TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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To learn more about the origins and history of the Island of Orleans, visitors can enjoy a visit to the Maison de nos Aieux (House of our Ancestors Museum). This museum has records about the 300 families that originally established the town, as well as guided tours and a gift shop.
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The Church of Sainte-Famille-de-l’Île-d’Orléans is quite wide and uses its width to incorporate many elements above its’ main entrance.
The first thing you will notice about this church is its’ 3 towers above the main entrance. The second thing would notice is the statues situated above the main door.
The interior is also quite sleek, using natural light and the walls to illuminate everything. The inside of the church houses several chandeliers, statues, and paintings which gives the church a very strikingly beautiful interior.
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The Ferme Guillame Letourneau is a farm located in the town. Established in 1982, the farm spans over 86 hectares and produces apples, berries, pumpkins, maple syrup treats, and vegetables. Visitors are welcome to explore the fields or shop for fresh produce at the kiosk.
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Maison Drouin provides visitors with a chance to experience the 18th century. Maison Druin has relics, exhibits about the blacksmith trade, and interactive building activities.
Photo: https://www.fondationfrancoislamy.com/fr/maison-drouin/activites
For a tasty snack, visitors could visit Boulangerie Blouin, a pastry shop in Saint Famille. In operation for over 100 years, the Boulangerie Boulin guarantees fresh products with carefully selected ingredients. The menu consists of bread, pastries, prepared meals, and beverages.
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Ancestors Park is located in Saint-Famille with a view of the St. Lawrence River. Accessible to the general public, there is a monument commemorating the families that worked to establish the town. Visitors can enjoy the greenery and fresh air in this park.
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With 8,000 vine plants of varying grapes, Miton Vineyard was established in 1998 by Marcellin Turcotte. A relaxing terrace with a view of the St. Lawrence River is available for visitors to enjoy. Multiple kinds of cheese and charcuterie boards are available to customers. Harvesting usually takes place in the early Autumn and is done by hand to ensure quality pick.
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The Relais des Pins is a sugar shack located in Saint-Famille. Specializing in preparing traditional meals, it provides a welcoming environment with folk music. In March and April, fresh maple products are available for tasting.
The “Sugar Cabin Experience” is available year-round, with several sweets, including taffy. An informative video is open to visitors who want to learn more about maple syrup.
Photos: https://lerelaisdespins.com/; Google Maps
