La Côte-du-Sud

The beauty of the River

The Côte-du-Sud region stands out thanks to the beauty of its landscapes. The St. Lawrence River and its beautiful islands like Isle-aux-Grues and Grosse-Île offer breathtaking views. In the spring and fall, snow geese stop over in this region on their way to the far North or back down to the South. Bird-watchers will have the chance to observe a large variety of birds along the river and on the Isle-aux-Grues archipelago. Outdoor sport lovers will love the Côte-du-Sud region, because here they can do some hiking in the parc régional des Appalaches, or bike along the numerous cycling paths of the region. Those who prefer water sports will appreciate the lakes and rivers for they allow the practice of many activities, like swimming, kayaking, canoeing, sailing and fishing. Here, you can taste delicious regional products, like apples that you can pick by yourself in season, the tasty cheeses and the famous maple products. In the winter, outdoor sports are also a must with the cross-country ski, snowmobile, snowshoeing and alpine ski paths. During your visit of the region, you can observe the beautiful landscape of the Appalachian Mountains as well as the pretty ancestral houses hidden around the corner of a meandering road. You will be charmed!