The International Appalachian Trail (IAT) in Québec criss-crossing the Gaspé Peninsula will undoubtedly arouse your interest. The IAT offers numerous hiking and backpacking options, from a two-hour-long stroll in the woods or along the shoreline, to the full-on 40-day-long trip.
Read MoreOn a warm summer evening, just before the sun sets, I drive on Chemin Duchénier to Canyon des Portes de l’Enfer (Hell's Gate Canyon). The site, located south of Rimouski, in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, is well-known for its network of hiking trails and unique panoramas. But to experience it at nighttime gives a totally different perspective!
Read MoreMade up of seven islands, six of which are linked by narrow sand dunes, and offering 300 kilometres (190 miles) of beaches, dramatic cliffs and quaint fishing harbours, the Îles de la Madeleine are particularly photogenic.
Read MoreDid you know that Bonaventure Island, off Percé, boasts a rich and fascinating history? To illustrate this legacy and share it with visitors, the Société des établissements de plein air du Québec (SÉPAQ) has set up a program that showcases the island’s built heritage.
Read MoreLocated at the eastern tip of the Gaspé Peninsula, the town of Percé is a must-see during your next tour of Gaspésie. There’s so much to discover in this area: numerous attractions, talented local artists and artisans, excellent restaurants where you can savour fresh seafood, not to mention breathtaking landscapes dominated by famous Percé Rock.
Read MoreFrenchman Yoann Ronsin runs the Sentiers privés travel agency, which specializes in trips to North America. He had the opportunity to stay at the Auberge de Montagne des Chic-Chocs in Gaspésie and wrote the following post about his experience.
Read MoreIt goes without saying that one of the main attractions of the maritime regions of Québec is the amazing coastlines you can admire as you drive along the majestic St. Lawrence. However, there are also about 2700 islands in the St. Lawrence that contribute to the distinctive character of these regions.
Read MoreThe TDLG on Foot (now the Fall TDLG) involves a week of trekking over 115 km (70 mi.) in beautiful fall weather from Mt. Albert to Gaspé via the northern shore of the Gaspé Peninsula.
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