Victoriaville, Administrative center in Arthabaska, Canada
Victoriaville is a town in Arthabaska that stretches along the Nicolet River, weaving together industrial zones, residential neighborhoods, and recreational areas. Located at an elevation of about 148 meters (486 feet), it offers the Parc-Linéaire Des Bois-Francs bike trail network that connects the town center to Mont Arthabaska.
The town was founded in 1861 and named after Queen Victoria. In 1993, it merged with the municipalities of Arthabaska and Saint-Victoire-d'Arthabaska to form the modern city.
The International Festival of Contemporary Music draws musicians and audiences each spring, making it a key event in the city's calendar. The Laurier Museum, housed in a former prime minister's residence, connects personal history with national heritage.
Visitors can explore the town on foot or use the extensive bike trail network that winds through forests and along the river. Spring is an ideal time to visit when the music festival takes place and the weather favors cycling.
The region is known as Capitale des Bois-Francs and was long a hub of hardwood production and processing. Beyond furniture and caskets, the town became known for manufacturing hockey sticks that still ship around the world.
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