{"id":6832,"date":"2026-02-17T15:25:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T20:25:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/?p=6832"},"modified":"2026-02-17T15:29:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T20:29:54","slug":"relache-a-la-vallee-bras-du-nord","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/relache-a-la-vallee-bras-du-nord\/","title":{"rendered":"March Break at VBN"},"content":{"rendered":"

March Break is the perfect time to slow down, reconnect and experience the outdoors differently. Less than an hour from Qu\u00e9bec City, Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord, located in Saint-Raymond in the Portneuf region<\/a>, offers a true winter playground for active families.<\/p>\n

Winter hiking, ski touring, fat biking, ski Hok, forest refuges and breathtaking landscapes: here, we make the most of winter while it\u2019s still here.<\/p>\n

Why Choose VBN for March Break?<\/h2>\n
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Amy Gagnon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Because you\u2019ll find a rare balance between accessibility and immersion. The territory is vast and wild, yet always welcoming. You can experience a real nature adventure without driving for hours.<\/p>\n

Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord is recognized as a four-season outdoor destination in Qu\u00e9bec. In winter, it becomes a bright, vibrant and deeply connecting space. The longer days of March cast beautiful light across the forest and mountain ridges.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the ideal time to introduce younger adventurers to the joy of playing outside.<\/p>\n

Outdoor activities for the whole family during March Break<\/h2>\n

Winter hiking in Saint-Raymond<\/h3>\n

Winter hiking<\/a> is the perfect March Break activity. Trails are accessible, well maintained and suitable for different ability levels. Whether it\u2019s a short outing with young children or a longer hike to a spectacular viewpoint, everyone can move at their own pace.<\/p>\n

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Cedrick Jacob<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Some routes lead to iconic panoramas such as Delaney Falls<\/strong> waterfall or scenic lookouts overlooking the valley.<\/p>\n

Ski touring in Portneuf<\/h3>\n

For families with teenagers or those who love to glide, backcountry skiing<\/a> at Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord offers the chance to explore a vast natural territory, far from traditional ski resorts.<\/p>\n

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Jacob Thibault<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Different sectors<\/a> provide a range of difficulty levels. Some routes are ideal for learning, while others, located in the backcountry, offer deeper immersion for experienced skiers.<\/p>\n

Fat biking and ski Hok<\/h3>\n
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Cedrick Jacob<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The fatbike<\/a> network is recognized across Qu\u00e9bec for its high-quality trail maintenance. Riding through the forest in winter is a playful and accessible experience.<\/p>\n

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Alysson Gallant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

- ski Hok<\/a>, meanwhile, is a great way to explore somewhere between hiking and skiing. Stable and intuitive, it\u2019s well suited for families eager to try something new.<\/p>\n

Stay in the heart of nature during March Break<\/h2>\n

Extending your experience by staying overnight on the territory completely transforms March Break. The shelters<\/a>, yurts<\/a> and cottages<\/a> at Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord allow you to wake up right at the trailhead.<\/p>\n

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Spending a night in a refuge means sharing a simple meal, gazing at the stars and heading out early the next morning for a new adventure.<\/p>\n

Availability for March Break fills up quickly. We recommend booking in advance.<\/p>\n

A March Break that truly feels good<\/h2>\n
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C\u00e9drick Jacob<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Beyond the activities, Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord offers a human and collective experience. People come here to move, but also to reconnect, with themselves, with others and with nature.<\/p>\n

Plan your March Break at Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord<\/h2>\n

Located in Saint-Raymond<\/a>in the Portneuf region, Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord is easily accessible from Qu\u00e9bec City and surrounding areas.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re looking for an accessible hiking<\/strong> , a backcountry skiing<\/strong>adventure, a fatbike<\/strong> ride through the forest, or a refuge stay<\/strong>, you\u2019ll find a unique way to experience winter as a family.<\/p>\n

CHECK TRAIL CONDITIONS ><\/a><\/p>\n

EXPLORE ACTIVITIES ><\/a><\/p>\n

PLAN YOUR STAY ><\/a><\/p>\n

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La semaine de rel\u00e2che est l\u2019occasion parfaite pour ralentir, se retrouver et vivre le plein air autrement. \u00c0 moins d\u2019une heure de la ville de Qu\u00e9bec, la Vall\u00e9e Bras-du-Nord, situ\u00e9e \u00e0 Saint-Raymond dans la r\u00e9gion de Portneuf, propose un v\u00e9ritable terrain de jeu hivernal pour les familles actives. Randonn\u00e9e, ski de montagne, fatbike, ski Hok, … Read more<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":5365,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"class_list":["post-6832","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nouvelles"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6832","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6832"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6832\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6842,"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6832\/revisions\/6842"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5365"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6832"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/valleebrasdunord.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6832"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}