Côte-Nord is vast, wild and spectacular. It extends from Tadoussac to Blanc-Sablon and from the north shore of the St. Lawrence northward, to where the boreal forest gives way to the taiga. Out at sea and from the shore, up to 13 species of whales can be observed in this region. Côte-Nord is a land of extremes, from the Saguenay Fjord to the canyons of Anticosti Island, not to mention the mysterious monoliths of the Mingan Archipelago.
Various winter activities allow visitors to discover the vastness of this territory, whether by riding the region’s many snowmobile trails or exploring snowshoeing and cross-country skiing trails. Ice fishing, wildlife observation and dogsledding are also among the many activities offered to visitors wishing to explore this untamed wilderness area.
What’s particularly interesting about the regions of Québec maritime is that we can use different ferry routes to go from one to another. I took the ferry between Matane and Baie-Comeau, back and forth, when I went in the Côte-Nord region.
Read MoreSeptember and October are particularly good months to visit the maritime regions of Québec.
Read MoreDespite the fog that refuses to clear away completely, Pascale and I head for the open sea to explore Sept-Îles Archipelago.
Read More[…] Walking by the salt water in stillness or in the wind listening to immensity […] Roland Jomphe, from De l’eau salée dans les veines
Read MoreCôte-Nord is an immense region that is home to a river that turns into the sea, abundant wildlife, huge forests, rushing rivers and larger-than-life scenery.
Read MoreThe sea surrounds you in the maritime regions of Québec, and there are lots of water sports on offer. Whether you want to admire the scenery from another angle, observe seabirds or marine mammals, enjoy a quiet moment on the water or simply cross the St. Lawrence River, take the time to breathe in the fresh sea air and fully enjoy your vacation!
Read MoreWho isn’t fascinated by whales? Did you know that Côte-Nord is one of the best places in the world to observe them? An abundant food supply and the unusual geology of the seabed explain why this region...
Read MoreDid you know that if you drive to Côte-Nord on Route 138, you’ll need to take a ferry? This is because the provincial road is divided in two by the Saguenay Fjord. The Tadoussac–Baie-Sainte-Catherine...
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