Winter in Québec City transforms the landscape into a playground for outdoor activities like snow sports. The season is also known for its romantic atmosphere, with historic sites, friendly restaurants and hotels throughout the city. Québec City receives nearly 4.6 million tourists annually, with over 1.1 million from outside Canada, drawn by its European charm, winter festivals and events, and accessibility from major cities in Canada and the Northeast United States.

1. Winter in Québec City is not only
a season… it’s a place where nature
becomes a huge playground…
where SNOW caters to your every whim.
It is also the moment when romance,
magic, friendly restaurants and cozy
hotels abound all around the city
and in our many historic sites.
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Capital of the Province of Québec
and home to its National Assembly
Size:
9,000 sq. km (5592 sq. miles)
Population:
632,000
While 95% of residents are French-speaking,
English is spoken widely.
Nearly 4.6 million tourists visit yearly—over
1.1 million from 75 countries outside Canada
Hotel capacity:
16,800 rooms
Driving distances:
From Montréal: 253 km (157 miles)
From Toronto: 797 km (495 miles)
From Boston: 618 km (384 miles)
From New York: 811 km (504 miles)
Over 350 domestic or international flights per week to Jean-Lesage
International Airport (YQB), voted North America’s “Best Airport” in
its category for 2 years running. www.aeroportdequebec.com
Québec City
at a glance
• Halifax
• Boston
• New York
• Washington, D.C.
• Detroit
• Toronto
• Philadelphia
Québec City
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• Montréal
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to working
with you!
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399, rue Saint-Joseph Est
Québec (Canada) G1K 8E2
Winter 2014
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418-641-6654, ext. 5423
martin.lachance@quebecregion.com
Martin Lachance
Advisor, Leisure and
Tourism Media Relations

2. WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU - ANY TIME OF YEAR!
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1. One of the world’s most beautiful cities
2. Warm, authentic Québécois charm
3. Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure
4. European flair in a North American setting
5. A lively winter wonderland just a ski shuttle away
6. One of North America’s 10 most walkable cities
7. Exciting entertainment and culture
8. Nature on your doorstep
9. So much to explore in Old Québec—just steps from
your cruise ship
10. A haven of fine dining opportunities, from stunningly
sophisticated to locally sourced, with many
to be found on parcoursgourmand.com
Ten great reasons
to choose
Québec City
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Winner of the Condé Nast Traveler reader’s
choice award
In 2011, Québec City was ranked the #1 destination in
Canada, #3 in North America, and #6 internationally!
Ranked #1 in 2013 by Travel + Leisure magazine
Québec City was ranked the #1 destination in Canada.
Selected for Google’s 2012 World Wonders Project
Québec City and its historic district—North America’s
only walled city (north of Mexico)—were named world
wonders, “an architectural treasure attesting to Euro-
pean colonial history in the Americas.”
Québec’s Jazz Festival
October 15 to 27, 2013
A major musical event in Québec City dedicated exclusively
to jazz. Program featuring local, provincial, national
and international musicians. www.jazzaquebec.ca
Le Marché de Noël Signature (Christmas market)
November 21 to December 31, 2013
Over 1,000 locally-made products available in an enchanting
setting decorated for the holidays. www.marchevieuxport.com
German Christmas Market in Québec City
November 29 to December 8, 2013
A special cultural program is being organized for this event to be
held in Old Québec (Upper Town).
www.communaute-allemande-quebec.com
350th Anniversary of Notre-Dame de Québec
December 8, 2013 to December 28, 2014
Discover the various activities that will allow you to live a great
experience, be it within the Jubilee year, participating in one
of the suggested pilgrimages or entering through the Holy Door.
www.notredamedequebec.org/en/feasts-of-the-350th
New Year’s Eve
Decembre 31, 2013
Animation, festivities, countdown to celebrate the new year on
Grande Allée.
www.quebecregion.com/christmas
Snowboard Jamboree
January 13 to 19, 2014
Snowboardcross, half pipe and parallel giant slalom action in Stoneham
and a Big Air competition right downtown. www.snowjamboree.com
The Québec Winter Carnival,
in collaboration with Loto Québec
January 31 to February 16, 2014
The biggest winter family festival—for over 50 years.
www.carnaval.qc.ca
Pond hockey Lac-Beauport
February 1, 2014
The annual Québec pond hockey championship is held on Beauport
Lake on the outskirts of Québec City. About 700 athletes take part
every year. www.pondhockeylacbeauport.com
Québec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament
February 12 to 23, 2014
The best 11 and 12-year-old hockey players from Canada,
United States and Europe face off at the Colisée Pepsi.
www.tournoipee-wee.qc.ca
Québec City Snow Pentathlon
February 22 to March 9, 2014
Winter multisports event accessible to everyone. Multiple races,
animations and exhibitions. www.snowpentathlon.com
Festival Grand Rire de Québec
June 11 to 22, 2014
An indoor/outdoor comedy festival where some
100 entertainers take the stage. www.grandrire.com
Rendez-vous naval de Québec
June 12 to 15, 2014
The Rendez-vous naval will commemorate the 100th anniversary
of the First World War and the 70th anniversary of the Normandy
landings. www.rendezvousnaval.com
Québec City Summer Festival
July 3 to 13, 2014
Eleven days of world music and street entertainment.
www.infofestival.com
Vélirium and UCI Mountain Bike World Cup
July 31 to August 3, 2014
International mountain biking competition. www.velirium.com
The SAQ New France Festival
August 6 to 10, 2014
Relive the days of Old Québec as it was in the 17th
and 18th centuries. www.nouvellefrance.qc.ca
Québec City
International Festival of Military Bands
August 19 to 24, 2014
Military bands from Canada and beyond. www.fimmq.com
Cyclo La Québécoise (cycling)
September 2014 (date to be confirmed)
The second edition of “La Québécoise” will feature different loops,
an array of authentic backcountry vistas and challenges
for all rider levels. www.cyclosquebecoises.com/en
Québec Sacred Music International
September 6 to 14, 2014
Spiritually inspired music performed by internationally
renowned artists. www.imsq.ca
Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec (cycling)
September 12, 2014
The world’s top teams will compete in this major road race.
www.gpcqm.ca
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