In Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saint-André-de-Kamouraska is considered the mecca of sports climbing in Québec, with over 100 climbing routes. In Pohénégamook, you can try rock climbing with a guide on a tower or natural climbing wall. At the Jardin des glaciers (Garden of the Glaciers) in Baie-Comeau, in the Manicouagan region, try out rappelling, canyoning and via ferrate! Consult the list of companies offering climbing opportunities to find one that suits you!
In Québec maritime, ferries serve as an extension of the road network. In addition to allowing you to visit both shores of the St. Lawrence without retracing your steps, they are a novel way to travel and offer unique perspectives on the surrounding scenery and marine mammals.
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The Jardin des Glaciers (Garden of the Glaciers) offers climbing routes for various skill levels as well as a climbing wall in the Adrenalin Zone. Other activities include zip lines across a lake and fjord and via ferrate along the St. Lawrence.
Cap-Gaspé, at the tip of Forillon National Park of Canada, which surely inspired the name Gaspé, meaning “land’s end” in the Míkmaq language.
Photo: Agence Plein Ciel
Gaspé boasts a national park within town limits: Forillon National Park of Canada, which is home to spectacular and varied scenery. Pictured here: Majestic Cap Bon-Ami, in the dawn light.
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Seven different species of whales, including the famous blue whale, can be observed in Gaspé Bay, where they come to feed. Pictured here: A minke whale and her baby off Forillon—a stunning and unforgettable sight!
Photo: Marc Debain
Gaspé is recognized as the cradle of Canada. For more than four centuries, people have come from far and wide to join the Aboriginal nations and contribute to this area’s rich history. Pictured here: Gespeg Interpretation Site.
Photo: Micmac Nation of Gespeg
Located right in the middle of Gaspé, the marina, Jacques-Cartier yacht club and Le Cormoran sailing school make Gaspé Bay a favourite among sailing enthusiasts.
Photo: Jean-Baptiste Gellé
In the summer, sand and pebble beaches attract many visitors to the area’s 130 kilometres (80 miles) of coastline. In August, magnificent Haldimand Beach (pictured here) hosts an Ultimate Frisbee tournament.
Photo: Ricochet Design
Gaspé is surrounded by water. Whether it be the St. Lawrence, other rivers or stunning Gaspé Bay, water is everywhere, and visitors and local residents make the most of it. Enjoy a kayaking excursion to the seal colony and meet the bay’s inhabitants!
Photo: Cap Aventure
The hiking trails in Forillon National Park of Canada offer breathtaking views and will introduce you to the area’s fascinating geology and wildlife. Expect unforgettable encounters!
Photo: Nancy Gauthier
Many buildings in Gaspé are witnesses to the region’s long history. Pictured here: The Griffon Cultural Centre, a former cold storage warehouse for codfish, which has been converted into a café and multipurpose centre.
Photo: Centre culturel Le Griffon
The region of Gaspé has something for everyone. In addition to its rich culture and history, Gaspé is located in a natural setting, which is ideal for outdoor activities. Why not go for a horseback ride at sunset?
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