On Friday we moved from Quebec City to Chicoutimi. It was a very easy drive compared to the day from home to Quebec City. The only minor complication was Quebec City traffic. Had we delayed departure we would have had an additional complication of a pro bicycle race. We saw some of the riders practicing, riding up the QC hills without breaking a sweat.
We paused for short breaks and lunch at Baie-Saint-Paul, La Malbaie and Saint-Simeon before arriving in Chicoutimi. The terrain appeared similar to parts of Northern Ontario. We were able to wander in Chicoutimi and walk for a while along the Saguenay River before dinner.
Today we took a casual drive around Lac Saint-Jean. It was lovely and quiet. Most of the “touristy” things had closed for the season and there was only moderate traffic. The lake is quite picturesque even on a cloudy Saturday in September.
This panorama was taken at Roberval, on the eastern shore of the lake.
Well, we did not have our “traditional” emergency visit to the dentist before departing this time. However, Gail will be visiting upon our return. I guess tonight’s lasagna was too much for one tooth. Good news though, no pain and she can still smile.
Off to Gaspe tomorrow.
