Running Tours
I enjoy running in Québec City. I like running by historical buildings, monuments and scenery. I like dodging tourists, deeking into alleys and sprinting down hills.
I have conjectured a way of commercializing this personal enjoyment of mine. I will soon be offering running tours of Québec City. Visiting tourists will be able to choose from the following tours:
The Citadelle Rat Race:
Start at the Prince of Wales Bastion in the mighty Citadelle. Run along the ramparts of the fortifications, jumping over the odd canon. View the magnificent 360 degree view as you circle the fortress. Get lost in the amazing labyrinthe of the serpentine that leads into the heart of the structure adorning the historic Cap Diamant. Play nicky-nicky nine-door at the Governor General's residence and the Commandant's residence... Dodge security for the rest of the run.
Stair Master:
Run down through the world famous Port St-Louis, part of the original wall that defended Québec City against the maudit Anglais. Breeze by famous old restaurants that charge down-payments for delicious meals. Run underneath the Chateau Frontenac, jumping over luggage and porters, and rich American tourists. Pass by the gianormous obelisk commemorating the deaths of Generals Wolfe and Montcalm, "two ambitious leaders who ultimately died heroes’ deaths on the frontlines" fighting for control of Québec in 1759 on the Plains of Abraham. Test your latin comprehension. Run down the staircases leading down to the lowertown, where Canadiens and British regulars beat off American invaders led by General Montgomery on New Years Eve in 1775. The narrow streets form a natural obstacle course, rendered impassable with throngs of tourists. Run up the 110 stairs to the Chateau, cross the boardwalk while overlooking the Fleuve and Lévis across the river. Run up the Promenade des Gouverneurs, that hugs the steep cliff of Cap Diamant under the Citadelle. Both the stairs and the view are breath-taking. Stop at every landing to catch your breath and take in the gorgeous view. Arrive atop Cap Diamant at the eastern edge of the Plains of Abraham, at the western edge of the wall of the Old City that now forms part of the Citadelle. Run down the nterminable staircase that runs down from the Plains to the lowertown. Repeat this staircase run until your lungs burn, and your sense of historical wonder is fulfilled.
The Plains Run
This is for those who prefer rolling hills to stairs. Run through the plains, stopping at the very spot where Montacalm was shot. Stop where Wolfe was shot. No more stopping! Enjoy the woods and natural beauty of the preserved parkland in the heart of Québec City.
Stay tuned for more "Choose your own adventure" historical runs. I'm also taking suggestions.
I have conjectured a way of commercializing this personal enjoyment of mine. I will soon be offering running tours of Québec City. Visiting tourists will be able to choose from the following tours:
The Citadelle Rat Race:
Start at the Prince of Wales Bastion in the mighty Citadelle. Run along the ramparts of the fortifications, jumping over the odd canon. View the magnificent 360 degree view as you circle the fortress. Get lost in the amazing labyrinthe of the serpentine that leads into the heart of the structure adorning the historic Cap Diamant. Play nicky-nicky nine-door at the Governor General's residence and the Commandant's residence... Dodge security for the rest of the run.
Stair Master:
Run down through the world famous Port St-Louis, part of the original wall that defended Québec City against the maudit Anglais. Breeze by famous old restaurants that charge down-payments for delicious meals. Run underneath the Chateau Frontenac, jumping over luggage and porters, and rich American tourists. Pass by the gianormous obelisk commemorating the deaths of Generals Wolfe and Montcalm, "two ambitious leaders who ultimately died heroes’ deaths on the frontlines" fighting for control of Québec in 1759 on the Plains of Abraham. Test your latin comprehension. Run down the staircases leading down to the lowertown, where Canadiens and British regulars beat off American invaders led by General Montgomery on New Years Eve in 1775. The narrow streets form a natural obstacle course, rendered impassable with throngs of tourists. Run up the 110 stairs to the Chateau, cross the boardwalk while overlooking the Fleuve and Lévis across the river. Run up the Promenade des Gouverneurs, that hugs the steep cliff of Cap Diamant under the Citadelle. Both the stairs and the view are breath-taking. Stop at every landing to catch your breath and take in the gorgeous view. Arrive atop Cap Diamant at the eastern edge of the Plains of Abraham, at the western edge of the wall of the Old City that now forms part of the Citadelle. Run down the nterminable staircase that runs down from the Plains to the lowertown. Repeat this staircase run until your lungs burn, and your sense of historical wonder is fulfilled.
The Plains Run
This is for those who prefer rolling hills to stairs. Run through the plains, stopping at the very spot where Montacalm was shot. Stop where Wolfe was shot. No more stopping! Enjoy the woods and natural beauty of the preserved parkland in the heart of Québec City.
Stay tuned for more "Choose your own adventure" historical runs. I'm also taking suggestions.
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