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| Place | Communauté métropolitaine de Québec |
| Type | Metropolitan Community Territory |
| Province / Territory | Quebec (QC) |
| Location | Québec; Capitale-Nationale |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 46.766666 |
| Longitude | -71.283333 |
| Postal Code (FSA) | G1W |
| Area Code | 263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873 |
| Importance | Large city |
| CGN ID | ESXUF |
Communauté métropolitaine de Québec is a metropolitan community territory in Québec; Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Communauté métropolitaine de Québec is located at 46.7667°N, 71.2833°W.
Communauté métropolitaine de Québec sits at a place where the great St. Lawrence River begins its wide embrace, a vast artery shaping both its landscape and its destiny. It lies 3.4 km west-north-west of Lévis, QC (from Lévis, QC: bearing 286°T), and is situated 7.8 km south-west of Québec. The land here is a gentle undulation, rising from the river's edge to meet the rolling hills of the Canadian Shield, a geological embrace that has witnessed centuries unfold. This is a place deeply rooted in history, a cradle of New France where the echoes of its founding are still felt in the stone and spirit of the region. The economy, once anchored by the fur trade and its strategic port, has evolved, now thriving on a diverse mix of government services, technology, and a burgeoning tourism sector drawn to its rich heritage and the crisp, clean air that often carries the scent of pine. The very light, especially in the late afternoon, seems to linger, casting a warm, golden hue over the historic architecture and the fertile fields that stretch towards the horizon. The cultural character of Communauté métropolitaine de Québec is one of proud resilience and a deep appreciation for the arts and traditions that have been nurtured here for generations. The iconic Château Frontenac stands sentinel over the cityscape, a proud reminder of its storied past, while the Plains of Abraham offer a vast expanse of green, a place of quiet reflection and historical significance. Within its bounds, Université Laval, a venerable institution, cultivates minds, fostering a spirit of intellectual curiosity. While specific professional sports teams might not dominate national headlines, the passion for hockey and other winter sports runs deep in the community's veins, a shared enthusiasm that brings people together. The annual Quebec Winter Carnival, a vibrant explosion of ice sculptures, music, and spirited competition, draws visitors from afar, a testament to the city's enduring festive spirit. It is a place where the rhythm of everyday life is often punctuated by the murmur of French conversation and the steady flow of the river, a constant, calming presence.
La Communauté métropolitaine de Québec s'ancre dans le creux de la vallée du Saint-Laurent, là où le fleuve prend des allures presque maritimes, large et majestueux, caressant des rives où l'histoire a laissé une empreinte profonde, des plaines fertiles aux contreforts des Appalaches. C'est un lieu où le temps semble parfois suspendu, entre le murmure des rivières qui descendent des terres plus hautes et le rythme soutenu de la vie urbaine qui s'étire le long de ses avenues. La lumière, souvent d'une clarté singulière, filtre à travers les arbres matures, révélant la texture des vieilles pierres et la vitalité des espaces verts qui parsèment la Communauté métropolitaine de Québec, rappelant les saisons qui se succèdent avec une cadence immuable. L'héritage des premiers peuplements, qu'ils soient autochtones ou issus des vagues de colonisation, se devine dans le paysage, dans la manière dont les communautés ont su s'adapter et prospérer, tissant une identité où le passé et le présent s'entremêlent avec une grâce discrète, une mélodie douce qui résonne à travers la Capitale-Nationale.
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Explore Communauté métropolitaine de Québec, Quebec, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 46.766666, -71.283333. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.
Detailed location data for Communauté métropolitaine de Québec includes the postal code (G1W), telephone area code (263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.
Location data for Communauté métropolitaine de Québec is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |