St-Mathieu-du-Parc guide - english
Nature
In a giant maze, discover the fascinating universe of the Coureur des Bois. These great adventurers have traveled in bark canoes and snowshoes our immense territory in search of the most beautiful furs. While having fun, discover their great journeys and their way of life. This activity is for people of all ages. Two formulas are proposed: the animated course lasting 2 hours and the autonomous course lasting approximately 1 hour.
Located 7.8 km from the chalet
7 moradores locais recomendam
Labyrinthe coureur des bois
1311 Chemin St JosephIn a giant maze, discover the fascinating universe of the Coureur des Bois. These great adventurers have traveled in bark canoes and snowshoes our immense territory in search of the most beautiful furs. While having fun, discover their great journeys and their way of life. This activity is for people of all ages. Two formulas are proposed: the animated course lasting 2 hours and the autonomous course lasting approximately 1 hour.
Located 7.8 km from the chalet
Nature
Beyond the coniferous and deciduous forests, you can see a few touches of azure: the park has more than 150 lakes of varying sizes. In summer, hiking, swimming, picnicking, nautical activities, road and gravel biking, recreational fishing and more await you. In winter, the scenery offers a unique experience of winter hiking, cross-country skiing and ice climbing. Fun for the whole family!
* St-Mathieu-du-Parc entrance on St-François road (open from May to October)
Only 10 minutes from the chalet!
* St-Jean-des-Piles entrance: 3009 Chem. from Saint-Jean-des-Piles
* St-Gérard-des-Laurentides entrance. (This entry is exclusively reserved for visitors to Domaine Wabenaki-Andrew or holders of a Parks Canada Discovery pass or a season pass)
Accueil principal du Parc national de la Mauricie
Chemin Saint FrançoisBeyond the coniferous and deciduous forests, you can see a few touches of azure: the park has more than 150 lakes of varying sizes. In summer, hiking, swimming, picnicking, nautical activities, road and gravel biking, recreational fishing and more await you. In winter, the scenery offers a unique experience of winter hiking, cross-country skiing and ice climbing. Fun for the whole family!
* St-Mathieu-du-Parc entrance on St-François road (open from May to October)
Only 10 minutes from the chalet!
* St-Jean-des-Piles entrance: 3009 Chem. from Saint-Jean-des-Piles
* St-Gérard-des-Laurentides entrance. (This entry is exclusively reserved for visitors to Domaine Wabenaki-Andrew or holders of a Parks Canada Discovery pass or a season pass)
2001 Chemin St Francois, Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc, QC G0X 1N0
Welcome to our Parc Récréo, a place of tranquility that is the pride of our municipality. It is open year-round for the practice of outdoor activities without any access fees. Parc Récréo is everyone's park, so welcome home, on public land, in this park maintained and managed on a voluntary basis by regional organizations.
Located 9.7 km from the chalet
27 moradores locais recomendam
Parc récréoforestier Saint-Mathieu
2001 Chemin St François2001 Chemin St Francois, Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc, QC G0X 1N0
Welcome to our Parc Récréo, a place of tranquility that is the pride of our municipality. It is open year-round for the practice of outdoor activities without any access fees. Parc Récréo is everyone's park, so welcome home, on public land, in this park maintained and managed on a voluntary basis by regional organizations.
Located 9.7 km from the chalet
The Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc covered bridge was built in 1936 to connect the banks of the Shawinigan River. At the time, this sector of the Municipality was very prosperous and housed a sawmill, a cheese factory and a forge. You can still see imposing cement pillars, vestiges of the sawmill. The bridge, cited as a historical monument by the municipality in 2001, was restored in 2009, giving it a proud appearance. Near the bridge, along the Shawinigan River, the municipality created a historical park in 2007 to commemorate part of the history of this area. Interpretation panels have also been installed along the park's trails relating the highlights of this flourishing era. This is a great place to picnic, swim and appreciate the beauty of the Shawinigan River. In the spring when the snow melts or after heavy rains, the waterfalls alone are worth the trip. This site is also accessible to the public for sport fishing.
