We arrived to late in the tide cycle to go through the lock, so tried the marina on the river. It was full due to a rally, so we picked up a mooring ball across the river. Lots of tidal range and resulting current. So much so there is a power generating station just up river, using the tidal range.
Very picturesque city, with a strong Canadian connection. This is where Jacques Cartier left to discover New France in 1535. The Province of Quebec maintains a "Maison" staffed by students to attract tourist trade.
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| The city is protected by Forts on nearby islands. |
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| The main gate. |
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| The rich built tall townhouses to see over the wall. |
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| The wall provides a lovely walk, complete with pubs and restaurants. |
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| The harbor sea wall from the battlements. |
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| Statue of Jacques Cartier. |
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| Quebec tourist "House". |
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| Arty view of the city from the boat at night. |
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| Replica of a French Privateer ship. |
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| Note the eye patch. |
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| Passat II at the dock. |
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