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.
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.
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.
Offering plenty of snow, 1800 kilometres (1100 miles) of well-groomed trails and an abundance of snowmobile-friendly facilities, Bas-Saint-Laurent has everything you need for a fantastic snowmobile trip.
The sea, rivers, lakes, mountains, fields… Vast natural landscapes are found throughout the maritime regions of Québec, much to the delight of outdoor enthusiasts as well as those seeking peace and relaxation. It can be hard to figure out the best places to go to see the most beautiful views, which is why we’ve prepared this list to get you started!
The maritime regions of Québec are home to a multitude of wildlife species on land, in the sea and in the air! Here are a few interpretation sites and museums to add to your itinerary to learn all about the wildlife found in our regions.