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Gaspe

Explore Gaspe, its surroundings and magnificent Forillon National Park. The town is unique, covering 606 square miles (975 square km), with 93 miles (150 km) of coastline exposed to the sea! Wherever one is in Gaspe, water – either fresh or salty – is never far away. The deep, coastal indentation is the Bay of Gaspe, a magnificent body of water sheltered by the surrounding mountains. Edged by stretches of beaches, the bay is enjoyed by swimmers, boaters and water sports enthusiasts.

A visit to Forillon National Park is an exceptional experience. The tip of the park, which was declared a Canadian National Park in order to preserve the wild beauty of its coast, reveals various geological formations and phenomena up to 450 million years old. Its majestic landscapes cover a 152 square mile (244 square km) area that is carved out of the sea, cliffs and mountains. Here, where the land joins the sea, are pebble beaches, cliffs, small coves, rocky capes and fine sand beaches. The presence of ten different rock formations, colonies of seabirds and unique Arctic-alpine plants give this park its distinctive character. The park also bears witness to the important cultural and historical heritage by the mark humans have left.

You can explore Fort Peninsule, an old lookout and vestige of the Second World War and go back in time to when this area was bustling with economic activity with a visit to the Manoir Le Boutillier. Wrap up your tour with lunch at Centre Culturel Le Griffon, a unique cultural center with a maritime atmosphere.

Those wanting the best views of Perce Rock should take this tour. Climb to strategic viewpoints and marvel at the surprising panoramas. Those interested in art and culture will be amazed by Perce’s vitality and diversity. Here, one may meet local artists and artisans or discover Perce’s rich historical and architectural heritage. Perce is an ideal place for shopping. Its many souvenir shops, art galleries, and handicraft boutiques offer a wide variety of local and regional crafts and products, certain to inspire a multitude of gifts ideas. From the outlooks of Le Pic De L’aurore, Mont-Joli and Cote Surprise you’ll enjoy the incredible panorama with magnificent photo opportunities. Enjoy lunch with a spectacular view of Perce Rock, Ile Bonaventure and the village. The small harbor of L’Anse-a-Beaufils is a popular site for fishermen and sailors. Well-protected, it boasts many services and activities, especially at La Vieille Usine de l’Anse-a-Beaufils. Once a fish-processing plant, la Vieille Usine has been turned into a cultural and tourist center housing a variety of activities. Visitors can enjoy an art gallery or relax at the cafe-bistro and terrace.

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Perched atop steep cliffs, Gaspe and Perce are breathtakingly beautiful, and the bus ride that joins the two cities is an unforgettable experience. As the bus winds slowly along the more than 62 miles (100 km) of rugged cliffs and past sweeping bays, travelers can admire the most extraordinary panoramas in Eastern Canada. The Bay of Gaspe, the cliffs of Forillon National Park, the Barachois de Malbaie (sandbar), the unique precipices along the coast in Perce and of course, its legendary rock, offer an unending feast for the eyes. This fascinating site has attracted visitors since the 1930s, when it became a popular cultural center. Artists were attracted and charmed by the colorful fishermen and the incredible beauty of the site. Over the years, Perce has acquired an enviable position within the tourism industry of the province of Quebec, being accurately described as the tourism capital of the Gaspesie region. With its magnificent landscapes and diverse activities, Perce lures ecotourism enthusiasts as well as admirers of art and culture. Perce and its surroundings inspire energy and wonder. Climb to strategic viewpoints and marvel at the surprising panoramas. Those interested in art and culture will be amazed by Perce’s vitality and diversity. Here, one may meet local artists and artisans or discover Perce’s rich historical and architectural heritage. Perce is an ideal place for shopping. Its many souvenir shops, art galleries and handicraft boutiques offer a wide variety of local and regional crafts and products, certain to inspire a multitude of gifts ideas.

Experience an exciting and informative whale-watching excursion! Perched atop steep cliffs, Gaspe and Perce are breathtakingly beautiful, and the bus ride that joins the two cities is an unforgettable experience. As the bus winds slowly along the more than 62 miles (100 kms) of rugged cliffs and past sweeping bays, travelers can admire the most extraordinary panoramas in Eastern Canada. The Bay of Gaspe, the cliffs of Forillon National Park, the Barachois de Malbaie (sandbar), the unique precipices along the coast in Perce, and, of course, its legendary rock offer an unending feast for the eyes. The waters of the Bay of Gaspe and the Gulf of the St. Lawrence are home to eight different whale species. Aboard a covered boat, accompanied by a guide, guests observe these giant mammals and learn about the environment in which they live. Depending on the season and the food available, the following species may be observed in the Gaspe-Perce area: blue whales (the largest mammals in the world), spectacular humpback whales, as well as fin whales, minke whales, white-sided dolphins, harbor porpoises and seals.

Cruise to Perce Rock and around Bonaventure Island to see its northern gannet colony and then explore Perce on your own. I’lle-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perce National Park is an enchanting site, sculpted by time and the sea at the tip of the Gaspe Peninsula. The park was created to protect the large migratory bird sanctuary, as well as nearby Perce Rock.

This rocky bastion is a prolongation of the Appalachian Mountains extending into the waters of the Gulf of the St. Lawrence and has for its fortress Bonaventure Island and Perce Rock. Bonaventure Island is home to approximately 200,000 sea birds, including the island’s large colony of 120,000 northern gannets.

Perce Rock, one of the world’s largest and most spectacular natural arches. It is a mass of rock and limestone over 1,400 feet /433 meters long and over 288 feet/88 meters at its highest point. The rock is a nesting place for cormorants, kittiwakes and seagulls.

Cruise to Perce Rock and around Bonaventure Island to see its northern gannet colony and then explore Perce on your own. I’lle-Bonaventure-et-du-Rocher-Perce National Park is an enchanting site, sculpted by time and the sea at the tip of the Gaspe Peninsula. The park was created to protect the large migratory bird sanctuary, as well as nearby Perce Rock.

This rocky bastion is a prolongation of the Appalachian Mountains extending into the waters of the Gulf of the St. Lawrence and has for its fortress Bonaventure Island and Perce Rock. Bonaventure Island is home to approximately 200,000 sea birds, including the island’s large colony of 120,000 northern gannets.

Perce Rock, one of the world’s largest and most spectacular natural arches. It is a mass of rock and limestone over 1,400 feet /433 meters long and over 288 feet/88 meters at its highest point. The rock is a nesting place for cormorants, kittiwakes and seagulls.

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