Nestled between river and mountains, Charlevoix is one of the rare regions in the world shaped by a meteorite impact. This colossal collision, which occurred 400 million years ago, gave rise to a rugged terrain carved by time—a paradise for cyclists in search of breathtaking views and diverse challenges.

Here, roads roll between sea and peaks, trails wind through dense forests where maples, firs, and rocky cliffs coexist, and every pedal stroke reveals a unique vantage point over the St. Lawrence River, dramatic capes, and heritage villages.

A cradle of tourism in North America as early as the 18th century, Charlevoix was already welcoming the first vacationers who came to marvel at the raw beauty of its landscapes. Today, this tradition of hospitality lives on, carried by a warm and passionate community that brings the region to life through outdoor adventure, local flavors, and culture.

Whether you ride mountain trails, gravel, road, bikepacking routes, touring paths, urban tracks or even winter fatbike trails, Charlevoix welcomes you with a wide variety of safe, inspiring routes set in a landscape where wild nature meets local flavour.