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!
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.
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.
The maritime regions of Québec offer 6000 kilometres (3700 miles) of marked and groomed snowmobile trails dotted with rest areas and near gas stations, accommodations and restaurants.
Located in the highland of Bas-Saint-Laurent, right in the middle of the idyllic forest and mountain, Domaine Valga has all the ingredients for great wintertime vacations: a perfect environment for winter activities, cozy lodging and high-quality cuisine served in a relaxed atmosphere.
A vacation in our regions offers many opportunities to capture magical moments, memorable encounters and cultural discoveries of all kinds. Eastern Quebec is known for its rich maritime heritage, which you can discover during your next visit! In the meantime, here’s our top three of your best photos inspired by our culture.
While on vacation, your accommodations are often much more than just a room in which to spend the night, and this is especially true in the maritime regions of Québec. Fortunately, these destinations offer many places to stay where you’re sure to feel right at home, in carefully designed settings surrounded by fresh air and wide-open natural spaces.