see attractions, charming towns, parks and historic sites, as well as the lowdown on its best hotels, inns, bed and breakfasts, restaurants, shops, bars and outdoor activities.

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This chapter on the Laurentians region is taken from the Ulysses guide to Québec. The most renowned resort area in Québec, the beautiful Laurentians region and its Mont-Tremblant resort attract a great many visitors all year round. For generations, people have been "going up north" to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Laurentian landscape. Its lakes, mountains and forests provide a particularly good setting for a variety of physical activities and outings. As the Laurentians boast the highest concentration of ski resorts in North America, skiing gets top billing here when winter rolls around. With your Ulysses guide in hand, head off for the charming and friendly villages scattered at the feet of the Laurentian mountains, and discover the region’s best attractions, restaurants, shops, inns, bed and breakfasts, hotels, parks and outdoor activities.