Born in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Anne-Josée Pineau loves this region and is delighted to introduce others to it. Never far from the sea, she’s fascinated by lighthouses and could live on seafood alone! On this blog, she likes to write about our regions’ unusual attractions, make your mouth water by describing local delicacies, and pique your interest by revealing some of the hidden beauty found in Québec by the Sea. In other words, she wants to provide you with lots of ideas for an unforgettable vacation!
Off the coasts of the maritime regions of Québec, the St. Lawrence is dotted with islands, which are great places to observe birds and marine mammals. Many also have legends and stories to tell… Here are a few worth visiting!
Read MoreThe municipality of Gaspé encompasses 17 villages strung along the coast, from L’Anse-à-Valleau to Douglastown. Visitors are surrounded by exceptional marine vistas that invite enjoyment of water sports of all kinds.
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 MoreFrom late April to mid-November, visitors in search of peace and tranquility can board the M/V Peter Fraser, which will take them to the Île Verte in under 30 minutes.
Read MoreThe Îles de la Madeleine offers you over 300 km (190 mi.) of beaches, many of them several kilometres long! Each of these beaches has its own special charm. Here are some of our favourites!
Read MoreFrom the islands in Bas-Saint-Laurent to the mountains of Gaspésie and from the coastline of Côte-Nord to the cliffs of the Îles de la Madeleine, each of our regions offers great bird-watching sites.
Read MoreIf you’re planning your first visit to Québec maritime, you’re probably wondering what to pack for your trip.
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