Bas-Saint-Laurent is a rich blend of coastal, rural and forest scenery. The influence of the sea and land can be felt throughout this region, both in the architecture of the houses and on the menus of the region’s many fine restaurants. In addition, islands, lakes and rivers offer both hard and soft adventure opportunities.
In the winter, Bas-Saint-Laurent experiences heavy snowfall, much to the delight of winter sports enthusiasts. The forests, lakes and shoreline of this region offer many opportunities for winter activities, including snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing, dogsledding, ice fishing and more.
Jean-Pierre Sylvestre is a marine wildlife biologist and photojournalist, who divides his time between the St. Lawrence River, Argentina and Antarctica in pursuit of his passion: whales. We asked Jean-Pierre to share why he so loved spending his summers working as a guide on the Croisières AML whale-watching cruise ship based in Rivière-du-Loup. This is what he had to say.
Read MoreIt can be on an island, along a river, in the mountains or even in the trees. Whatever form it takes, nothing beats a night in a natural environment to experience a privileged moment with the spectacular scenery, the enchanting surroundings and the brisk fresh air of the maritime regions of Québec.
Read MoreLocated on the banks of the St. Lawrence, Rivière-du-Loup is a dynamic city along the Gaspésie Tour that you'll enjoy visiting during your next trip to Bas-Saint-Laurent. It offers a multitude of activities and tourist attractions. Here are five that offer great photo opportunities!
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 MoreDuring my #RoadTripQM adventure with Marie-Ève Blanchard, we visited a multitude of museums and participated in many local activities. If, like me, you appreciate your vacation all the more when you can get answers to all your questions, here are seven sites I recommend you add to your itinerary
Read MoreThe region of Bas-Saint-Laurent offers a diversity of natural environments, including 190 kilometres (120 miles) of coastline, immense forests, ancient mountains, majestic lakes and mysterious islands. As you can imagine, this means there are numerous possibilities for outdoor activities.
Read MoreSince we share a passion for good food and beautiful objects, we’ been planning a girls’ road trip to Kamouraska, in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, for a long time...
Read MoreTrained as a biologist, Sonia Giroux is in charge of education at the Marine Mammal Observation Network (ROMM), where she has spent many years interpreting the natural environment and doing science outreach. Today, she shares some of her favourite places in Rivière-du-Loup, a town she has called home for the past 15 years.
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