Ile d’Orléans
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A haven of greenery and tranquility, Ile d’Orléans was one of the first European settlements in the New World and is referred to as the cradle of French civilization in North America. Ever since Jacques Cartier arrived here in 1535, the six parishes along this 30-km (18-mile) island have maintained many of the French traditions of the first settlers, and over 600 heritage buildings present a preserved architectural gem. The fertile soil means that the island’s produce has become known as the area’s open-air market.
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1. Ile de Bacchus
When Jacques Cartier found vines here he named it Ile de Bacchus after the Greek god of wine, then changed the name to honor the Duke of Orléans.
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2. Montmorency Falls
Higher than Niagara Falls, Montmorency Falls are a dramatic sight before you cross the bridge onto the island (see Parc de la Chute-Montmorency).
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3. Interpretation Center
The Centre d’Interprétation rents out their $10 tape or CD guide which you can play in your car stereo as you tour the island for a background history of the various parishes.
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4. Auberge la Goeliche
4. Auberge la GoelicheIn the lovely community of Ste-Pétronille the Auberge la Goeliche offers guests old-world hospitality, food and ambiance.
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5. Chocolaterie de l’Ile d’Orléans
5. Chocolaterie de l’Ile d’OrléansSte-Pétronille is home to the most wonderful chocolate-maker in the province, which also sells delicious homemade ice cream, jellies and other edible goodies. It also houses an interesting interpretation center that explains the process of creating chocolate.
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6. Le Vignoble Ste-Pétronille
6. Le Vignoble Ste-PétronilleWith an incredible view across the St Lawrence River to Montmorency Falls, this 50-acre vineyard is an excellent example of a quality, cold-weather grape vintner creating red, white and rosé wines, popular in the restaurants of Québec City.
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7. Horatio Walker Studio
The Canadian landscape artist Horatio Walker was a resident of the island, and his studio is preserved in Ste-Pétronille on the street renamed in his honor. His legacy continues in the work of other island painters such as Horace Champagne.
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8. Domain Steinbach
8. Domain SteinbachDomain Steinbach, located in St-Pierre, welcomes visitors for organic wine and cider tastings, and also makes vinegars and mustards.
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