Located 6.3 km from the chalet
Pont couvert de St-Mathieu
1391-1371 Chem. de la Terrasse des ChutesThe Saint-Mathieu-du-Parc covered bridge was built in 1936 to connect the banks of the Shawinigan River. At the time, this sector of the Municipality was very prosperous and housed a sawmill, a cheese factory and a forge. You can still see imposing cement pillars, vestiges of the sawmill. The bridge, cited as a historical monument by the municipality in 2001, was restored in 2009, giving it a proud appearance. Near the bridge, along the Shawinigan River, the municipality created a historical park in 2007 to commemorate part of the history of this area. Interpretation panels have also been installed along the park's trails relating the highlights of this flourishing era. This is a great place to picnic, swim and appreciate the beauty of the Shawinigan River. In the spring when the snow melts or after heavy rains, the waterfalls alone are worth the trip. This site is also accessible to the public for sport fishing.
Located 6.3 km from the chalet
Following your visit to the Auberge du Trappeur, the animals will no longer hold any secrets for you. Whether through a visit to the Wildlife Museum, which contains more than 130 stuffed animals with their information sheets, or during a guided observation outing, where you can observe black bears, moose and wolves in their natural environment.
Located 9.9 km from the chalet
Musee De La Faune
2120 Chemin St FrançoisFollowing your visit to the Auberge du Trappeur, the animals will no longer hold any secrets for you. Whether through a visit to the Wildlife Museum, which contains more than 130 stuffed animals with their information sheets, or during a guided observation outing, where you can observe black bears, moose and wolves in their natural environment.
Located 9.9 km from the chalet
Sport
Enchanting par 36 course of 3140 yards with a breathtaking view of the majestic Laurentians.
* Golf Shop
* Bar and snack bar
* Equipment rental
* Hand and motorized carts
* Field and practice green
Located 10.8 km away
10 moradores locais recomendam
Golf Saint Gerard Des Laurentides
651 Chem. des BouleauxEnchanting par 36 course of 3140 yards with a breathtaking view of the majestic Laurentians.
* Golf Shop
* Bar and snack bar
* Equipment rental
* Hand and motorized carts
* Field and practice green
Located 10.8 km away
Vallée du Parc has 33 ski slopes, 3 snowshoe trails and 1 alpine toboggan run, in addition to family activities and events throughout the season. The perfect place to take full advantage of winter!
Located 18.2 km from the chalet
40 moradores locais recomendam
Vallée Du Parc
10000 Chem. de la Vallée-du-ParcVallée du Parc has 33 ski slopes, 3 snowshoe trails and 1 alpine toboggan run, in addition to family activities and events throughout the season. The perfect place to take full advantage of winter!
Located 18.2 km from the chalet
Located close to the Étoile de St-Mathieu (1.3 km).
To enjoy the beach and the swimming pool.
$6 / day (free for children under 6).
Boat rental at $50 per day or $10 per hour (paddle board, canoe, kayak, rowboat, pedal boat), life jacket included. It is best to book the same morning to ensure availability.
Camping du Lac Bellemare
300 Chemin des GélinasLocated close to the Étoile de St-Mathieu (1.3 km).
To enjoy the beach and the swimming pool.
$6 / day (free for children under 6).
Boat rental at $50 per day or $10 per hour (paddle board, canoe, kayak, rowboat, pedal boat), life jacket included. It is best to book the same morning to ensure availability.
Mont SM is distinguished by its 93 hectares of mountainous terrain, the beauty of its landscapes and the quality of its trails.
Summer: mountain bike trails and pumptrack for children.
Winter: Off-piste ski slopes in complete autonomy.
Activities available:
Mountain bike (20km);
Off-piste skiing (3 trails and 2 glades).
