Enjoy Portneuf

Portneuf and its autumn hikes will fill your eyes with colour! Parc naturel régional de Portneuf boasts 70 km of magnificent trails, including the Sainte-Anne River gorges, Chutes à Marcotte and Montagne de la Tour. Vallée Bras-du-Nord captivates visitors with over 80 km of trails offering mountain panoramas and spectacular waterfalls. You will also find Promenade Jacques-Cartier along the Jacques-Cartier River, Réserve du Marais-Léon-Provancher and Chutes de la Marmite—three ideal sites for family outings—and much more.

Autumn is the perfect season to enjoy the pleasures of U-picking. Crisp apples, plump pumpkins, colourful squash, carrots and sweet corn fill the fields, creating the perfect opportunity for an outing with family or friends. Wherever you go in the region, the fields are bursting with life! Take a deep breath of fresh air, marvel at the vibrant colours and leave with your arms full of local goodies. There’s no better way to enjoy autumn in all its glory!

As autumn unfolds its colours, Promenade-Fleuve reveals the Portneuf shoreline in a new light, with immersive low-tide walks along 20 kilometres of shore, spreading over five riverside municipalities and offering spectacular views of the St. Lawrence and wildlife. At each starting point, an information board provides details about the tides, vulnerable species and local history. In autumn, the trails are adorned with rich, warm colours, a perfect setting for contemplation and reconnecting with nature.

When nature is adorned with warm colours, Portneuf becomes a haven of peace. Take a stroll through the forest, along the St. Lawrence River or in one of Quebec’s most beautiful villages to admire the autumn landscapes and reconnect with yourself. After a day outdoors, it’s time to get cozy: sit back in a comfy chalet, relax in a spa or enjoy a crackling fire. Add to that a foodie stop at a microbrewery or local bistro, and you’ve got the perfect autumn getaway, nice and easy.