"Hop on your bike and discover l'Ile-aux-Coudres!" Île aux Coudres by Jefie

Île aux Coudres Travel Guide: 17 reviews and 68 photos

The mountains of Charlevoix, as seen from l'Ile

L'Ile-aux-Coudres is a tiny island (30 km2) located off the shore of the beautiful Charlevoix region. It was first discovered by French explorer Jacques Cartier back in 1535 during his second trip to Canada, and it has since been rediscovered by countless visitors in search of a slow-paced, nature-oriented destination.

The island's first residents moved in during the 1720s, and there are now about 1,300 full-time residents who will be more than happy to help you discover the island's history and culture (ever heard of a "pate croche"?). One thing that is particular of l'Ile-aux-Coudres is that on any given day, you'll find more bicycles than cars on the 23 km road that goes around the island. Time to leave the city behind!

Pros and Cons

Pros:The perfect weekend getaway destination!
Cons:Perhaps not enough things to keep you busy for several days
In a nutshell:A small jewel in the Charlevoix region

Last visit to Île aux Coudres: Oct 2007
Intro Updated Oct 8, 2007
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Reviews (13)

Pointe de l'Islet at the western tip of the island - Île aux Coudres

So much beauty all around! Favorites (1)

As I was biking around the island, I saw so many beautiful landscapes, it was impossible to stop everytime to take a... more travel advice

Bikes in all shapes and sizes at Velo-Coudres! - Île aux Coudres

Velo-Coudres: No bike? No problem! Sports & Outdoors (1)

If you happen to be travelling to l'Ile-aux-Coudres without a bike, you can rent one at Velo-Coudres. Whether you are... more travel advice

La Boulangerie Bouchard, on l'Ile-aux-Coudres - Île aux Coudres

Don't leave the island without freshly... Shopping (2)

On any given day, you'll find people lining up by the cash register of La Boulangerie Bouchard and after you've had a... more travel advice

Tasting room at the Cidrerie Vergers Pedneault - Île aux Coudres

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Back in 1918, the Pedneault family planted their first 300 fruit trees on l'Ile-aux-Coudres. Since then, the family... more travel advice

Transportation (1)
Free ferry to l'Ile-aux-Coudres
Hotels (1)
Cyclists and families are welcome!
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nickandchris Feb 26, 2008 at 8:16 AM

Another beautiful location and excellent tips. (I love cider!!!)
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Nemorino Dec 9, 2007 at 11:51 AM

Congratulations on getting a new bike and having such a nice tour around the island.
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Bwana_Brown Nov 22, 2007 at 10:52 AM

A great page Jefie with beautiful photos to boot! Île aux Coudres looks like a great place to slowdown and enjoy life for a while. Excellent tips!
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breughel Nov 1, 2007 at 11:28 AM

Voilà un magnifique endroit pour se reposer, peut être méditer ou alors faire du vélo ou de la voile.
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Dester Oct 9, 2007 at 3:26 PM

Absolutely beautiful Isa :o)