Seigneurie de la Côte-de-Beaupré

Seigneurie de la Côte-de-Beaupré is a historic manorial estate in the Lac-Jacques-Cartier area that stretches as a strip along the Saint Lawrence River between Stoneham and Gouffre River. Its territory extends across the Laurentian Mountains and encompasses portions of ten municipalities.

The Compagnie de la Nouvelle-France granted this manorial territory to Antoine Cheffault de la Renardière in 1636, and François de Laval acquired a portion in 1664. These early transfers established how the territory would be managed for the centuries to follow.

The Seminary of Quebec managed this estate for centuries, using its lands to supply food and fuel for its educational institutions. This long stewardship shaped how the surrounding region developed and organized itself.

The area is hilly forest land with mixed use patterns that span multiple administrative regions, giving it a diverse character. Visitors should understand that this is a large territory rather than a single location, with some populated areas and rural sections throughout.

Mount Raoul-Blanchard rises to 1181 meters and is the highest point of this historic territory between two smaller river towns. This prominent height served as an important landmark for people navigating the region for centuries.

Location: Lac-Jacques-Cartier

Inception: 1636

Founders: Henri de Lévis

GPS coordinates: 47.30500,-70.88900

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23