Everything You Need to Know to Plan a Trip to Bas-Saint-Laurent
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Are you thinking of visiting the region of Bas-Saint-Laurent soon? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan your stay.
Read MoreBas-Saint-Laurent is a rich blend of coastal, rural and forest scenery. The influence of the sea and land can be felt throughout this region, both in the architecture of the houses and on the menus of the region’s many fine restaurants. In addition, islands, lakes and rivers offer both hard and soft adventure opportunities.
In the winter, Bas-Saint-Laurent experiences heavy snowfall, much to the delight of winter sports enthusiasts. The forests, lakes and shoreline of this region offer many opportunities for winter activities, including snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing, dogsledding, ice fishing and more.
Are you thinking of visiting the region of Bas-Saint-Laurent soon? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan your stay.
Read MoreWhile visiting Eastern Québec, you’ll notice that many islands dot the waters of the St. Lawrence, particularly in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. This popular snowmobile destination offers several trails with spectacular views of the frozen sea and snow-covered islands. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits you in this region.
Read MoreWith three Trans-Québec trails (TQ5, TQ35 and TQ85) as well as numerous local and regional trails, Bas-Saint-Laurent offers endless ride opportunities for snowmobilers.
Read MoreBas-Saint-Laurent by snowmobile is one long lookout from the Appalachian Highlands, offering a series of magnificent views of the St. Lawrence and its islands.
Read MoreFrom Kamouraska to Rimouski via Rivière-du-Loup and the interior, Bas-Saint-Laurent offers a wide range of scenery. Explore the region along the Bas-Saint-Laurent – Gaspésie Snowmobile Tour or find a home base and ride on loop trails. Here are four establishments you may want to add to your itinerary.
Read MoreMore and more travellers are looking for meaningful travel experiences, contact with nature and local communities, a better understanding of the forest and the opportunity to enjoy gourmet delights. The Kamouraska area, in Bas-Saint-Laurent, is a mushroom tourism destination that will meet these travel objectives with a distinctive offer showcasing forest mushrooms!
Read MoreRimouski offers the best of both worlds, combining urban vitality with proximity to nature. Even in the heart of the city, it’s easy to escape from it all along the magnificent Promenade de la Mer boardwalk, which runs along the St. Lawrence. Offering lively festivals and breathtaking coastal scenery, Rimouski is the ideal destination for a road trip that will remain etched in your memory forever!
Read MoreIf you want to fill up on fall colours, Bas-Saint-Laurent is a great destination. From scenic tourist routes to amazing hiking trails, this maritime region of Québec has more than one trick up its sleeve to charm those who love this special season!
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