✦ Autumn Season
Quebec in Autumn
Autumn in Quebec is a spectacle in itself. Colors ignite the streets of Old Quebec, markets overflow with flavors, and the Carrera Café dons its autumnal attire.
Autumn Colors
The Capital Ablaze
From September to November, Quebec transforms into a living painting. The red and gold of the maples blend with the grey stones of Old Quebec for a unique spectacle in the world.
Quebec Autumn
Quebec foliage is among the most spectacular in North America. The Plains of Abraham, the Laurentians visible from the ramparts, the parks of the suburbs. Every street corner becomes a golden postcard.
Petit-Champlain in Autumn
Damp cobblestones, russet leaves, warm lights from shops. The Petit-Champlain district takes on an almost magical dimension in autumn. Fewer crowds than in summer, more intimacy. The favorite season of regulars.
What to do in Autumn
The Season of Beautiful Things
Autumn in Quebec is an invitation to slow down, to stroll, to rediscover the city in a different light.
Walks through the Colors
Plains of Abraham, Battlefields Park, Grande Allée, Rue Saint-Jean. An autumn walk in Quebec is unparalleled. Every step is accompanied by the rustling of fallen leaves.
Île d'Orléans in October
Apple orchards, cheese factory, cider houses. Autumn is the most beautiful season on the island. Red apple trees, short films of cider pressed at the farm.
Museums and Galleries
Musée de la Civilisation, MNBAQ, Old Port galleries. Autumn is the season for major exhibitions. Queues are shorter, the experience more relaxed.
Autumn Markets
Old Port Market, neighborhood farmers' markets. Gourds, apples, ciders, aged cheeses. Autumn is the richest season for Quebec's local produce.
Autumn Gastronomy
Local Produce at its Peak
Autumn is the richest season of the year for Quebec producers. Gourds, mushrooms, aged cheeses, ciders, apples. An abundance that inspires our cuisine.
Wild Mushrooms
Chanterelles, porcini, trumpet of the dead. Quebec forests yield their treasures. Restaurateurs and producers reward those who know how to search.
Squash and Maple
Potimarron, butternut squash, late-season maple syrup. Quebec's autumnal cuisine is comforting, deep, intense. It carries the scent of the forest.
Autumn Aged Cheeses
Semi-firm cheeses, autumn washes, coppery rinds. Quebec cheesemakers launch their seasonal cheeses starting in September. The best can be found at markets.
New Apple Ciders
Still ciders, sparkling ciders, first ice ciders. Île d'Orléans and the orchards of Charlevoix press their apples. The harvest is in the glass.
The Barista's Tip
“In autumn, take the time to sit on the covered terrace with a hot latte. Watch the leaves fall on the cobblestones of Petit-Champlain. It's one of Quebec's most beautiful views.”
Seasonal Pairings
The Best of Autumn
Our selection of autumn flavors, to enjoy at Carrera Café or to take away to prolong the season.
Autumn Cheese + Flat White
Semi-firm cheese aged in autumn, Borderon nut bread, Île d'Orléans apple jam, double flat white. The perfect match between the creaminess of the cheese and the bitterness of the coffee. An autumnal classic.
Platter and Local Red Wine
Charlevoix charcuterie, seasonal cheeses, jams, caramelized nuts, glass of Quebec red wine. For October evenings at the wine bar. When the wind starts to blow outside and the light is dim inside.
On the Podium
The Three Must-Dos of Autumn
Three experiences not to be missed during an autumn stay in Quebec.
✦ Autumn in Quebec Podium
In October, the sun sets early and colors the ramparts with a golden light. The ramparts walk at 5 PM is one of the most beautiful of the year.
The island's apple orchards open for u-pick from mid-September to late October. A moment of pure autumnal joy, 20 minutes from Quebec.
Petit-Champlain, fallen leaves, hot latte. An autumnal image of Quebec that speaks volumes. Reserve your table for the golden hour.
The Autumn Itinerary
The Perfect Day
A well-planned autumn day in Quebec. From foliage to gastronomy, including Carrera Café.
Autumn Day in Quebec
Morning: stroll on the Plains of Abraham and ramparts tour. Noon: brunch at Carrera Café with an autumn platter. Afternoon: Old Port market then excursion to Île d'Orléans. Evening: return to Carrera for drinks. The most complete day possible.
Experience Autumn at Carrera
The most beautiful season in Quebec deserves a worthy address. Our menu, our terrace, our seasonal flavors await you in Petit-Champlain.
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