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Terry M

Hamilton, Canada4,921 contributions

READYING THE DEFENCE

Aug 2022

A nice area with a big swing for picture taking, Frontenac built La Batterie Royale in response to invasion threats of New England [dastardly Americans!]. At the time the area was called Pointe-aux-Roches. The cannons on display are not original but reproductions sent from France. It is located in the Lower Town near the water.

Written August 15, 2022

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Dimitris L

Sydney, Australia50,924 contributions

Good attraction

Sep 2023 • Couples

The Royal Battery is a collection of cannons along the river side, in the old town, just below the location of Chateau Frontenac, in Place Royale. The cannons were placed there as protection against British attacks in late 17th century! Not sure if all or only some are original, or just replicas, but they are a good attraction!

Written October 29, 2023

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PBPG

Yorkshire, UK8,446 contributions

Great cannons overlooking the river

Sep 2024 • Couples

A reminder of times gone past. The row of guns gave the French control of the river below. They must be a dozen or so of these cannon mounted here commanding the area.

Written September 12, 2024

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YTCHENG

Hong Kong, China15,392 contributions

Historic remains

Oct 2019

Royal Battery is located in the Old Town near the riverside. There are quite a number of cannons displayed in the vicinity. Nice to go direct to this site prior to going uphill for other tourist spots. A nice photo spot for tourists. Recommended.

Written October 25, 2019

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JamesKMTan

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia21,576 contributions

Historic

Sep 2019 • Solo

This is essentially a battery of old cannons facing the sea and bay. It is a short walk from the funicular. Near the berthing place of the cruise liners. Can be a bit slippery. Nice historic place. Short distance from Quartier Petit Champlain.

Written September 11, 2019

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John H

Walpole, MA142 contributions

If not doing the Citadelle, do this

Aug 2019

In Quebec’s Old City, just down the street from the funicular is Batterie Royale. Climbing the ramparts of the Citadelle can be very strenuous to older people and this section of defense is an excellent photo location, for someone going to the Place Royale.

Written August 15, 2019

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GinDub

Quebec City, Canada617 contributions

a nice stop

Nov 2018 • Family

any season there you can enjoy both side of the st Lawrence river .. it is nice and the edifice there are also from old epoque .. T hat area is very nice....

Written December 6, 2018

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Samndjsdad

Orange, CA649 contributions

Go for the views of the Frontenac.

Apr 2018 • Couples

Nice little area, but the best thing is the views of the Frontenac. It’s in a nice area of the lower town and the various little side streets leading to the battery make the visit worthwhile.

Written May 1, 2018

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FLworldwanderer

Tampa, FL871 contributions

Historical, with views ....

Sep 2015 • Couples

If you're coming off a cruise ship, or walking in the area, this may be an area of interest to you. The Royal Battery is a location, which provided protection to the city, with it's cannons, overlooking the river.

Written October 15, 2015

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BoilerMakerBob

Greenwood, IN1,108 contributions

The Royal Battery Commands the River

Sep 2015 • Couples

Right on the river is this small little park with a dozen or so cannon that once guarded the city. Worth visiting for the historical value.
Within easy walking from the cruise ship terminal.

Written September 21, 2015

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