Timeline
15:38
La Promenade Samuel-De Champlain
Grab a coffee or a warm drink from a local shop before heading to the path. The cold winter air makes a hot beverage essential.
15:53
La Promenade Samuel-De Champlain
Walk along the pleasant path through the greenery. The artworks along the way are best appreciated in the softening light.
16:23
La Promenade Samuel-De Champlain
Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The light fades quickly, so find a spot near the water to catch the final moments of daylight.
16:53
La Promenade Samuel-De Champlain
Stay for a few minutes after the sun dips below the horizon. The blue hour offers a calm, quiet atmosphere before heading back.
Local tip
Check the route to the path from Haute Ville, as it is about 15 minutes by car southwest. Dress warmly in January.
Check before you go
- Sunset on 15 January is at 16:23 local time.
- Golden light starts around 15:34.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Quebec City (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).