Unique in the world, ice canoeing is practiced only in Quebec and is part of the intangible heritage of La Belle Province. It is the most original and safe way to play on the St. Lawrence River in winter.
Formerly an essential means of transportation in winter, ice canoeing is now both a leisure activity and a colorful competition event, approaching extreme sport. Just think of the famous ice canoe races during the Quebec Winter Carnival!
This original activity is practiced in small groups of five canoeists who move on the water with the help of large oars and on the ice with crampons.
The Tourisme Cantons-de-l’Est visitor region offers a full menu of outdoor activities, from hiking to winter horseback riding for all. Its four national parks – Mont-Megantic, Frontenac, Mont-Orford and Yamaska ? offer a rainbow of activities like camping, kayaking and canoeing. When the fall colours are in full swing, the Eastern Townships are the place to be. And on your next bicycle tour, discover its 365 km cycling network that tours the entire region, with circuits that showcase local gastronomy or summit scenery. An amazing natural reserve, year-round this region is a breath of fresh air!
