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Old Quebec City
The only walled city north of Mexico with UNESCO-listed cobblestone streets, the iconic Chateau Frontenac, and distinctly European French-Canadian charm.
24 km · about 30 min drive
Quebec, Canada · North America
Shannon is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Fossambault-sur-le-Lac, 28km from Montmorency Falls.
Shannon is a town located in Quebec, Canada. With a population of 5,086, it is an important destination in North America.
On a road trip, Shannon sits in Canada, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Toronto time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Shannon to your route.
Shannon is a city in Quebec, Canada, and is along the Jacques-Cartier River northwest of Quebec City.
It was formed in December 1946, when it separated from the territory of Sainte-Catherine-de-Fossambault, following protests of this part of the population against the municipal taxes. The community was founded byRead more
Irish immigrants and once contained a substantial English-speaking population though it is today chiefly French-speaking. Its longtime principal economic activity was the exploitation of wood bound for the shipyards of Quebec. The town is located near CFB Valcartier, an important Canadian military base.
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Shannon is located in Quebec, Canada, North America. The coordinates are 46.8803 latitude, -71.5146 longitude.
Shannon has a population of approximately 5,086 people, making it a town in Canada.
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landmark
The only walled city north of Mexico with UNESCO-listed cobblestone streets, the iconic Chateau Frontenac, and distinctly European French-Canadian charm.
24 km · about 30 min drive
landmark
Grand castle-like hotel dominating the Quebec City skyline, one of the most photographed hotels in the world.
25 km · about 30 min drive
waterfall
An 83 m waterfall higher than Niagara, just off Autoroute 440 near Quebec City, with a suspension bridge and cable car.
28 km · about 30 min drive
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