 Citadelle entrance, on St-Louis Street by Jefie | Citadelle de Quebec tips and photos posted by real travelers and Quebec locals.
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 La Citadelle view from the
L'Astral Restaurant by jamiesno
During the time of my visit in January the Citadelle was offering free tours everyday at 1:30 pm.
I didn't do a tour because I was just so busy doing other things but I bet the history would be great and the changing of the gaurd in the summer months would also be interesting.
You will not miss the Citadelle when you are in Quebec its so big you can't miss it.
It's hard to take a picture of from the ground because it is so big but I got the best vantage point from the L'Astral Restaurant! Leave a Comment
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There are three things about the Citadel that made me chuckle. First, everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, that you encounter that works at the Citadel warns you that the Changing of the Guard will not take place if it rains and that you will not get your money back if it's canceled. Aren't these guys soldiers? Shouldn't they be able to handle getting wet? Would they call off a battle because of inclement weather? And what about the poor guys on duty, do they have to stay for another 24 hours because their replacements are afraid to get their beaver hats all wet?
Second, the mascot is a goat. I think that's funny. I suppose they found that beavers were hard to train and chickens......OK, I'm not going there ;-)
Third, the Citadel was finished in 1832, after all the attacks on the city had finished up. Good things as the soldiers, and probably the goat too, are afraid to get wet.
Practical information:
*The Changing of the guard takes place daily at 10 am
*We've already covered that they will not, under any circumstances, hold it in the rain or refund your money if it doesn't take place.
*The ceremony takes around 45 minutes at which time no one is guarding the fort. Note to foreign invaders, this is when you should attack.
*45 minutes is about 35 minutes longer than the ceremony held anyone's interest, including the goat who I'm pretty sure I saw yawn.
*The goat's name is Batisse X, the original goat, Batisse I, was a gift from Queen Victoria (was she not fond of Canada?) Leave a Comment
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Citadelle entrance, on
St-Louis Street by Jefie
It is possible to go on a one-hour guided tour of the Citadelle to learn more about its history, construction and purpose. During summer, it is also possible to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony (held every morning at 10:00 am) as well as the Ceremony of the Retreat (check the Web site for hours). The Citadelle is also home to the Gouvernor General's second official residence. The Gouvernor General is the representative of the Queen in Canada, which is part of the Commonwealth. Visitors can visit the residence at the Citadelle free of charge. Leave a Comment Phone: 418-694-2815Directions: The entrance is located just off St-Louis Street, in Vieux Quebec. Go all the way up the hill and follow indications.Website: www.lacitadelle.qc.ca Other Contact: information@lacitadelle.qc.ca
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 The Citadel above Quebec City by Ewingjr98
The Citadel, also known as Gibraltar of America, has great guided tours, a scenic overlook of the city, and a museum. It is also still the home of the Royal 22nd Regiment which fought in both World Wars. In WWII, the 22nd participated in battles across Italy and in the Holland Campaign. The 22nd is known as the Vandoos, a bad English translation of Vingt-Deux, French for 22.
Tours cost C$8 for adults and C$4.50 for children. Leave a Comment
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Plan on spending at least 2 hours here if you want to see the Changing of the Guard (only in the summer) and go on the guided tour afterwards, the Changing of the Guard lasted at least 45 minutes and the guided tour lasts about an hour. Since it's an active military installation, you must go on a guided tour.
The star shaped Citadel sits just outside the city walls. The first fort was built on this sight in 1783 to protect the British from the threat of invasion by the Americans, after the war of 1812 the fortress wall were built to connect with the city walls. The star shape is a French design, the points of the star allowing for easy fire on approaching enemies. Leave a Comment
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 The 22s perfrom the Changing
of the Guard by MDH
La Citadelle is fascinating to walk around. Tours are provided of the facility, where you can explore museums, bunkers, barracks, and marvel at the thick-inched guns installed there in the 19th century.
Adult : $8.00
Student adult : $7.00
Senior : $7.00 Leave a Comment
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 La Citadelle by Canadienne
The French began construction of the Citadel in 1750, but work was completed by the British in 1831. The purpose? To defend Quebec from the never-realized threat of American attack. :-)
It's still an active military barracks ~ you can see the Changing of the Guard during the summer months. In fall/winter, it still makes a great place to walk around. Leave a Comment
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This is an old Fortification, some buildings from the late 1600’s. It’s still in working condition. The guide gives you a lot of history of the Fort, of the buildings and what they are used for or were used for and why. The fort was built because they were wary of an attack by USA.
It’s in the shape of a star, with 4 points, the fifth being the riverfront. The star made it easier to defend. It’s at the highest point of Quebec. Canons, guns, bullets, swords all dot the buildings, as do many other items from the last 300+ years of it’s existence.
You have to walk with a tour guide, available in French and English. Starts and ends near the gift shop, where you buy your ticket. $8 for adults.
You’ll spend 60-90 minutes here. Leave a Comment Phone: 418-694-2815Directions: Old town of Quebec, keep walking uphill and you'll find it.Website: www.lacitadelle.qc.ca
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face , Quebec Citadelle by jumpingnorman
It is the best place to begin a trip into the military past and present of Québec City. There is also a small shop where you can buy a lot of stuff related to the Canadian Military.
Outdoor parking is free Leave a Comment
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