History of Grondines, Québec, Canada

We find the name of Grondines on a map of 1632.
It was chosen because "of a large number of flats of large pebbles which are in front, which means that, when it is windy, the waters make a great noise there (according to Gideon of Catalonia). During the summer of 1633, Champlain set up the first trading post there upstream from Quebec.
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1638 - Seigniory Grondines granted 20th Mar., 1638, to the Duchess d'Aiguillon for Les Dames Hospitalierre of the Hotel Dieu of Quebec.


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In 1646, the nuns of the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec took possession of the seigneury of Grondines, created on the current territory of Deschambault-Grondines.

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The first settlers came to settle in Grondines and Deschambault around the 1670s, after the soldiers of the Carignan regiment drove out the Iroquois.
Around the middle of the 18th century, there are about 100 families of European origin in the territory.
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1674 - Grondines Windmill
The name Grondines was named by Samuel de Champlain himself. "Grondines" is from the French verb "gronder", meaning to rumble or roar. In 1674, the Grondines windmill was built and is the oldest windmill in Québec. The windmill was first a flour mill, and then a lighthouse.
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1676 - Parish of Grondines is established

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1680 - Église de Saint-Charles established at Grondines

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1828 - Wreck of Steamboats
From the Montreal Gazette.

On Thursday morning, about 3 o'clock, the Steamboats Lady of the Lake, on her way to Quebec, and the Chambly, on her voyage up, ran foul of each other opposite Grondines. The guard and part of the deck on the starboard bow of the Chambly were broken, when the boats first came in contact. The Lady of the Lake then swung round, struck the starboard quarter of the Chambly, broke two of the stauncheons and the small boat that hung on the davids. We have not heard the extent of the damage received by Lady of the Lake, but it is supposed not so great, as she did not stop her engine, but proceeded on her voyage.
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August 2, 1828

1832 - GRONDINES, les,
seigniory, in the co. of Portneuf, is bounded S.W. by the S. of Ste. Anne and its augmentation; N.E. by La Tesserie; in the rear by the projected T. of Alton and waste lands of the crown; in front by the St. Lawrence. - Granted in three parts, viz. the W. part, one league in front by ten in depth, 20th Mar., 1638, to the Duchess d'Aiguillon for Les Dames Hospitalieres of the Hotel Dieu of Quebec; the E. part, 3/ 4 l. in front by 3 l. in depth, 3rd Nov., 1672, to the poor of that hopsital; the aug. to the E. part, 2 l. in depth by 3/ 4 l. in front, 25th Apr., 1711, to Louis Hamelin: the whole is now the property of Mr. Charret. - Throughout the greater part of these grants the soil is indifferent; a thin layer of poor earth upon a sold bed of stone: here and there a few patches of better quality may be found, and all the known lands on the Grondines' side of the rapid of the R. Ste. Anne are of good quality. - Five concessions have been conceded and part of another; the first 4 are... Read MORE...

1873
GRONDINES, a post village in Portneuf co, Que., on the N. shore of the St. Lawrence, 48 miles above Quebec It has two lighthouses, and contains 6 Stores, a grist mill and a telegraph office. A steamboat from Quebec calls twice a week. Pop. 400; of parish 1,503.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1885 - Canadian Towns which are Infected
The State Board of Health of Maine announces, that besides Montreal and its suburbs, the following named places in the Province of Quebec are affected with small-pox; Batiscan, Oct. 22, 7 families; Bersenels, below Tadousac, Nov 6, 4 families; Cap St. Ignace, Oct. 29, 50 cases, Chambly, Oct 27, 2 cases; Grondines, Oct. 18, several deaths; Lachine, Nov. 4, another new case, Laprairie, Oct. 22, 1 child died and 3 sick, L'Islet, Oct. 29, 6 cases; Longueuil, Nov. 3, 7 cases, have been 20 in all, Lorette, Oct 28, six cases; Maissonneuve, Oct. 31; Mascouche, Oct 31; Montmagny, Oct 29, one case; Ottawa, Nov. 6, several cases; Pointe aux Trembles, Port Neuf, Oct. 29, six cases, Rivier du Loup, Oct 23 ten cases, Rimouski, Oct, 21, 8 cases, St Francis, Temisconata Co, Nov 7, 7 cases, St Joseph de Levis, Oct 31, St. Lambert, Nov 3, 1 case, St. I in, Nov. 5; St. Martin, Oct 27 2 houses, St. Michel, Oct. 27, 4 deaths recently, St. Paschal, Oct 23 3 cases; St. Remi, Oct 27, 2 houses, St Roch, Nov.... Read MORE...

1895 - Grondines
Grondines, a post village in Portneuf co., Quebec, on the N. shore of the St. Lawrence, 48 miles above Quebec. It has 2 light-houses, and contains 6 stores and a grist-mill. A steamboat from Quebec calls twice a week. Pop. 400.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Grondines, a post- village of Portneuf co., Quebec, on the N. shore of the St. Lawrence River, 48 miles above Quebec. Pop. about 200.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

The municipality of Deschambault-Grondines was created in 2002, when Deschambault and Grondines merged to form one of the most beautiful villages in Quebec.

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2023 - Grondines has something for everyone. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Grondines:
Parc de la Chute Grondines (Grondines Falls Park): Start your visit to Grondines with a trip to the Parc de la Chute Grondines. This beautiful park is home to a stunning waterfall and offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature. The falls are particularly impressive during the spring and early summer when the water flow is at its peak.

Moulin Marcoux (Marcoux Mill): Discover the history of Grondines by visiting Moulin Marcoux, a historic watermill dating back to the 18th century. You can take a guided tour to learn about the milling process and the role this mill played in the development of the village. The picturesque mill and its surroundings are also perfect for photography enthusiasts.

Église de Grondines (Grondines Church): This beautiful church is a significant landmark in the village and a testament to the area's rich religious history. Even if you're not particularly religious, the architecture and interior of the Église de... Read MORE...