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A green archipelago surrounded by white-sand beaches and red cliffs, the windswept Îles de la Madeleine exert a magnetic attraction. Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Islands are ideal for wind and sea sports. Fish and seafood abound in local restaurants, including the renowned Island lobster.
The natural beauty of the archipelago also inspires the many talented local artisans who create unique works of art for you to take home.
The Islands offer a contrasting but just as lovely scene in the winter. Offering unusual activities such as paraskiing and seal pups observation, it is also possible to discover the archipelago while hiking or snowshoeing.
No matter the time of year, there’s always so much to discover in the Îles de la Madeleine. But in the fall, when golden light illuminates the landscape, a trip to this archipelago is all the more memorable… especially for bird watchers! Alain Richard tells us more and shares some of his favourite bird-watching sites with us.
Read MoreLocated in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine are a string of islands linked by sand dunes featuring red sandstone cliffs illuminated by the setting sun and colourful houses and fishing harbours that contrast with the blue of the sea and sky... Out at sea, fishermen haul in their catches, which are then transformed into culinary delights by local food artisans and chefs.
Read MoreInstagram is full of photos of cute animals, but we must admit that we have a weakness for those that feature whitecoats (harp seal pups), which are born by the thousands every winter on the ice surrounding the Îles de la Madeleine.
Read MoreMany people are unfamiliar with the Îles de la Madeleine, an archipelago that belongs to the province of Québec. And yet all it takes is seeing a few photos of these islands to fall under their spell! Before setting foot here, find out more about this destination where the scenery is as colourful as the locals’ accents!
Read MoreLocated in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine archipelago is a vacation paradise. See what’s in store for you during a trip to this destination by the sea!
Read MoreA visit to the Îles de la Madeleine is a feast for the senses, one that will delight your palate thanks to the many gourmet specialties on offer in this unique corner of the world. Here’s a taste of what awaits you on the Islands.
Read MoreWhen you think of the Îles de la Madeleine, you probably imagine red cliffs, rolling green hills and sandy beaches stretching out as far as the eye can see… But this archipelago in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence is just as attractive in the wintertime! Here are a few Instagram photos of the Islands in the cold season to prove it!
Read MoreAre you looking for a unique winter experience? Head to the Îles de la Madeleine! This archipelago in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence was named one of National Geographic’s 25 Best Trips 2020 destinations, and you’ll soon understand why!
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