{"id":1757,"date":"2024-12-03T02:58:00","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T07:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/?p=1757"},"modified":"2024-12-18T16:21:22","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T21:21:22","slug":"7-activities-to-do-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/7-activities-to-do-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"7 activities to do this winter in La Jacques-Cartier?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make the most of the snowy season in La Jacques-Cartier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the forest sparkling with a fresh coat of snow, you can ski, skate, toboggan, walk, and relax\u2026 then enjoy a good bite to eat! And if you\u2019re looking to extend the fun, there are plenty of accommodations to choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us show you some of our favourite things to do this winter, once the temperature drops. You\u2019ll fall in love with this winter wonderland!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skate along winding trails or on a frozen lake<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/web-mini-courtoisie-sfs-_-credit-martin-dupuis.jpg\" alt=\"ski de fond stoneham\" class=\"wp-image-1717\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;width:840px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo :  Martin Dupuis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re at the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/grand-heron-park\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/grand-heron-park\">Parc du Grand H\u00e9ron<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/chalet-des-sports-de-shannon\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/chalet-des-sports-de-shannon\">Shannon Sports Chalet<\/a>, the forest trails are as romantic as they are fun. And when you skate on Lac Beauport, the darkness of the water under the ice makes the experience all the more stunning. Meet at the yacht club parking lot and lace up your skates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hit the slopes at yout own speed<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/dsc8302.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3154\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;width:840px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo : Centre Le Relais<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Many of us love to ski and snowboard at ski resorts. We\u2019re fortunate that there are two major ones within 30 minutes of downtown Qu\u00e9bec City: <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-de-ski-le-relais\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-de-ski-le-relais\">Le Relais<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/station-touristique-stoneham\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/station-touristique-stoneham\">Stoneham Mountain Resort<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tubing with your friends and family is another great opportunity for fun and laughter. Enjoy your time together at <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/village-vacances-valcartier-winter-playground\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/village-vacances-valcartier-winter-playground\">Village Vacances Valcartier\u2019s outdoor playground,<\/a> at the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/les-glissades-tewkesbury-2\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/les-glissades-tewkesbury-2\/\">Glissades Tewkesbury<\/a>, or at the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-recreotouristique-des-hautes-terres\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-recreotouristique-des-hautes-terres\">Centre r\u00e9cr\u00e9otouristique des Hautes-Terres<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recharge your batteries with a trip to the spa<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/web-03_spas.00_29_05_19.still037-1-e1706895291294.jpg\" alt=\"Nordique spa Stoneham\" class=\"wp-image-1482\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;width:840px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo : courtoisie Nordique Spa Stoneham<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no better way to lift your spirits than relaxing in a Nordic spa surrounded by nature. In addition to the hot baths and treatments we all deserve more often, Le <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/nordique-spa-stoneham\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/nordique-spa-stoneham\">Nordique Spa Stoneham<\/a> offers overnight stays in tiny houses overlooking the valley. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>La Jacques-Cartier has plenty of other spas to discover, too. <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/what-to-do\/?cat=spa-et-bien-etre\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/what-to-do\/?cat=spa-et-bien-etre\">Take a look and discover enverything to do this winter !<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Peaceful snowshoeing<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/web-raquettes-sdm-nick-dignard-_a736594-e1706895346496.jpg\" alt=\"Raquette en for\u00eat\" class=\"wp-image-1742\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover;width:840px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo : Nick Dignard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Fall in love with the landscapes, not to mention the grey jays, chickadees, and other birds you encounter as you trek through the snow. Get ready to tackle the snowy trails! Soak in the stunning scenery of the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/jacques-cartier-national-park-winter-2\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/jacques-cartier-national-park-winter-2\/\">Jacques-Cartier National Park<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/reserve-faunique-des-laurentides-camp-mercier\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/reserve-faunique-des-laurentides-camp-mercier\">R\u00e9serve faunique des Laurentides<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/mont-wright\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/mont-wright\">Mont Wright<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sentiers-du-moulin-sdm-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sentiers-du-moulin-sdm-winter\">Sentiers du Moulin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/marais-du-nord\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/marais-du-nord\">Marais du Nord<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/duchesnay-station\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/duchesnay-station\">Station Duchesnay<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/empire-47-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/empire-47-winter\">Empire 47<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/quatre-natures-adventures-creator\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/quatre-natures-adventures-creator\">Quatre Natures <\/a>organize guided tours in La Jacques-Cartier, a shuttle, and outdoor equipment rentals. Take advantage of every snowfall to rediscover the kilometres of trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fatbiking is the activity to do this winter<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/190227_e47_1025-@dylan-page-scaled-e1706895625849.jpeg\" alt=\"what to do this winter _ Fatbike\" class=\"wp-image-2900\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;width:840px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo : Dylan Page, Empire 47<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Take a fatbike \u2014 a bike with oversized tires for biking in the snow\u2014and enjoy dozens of kilometres of trails. Don\u2019t have your own fatbike? Several places have them available for rent, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-castor-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-castor-winter\">Centre Castor<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/empire-47-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/empire-47-winter\">Empire 47<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sentiers-du-moulin-sdm-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sentiers-du-moulin-sdm-winter\">Sentiers du Moulin.<\/a> It\u2019s a great way to spend time with your friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cross-country skiing: active, yet serene<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"907\" src=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/web-ski-patin-sdfs.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2936\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover;width:840px\" title=\"\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo : Ski de fond Stoneham<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>La Jacques-Cartier has plenty of trails for newbies and seasoned cross-country skiers alike. Here are some places to discover: <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/duchesnay-station\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/duchesnay-station\">Station Duchesnay<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-castor-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/centre-castor-winter\">Centre Castor<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/ski-de-fond-stoneham-cross-country-ski-center\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/ski-de-fond-stoneham-cross-country-ski-center\">Ski de fond Stoneham<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sentiers-du-moulin-sdm-winter\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/sentiers-du-moulin-sdm-winter\">Sentiers du Moulin<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/reserve-faunique-des-laurentides-camp-mercier\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/activity\/reserve-faunique-des-laurentides-camp-mercier\">Camp Mercier at the R\u00e9serve faunique des Laurentides<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Original experiences for your winter itinerary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to do something unique? Here are a few ideas! Meet mini horses, try ski-shoeing, or go winter camping, backcountry skiing, or snowmobiling. <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/what-to-do\/?cat=activites-originales\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/what-to-do\/?cat=activites-originales\">Learn more here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information after a full day of playing outside<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All that fresh air will give you an appetite, so you\u2019ll want to <a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/where-to-eat\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/where-to-eat\/\">pick a good restaurant!<\/a><br>And you\u2019ll probably want to extend the fun as long as possible, so<a href=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/where-to-sleep\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/where-to-sleep\/\"> find the perfect place to stay.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope we\u2019ve inspired you to get out your long johns and head outdoors this winter!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover activities to do this winter via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TourismeJacquesCartier\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TourismeJacquesCartier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a><br>Discover activities to do this winter via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourismejc\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tourismejc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make the most of the snowy season in La Jacques-Cartier In the forest sparkling with a fresh coat of snow, you can ski, skate, toboggan, walk, and relax\u2026 then enjoy a good bite to eat! And if you\u2019re looking to extend the fun, there are plenty of accommodations to choose from. Let us show you [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"season":[46,38],"class_list":["post-1757","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","season-hiver-en","season-winter"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1757","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1757"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1757\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":769227,"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1757\/revisions\/769227"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1757"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1757"},{"taxonomy":"season","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jacques-cartier.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/season?post=1757"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}