Destinations to explore, January 17, 2022 2022-01-17
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Snowmobiling in Escoumins ©Tourisme Côte-Nord

A territory of nature beyond measure, the Côte-Nord region offers miles of multi-use trails to explore, in the forest or along the St. Lawrence. Outdoor enthusiasts have lots to choose from thanks to the wide-open spaces that are ideal for all kinds of winter sports. The Côte-Nord region is also home to several specialized tourism providers that make sure you enjoy the best possible experience. Get ready for an amazing northern adventure!

Traîneau à chiens à Sacré-Coeur
Dogsledding in Sacré-Coeur

All the activities you could ever want in Côte-Nord

When it comes to deciding what outdoor activities to do on holiday, you'll be spoiled for choice! Whether you go fatbiking, downhill skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, dog sledding, cross-country skiing or snowshoeing, you’ll get to pair your outings with breathtaking winter views.

The outdoor specialists

Trust the outdoor centres that offer various services, activities, options and packages. La Ferme 5 Étoiles, near Tadoussac and bordering the majestic Saguenay Fjord, offers dog sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and ice fishing. At Attitude Nordique in Baie-Comeau, adventure tourism is combined with tastings of local products of Côte-Nord. There is also the Gallix Station, which welcomes skiers, snowshoers and sliders and which boasts a microclimate perfect for off-trail skiing.

Would you like to learn how to ride a fatbike this year? Master this sport thanks to businesses like 50e parallèle or Mon Vélo, which rent bikes in Sept-Îles and Baie-Comeau. You can also rent an electric bike from Vélo E-go, ideal for exploring the trails at Canopée Lit in Sacré-Coeur.

Other ways to discover Côte-Nord

Experienced snowmobilers will love to ride the Route blanche (the White Trail). This trail, maintained and marked by the Ministry of Transport, draws a path between the French, English and Innu villages scattered along the ice-covered coastline.

Head over to Sept-Îles and participate in the Festival des Hivernants, taking place from February 24 to 27. This event brings festival-goers together on the site of the old trading post in Sept-Îles and offers several activities that will explore the history and cultural heritage of the Côte-Nord region.

Fatbike à Port-Cartier
Fatbiking in Port-Cartier

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