This summer, discover Laval differently with the new Nature-Culture Tours

Laval, June 22, 2023 - Tourisme Laval, in collaboration with the Quebec government, is delighted to announce a new concept in animated strolls: the Circuits Nature-Culture. The result of a co-creation workshop bringing together players from Laval's tourism and cultural communities, the Circuits Nature-Culture will offer families a unique turnkey program, as enriching as it is energizing, combining a cultural activity with an outdoor activity in the same day. These tours will take place every other Saturday from July 15, 2023, for a total of six tours until September 23, 2023.

From one playful experience to another in the course of a single day, participants will climb aboard a shuttle. Depending on the tour they choose, they'll meet a music-loving alpaca, an astronaut in a rabaska, or some crazy critters! The ride will be festive and fun thanks to the colorful animation of actors and actresses from Réseau ArtHist, who will accompany participants along the way. This initiative from Tourisme Laval is an opportunity to discover all the possibilities Laval has to offer, and to enjoy a wide range of surprising experiences, all in the course of a single day.

"This initiative is a fine illustration of the determination and creativity of the local community to structure Laval's tourism offering in a responsible tourism context. This fun-filled activity adds to the range of family activities on offer all summer long. Leave the car behind and embark on a lively and improbable adventure with the Circuits Nature-Culture," invites Geneviève Roy, President and CEO of Tourisme Laval.

"What a great way to discover Laval from different angles! I'm sure that all the activities organized around the tourist attractions will appeal to many. In fact, I'd like to invite everyone to take part in the Circuits Nature-Culture," says Christopher Skeete, MNA for Sainte-Rose, Minister for the Economy and Minister responsible for the Laval region.

Six (6) tours to enjoy this summer!

Over the course of six (6) days, adventure-seekers will have the opportunity to enrich their knowledge and have fun at twelve (12) of Laval's most emblematic tourist attractions.

On July 15, the first tour begins with a stop at the temporary exhibition Le poids des mythes, followed by a creative workshop in the Salle Alfred-Pellan at the Maison des arts de Laval. The day's program continues with a guided tour of the Vaillancourt Farm, a veritable place of agricultural know-how since the beginning of time.he Vaillancourt farm has been a veritable showcase of agricultural know-how for over six generations.

On July 29, the day will begin with a trio of scientific activities at the Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier, with a visit to the interactive Pandemics exhibition , a stop at the laboratory and the presentation of a short play illustrating the life of Dr. Frappier. In the afternoon, the outdoor activity will take place at Ferme Marineau, where it will be possible to try out the brand-new investigation game in the heart of a giant maze of sunflowers and corn.  

On August 12, you can also look forward to a visit to the Foire du Vieux-Sainte-Rose, where over 90 local artisans and producers will be exhibiting their creations. The day continues at Aventure Mille-Îles with a visit to the mini alpaca farm and an exploratory water ride on the magnificent Rivière des Mille Îles.

On August 26, discover Île Jésus from one shore to the other, with a guided tour of the Rivière-des-Prairies hydroelectric power station, followed by an ecological rabaska tour of Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles. A journey to the heart of nature that's as educational as it is fun.

All the secrets of water will be revealed on September 9 at the Centre d'interprétation de l'eau (C.I.EAU) during a variety of activities, including a baby hunt along the Rivière des Mille Îles. Then it's off to Bois de l'Équerre for a unique theatrical stroll through the forest.

The September 23 tour, the last of the season, will offer a varied program combining a visit to Cosmodome followed by a stop at Ferme Forget, renowned for its many autumn activities, including the famous corn maze.

How to get tickets

Culture and nature enthusiasts wishing to enjoy this unique experience as a family, couple, group of friends or solo can purchase tickets on the lepointdevente.com platform at www.circuitsnatureculture.com. The cost of each tour varies according to the attractions visited.

Essential support

Circuits Nature-Culture is a project initiated by Tourisme Laval with the collaboration of Cellule Créative, and is made possible thanks to the financial support of the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation as part of the Fonds régions et ruralité's Soutien au rayonnement des régions program, and regional partners including Collège Montmorency.

About Tourisme Laval

As a leader in a fast-growing industry, Tourisme Laval contributes to the development of Laval as a tourist destination, provides leadership in welcoming and promoting attractions, and acts as a rallying agent for members and partners, in a perspective of sustainable development.

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