Designed with families in mind, this gourmet tour combines the discovery of local products, encounters with animals and activities for young and old alike. Through carefully selected stops along the Charlevoix Flavours Trail, it offers unique and educational experiences for a family weekend.
Farm visits, outdoor spaces and gourmet discoveries punctuate the itinerary, without pressure or long journeys.
Note: Distances are kept to a reasonable minimum, allowing you to enjoy your family getaway at an adapted pace.
Family activities on the Charlevoix Flavours Trail
Day 1
Mousse Café - solidarity cooperative, Baie-Saint-Paul
Day 1
Mousse Café - solidarity cooperative, Baie-Saint-Paul
Mousse Café, a solidarity cooperative, is the perfect place to start your family getaway on a relaxed note. Located in downtown Baie-Saint-Paul, the venue features a wide variety of board games and a special area dedicated to children. Parents will appreciate the excellent coffee and sweet treats.
Ferme Ambrosia, Saint-Hilarion
Ferme Ambrosia, Saint-Hilarion
Are the kids restless and ready to stretch their legs? The itinerary continues outdoors at Ferme Ambrosia near Saint-Hilarion. A large area awaits you for snowshoeing. The forest trails, marked by the municipality, are safe and well-marked. The loops are of a reasonable length for your little ones. On your way back, take the opportunity to stock up on local products at the shop while warming up with a nice hot chocolate!
Hydromel Charlevoix, Baie-Saint-Paul
Hydromel Charlevoix, Baie-Saint-Paul
A member of Quebec’s economuseum network, Hydromel Charlevoix offers an immersive tour into the world of bees. Product tastings (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), a multimedia area, a gift shop, and interpretive panels will delight parents and children alike. Recently renovated, the site offers a fun, educational, and delicious experience.
Day 2
Alpagas Charlevoix, Les Éboulements
Day 2
Alpagas Charlevoix, Les Éboulements
The next day, head to Alpagas Charlevoix, a family-run business that excels in the art of showcasing products from their farm. In addition to taking a full tour of the facilities, you can set off on an ALPA-TREKKING adventure and admire the scenery. The kids will long remember the time they walked their own alpaca along the trails.
La Chocolaterie du Village, Les Éboulements
La Chocolaterie du Village, Les Éboulements
After your adventure, it’s time for a 100% cocoa break! Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, La Chocolaterie du Village offers a wide variety of chocolates made on-site, ice cream, and decadent hot chocolate.
Aux petits moutons tout ronds (Ferme Fritz-Philip inc.), Saint-Hilarion
Aux petits moutons tout ronds (Ferme Fritz-Philip inc.), Saint-Hilarion
Ready for a unique family outing? Aux petits moutons tout ronds (Ferme Fritz-Philip Inc.) invites you to enjoy a real farm experience in an enchanting setting. Kids will love bottle-feeding the lambs and brushing the horses, while parents take in the moment. Reservations are required, as spots are limited.
Migneron family from Charlevoix, Baie-Saint-Paul
Migneron family from Charlevoix, Baie-Saint-Paul
On the way back, a stop at the Migneron de Charlevoix family shop is a must to round out this wool-filled day. Sheep’s milk cheese has been a specialty here for over 30 years—a treat to savour with the whole family. At the shop, you can also watch the Migneron cheese wheels aging while sampling the products made on-site.
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For more foodie discoveries, explore Charlevoix’s Flavour Trail.