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La Tuque, a beautiful destination, is conveniently accessible by air, road, and rail. While there are no commercial flights to La Tuque Airport (YLQ), it offers facilities for private planes and chartered flights. Traveling by road to La Tuque is an adventure in itself. The town is located on Route 155, which you can reach by taking Route 55 north of Shawinigan from Trois-Rivieres. As you drive along these scenic roads, you'll be immersed in breathtaking natural surroundings. If you prefer a hassle-free journey, you can take Orléans Express, which provides daily bus service connecting Trois-Rivieres to La Tuque. Departing at 6:00 PM from Trois-Rivieres, the bus arrives in La Tuque at 8:45 PM. On Sundays, an additional service departs at 1:00 PM and arrives in La Tuque at 3:39 PM. For travelers heading in the opposite direction, buses leave La Tuque at 7:15 AM daily and at 5:00 PM on Sundays, arriving in Trois-Rivieres at 10:02 AM and 7:47 PM respectively. From Trois-Rivieres, you can easily connect to other cities such as Quebec City and Montreal. For a unique and memorable experience, VIA Rail Canada offers a thrice-weekly train service connecting La Tuque to Montreal. Departing from Montreal at 8:15 AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, the train arrives in La Tuque at 1:18 PM. The return journey from La Tuque leaves on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:53 AM, or 2:53 PM on Sundays, reaching Montreal at 5:15 PM and 8:15 PM respectively. Embark on this scenic train ride and savor the magnificent views along the way.

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Popular Foods

Poutine is a Canadian comfort food consisting of French fries topped with cheese curds and a generous amount of gravy. This dish originates from the province of Quebec but is now widely enjoyed across Canada. It's typically a non-spicy, warm, and filling meal.

Smoked salmon is a popular food item in Canada, particularly in British Columbia where the Pacific salmon is abundant. The salmon is cured with salt and sugar, then cold-smoked over wood chips to enhance its flavor. It's often served as an appetizer, accompanied by cream cheese, bagels, or crackers. The dish offers a mixture of savory and slightly smoky taste, making it a refreshing choice.

Butter tarts are a sweet and flaky dessert native to Canada, particularly popular in the prairie provinces. A butter tart consists of a pastry shell filled with a mixture of butter, sugar, and syrup, often with added raisins or pecans. These bite-sized treats offer a perfect balance of sweetness and richness, making them a beloved Canadian treat.

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