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Activity description
Combine discovering Lac-Saint-Jean by bike with and beer tasting at a local microbrewery with this unique activity near Saguenay!
Let yourself be seduced by this cycling outing in Lac-Saint-Jean, where after the effort comes the comfort! Enjoy the beauty of the region's wide open spaces while tasting a delicious craft beer! This "Bike to Beer" outing near Saguenay is designed to be hassle-free, organised by your Équinox Aventure travel agency and providing your own transport back from the microbrewery. Join Equinox aventure in Alma, a municipality in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region just a 50-minute drive from Saguenay!
Lac-Saint-Jean is a veritable jewel of nature, with vast stretches of crystal-clear water, picturesque landscapes dotted with forests, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. The warm welcome and generosity of the region's inhabitants make Lac-Saint-Jean an ideal place to recharge your batteries and discover the local specialities of this typically Quebecois area! You'll have the chance to cycle the Route des Bleuets, a not-to-be-missed loop circuit around Lac Saint-Jean!
This activity, which is accessible to all, is simple and friendly. First, you'll head to Équinox Aventure in Alma to meet their team and to pick up your bikes. Then you'll receive a map of the route that will guide you through your Lac-Saint-Jean cycling adventure, with suggestions for gourmet stops. This cycling trip near Saguenay will take you 25 kilometres along the Véloroute des Bleuets, which runs along the shores of Lac Saint-Jean. This will give you time to explore this magnificent area at your leisure by bike. Once you arrive at the microbrewery, you'll have the chance to sample a range of tasty beers and discover the unique aromas and characteristics of each brew! It's the perfect way to end your cycling trip near Lac Saint-Jean!
After your beer tasting, you'll be driven back to the microbrewery at a time of your choosing, so you can make the most of your day. So if you're a fan of cycling, but also of tasting local beers, don't hesitate to book this bike ride in Lac-Saint-Jean !
Less than 1 hour from Saguenay, get fit and explore Lac-Saint-Jean by bike on the Véloroute des Bleuets before sampling the region's delicious local beers!
Allow for around 5h on site :
- Meeting at 11am at Équinox Aventure for orientation and bike pick-up
- Handover of a map of the route and suggestions for additional gourmet stops
- Departure for 25 kilometres of cycling fun, including a pallet tasting at the microbrewery. The difference in altitude is fairly slight at 180m
- Return by vehicle from the microbrewery by 3 or 4 p.m., your choice
Special terms
The activity is accessible to all ages: children's bikes and trailers are available.
The price is the same whatever the age and the equipment used.
- Bike (adults, children or trailer)
- Helmet
- Small bag
- Repair kit
- Tasting pallet for micro beer or non-alcoholic lemonade
- Transport back to the agency
- Free parking on site
- Quebec taxes
- Comfortable and weather adapted clothing
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito and fly bite spray
- Water bottle
