{"product_id":"quebec-city-winter-mini-luxury-puzzle","title":"Quebec City Winter, Mini Luxury Puzzle","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover Quebec City in winter—a breathtaking transformation where Canada's oldest walled city becomes a magical winter wonderland straight from a European fairy tale. When snow blankets the cobblestone streets and festive lights illuminate the historic quarter, Quebec City reveals its most enchanting season, celebrating French-Canadian heritage with world-renowned winter festivals and holiday traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you piece together this puzzle, you'll spot the magnificent Château Frontenac draped in snow, its copper roof and castle-like turrets creating a fairy-tale silhouette against the winter sky. You'll also uncover the outdoor ice skating rink in Place D'Youville where locals and visitors glide across the ice surrounded by historic buildings, and the famous German Christmas Market (Marché de Noël allemand de Québec) that transforms the city into a European-style holiday celebration with wooden chalets selling crafts, treats, and warm mulled wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe puzzle captures the spectacular Hôtel de Glace (Ice Hotel) with its brilliant blue ice arches and frozen architecture that glow in the winter light, festive Christmas decorations including wreaths and garlands adorning the historic buildings, beautifully decorated Christmas trees sparkling with lights throughout the old quarter, and the thrilling toboggan slide at Dufferin Terrace where riders have been racing down the icy run since 1884. You'll find snow-covered rooftops on the colourful historic buildings, festive market stalls offering local crafts and seasonal treats, people bundled in winter coats enjoying the magical atmosphere, and the warm glow of lights from windows and street lamps creating a cozy ambiance against the snowy backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuebec City is best experienced during the winter months from December through February when the Christmas markets are in full swing, the Quebec Winter Carnival brings ice sculptures and celebrations, and the city's European charm is amplified by the festive season. This winter wonderland represents the perfect holiday destination, where visitors can explore the snow-covered Château Frontenac in the morning, browse the German Christmas Market for handcrafted gifts and warm treats, ice skate in the historic square, race down the toboggan slide, marvel at the Hôtel de Glace ice structures, and enjoy traditional French-Canadian cuisine in a cozy bistro as snow falls gently outside. Whether you're drawn to the iconic snow-covered Château, the festive Christmas markets, the thrilling toboggan slide, the magical Hôtel de Glace, or the enchanting winter atmosphere, Quebec City in winter embodies the charm of a European Christmas in the heart of Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePuzzle Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e150 pieces\u003cbr\u003eFinished size: 4\" x 6\"\u003cbr\u003eHigh-quality chipboard pieces\u003cbr\u003eComes in a metal tin for storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal handmade marker sketch created with Copic and Winsor Newton markers, signed by artist Wynand van Niekerk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackaged in a durable metal tin, perfect for gifting or keeping your puzzle pieces organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e© Wynand van Niekerk. All rights reserved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downtown Sketcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51346599805216,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/6377\/2192\/files\/DTSP017_-_Quebec_City_Winter_272404c7-b189-4a86-8f43-36a00a33c3d2.jpg?v=1773595770","url":"https:\/\/downtownsketcher.com\/products\/quebec-city-winter-mini-luxury-puzzle","provider":"Downtown Sketcher","version":"1.0","type":"link"}