Official tourist guide 2026-2027 Îles de la Madeleine

Travel by Experience – Culture and Living History

Le Site d'Autrefois 3106, chemin de la Montagne, Bassin 418-937-9258 site.autrefois@derytele.com Open: June 15 to September 30.

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A memorable experience with Claude, a former fisherman offering a moving testimony of his experience as a shipwrecked sailor. He reveals the history, as well as the cultural and islander heritage related to both the sea and agriculture. You will be amazed by the miniature village. Plus, there is a full-size fisherman’s shed, with all its surrounding buildings. Presentations every hour during the day. [ad p. 87] Cap aux Meules Island Fatima Tante Emma 323, route 199, Fatima 418-937 1405 ― odetteleblanc25@gmail.com Open: from early June to late September. Off-season, available on request for groups. You haven’t seen the whole of the Islands until you meet Tante Emma! She invites you to the most popular show of the Islands where the artist becomes your tour guide. Through the local accents, village lore and traditions of the Islands, this incomparable lady invites you to discover her little paradise and does so with humour and songs. A beautiful evening awaits you! (In French) Havre aux Maisons Island

Boutique de la pointe

bring home a true piece of the islands! Opened summer 2022 by twin sisters Suzie and Katie Cram. Grande Entrée Island

Boutique de La Pointe 10, chemin du Quai, Grande-Entrée 418-985-2236 ― info@loup-marin.com Open: June to September.

Original products in the heart of Pointe de Grande Entrée: jewelry, seal boots and accessories, creations in walrus ivory, works of art by local artists. Exclusive clothing with maritime charm! Tales and performing arts Havre Aubert Island Bassin La Shed à Jean-Guy

2993, chemin de la Montagne, Bassin 418-937-7820 ― vignolap@hotmail.com Open: June 16 to September 20.

Cédric Landry, Conteur 27, chemin du Quai, Havre-aux-Maisons 418-730-1855 ― cedriclandry.com Open: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. (precise dates on Website).

The typical marine activity on the Islands is fishing, with its special language, boats, instruments and rigging. The beautiful sea is sometimes a rebel with its little mysteries. A retired fisherman since 2012, Jean Guy showcases the marine life in his fisherman’s shed. Three performances daily (in French).

Returning home after performing on stages around the world, Cédric Landry invites you to a vibrant and heartfelt storytelling evening at the Fumoir d’Antan. Embark on a journey filled with humour and emotion, where traditions and contemporary tales intertwine. (In French) Info and tickets on Website.

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