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Island · Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec
Île-aux-Coudres
A rural island in the St. Lawrence River opposite Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, with a roughly 23 km road around it, old mills, chapels and mountain views.
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About Île-aux-Coudres
Isle-aux-Coudres is an island in the St. Lawrence, a few minutes by ferry from Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, about 20 km from Baie-Saint-Paul. Jacques Cartier passed by in 1535 and named the island for the hazel trees he found.
A roughly 23 km road circles the island; it is flat and popular with cyclists. Along the way are farms, old houses, small procession chapels, the water and windmills of the Moulins de l'Isle-aux-Coudres, and viewpoints over the river with the Charlevoix mountains across the way. At low tide the shores reveal wide bands of rock and mud.
Quebec’s government ferry runs year-round with several crossings per day. The island has inns, restaurants and bicycle rentals.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day to a full day.
Best time
June to September, for cycling and when the mills are open.
How to get there
By the Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive ferry, about 20 km from Baie-Saint-Paul via Route 362. The crossing takes around 15 minutes.
Tip
Cycle the loop: the road is flat and passes the mills and the viewpoints.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Île-aux-Coudres
How do I get to Isle-aux-Coudres?
By the Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive ferry, a crossing of about 15 minutes.
How long is the loop around Isle-aux-Coudres?
The road around the island is about 23 km.
Can you cycle around Isle-aux-Coudres?
Yes, the road is flat and there are bicycle rentals on the island.