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Everything Looks Prettier in the Snow – Vieux Terrebonne Part 1
Keeping it close to home this week, it was a perfectly mild, snowy day, ideal for a doorscursion around the historical old section of Terrebonne.
In case you’re wondering, Terrebonne lies directly off the northeastern tip of Laval, just north of Montreal on a section of the Milles-Iles River.
With a population of close to 115,000 Terrebonne is the largest city in the Lanaudiere region of the Province of Quebec and the tenth largest city overall within the province.
The first French settlements in the area date back to the 1670’s and parts of Vieux (Old) Terrebonne contain some of the best preserved heritage buildings in the province.
Take a stroll through Vieux Terrebonne and you’ll find some wonderful examples of 18th and 19th century Québecois architecture.
Everything looks prettier surrounded by falling snow, don’t ya think?
You’ ll find a number of lovely old stone buildings
Even the iron fence surrounding the old seminary school is worth stopping to admire.
And on the more modern buildings you’ll find examples of our world-famous break-your-neck outdoor iron staircases 😉
We’ve got even more snow and mild temps in the forecast for the next few days. Time to grab the camera and head out for more 🙂
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Lovely doors and nice ambiance with the dusting of snow! =)
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Beautiful doors this week. I really enjoy my virtual travelling with you.
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Indeed beautiful with the snow, especially with the red brick background. Quite painterly. Cold though for a doorscursion! I got sooo spoiled over here. 😀
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It’s milder than you might think, plus my secret weapon (battery-powered heated gloves) makes it real easy on the fingers 😉
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You’re right, it’s all made more beautiful by the snow. Love that fence shot. Love it.
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Thanks Joey 🙂
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So pretty, Norm. I’m a sucker for detailed iron work. Yes, everything does look prettier in falling snow!
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It does indeed 🙂
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you are right Norm, E
everything looks prettier surrounded by falling snow. fine architecture indeed.
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Glad you enjoyed this 🙂
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Beautiful pictures, and beautiful snow pictures. Love that iron fence!
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Thanks Marian. Yeah that fence is pretty cool 🙂
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pretty pictures and pretty doors.
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Thank you 🙂
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Amazing doors, Norm, and the snow just adds to the texture. 🙂 Glad you are feeling better and are up and around. I’m taking my turn with a cold/sinus right now. 🙂
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Thanks Judy. Yes I’m back to full strength now. I hope you don’t get what I got – not fun at all.
Take it easy and feel better soon 🙂
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Winter!
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Yes indeed 🙂
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So that’s what snow falling from the sky looks like! Lovely doors, but holy cow… people actually get out and about in that weather?
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I guess it’s not as bad as it looks, especially if you’re used to it. Everything just takes a little longer and requires planning ahead, but yeah, except for the really bad stormy days when it’s best to stay indoors, life just sort of keeps going 🙂
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Norm, we are in the Eastern Towships & cannot believe the snow that has fallen in the last week. I think it is something like 109cm on the mountain 😲⛷❄️☃️🇨🇦
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The Townships are gorgeous in winter – enjoy.
I’ve heard it has been close to record snowfalls there this winter. The skiing/snowboarding must be great 🙂
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You are so right Norm…everything DOES look prettier in the snow. However, I’m sure those buildings look wonderful at all times. My favorite mix is the yellow and burgundy. I don’t know if it’s because of the snow enhancement or the use of two colors, but it sure stands out. Thanks for the beautiful roundup! 🙂
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Thanks Amy. We’re supposed to get more of the white stuff tonight and tomorrow. I’m gonna try to get out for some more shots if it does.
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Greetings from sunny California, where I just came back from swimming in an outdoor pool! This is how I like to see snow. Gorgeous!
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Swimming…pfft. At this time of year we skate on outdoor water 😉
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I’m from Buffalo NY originally. I’ve done a lot of skating!
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So beautiful in the snow. If only we could have a little bit.
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If it was at all possible, I’m sure we’d happily ship you some of our 😉
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ahh – the snow is my fav part of almost every photo here – doors – fences, buildings – such a nice vibe (and a little chilly – ha)
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It was just a bit below freezing so kinda mild for early February. Ideal winter doorscursion weather 😉
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oooo – well it also means you are up and back in action – so glad…
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I love the symmetry of the last house and the red trim is stunning in the snow!
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Thank you Candy, that’s one of my favourites as well 🙂
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The snow makes it look like I’m finding myself in a story! The reality is of course all the work that comes with it, although in a small town or city it’s more enjoyable than in a big one! The brick with the black trimmed windows and doors becomes so stately as well as the iron fence – beauitul!
