304, rue Félix-Antoine Savard, C.P.40 |
Papeterie Saint-Gilles, paper economuseum Craftsmen from Papeterie Saint-Gilles produce a fine cotton paper inlaid with local leaves and flowers. The workshop, paper museum and boutique, make it the first paper economuseum in the country. The Papeterie Saint-Gilles has won many regional and national awards. Founded in 1965 by Monsignor Felix-Antoine Savard, it has gained international reputation. |
| Maritime Museum of Charlevoix, schooner economuseum
Across from Papeterie Saint-Gilles, this old shipyard has been converted into a nautical museum on schooners; a stroll through several buildings explains Charlevoix's maritime history. In addition, schooners from the captivating era of the coasters are displayed. One of them is opened to visitors and in season, a guide recounts life aboard these ships. |
305, place de l'église, Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive G0A 3Y0 |
303, rue de l'Église |
The Santons
The boutique "Les Santons de Charlevoix" offers small hand-painted clay figurines representing the Nativity scene and traditional trades. The buildings are in the style of those of Charlevoix. |
| General Store Rodolphe Tremblay
Founded by Mr. Rodolphe Tremblay in 1911, it is still in operation. It is worth mentioning that, from father to son, the descendants were able to preserve the initial functions of the establishment |
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319, Félix-Antoine-Savard |
The Laurentide Bakery
Founded in 1908 and moved to its present location around 1916-1917, the bakery retains, to this day, its craftmanship; several types of bread, brioches, croissants and pies are still hand-made. |
| Jardins du
Centre
Coming down the steep hill from Les Éboulements, you will notice vast gardens where diversified fruits and vegetables grow, thanks to a micro climate, from conventional fava beans to gastronomical mini-vegetables. Jam, home-made marinades and a wide variety of products from Charlevoix. |
91, rang Centre |
And more...
Strolling in the village, you'll find artists, boutiques, restauration, (restaurants, terraces, snack bars, pic-nic areas). You also have access to tennis courts and swimming pools ($).
Activities time-table
| Papeterie Saint-Gilles | Open year-round. Group demonstration: Priced guided tour. Reservations required. Free admission |
| Maritime Museum of Charlevoix | From May 15th to June 23rd and from Septembre 7th to October 11th, Monday
to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. From June 24th to September 6th, daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guided tours available for groups. Admission : Adults: 3$, children 0-15 years: free. Groups 3$ per person, taxes included. |
| The Santons | From May 15th to June 23rd and from September 6th to October
15th, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. From June 24th to September 5th, daily 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission : Free. Reservations required for groups: 1$ per person (taxes extra). |
| The General Store | Open year-round. |
| The Laurentide Bakery | Open year-round. |
| The Jardins du Centre | Open from beginning of May to end of October.
Reservation needed during winter time Free access to the site. |
