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.
Do you love big, wide open spaces and lush forests? Welcome to the Tourisme Mauricie visitor region! Be charmed by its countless lakes and rivers, and explore your surroundings by renting a rental chalet tucked away in nature, or an Authentik tent in La Mauricie National Park. On Saint-Maurice River or in historic Trois-Rivières where cultural activities abound, enjoy a rainbow of outdoor activities offered by accredited Aventure Ecotourisme Québec member outfitters. La Mauricie is the ideal region for watersport activities like kayaking and canoeing, but also for rock or ice climbing and hiking. La Mauricie’s countless lakes and forests are definitely a fabulous outdoor playground.
