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Baie-Saint-Paul at a Glance
Surrounded by the sea and mountains, Baie-Saint-Paul
is located in Charlevoix and has inspired artists and craftsmen with its pristine
landscape and natural beauty. Today, this village boasts several art galleries
and boutiques,
many found along its main street, Rue-St-Jean-Baptiste. Take home a unique piece
capturing the essence of this region. Other art-inspired attractions include Maison
de Rene-Richard, Carrefour
Culturel Paul-Mederic and the Centre
d’Exposition de Baie-Saint-Paul. Statues of influential artists and individuals
are also found in town with inscriptions of their life and work. Another popular
street is Rue-St-Joseph, lined with historic homes, many showcasing mansard roofs,
a traditional architectural style. A 2 km (1.2 mi) stroll along Rue-Ste-Anne will
lead visitors to the wharf
where they will be welcomed by an aged schooner. From here, enjoy views of the
neighbouring island, Isle-aux-Coudres
or visit the nearby wooded area with a bird-watching trail. Savour the region’s
food products and cuisine in Baie-Saint-Paul’s many restaurants
and cafes or pick up gourmet delights at Aux
Comptoirs Gourmands or sweets from Chocolaterie
Cynthia. Outdoor activities are plentiful including hiking, snowmobiling and
golfing. Randonnees
Nature-Charlevoix offers tours allowing one to discover the impact of a meteorite
that crashed into the area millions of years ago, forming the geography of the
region. The locals are warm and welcoming as is evident with the abundance of
B&Bs
and inns that line the streets. Baie-Saint-Paul is an artist’s paradise offering
beauty, hospitality and scenic adventures.
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