Following the capture of Québec in 1760, France dispatched a fleet to rescue its North American colony. On July 8, in Chaleur Bay in Gaspésie, the last naval battle between the French and English took place, sealing the fate of New France. Today, an interpretation centre built in front of the battle site exhibits the remains of an 18th-century French frigate recovered during underwater archeological excavations. Many original objects are on display in a setting that recreates life aboard a ship. All aboard!
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From early June to early October
- Schedule
- Daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Cost
- $4/adult, $3/senior (65+), $2/child aged 6 to 16, free for children under 6, $10/family
- Note for this reservation
- Required for groups of 10 or more and off-season
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Cash
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American Express
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Interac
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MasterCard
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Visa
- Activities available in summer
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Interpretation Sites
The Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site commemorates the last naval battle between France and England for possession of the North American continent, an event that sealed the fate of New France forever after.
Maritime Heritage
The Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site commemorates the last naval battle between France and England for possession of the North American continent, an event that sealed the fate of New France forever after.
Museums
The Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site commemorates the last naval battle between France and England for possession of the North American continent, an event that sealed the fate of New France forever after.
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- Services
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Picnic area
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No pets allowed
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Boutique
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Free parking
- How to get there
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Via Route 132, 3 km (2 mi.) west of the Pointe-à-la-Croix intersection.
- Affiliations and distinctions
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Affiliations
Parks Canada network
Tourisme Gaspésie
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