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Thetford Mines, Quebec

Thetford Mines is a city in south-central Quebec, Canada. It is the seat of Les Appalaches Regional County Municipality.

Type City

Why go

  • City in Quebec, Canada.
  • Served by Lac William ice runway (seasonal).

History

Thetford Mines is a city in south-central Quebec, Canada. It is the seat of Les Appalaches Regional County Municipality. The city is located in the Appalachian Mountains, 187 km east-northeast of Montreal and 79 km south of Quebec City. It is known mostly as the asbestos capital of Canada.

Airports

Thetford Mines Airport 6.3 km to the centre
Thetford Mines, QC, CA
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Saint-Ferdinand Airport 18 km to the centre
Saint-Ferdinand, QC, CA
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Lac William ice runway (seasonal); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Thetford Mines, Quebec. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach

Tours & experiences