The picturesque village of Grandes-Piles located in the
Mauricie region is about 1h30 from Quebec City. Its magnificent view of the St-Maurice River will charm you upon arrival. Grandes-Piles is said to be the kingdom of boating and therefore a favourite place for water sports and a paradise for sailing. Do not look any further to understand why there are so many cottages offered for rent!
The Festi-Volant de Grandes-Piles is a must in winter. The sky is filled with majestic kites in front of the large eyes amazed by young and old. The frozen lake becomes a playground for everyone. Several activities take place there such as paraski, dog sledges, snow scooters, fatbike, open-air Zumba, pulling ski, tubing slides, children's ice park, deer workshops - fly fishing lessons for children, skating and even ice-cold mini-putt!
The Lumberjack Museum is an interesting stop located in the village on the banks of the St. Maurice River. Two hundred years of lumberjack history is told in a fun and colourful way by musician, storyteller or historian guides.
The Biodiversity Reserve (Clair Lake) is close to the Mauricie National Park and the St-Maurice River. Large areas preserved and protected to walk on some 30 km of hiking trails, including the Jacques-Bureaux section and the National Trail. You will meet beautiful landscapes. Discover Lake Clair and Lac des Îles on a canoe or kayak. It is even possible to go snorkelling. Abundant and diverse, the fauna and flora will surprise you for sure.
Find tranquility in the comfort of your cottage for rent after a long day to fill your lungs with fresh air.
