Woman at the counter at Fromagerie des Grondines.

Marsh in the Portneuf Region in the spring.

Server in a restaurant with dishes in Portneuf.

5 beautiful ways to enjoy spring in the Portneuf Region

Published on March 16, 2026 • Destinations to explore

Located about 45 minutes from Québec City, the Region of Portneuf is blossoming with things to do in the spring! From days out with family to tasty finds to riverside hikes and opportunities for some pampering, this destination, renowned for its accessibility, invites you to take full advantage of nature’s awakening.

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The Portneuf Region

Great ideas in the Portneuf Region for families

There are plenty of options for exploring the Portneuf region with your family! The Parc naturel régional de Portneuf in Saint-Alban offers easy walking trails for kids. In Donnacona, the Parc familial des Berges is ideal for a short hike along the Jacques-Cartier River. And if you want to see some charming farm animals up close, head to the Fromagerie des Grondines where Brown Swiss cows roam or Ferme Toudou, which breeds alpacas!

Accessible attractions in the Portneuf Region

In the Portneuf Region, nature is accessible to all. Several docks along the river offer stable surfaces from which to admire the landscape and migratory birds. The Parc naturel régional de Portneuf, in particular, has specialized equipment that can be used on the trails, including all-terrain wheelchairs. Throughout the region, various accommodations are equipped with access ramps and feature wider circulation areas for a peaceful, hassle-free stay.

Sugar shacks for sweet treats in the Portneuf Region

In spring, maple sugar time brings all ages together at the sugar shacks of the Portneuf region: traditional meals, delicious maple taffy on snow and sleigh rides are all part of the experience. Overnight accommodations are even offered in some of the sugar shacks, and there are always sweet treats and treasures to take home.

Explore nature in all its splendour

Are you passionate about the outdoors and birds? Be sure to visit the Marais-Léon-Provancher Nature Reserve in Neuville, where more than 200 species of birds have been observed to date. In the spring, majestic snow geese and Canada geese also stop along the river's coastline. You can watch them from one of the docks between Neuville and Grondines.

Man in front of a display of local products in a store.

Cozy spring getaways and local flavours

When evening comes, what could be more comforting than relaxing in a cozy nest, whether it's a welcoming cottage, a warm inn or a resort. Make the most of your accommodation by cooking a delicious meal featuring local flavours, sampling products made by regional producers or visiting a microbrewery to discover Portneuf's gastronomy!