Rental services available
Located 9.4 km from the chalet
12 moradores locais recomendam
Mont SM
201 Chem. du CantonMont SM is distinguished by its 93 hectares of mountainous terrain, the beauty of its landscapes and the quality of its trails.
Summer: mountain bike trails and pumptrack for children.
Winter: Off-piste ski slopes in complete autonomy.
Activities available:
Mountain bike (20km);
Off-piste skiing (3 trails and 2 glades).
Rental services available
Located 9.4 km from the chalet
Ecole Alternative de la Tortue-Des-Bois
1840 Chemin Principalschool park
Located 800 m from the chalet
Cultural
Adjacent to Les Funambules café, La Petite Place des Arts is a cultural organization dedicated to the dissemination of the visual arts and the promotion of the performing arts.
At its disposal and under its management, an exhibition hall, a multifunctional room, a cultural garden and a bike rest stop.
A space shared with a music school, a hair salon and a Wellness Area.
Located 900 m from the chalet
8 moradores locais recomendam
La petite Place des Arts
1781 Chem. PrincipalAdjacent to Les Funambules café, La Petite Place des Arts is a cultural organization dedicated to the dissemination of the visual arts and the promotion of the performing arts.
At its disposal and under its management, an exhibition hall, a multifunctional room, a cultural garden and a bike rest stop.
A space shared with a music school, a hair salon and a Wellness Area.
Located 900 m from the chalet
Exhibitions, historical events and demonstrations of old techniques and recoveries. Artisan recycler shop.
Located 6.6 km from the chalet
Maison La Tradition
1210 Chem. PrincipalExhibitions, historical events and demonstrations of old techniques and recoveries. Artisan recycler shop.
Located 6.6 km from the chalet
Bibliothèque Micheline H.-Gélinas
600 Chemin de l'EskerWelcome passenger visitors!
Located 900 m from the chalet
Bibliothèque Micheline H.-Gélinas
600 Chemin de l'EskerWelcome passenger visitors!
Located 900 m from the chalet
The Duchy of Bicolline is the largest domain dedicated to medieval fantasy role-playing in North America, with a village built and developed by its participants, comprising more than 190 buildings.
*Registration is required to participate in the activities and knowledge of the rules is required.
Located 2.6 km from the chalet
13 moradores locais recomendam
Duché de Bicolline
1480 Chem. PrincipalThe Duchy of Bicolline is the largest domain dedicated to medieval fantasy role-playing in North America, with a village built and developed by its participants, comprising more than 190 buildings.
*Registration is required to participate in the activities and knowledge of the rules is required.
Located 2.6 km from the chalet
See a reconstruction of the buildings of the 11 Aboriginal nations of Quebec on the Auberge du Trappeur site. You will have the choice between a guided tour or the audio guide to learn a wealth of information on the way of life, culture and history of these peoples.
Located 9.9 km from the chalet.
Mokotakan, Native site
2120 Chemin Saint FrançoisSee a reconstruction of the buildings of the 11 Aboriginal nations of Quebec on the Auberge du Trappeur site. You will have the choice between a guided tour or the audio guide to learn a wealth of information on the way of life, culture and history of these peoples.
Located 9.9 km from the chalet.
Where to eat
With friends and family, come and soak up the atmosphere of a good meal, a good beer, a coffee, an ice cream, etc. and take the opportunity to visit the shop (Phil's products, coffee, frozen foods, etc.)
Located 10.9 km from the chalet
L'Atmosphere 351
1591 Chemin de Saint-GérardWith friends and family, come and soak up the atmosphere of a good meal, a good beer, a coffee, an ice cream, etc. and take the opportunity to visit the shop (Phil's products, coffee, frozen foods, etc.)
Located 10.9 km from the chalet
La Petite Place des Arts' coffee. Lunches, dinners, specialty coffees, local products, homemade desserts, exhibitions, and a “cosy” atmosphere just for you!
The service here is impeccable!
Located 900 m from the chalet
Café Les funambules
1781 Chemin PrincipalLa Petite Place des Arts' coffee. Lunches, dinners, specialty coffees, local products, homemade desserts, exhibitions, and a “cosy” atmosphere just for you!
