Les meilleurs hôtels à Québec

Quebec City is one of the oldest European settlements in North America, and the continent’s only walled city north of Mexico. Established in 1608 as capital of New France, Quebec City is has an Old World atmosphere and reflects its French birthright in myriad ways: vintage stone houses, cobbled streets with outdoor cafes, patisseries and an attitude of gentile nonchalance. Québec City is divided into Haute-Ville, the fortified city at the crest of Cap Diamant, with winding streets and leafy squares within stone walls, and Basse-Ville, the old port on the St. Lawrence. Here, amid restored stone warehouses and silos are friendly inns, boutiques, restaurants and promenades along the river.
Quebec City is not only one of the oldest cities on the continent, it is also one of the most beautiful. The only walled city in North America, the historic architecture of the Old City has undergone major restorations that have returned much of its original beauty. Prime among this historic real estate is The Citadelle, home to the "Van Doos," the Royal 22nd Regiment, making it the largest North American fort still occupied by troops. Occupying the highest point of Cap Diamant, 320 feet above the St. Lawrence River, the site was first built on by the French, but the majority of buildings were constructed by the British under orders from the Duke of Wellington, who was anxious about American attack after the war of 1812. In addition to the Old World charm of the capital city of La Belle Province, Quebec also bills itself as the World's Snow Capital From humble beginnings, the Quebec Carnival is now Quebec City's third-largest industry, featuring colorful sashes, fanciful snow sculptures, and a traditional canoe race across a half-frozen St. Lawrence.