Laurentians Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
administrative region in Quebec, Canada
About Laurentians
The region takes its name from the chain of mountains which runs down its northern side, and is part of the great Canadian Shield which covers most of Quebec north of the St. Lawrence River. Covering 22,000 km², the Laurentians span lakes, forests of maple and pine and, above all, the mountains, making this a top alpine ski getaway in eastern Canada and Quebec's answer to Cottage Country. The area was inhabited by the Montagnais First Nations tribe, until the French settled in the first half of the 19th century, establishing an agricultural presence throughout the valleys. During the 20th century, the area also became a popular tourist destination, based on a cottage and lake in the summer, and a cross-country skiing and cross country skiing in the winter.
Laurentians Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: