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Highlights
Take a stroll on North America’s oldest streets, along the Fortifications of Québec.
Discover the place where Québec City was officially founded.
Be puzzled by the mystery of the cannonball tree.
Learn about the founders of the capital of New France.
Storyline
You are one of the soldiers who survived.
In your pocket, you hold a letter, containing details of the plan of the next British attack on Québec.
You decide to find French general Montcalm, who managed to escape in the citadel of Québec. Can you give him the letter in time, prepare a defensive operation and save the city?
Places you will visit
11
It will take you
73-103 mins
You will walk
2240 steps
Total distance
1.7 km
Experience's route
Starting point fontaine de Tourny
3004 Avenue Honoré-Mercier, Québec, QC G1A, CanadaFinish point Place Royale
2-4 Rue des Pains Bénits, Ville de Québec, QC G1K Rue des Pains Bénits, Québec, QC G1K 4G8, CanadaPlaces to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Place Royale
Place de l'Hôtel de Ville
fontaine de Tourny
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the story behind Old Town Quebec: European Charm?
You’re a soldier who survived the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759, and you’re carrying a secret letter detailing a new British attack. Your mission: find General Montcalm in the citadel, pass along the message, and help defend Québec before it’s too late.
Who will enjoy this quest most — history fans, couples, or families?
It’s great for history buffs who love the colonial past. ALSO good for couples who like romantic old-town walks + mystery. Families with older kids who can follow a plot and don’t mind a little urgency will also dig it.
What landmarks will we pass by / see?
You’ll start at Fontaine de Tourny, go along the Fortifications, visit Place Royale, the founding place of Québec City, the Hôtel de Ville square, and stop by quirky spots like the cannonball tree. Hidden gems, not just big monuments.
Will locals discover something new doing this?
Definitely. Even folks familiar with Québec City say they learn stories, see alleys or plaques they never noticed. The clues pull up details of the past people walk right past normally.
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