Walking Tour in Old Quebec : Death in New France

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Prepare to uncover the true face of death in the 17th century with this brand-new animated tour of New France. Step into a world where life was fragile and mortality ever-present, guided by a highly animated — or almost — character who brings the past to life with dark humor and vivid storytelling. As you explore the historic streets of Old Québec, you’ll be immersed in the era’s funeral customs, ancient cemeteries, and the harsh realities of burial practices in colonial times. Along the way, discover where the final resting places of Old Québec once lay and how the bodies of criminals, the poor, and the elite were treated after death. Learn about the colonists’ rites of passage, their beliefs surrounding mortality, and how society viewed the end of life in New France. Between mystery, history, and theatrical narration, this mournful yet entertaining walk reveals long-buried secrets that transform the city into an open-air storybook of its most haunting traditions.