Looking for ideas for your next vacation? Discover three road trip itineraries in Eastern Québec: the Bas-Saint-Laurent – Gaspésie Tour, the Whale Route (in Côte-Nord) and a tour of the Îles de la Madeleine. Be inspired by our videos and make these dream road trips happen!
Read MoreAre you an outdoor enthusiast? Then you’ll love going on a road trip to Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and/or the Îles de la Madeleine! With their wide-open spaces and vast array of outdoor activities, our regions will delight you. Here are five natural areas you’ll want to add to your itinerary.
Read MoreNestled between land and sea, Sept-Îles offers a unique tourism experience combining industrial history and natural beauty. Among other things, this city in Côte-Nord boasts a rich Innu heritage and easy access to wild spaces. Discover this outdoor destination by visiting the many local attractions, from the Promenade du Vieux-Quai boardwalk to the Sept Îles Archipelago. You will be delighted by all this area has to offer!
Read MoreStep back in time and immerse yourself in the 19th century in the company of British soldiers by visiting the Fort Ingall interpretation site. This authentic reconstruction of a campaign fortress built in Témiscouata in 1839 gives you the opportunity to learn all about a border conflict between Canada and the United States at that time. In addition to visiting the exhibitions with interpreter guides dressed in period military uniforms (or with the new audio guide), you can also watch musket- and cannon-firing demonstrations. If you’re over 18 years old, you can even try to fire a musket or cannon yourself. Learn how to handle a Brown Bess safely before you fire it and/or feel the shockwaves of firing a cannon!
Read MoreBreathtaking landscapes, exquisite sea flavours, an endearing island culture… In the Îles de la Madeleine, you can expect beautiful scenery, a rich culinary tradition and warm island hospitality. A vacation in this fascinating archipelago is an opportunity to enjoy intoxicating moments as you discover the Islands’ many attractions.
Read MoreThe maritime regions of Québec are home to many wildlife species that can easily be observed during guided excursions or outdoor activities on your own. Are you a wildlife enthusiast planning a vacation in Eastern Québec? Be sure to add these six observation activities to your road trip itinerary!
Read MoreEastern Québec offers an unparalleled travel experience all year round, but late spring and early summer are an amazing time for nature lovers and travellers looking for adventure (or rest!) to visit our regions. Here are five reasons to come to Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine in June!
Read MoreIn a territory as rich in natural beauty as Eastern Québec, it’s not surprising that many attractions and lodging establishments have implemented sustainable tourism practices. Here are some of the initiatives that stand out in the maritime regions of Québec.
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