{"id":2889,"date":"2023-07-19T12:15:37","date_gmt":"2023-07-19T16:15:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lelib.ca\/top-5-un-hiver-actif-en-outaouais\/"},"modified":"2026-03-13T13:35:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T17:35:06","slug":"top-5-stay-active-this-winter-in-outaouais","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lelib.ca\/en\/top-5-stay-active-this-winter-in-outaouais\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 – Stay active this winter in Outaouais!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The Lib\u2019s location in Aylmer, Gatineau, offers myriad ways to enjoy the winter without travelling far from home. To narrow down your options, here are our top 5 winter activities for fresh air, rejuvenation and staying in shape.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Gatineau Park<\/strong><\/p>

Gatineau Park is a perennial favourite, and visiting in winter only further brings out its beauty, peacefulness and truly impressive size. Take in all 361 square kilometres of the snowy landscape! It\u2019s the perfect place to enjoy a range of physical activities, with 50 cross-country ski trails, 14 snowshoeing paths and, for more laid-back days, a multitude of picturesque walking routes. If you\u2019re looking to dive into a new winter sport, the park also offers on-site equipment rentals. Check out the official website for more information and updates on rule changes for certain activities, depending on the public health situation.\u00a0GATINEAU PARK \u2013 NATIONAL CAPITAL COMMISSION (NCC-CCN.GC.CA)<\/a><\/p>

Rideau Canal Skateway<\/strong><\/p>

We couldn\u2019t possibly leave out the Rideau Canal Skateway, a beloved ice-skating destination since 1970. The 7.8-kilometre track is an attraction like no other, running straight through the heart of the capital. In 2005, it was recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest naturally frozen ice rink in the world! But that\u2019s not the only record it has broken\u2014in 2019, the rink recorded an unprecedented 1.5 million visitors. This year, you can be one of them!\u00a0RIDEAU CANAL SKATEWAY \u2013 NATIONAL CAPITAL COMMISSION (NCC-CCN.GC.CA)<\/a><\/p>

\u00c9co-Odyss\u00e9e Nature Park<\/strong><\/p>

Still got your skates on? Good\u2014you\u2019ll need them to enjoy the unique experience of \u00c9co-Odyss\u00e9e Nature Park, where nature lovers try to navigate the world\u2019s only ice-skating maze. Covering three kilometres, the trails lead you through a variety of ecosystems, including forest, marsh and field. You can even take your experience to the next level by visiting at night. The trails are lit each evening after sundown, and on Thursdays, the atmosphere is heightened with music.\u00a0HOME \u2013 \u00c9CO-ODYSS\u00c9E (ECO-ODYSSEE.CA)<\/a><\/p>

P\u00eache Blanche Gatineau<\/strong><\/p>

Put a new twist on fishing! The Gatineau ice fishing centre is ready to welcome you for a day of fun and relaxation with friends or family. With more than 200 heated ice shacks available to rent, you\u2019ll be a part of transforming the frozen lake into a bustling community! For those with a more competitive spirit, there will be a friendly ice fishing competition on February 27. Reel in the biggest lunker and you\u2019ll take home the $1,000 jackpot\u2014now that\u2019s a catch!\u00a0P\u00caCHE BLANCHE GATINEAU (PECHEBLANCHEGATINEAU.COM)<\/a><\/p>

Old Aylmer Walking Tour<\/strong><\/p>

Take a stroll through history and see the city through fresh eyes with the Old Aylmer Historical Tour. Simply download the free app, BaladoDiscovery, to your smart phone or tablet and listen as you roam around the 1.5-kilometre route, passing by stately heritage homes, historical businesses and important locations in the city\u2019s history. The journey ends at Des C\u00e8dres Park, on the shore of the Ottawa River\u2014the perfect spot to warm up with a cup of hot chocolate.\u00a0BALADODISCOVERY \u2013 OLD AYLMER HISTORICAL TOUR (BALADODISCOVERY.COM)<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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