Built along the St. Lawrence, the lighthouses of Québec by the Sea have witnessed major events in maritime history. They have held steadfast over the years and during storms, guiding crews through fog and darkness. Each lighthouse has its own special history. The seven described here promise visitors a truly memorable experience!
Read MoreIt’s no secret that exploring the Côte-Nord region of Québec via Labrador is an epic journey spanning many days and hundreds of kilometres. Those who hear the call to adventure and want to experience a Jack Kerouac-style road trip will enjoy this voyage that is as exciting as it is awe-inspiring.
Read MoreA visit to the maritime regions of Québec is an opportunity to immerse yourself in a rich maritime culture and discover our fascinating heritage. These three photos shared by our online community on Instagram are only a glimpse of what awaits you in our regions…
Read MoreRising out of the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and at the mercy of the wind, the Îles de la Madeleine are a hilly, green archipelago surrounded by rugged red cliffs and white sand beaches. Even in the hollow of a small valley, it’s impossible to escape the sea air on the Islands (not that you’d want to!).
Read MoreI’d been dreaming for a long time of spending the night in a lighthouse. A childhood dream, from another era... A dream of those lighthouses that have been the eyes of the St. Lawrence for decades and have so often prevented ships from crashing into reefs... Lighthouses and lightkeepers that were isolated and sometimes provided shelter to shipwreck survivors...
Read MoreThe maritime regions of Québec are what they are because of the St. Lawrence.
Read MoreProtected by Société Duvetnor, the Pèlerins Archipelago, Pot Islands and Île aux Lièvres (Hare Island) are surrounded by marine mammals and home to bird colonies and seal haul-outs.
Read MoreWhether you’re drawn to the island’s iconic landscapes and spectacular canyons, abundant white-tailed deer or quiet bays, Anticosti is a dream vacation destination that’s within reach.
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