Île d'Orléans
A pastoral island in the St. Lawrence River, with six historic villages, strawberry fields, cider estates, and blackcurrant farms along the island loop road.
Île d'Orléans lies about 15 km northeast of Quebec City and is connected by a bridge. It was one of the first farming areas developed during the early French colonial period, and the entire island is designated a historic heritage zone. The roughly 67 km loop road links six villages. Along the way you pass 17th- and 18th-century stone houses, old churches, strawberry and apple farms, cider estates, blackcurrant distilleries, and chocolate shops. In summer you can pick your own strawberries. In autumn you can taste freshly made apple cider and enjoy the red leaves. It is best explored by car or bike, as public transport is very limited.
Opening hours
Open all day (farms mostly operate May–October)
Nearby sights
- Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré
- Mont-Sainte-Anne
- Canyon Sainte-Anne
- Montmorency Falls
- Musée de la civilisation
- Place Royale & Notre-Dame-des-Victoires
- Québec–Lévis Ferry
- Quartier du Petit-Champlain