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| Place | Le Petit-Six |
| Type | Named Locality |
| Province / Territory | Quebec (QC) |
| Location | Alma; Lac-Saint-Jean-Est |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 48.515278 |
| Longitude | -71.614444 |
| Postal Code (FSA) | G8C |
| Area Code | 263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873 |
| Importance | Village / hamlet |
| CGN ID | EIQSE |
Le Petit-Six is a locality in Alma; Lac-Saint-Jean-Est, Quebec, Canada. It is classified as a village / hamlet. Le Petit-Six is located at 48.5153°N, 71.6144°W.
Le Petit-Six, nestled within the expansive embrace of Lac-Saint-Jean-Est, possesses a quiet charm that speaks of the land itself. It lies 4.8 km south-east of Alma, QC (from Alma, QC: bearing 143°T), and is situated 14.2 km north-north-east of Hébertville. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of wind and rain, cradle fertile fields that stretch towards the horizon, their colours shifting with the seasons – emerald in spring, gold in summer, ochre in autumn. The air here often carries the faint, sweet scent of pine from the surrounding boreal forest, a constant companion to the gentle murmur of the nearby Saguenay River, its waters a deep, cool blue reflecting the vast Quebec sky. Even on a grey day, the light possesses a unique quality, a pearlescent sheen that illuminates the textures of the weathered barns and the sturdy, welcoming homes that dot the landscape, each one a silent witness to the enduring spirit of this place. The history of Le Petit-Six is deeply intertwined with the sagas of resourcefulness and resilience that have shaped the region. Once a vital hub for the timber and pulp industries, its economy now leans towards agriculture and a burgeoning tourism sector, drawn by the natural beauty and the authentic Quebecois culture. The legacy of those who cleared the land and built the first settlements can still be felt in the solid craftsmanship of older buildings and the enduring sense of community. Local traditions, passed down through generations, are kept alive in festivals and gatherings, a vibrant testament to the collective memory of Le Petit-Six. This is a place where the past informs the present, where the rhythm of life is set by the cycles of nature and the quiet hum of a community deeply connected to its roots.
Au cœur de la région du Lac-Saint-Jean-Est, Le Petit-Six s'ancre dans un paysage façonné par la douceur des terres et l'étreinte des eaux. Les champs, autrefois sillonnés par les pionniers, s'étendent à perte de vue, offrant une mosaïque de cultures sous un ciel d'une amplitude rare, où le soleil couchant déploie des teintes d'or et de pourpre sur les collines doucement ondulantes. La vie y suit un rythme mesuré, nourri par le murmure des rivières qui serpentent vers le grand lac, témoins d'une histoire façonnée par la terre et les hommes qui l'ont cultivée avec persévérance. L'air, frais et vivifiant, porte encore l'écho des traditions, un héritage discret qui confère à Le Petit-Six son caractère singulier, une âme rurale authentique où chaque saison apporte son lot de beautés naturelles et de quiétude.
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Explore Le Petit-Six, 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: 48.515278, -71.614444. 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 Le Petit-Six includes the postal code (G8C), 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.
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| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |