what to do – summer
mountain bike
Trail enthusiasts, treat yourself to kilometers of wilderness fun.
Just 20 minutes from Quebec City, our center offers a 73 km network of trails for mountain bikers of all levels.
Come and discover our two jumplines and our skills park. We have a large rental center with over 100 bikes.
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Empire 47, the accessible nature experience!
Our recommendations for a successful outing
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- Bicycle helmets are mandatory. You can rent one on site ($).
- We strongly suggest that you wear protective gear (knees + elbows). These can be rented or purchased on site ($).
- Wear sportswear that breathes and is flexible enough not to restrict your movements. Avoid jeans or similar fabrics.
- Avoid loose-fitting pants that could get caught in the clutch chain.
- If you don’t have cycling shoes, bring some sport shoes. Avoid ready-to-wear shoes to avoid damaging them in the forest.
- Bring a water bottle or a “Camelbak” bag to keep well hydrated during your outing. We have water bottles for sale at Empire 47.
- We suggest you wear cycling gloves for a better grip on the grips, available at the Empire 47 boutique.
- Wear breathable sports socks, avoiding cotton or wool, which soak up sweat easily.
- A small snack such as an energy bar or bags of nuts (available at the boutique).
- Private/semi-private coaching available ($). Information/reservation: Guides and advanced training
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For regulars and for those who want to make several trips to the mountains.
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- Have a small set of tools and accessories on hand to repair minor breakages. We suggest:
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- A multi-purpose wrench
- Tire
- A small pump
- Small travel medical kit
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- Have a small set of tools and accessories on hand to repair minor breakages. We suggest:
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hiking
The hiking and running network has been completely revamped.
You’ll find 15km of marked trails of varying levels of difficulty that will take you into a unique forest universe. In fact, after overcoming the obstacles of our expert trails, such as the Pythagore Trail, you’ll be rewarded with a magnificent view of the region at the summit.
For those who prefer tranquillity and contemplation, our accessible trails such as the Arène allow you to observe nature at your own pace!
Our recommendations for a successful outing
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- Wear sportswear that breathes and is flexible enough not to restrict your movements. Avoid jeans or similar fabrics.
- We suggest shoes with aggressive studs (hiking shoes).
- Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a cap or hat.
- For some steep climbs, a walking stick is recommended.
- A small snack such as an energy bar or bags of nuts (available in the store).
- Bring a water bottle or “Camelbak” bag to keep well hydrated during your outing. We have water bottles for sale at the Empire 47 boutique.
- Private/semi-private guide or trainer available ($). Information/reservation: Guides and advanced training.
For regulars and for those who want to make several trips to the mountains.
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- A small travel medical kit
pumptrack
From the age of 2 and for all skill levels, you’ll fall in love with our 1,800-square-meter asphalt lit pumptrack (Velosolutions), featuring 2 platforms to maximize children’s safety.
As well as improving your cornering techniques, practice using the terrain to accelerate (without pedaling).
For maximum thrills, try one of our family-friendly bikes (Norco Rampage) available for rental for periods of 1 hour or more.