Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, this green archipelago surrounded by white-sand beaches and red cliffs has a magnetic appeal. Discover the Îles de la Madeleine!
Our regions are some of the best places in the world to see whales! You will also have the opportunity to observe many other animals in their natural environments.
Discover fish and seafood from the St. Lawrence as well as other local products from Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine.
Bathed in the salty waters of the St. Lawrence Estuary and Gulf, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine make up Québec by the Sea, an amazing travel destination steeped in sea breezes and a maritime way of life.
The Site historique national de Paspébiac is located in a barachois, which is not only an ideal place for boats to dock, but, more importantly, its wide banks were also perfect for drying cod.
Sports and outdoor lovers, fishing and hunting enthusiasts, farmers who have worked the land for generations and local craftspeople will welcome you with open arms in the Témiscouata area where nature reigns.
Whether you’re driving the Bas-Saint-Laurent – Gaspésie Tour clockwise or counterclockwise, Parks Canada’s national historic sites offer unique experiences to begin or end your vacation in style. Here’s what’s new that you won’t want to miss in 2025!