The Quartier du Petit Champlain in Quebec

Currently, thee Petit Champlain is one of the most frequented neighborhoods by visitors and tourists in Quebec. Very popular for its many craft shops, restaurants, the appearance of the buildings, its lively corners, it is a historic district of great beauty. If you've always wanted to discover the Petit Champlain district and its history, this article will give you a taste of this magnificent place.

Le Petit Champlain is a must in Old Quebec. Located at the foot of Cap Diamant, it is located in lower Quebec City, near the shores of the St. Lawrence River and a few kilometers from the Old Port marina and the cruise port. It is a place full of history, a lively place that welcomes more than 1.5 million visitors from all over the world every year.

In the Quartier du Petit Champlain, you will find around fifty craft and workshop shops as well as around ten good bars and restaurants for gastronomy lovers and several accommodations where you can stay.

Le Petit Champlain owes its name to the person who founded Quebec in the years 1608, named Samuel Champlain. Recognized as being the oldest artery in Quebec, its alleys were at the time a path that leads to a fountain erected by Samuel de Champlain around the beginning of the 17th century.^th century. Very busy, this path quickly became a road that connects the Upper Town. You will also find "L'escalier Casse-Cou" located in the northeast. This staircase has linked the lower town and the upper town since the 1630s. At the foot of this staircase, you will find a funicular to access the Dufferin terrace which is the emblem of Quebec City.

Visitors prefer to go to Petit Champlain for a multitude of reasons:

• to discover passages from magical fairy tales at Christmas: this neighborhood is reminiscent of the Christmas movies we often see on TV. Snowy streets, Christmas songs, fairy lights that overflow the streets of Petit Champlain and buildings, etc., the Christmas spirit is there.
• to discover the culture of Quebecers. Everywhere in the Quartier du Petit Champlain, you will be greeted with a big smile. The inhabitants are also happy and very proud to share their know-how with you.
• to enjoy various events. The “Quebec Winter Carnival” is one of the liveliest that takes place during the winter, at the end of January or at the beginning of February.
• to visit the must-see places and historic monuments found in Old Quebec such as the Petit Champlain Theater, for example.
• To see the large ice sculptures made by artisans throughout Petit Champlain: sculpture in the shape of a wolf, horse, carriage, etc. You will find several.
• To discover unusual landscapes.

It should also be noted that you will find traders of all kinds. And don't forget to buy souvenir items in the small shops of local artisans, as well as many local specialties such as Maple syrup, during your passage.