The service here is impeccable!
Located 900 m from the chalet
Fine gourmet French cuisine, simple, comforting and accessible to all.
Restaurant, grocery store, creamery
Located 12.7 km from the chalet
Le Prince Élie
2382 Avenue PrincipaleFine gourmet French cuisine, simple, comforting and accessible to all.
Restaurant, grocery store, creamery
Located 12.7 km from the chalet
A menu with fine flavors is offered in a magnificent glazed dining room offering a view of the lake and the mountains. Renowned chef Samy Benabed serves fine boreal cuisine by creating original and tasty dishes from the best local Quebec products. This high quality and exceptional cuisine with Nordic trends and flavors will satisfy all your senses.
Mandatory reservation. Open Thursday to Monday.
Located just diagonally to the chalet.
6 moradores locais recomendam
Auberge St-Mathieu-Du-Lac
2081 Chem. PrincipalA menu with fine flavors is offered in a magnificent glazed dining room offering a view of the lake and the mountains. Renowned chef Samy Benabed serves fine boreal cuisine by creating original and tasty dishes from the best local Quebec products. This high quality and exceptional cuisine with Nordic trends and flavors will satisfy all your senses.
Mandatory reservation. Open Thursday to Monday.
Located just diagonally to the chalet.
Small village grocery store with SAQ (choice of beers from Quebec microbreweries)
Located 600 m from the chalet
Épicerie A Langlois
1921 Chem. PrincipalSmall village grocery store with SAQ (choice of beers from Quebec microbreweries)
Located 600 m from the chalet
Grocery store in St-Gérard-des-Laurentides. You can even have a coffee there while you relax.
Warm and courteous service.
Last service station before La Mauricie Park.
Located 12 km from the chalet.
8 moradores locais recomendam
Epicerie Ami Corriveau
1161 Chem. de Saint-GérardGrocery store in St-Gérard-des-Laurentides. You can even have a coffee there while you relax.
Warm and courteous service.
Last service station before La Mauricie Park.
Located 12 km from the chalet.
The Café Bistro is a bistronomic restaurant that transports you to a friendly, rustic atmosphere focused on happiness. All meals are homemade with love. The decor, inspired by the owner's many travels, will make you feel completely elsewhere. The place was once the village forge where the blacksmith left his energy. Multiple events are offered throughout the summer, from shows by local artists to conferences of all kinds. The large terrace in the sun allows you to enjoy nature while sipping a good local beer or even a mojito with mint from the garden.
Snack Bar at Mélo
The Bistro snack trailer is in the heart of the village. The canteen-style menu is very varied and original. Several vegetarian options are offered, hence why this food truck stands out in the region. Its yellow color brings out the life and love you put into it while cooking. There is also a rumor that they serve the best poutine in the village. The village snack bar also offers homemade pizzas, take-out meals and soft serve ice cream.
Located 650 m from the chalet
17 moradores locais recomendam
Café Bistro du Village St-Mathieu-du-Parc
1901 Chemin PrincipalThe Café Bistro is a bistronomic restaurant that transports you to a friendly, rustic atmosphere focused on happiness. All meals are homemade with love. The decor, inspired by the owner's many travels, will make you feel completely elsewhere. The place was once the village forge where the blacksmith left his energy. Multiple events are offered throughout the summer, from shows by local artists to conferences of all kinds. The large terrace in the sun allows you to enjoy nature while sipping a good local beer or even a mojito with mint from the garden.
Snack Bar at Mélo
The Bistro snack trailer is in the heart of the village. The canteen-style menu is very varied and original. Several vegetarian options are offered, hence why this food truck stands out in the region. Its yellow color brings out the life and love you put into it while cooking. There is also a rumor that they serve the best poutine in the village. The village snack bar also offers homemade pizzas, take-out meals and soft serve ice cream.
