2024-2025 Official Tourist Guide of the Îles de la Madeleine

Profile of the Region – Must-see Attractions

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Go on an Adventure Discovering the Islands by the sea is one of the best ways to appreciate this environment! Why not explore the shores, observe the caves and cliffs or do bird watching? Take advantage of your stay to learn more about the work of a fisherman, which arouses curiosity and is a great reason to do an excursion. Fun Facts: Discover who’s offering sea fishing excursions or boat/zodiac excursions in the Live the St. Lawrence River pages in this guide. Find Out More p. 54, 56 The Food Trail The products of the archipelago benefit from a great reputation, and it doesn't come as a surprise. The sun's warming rays and the salty breeze that characterize these islands located in the heart of the Gulf of St. Lawrence are in favour of the culti vation and breeding of exceptional products. The Madelinots are proud of their local products and enjoy sharing all the archipelago's treasures with the visitors. Since you can feel their passion at every moment spent with them, why not pay them a visit directly on site? Find Out More p. 126

Entry Island: 7 km 2 of Charm

Its bare landscape and green hills will seduce you. It is the only inhabited island that is not attached to the remaining of the archipelago. There, the Madelinots are quite isolated and live to the rhythm of the sea. During your stay, climb up the Big Hill to admire the breathtaking panorama. Discovering Entry Island is like discovering the Islands for the second time! Find Out More p. 32

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