Offering long beaches protected from the wind, temperate waters, spectacular scenery and picturesque villages reflecting a rich cultural mosaic, this part of the Gaspé Peninsula has been attracting vacationers for decades. Here are five good reasons to visit the Chaleur Bay area.
Read MoreAre you planning a trip to Gaspésie? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan a memorable one.
Read MoreFishing, navigation, historic battles, the fur trade... The maritime regions of Québec boast a rich history and natural heritage that are directly linked to the St. Lawrence. Many historic and heritage sites located in the coastal areas of the maritime regions of Québec recount different chapters of this history. Here are a few sites to add to your itinerary!
Read MoreContemporary art, history, maritime heritage, natural sciences, industrial heritage... Whatever your interests, you will find several museums and interpretation sites in Eastern Québec that will satisfy your desire for knowledge. Here are a few examples.
Read MoreEvery time I’ve driven past the Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site in Gaspésie, I’ve thought to myself that I should stop for a visit. And every time, I’ve kept driving... as I’m sure lots of other people do too. And yet this site witnessed a key event in Canadian history that few people know about. Finally, on my way home from a stay in the Chaleur Bay region, I decided to finally visit the historic site... or so I thought!
Read MoreWhile navigation has marked the history of Bas-Saint-Laurent, it's mostly the fisheries that have left their mark in Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine.
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