History of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, Québec, Canada

by a decree of the council of state, Mar. 3, 1722, which confirmed a regulation of Feb. 20, 1721, extends one league in front along the St. Lawrence and is bounded W. by the P. of Chateau Richer and E. by the P. of St. Joachim from which it is separated by the R. Ste. Anne, and stretches to the rear line of the S. - All the lands or farms in this P. were conceded prior to 1759, each extending 3 arpents in front by 1 1/ 2 league in depth, subject to the moderate payment of about 2 livres old currency for each front arpent as a kind of quit-rent.

Population 692

but this means of transport was supplanted by the railway, built in 1889, which now provides transport to the village thanks to the Train de la Bonne Sainte-Anne. In the middle of the 20th century, the little electric train of Sainte-Anne took over.

These met on January 16, 1973 to form a single entity, the current city of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré.

STE. ANNE DE BEAUPRE, a post village in Montmorency co., Que., on the North shore of the St. Lawrence, at the mouth of the River Ste. Anne, 22 miles below Quebec. It contains a Roman Catholic church, and about a dozen stores. There are very picturesque falls near the village. Pop. 300.

...At Ste. Anne, history and tradition blend with the life and manners of today in a most striking way. The first settlers in the Cote de Beaupre built a little church on the bank of the St. Lawrence, and dedicated it to La Bonne Ste. Anne, in memory, no doubt, as Ferland says, of the celebrated pilgrimage of Sainte Anne d'Auray in Bretagne. The bank, however, was carried away by the ice and the floods. So another building was commenced in 1657 upon the site pointed out by M. de Queylus, the Vicar-General, and given by Etienne de Lessard. It was finished in 1660. The Governor, M. d'Argenson, laid the first stone, and the work was done by the pjous labour of the habitants. As one of these, Louis Guimont by name, racked with rheumatism, painfully struggled to place three stones in the foundation, he suddenly found his health restored. Thenceforward, La Bonne Ste. Anne de Beaupre became famous throughout all Canada. Among the pilgrims that flocked to celebrate her fete each year, were...

Sainte Anne de Beaupré, a post-village in Montmorency co., Quebec, on the N. shore of the St. Lawrence, at the mouth of the Ste. Anne, 22 miles below Quebec. It contains a church and a dozen stores. There are very picturesque falls near the village. , Pop.300.

Sainte Anne de Beaupre, a post-village of Montmorency co., Quebec, on the N. shore of the St. Lawrence, at the mouth of the Ste. Anne, 22 miles below Quebec, on the Quebec R. There are very picturesque falls near the village.

DAMAGE SET AT $1,200,000

FLAMES BREAK OUT IN SACRISTY, SPREAD TO MONASTERY AND THEN TO BASILICA.

Apparatus Rushed From Quebec Able to Do Little to Check the Blaze -- Brothers Rush Into Blazing Structure to Save Famous Relics -- Scene of Fire Most Famous Mecca of Religious Pilgrims in North America.

Quebec, March 29. -- Fire today destroyed the Basilica of Ste. Anne de Beaupre, famous for its shrine, but the statue of Ste. Anne, with the historical relics to which miraculous cures have been ascribed, were saved.

The flames which started in the sacristy, spread rapidly to the monastery of the Redemptorist Fathers, to whose care the shrine had been entrusted, and then to the Basilica.

Apparatus sent from this city to the most famous mecca of religious pilgrims in North America, was able to do little to check the blaze.
Monastery officials estimated the property damage at $1,200,000. That a greater toll of church relics was not taken was due to the heroic efforts of the...

Ste-Anne-de-Beaupré, Qué, Town, pop 2752 (2001c), 3023 (1996c), 3146 (1991c), 3162 (1986c), area 62.64 km2, inc 1855, located on the north shore of the St Lawrence River 35 km east of Québec City, is known worldwide for its shrine, a pilgrimage site attracting over one million visitors yearly. In 1658 Étienne Lessard, one of the first settlers, ceded some land for the construction of the first wooden chapel dedicated to Ste-Anne, who was especially venerated in New France.

Built too close to the river, it was damaged by the tides and rebuilt in 1661 at the foot of the slope. It was replaced by a stone church in 1676. Enlarged several times, the church welcomed thousands of pilgrims during almost 2 centuries. It was demolished in 1872 and replaced by the first basilica, which was destroyed by fire in 1922.

The present Roman-style basilica dates from 1926. Its treasures include sacred 18th-century vases engraved by, among others, François Ranvoyzé and Laurent Amyot and a large...

Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré: Start your visit with a trip to the famous basilica, a stunning masterpiece of religious architecture. Admire the intricate artwork, sculptures, and stained glass windows that make this church a must-see. Don't forget to light a candle or attend a mass if you're interested.

Mont Sainte-Anne: If you're a nature enthusiast, Mont Sainte-Anne is a paradise for outdoor activities. In the winter, it's a renowned ski resort offering skiing and snowboarding. In the summer, you can hike, mountain bike, or take a scenic gondola ride to enjoy breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River.

Canyon Sainte-Anne: Explore the rugged beauty of the Canyon Sainte-Anne. Walk across suspension bridges that hang high above the rushing river below. The trails offer a fantastic opportunity for hiking and discovering the natural wonders of the area.

Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine: This historic site features a replica of the original chapel that was built in 1658....