Quebec City is full of staircases. Quebec has a large cliff that separates two areas called Lower Town and Upper Town. The Breakneck Stairs are Quebec’s oldest staircase, dating back to 1635. They were originally called the “Champlain Stairs”, “Beggars’ Stairs”, and “Lower Town Stairs”, but were renamed to Breakneck due to its steepness. The stairs have been renovated several times over the years. They are located directly beside the Funicular so you can choose to take the railway or take the stairs.