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A vast array of educational and sports activities are available to families who visit the city of La Malbaie.
Would you like to see black bears in their natural habitat or have your breath taken away by dozens of kilometres of trails?
Learn more about these exciting activities in our list of 7 family activities to do in and around La Malbaie.
Book a cottage for rent in La Malbaie now to enjoy these activities!
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Would you like to spend a day with your family in the company of horses?
Le Centre du Cheval Enchanteur equestrian centre in La Malbaie offers a full range of equestrian activities for the entire family.
Whether you only have half a day to spend or plan to rent there for the weekend, their seasoned team will be happy to offer you an unforgettable stay in the company of their equestrian friends.
Whether it’s an introductory course, ethological horse riding, zootherapy session, lessons with an FEQ-certified instructor, training, games or equestrian techniques, everything has been designed to guarantee that you and your children have an unforgettable and safe experience.
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The thematic attraction of the Saguenay-Saint-Laurent Marine Park, the Centre Écologique de Port-au-Saumon ecological centre, with its nearly 100 hectares along the St. Lawrence River, will appeal to families looking for educational and recreational activities that are specifically centred on the environment.
This activity’s popularity among families can be attributed to its 4 hiking trails that allow the little ones to discover the ecosystems surrounding this area.
A marine organism interpretation pavilion (a large tank that houses marine organisms) was recently inaugurated.
A food service promoting healthy eating habits is also available on site.
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Nestled in the foothills of the Parc National des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie national park, Domaine Le Pic Bois welcomes you to its 840-hectare estate for a family discovery of the natural habitat of two emblematic animals of the province of Quebec: the beaver and the black bear.
In the company of an experienced guide, you can go on a 4-hour excursion to position yourself in an observation tower that will allow you to observe black bears less than 20 metres away from you.
The collecting of wild fruits and mushrooms in the heart of nature is an activity that can also be enjoyed on the site.
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Mont Grand-Fonds, with its 21 slopes and undergrowth, 335-metre vertical drop and numerous cross-country ski and snowshoe trails, is the ideal place for a family outing in the region of La Malbaie.
The heated shelters allow the little ones to warm their fingers and toes, while the equipment rental and repair service guarantees a hassle-free ski outing.
Don’t hesitate to visit the main lodge of Mont Grand-Fonds for an exciting after-ski experience at Pub Le Sommet.
You can relax there sheltered from the cold of winter while enjoying a delicious meal that highlights the local cuisine.
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The Observatoire astronomique et de l’Astroblème de Charlevoix (The Charlevoix Astrobleme and Astronomical Observatory) will delight families in search of fun and educational activities.
Several astronomy discovery activities are offered to the youngest, as well as guided excursions to discover the geology of the region and interpret the origin of the meteorite that impacted Charlevoix.
A qualified science presenter will be happy to share their passion with your children, in addition to offering them a unique chance to observe our world by telescope.
Activities are offered every night of the summer. Visitors also have access to free and open activities year-round.
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The Parc National des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie is a national park that’s a must-see with your family in the La Malbaie region.
You don’t have to take your children to Europe; you just have to show them that in Quebec, our valleys can be just as impressive as the Swiss Alps!
It’s not for nothing that the Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie are the tallest gorges in eastern Canada!
Accessible year-round through the town of Saint-Aimé-des-Lacs, you can even bring Fido with you since dogs are now allowed on the park’s territory as of May 17, 2019.
Be careful that your beautiful furry companion doesn’t scare away our white-tailed deer friends.
Photo credit: La Virée Nordique de Charlevoix
Are you familiar with the La Virée Nordique?
This wintertime family event in Charlevoix encourages people to rediscover the joys of winter through fun sports activities.
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails are exclusively set up for the event and are marked for everyone’s enjoyment.
Families will be enchanted by the Saint-Irénée Family Cross-Country Ski & Snowshoe Day event.
From the village of Saint-Irénée, you will make your way to La Malbaie along the St. Lawrence River while enjoying activities designed for youth. Registration is free for those aged 14 and under.
Check out our other articles on the best things to do in the Charlevoix region!