Located 650 m from the chalet
Come live the experience, let yourself be guided by the aromas and flavors of the Boulangerie Du bon pain... crust que crust in Saint-Élie-de-Caxton. The bread here is simply divine!
You will also find excellent local products!
8 moradores locais recomendam
Du bon pain croûte que croûte
2440 Ave PrincipaleCome live the experience, let yourself be guided by the aromas and flavors of the Boulangerie Du bon pain... crust que crust in Saint-Élie-de-Caxton. The bread here is simply divine!
You will also find excellent local products!
The Gardens At The Edge Of Water
1020 Chemin PrincipalLocal fruit and vegetable kiosk.
Located 7.8 km from the chalet.
Quartiers
A land of nature and culture, the destination of Saint-Élie-de-Caxton is full of activities for families, nature lovers, history buffs and art lovers. In a more than enchanting setting, you will have the chance to rub shoulders with a population of warm, welcoming and lively people.
* Historic carriage ride
* Walking tour with audioguide
* Botanical Garden
* Exhibitions at the Garage de la Culture
* Monarch bike rental
* Several artists' and craftsmen's shops
* Shows on Thursdays 5 to 7. Every Thursday in the summer from July 1 to September 2. Promotion of local and regional artists and support for the next generation. Free
* Various shows depending on the program
The heart of the village is located 12.3 km from the chalet
27 moradores locais recomendam
Saint-Élie-de-Caxton
A land of nature and culture, the destination of Saint-Élie-de-Caxton is full of activities for families, nature lovers, history buffs and art lovers. In a more than enchanting setting, you will have the chance to rub shoulders with a population of warm, welcoming and lively people.
* Historic carriage ride
* Walking tour with audioguide
* Botanical Garden
* Exhibitions at the Garage de la Culture
* Monarch bike rental
* Several artists' and craftsmen's shops
* Shows on Thursdays 5 to 7. Every Thursday in the summer from July 1 to September 2. Promotion of local and regional artists and support for the next generation. Free
* Various shows depending on the program
The heart of the village is located 12.3 km from the chalet
Informations sur la ville
In the heart of the Mauricie region, Shawinigan still fascinates with its vast expanses of water and boreal forest, to which amazing cultural, heritage and educational activities have been added over time! Its territory, nearly 1,000 square kilometres, lends itself to a host of activities in all seasons.
According to those who know it, Shawinigan has the advantage of transporting us in less time than it takes to say through grandiose natural landscapes while guaranteeing us easy and quick access to its downtown where attractive restaurants, cozy bistros, microbreweries, cafes, pastries and boutiques with distinctive products are concentrated. Between two nature outings, we run to comfort ourselves!
From a cultural point of view, the city offers several entertaining activities and shows, in addition to counting small hidden treasures to discover, some of which are classified as National Historic Sites.
The strength of Shawinigan is to serve you the perfect balance between nature and urbanity in the spirit of an urban chalet and that's perfect for the holidays!
It's really worth the detour!
Located 19 km from the chalet
16 moradores locais recomendam
Shawinigan
In the heart of the Mauricie region, Shawinigan still fascinates with its vast expanses of water and boreal forest, to which amazing cultural, heritage and educational activities have been added over time! Its territory, nearly 1,000 square kilometres, lends itself to a host of activities in all seasons.
According to those who know it, Shawinigan has the advantage of transporting us in less time than it takes to say through grandiose natural landscapes while guaranteeing us easy and quick access to its downtown where attractive restaurants, cozy bistros, microbreweries, cafes, pastries and boutiques with distinctive products are concentrated. Between two nature outings, we run to comfort ourselves!
From a cultural point of view, the city offers several entertaining activities and shows, in addition to counting small hidden treasures to discover, some of which are classified as National Historic Sites.
The strength of Shawinigan is to serve you the perfect balance between nature and urbanity in the spirit of an urban chalet and that's perfect for the holidays!
It's really worth the detour!
Located 19 km from the chalet