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Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed these 🙂
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Wonderful – especially 273! Wow.
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Thanks Jan 🙂
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LOL! I remember those iron staircases 🙂
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Those staircases keep the emergency rooms humming all winter long 😉
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LOL!
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I loved the cheerful colour of 850. That would look good in almost any weather I think.
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You’re right of course, it’s lovely in any weather; but the snow gives it a special atmosphere 🙂
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Love that red house with the snow falling.
Looks like a post card😊
Pat
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Thanks Pat. It is pretty isn’t it?
I think my comments to your posts are getting caught in the WordPress spam filter again. You may want to check in the “comments” section of the admin dashboard. You’ll need to flag my comment as “Not Spam”.
I don’t know why this keeps happening to me 😦
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Yup! You were in wordpress purgatory, ‘I hereby release you’. 😊 Gotta check that thing more often, you were not alone.
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There are too many fabulous posts for me to possibly review them all before a trip to Montreal. You don’t just introduce us to beautiful doors, but places I’ve never heard of, and history I don’t know.
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Thanks for the kinds words Leah 🙂
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Those staircases outside scared me when I was a kid and more so now!
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I agree – especially in the snow or when there’s freezing rain. Thanks Jackie 🙂
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Does half a door qualify? Even doors go on strike now and then.
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Stone walls, wooden doors, iron fences, balconies (some of them even straight) and snow – you’re pressing most of my buttons today, Norm.Getting good photos in the snow is not an easy task.
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Thanks Dan. It was actually quite enjoyable to be out in these conditions, especially with the mild temps, just below freezing. The world is a much different place all covered in white. We had lots of fun 🙂
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I want to live at 273. I love the ironwork on that door and the dark metal handle that coordinates with it. However, all your door photos are spectacular and make a snowy day look quaint and inviting.
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It’s certainly one of the older buildings in the area and it does have a certain snowy charm to it 🙂
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Snow cover is so inspirational! Lovely!
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On a mild day like this the snow can be a real boost for the spirit 🙂
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As if the architecture with the infamous break-your-neck outdoor staircases weren’t enough to highlight this was Quebec, you had to toss in falling snow as an exclamation mark 🙂
My favourite photo isn’t of a door at all, but the fence line. I love the way it captures that snowy day.
What surprised me though was the size of Terrebonne. I had to check the route of the TransCanada Trail and it does include Terrebonne, so eventually I’ll get to experience it – hopefully sans neige 🙂 Is it considered part of Montreal, or a separate city?
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Thanks Joanne. I would not be surprised to find out our main bike trail The Trans-Terrebonne is part of the TCT.
Officially it’s a completely separate municipality. We have our own elected city council, mayor, and police force. Though it does get lumped into the “Greater Montreal” region it is still an autonomous city.
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I checked – the TCT does go into Terrebonne. I didn’t realize that’s where you live.
When you’re here in March, we need to talk. I’m planning 2 trips into Montreal this summer on the TCT. I may have to plan at least one of those trips through Terrebonne 😉
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Will do.
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They look so pretty with snow! I loved that little red house with the snow capped roof.
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Thanks Deborah. The snow and mild temps made it such a perfect day to get out. Stay tuned, there’ll be more in next week’s post.
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Yes indeed it looks good in the snow as long as you don’t have to go out in it! 💜💜
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Well I’ll say that if you’re properly dressed for it a mild day like this is actually quite comfortable but I guess you may just have to take my word for it 😉
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Indeed 💜
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These were such pretty snow covered doors and scenes, Norm!
Red, brick red and the deeper red doors are such attractive ones in contrast to the honey colored stones. Those brighter reds stood out in a unique way!
Have wonderful weekend, Norm! ❄
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Thanks Robin glad you enjoyed it. Enjoy your weekend too 🙂
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Oh, it was truly an amazing visit today, this morning. I’m looking forward to seeing my Mom and brother. Cleveland Ohio bound. Thank you!
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I have deleted and reposted, seems to work now. Ian
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Thanks Ian. Glad to see you got it sorted out – cheers!
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Too cool. We are having a prolonged cold winter in UK this year. Snow is not my preferred element. But you have captured it well in front of the doors. BTW I am still having problems posting – maybe I should take it down and try again? I am not able to find the proper URL, and instead I seem to post the actual site. Help!
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The snow falling in front of all the doors is lovely. Louise
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Thank you 🙂
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