Experience the Saguenay and Gaspésie regions
Enjoy the complete Quebec experience with a route specially designed for outdoor enthusiasts and tourist attractions. A personalized selection of trails, microbreweries, museums, campgrounds and other iconic sites in Eastern Canada, just for you !
An adventure... accessible!
The proposed itinerary includes more than 60 stops of interest for an optimized 16-day trip from Montreal airport. Canada is a big country! You'll need to allow for almost 3,000 kilometers if you want the full experience.
The itinerary is adaptable to your tastes and desires, so there's no obligation to follow it !
Discovery of Gaspésie: a journey to the heart of nature and culture
Ah, Montreal! Quebec's vibrant metropolis, known for its festivals, delicious cuisine and incomparable energy. But today, let me take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city, on an unforgettable adventure through breathtaking scenery: a journey to the magnificent Gaspé Peninsula.
Get ready to discover picturesque roads, charming villages, local culinary delights and the warmth of the Gaspesians. Starting in the heart of bustling Montreal and stretching to the serene confines of the Gaspé Peninsula, this route is a true ode to Quebec's natural beauty and culture.
Montreal to Trois-Rivières
Discover the Shawinigan region and... more
With a stopover at the Broadway microbrewery, just 30 minutes from your future campsite, you can enjoy a gourmet break with delicious beers and a fun bistro menu.
Next, head to Camping Wapizagonke, heart of La Mauricie National Park, for total immersion in nature. Explore the hiking trails, relax around the campfire and enjoy the peace and quiet.
45 minutes away, discover the Sentier Lac du Fou, an ideal hiking loop with panoramic views.
Finally, for thrill-seekers, don't miss the Sentier des Deux-Criques trail, offering spectacular views of the falls and surrounding panoramas, from its Belvédère du Lac Rosoy.
An unforgettable experience !
Trois-Rivières to Québec
In Quebec City enjoy its authentic neighborhoods and local breweries, such as La Voie Maltée - Brasserie Artisanale well worth a visit.
Don't miss a stop at Parc national Jacques Cartier 3, a 30-minute drive from Quebec City, and take advantage of its magnificent trails (Sentier Le loup, Sentier l'Éperon, Sentier Escarpement).
To enhance your trip to Quebec City, admire the Chutes of Montmorency, renowned for their breathtaking splendour!
And there's so much more you can discover on our interactive map.
Québec to Saguenay
Discover Saguenay region
Discover the Saguenay region along the St. Lawrence River, passing several breweries along the way, such as the Saint-Pub Microbrasserie Charlevoix, where you can enjoy a gourmet meal.
On your way to Saguenay, don't miss the Mont-du-Lac-des-Cygnesand enjoy the breathtaking scenery you'll be able to see from there, at 981m, it's one of the most impressive mountains in Charlevoix !
1h30 away, you will have the chance to enjoy the magnificent view offered by the Belvédère du semeur,a must for panoramic views of lakes and mountains, right next to the Fjord Museum. Musée du Fjord.
Along the Saguenay River, you'll find Les dunes de Tadoussac, of magnificent dunes, offering panoramic views and a unique thrill-seeking experience. Part of the Parc National du Saguenay, and measure up to 35m.
Saguenay to Gaspésie
An ideal tour to Gaspésie
Enjoy of the Traversée Trois-Pistoles - Les Escoumins, much more than just a way to cross the St. Lawrence River in Quebec, it's a vital link between the north and south shores!
On your way to the Gaspé Peninsula, explore the Parc de la Gaspésie, via the Jardin des métis, a botanical oasis renowned for its creative Nordic-themed landscapes, which will immerse you in an immersive nature experience.
49km away is the Camping des bois et des berges, renowned for its tranquility, it's located at the foot of Val-Brillant's Albert Lévesque Marina, offering an exceptional view of Lac Matapédia.
And you'll have the opportunity to discover Parc Forillon with its trails such as the Sentier des crêtes situé à 12,1km of Gaspe or Sentier des castors, easy and ideal for hiking !
And there are many more trails you can discover via our interactive map.
You'll have the chance to see historic sites such as the Pointe de la renommée, a century-old lighthouse that enhances the view!
Once you've arrived in Gaspésie, don't hesitate to stop off at the Camping des rosiers with 141 sites, offering a veritable haven of peace in the heart of Québec nature! You can go hiking, visit tourist sites such as Phare Cap-des-rosiers, the highest in Canada, a historic landmark offering an incredible view, or the Cap-bon-ami a veritable natural treasure nestled on the Gaspé coast.
Rimouski to Gaspésie
On your way back to Rimouski, visit the Parc régional du Mont-Saint-Joseph, which offers pure nature with through dense forests and up rocky slopes to breathtaking views of the region.
(Parc régional Saint Joseph, Québec Aventure)If you took the Rimouski route directly to Gaspésie, here's what you might discover.
The Belvédère Raoul-Roy, located in Rimouski, is perched on a cliff, where you can enjoy a peaceful view of the majestic St. Lawrence River and the surrounding countryside, ideal for relaxing and enjoying nature.
Nearby, you'll have the chance to explore the Sentier des Pics Champlain which takes you through the magnificent landscapes of Quebec's Parc national Forillon.
Following wooded and sometimes steep paths, you'll discover an incredible variety of plants and animals, as well as enjoying incredible panoramic views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence coastline.
(Pic Champlain, Sépaq)
Rimouski to Québec
(Jean-François Lepine, Rivière Le loup Parc des chutes)
Don't miss a thing on the St. Lawrence Route
On the way to Quebec City, don't miss the Parc des chutes and in the heart of downtown, just a stone's throw from lively Rue Lafontaine, it measures 33 km in height with 9 km of trails-a great way to admire natural ecosystems in the middle of an urban setting!
Whether you take the route to Saguenay via the Trois-Pistoles - Les Escoumins crossing, or take the route that takes you to Rimouski, you'll discover the magnificent landscapes of the province of Quebec!
This is just a small part of the route, with its many stops.
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