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| Truly a land of dualities and contrasts, Outaouais delivers genuine rural atmosphere along with unparalleled urban excitement. Bordering the Ottawa River, the region sits across from Canada’s capital city, and extends far into a backcountry dominated by forest and dotted with innumerable lakes and rivers. The region offers one experience after another: picturesque villages, sports and outdoor destinations, diverse activities and attractions – with the festive and cultural rhythms of city life never far away. |
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Museums, you say?
The vibrant city of Gatineau is home to a brace of museums devoted to all manner of subjects, including the celebrated Canadian Museum of Civilization, a masterwork of architecture. |
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Lush parkland just minutes from downtown
Gatineau Park, just outside the city, is the perfect outdoor destination, where you can tour the summer estate of a famous former prime minister. |
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Travel back in time
How about a trip on a steam train? Surprising as it may seem, you can experience this rare mode of travel – and enjoy an onboard meal – on a ride from Hull to Wakefield, Québec, and back. |
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Natural wonders galore!
In this vast region, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to see birds and beasts, or engage in your favourite outdoor pastimes, thanks to Outaouais region’s many parks and animal preserves. |
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 Spice up your stay by attending one of the many summer festivals and major events: from fireworks, live shows and floral festivals to hot-air ballooning! |
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| For more daring types, extreme adventure awaits, with spelunking, parachuting, rafting, bungee jumping, ziplining and more! |
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| A chic hotel, colourful shows, gourmet dining and, of course, games of chance punctuated by lots of laughter and fun are on tap at Casino du Lac-Leamy. |
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| The region’s many artists and craftspeople will be delighted to show you their talents and expertise – and many regularly open the doors of their studios and workshops! |
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| Stop in at Fairmont Le Château Montebello, the world’s largest log hotel, where you can take afternoon tea in unforgettably enchanting surroundings. |
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| In the valleyed lands halfway between Montréal and Gatineau, you’ll find inns and B&Bs run by locals justly renowned for their warm, welcoming ways. |
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