The Fraser Manor: your perfect family outing when visiting Rivière-du-Loup!

Rivière-du-Loup offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. The Manor Frasor visit is an absolute must, but our team also wanted to share with you some nearby activities to plan before or after your tour!  

Visit the Manor and Set Free the Ghost of Alice Fraser

Are you reluctant to visit certain places with the kids in fear they will break something or be too loud? Well, have no fear at the Fraser Manor! Your little ones are more than welcome here and will be greeted by our amazing guides, ready to teach them the history of this magnificent place!  

Kids are always impressed by the antique décor, old photographs, and ancient books. Their eyes will sparkle with fascination as they discover all the differences between our time and the Fraser era. Let us impress you with the perfectly reconstituted décor of this prestigious seigniorial house and enjoy your travel back in time!

The kids will also love to Set Free the Ghost of Alice Fraser, an amusing and interactive tablet game. Through riddles and questions, they will help Alice Fraser, daughter of William Fraser, break free from the web application. Will they be up to the challenge?

Enjoy a game of croquet with your family! 

You have some free time between your visit to the Manor and your next great activity? No problem! At the Manor, we have a large, beautifully landscaped courtyard where you can spend time. Why not try our croquet set? To try it is to love it! Feel free to bring your own games also. There is nothing we love more than a lively place full of children’s laughter!

Have a Picnic of Local Products in Our Garden

Time for a well-earned lunch break from your busy vacation day? No worries! We have the best spot right in our backyard for a delightful family picnic. Here are some ideas of the delicious products offered by Rivière-du-Loup merchants to fill your basket:  

• A succulent old-fashioned bread from the bakery Racines, boulangerie fermière Racines, boulangerie Fermière 
• Crackers made from brewers’ spent grains from Fous Brassants microbrewerie Fous Brassants 
• Tasty chocolate milk from Laiterie Óra Óra 
• Famous cheese curds Fromagerie des Basques 

For dessert, you will find the delicious bakery Bis la Boulange just a few steps away from the Manor! Honestly, you must try their mille feuille pastry, they are to die for. This bakery is a must stop to complete your picnic assortment.  

Finally, you have to stop at the butcher shop Boucherie Bégin on your way back to your cottage: they have everything you need for your dinner feast! The perfect place to make your barbecue a real success. 

A Ghostly Journey: Mystery at the Monastery

Looking for a family outing in the evening? Have no fear, we have the perfect spooky night for you! Dare to take on the ghostly promenade Mystery at the Monastery? Get ready for a walk in the heart of the Old Rivière-du-Loup in the company of its former occupants. You will need your cellphone with data to view the videos and proceed to the next step with the help of clues given by the ghosts. Please present yourself at the Manor to receive all the instructions for your spooky quest. You can also enjoy the activity during the daytime, but we have to say that the nightfall gives the outing that spine-chilling ambiance we love! 

Discover the Old Town

Have you ever been to the Old Rivière-du-Loup? Your family will definitely enjoy the historical tour of this important district. Our guide will take you on a tour of the Manor, then around the neighbourhood, the St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church and finally the St. Patrick's Church. A great way to learn about the history of the city while taking a stroll down our beautiful streets. The kids will love it!  

Mini-putt and Snack Bar 

After your walk around the old town, what best way to end a perfect day than a game of miniputt You will find a miniature golf course near the Manor where the kids can have fun! Don’t pass up your chance: it is a real institution in Rivière-du-Loup. You can treat yourself to a tasty poutine at the on-site snack bar which offers an impressive selection of our national dish. The winner gets dessert?  
 
Finally, with all these suggestions, we wouldn’t be surprised if one day is not enough to complete your list of activities! Come enjoy your visit at the Manor and discover all that is left to do nearby. We guarantee the kids will fall sound asleep after a fun-filled day!