Plus: fall flavours, unusual place names and more! SEPTEMBER 12, 2026
 
 
 
L'île aux Perroquets Lighthouse
 
 
Photo: Sébastien St-Jean
 
 
 

Did you know that over 40 lighthouses dot the coasts of the St. Lawrence in Eastern Québec? Proud guardians of our maritime culture, these sites reveal many secrets about our history and heritage. Some even have unique characteristics: the oldest in the province, the tallest in Canada, a travelling lighthouse, one located on a rocky islet that’s a bird sanctuary, etc. ✨ Here are seven lighthouses that will fascinate you!

 
 
 
 
Shrimp salad
 
 
 

Every year, the fall season offers a wide range of amazing foodie experiences in our regions. 😋 Here are some of the flavours you can discover during this colourful season!

 
Photo: Dany Vachon/Tourisme Gaspésie
 
 
 
 
Whales of Québec
 
 
Îles de la Madeleine dunes
 
 
Photo: Mathieu Dupuis/Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
 

Eastern Québec is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and spectacular landscapes. Over time, Mother Nature has endowed our regions with majestic mountains, mysterious islands, a deep fjord, bright red cliffs and more. 🤩 Find out more about these geological wonders here!

 
 
Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!
 
 
Photo: Municipality of Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!
 
 
 
 

What do Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!, Manche-d’Épée, Lac Pas d’Eau and Corps-Mort have in common? They’re all unusual place names found in the maritime regions of Québec! Learn more about these funny names here, along with other strangely named places in our regions. 😁

 
 
 
 
[ÈST] Éco-Cabines
 
 
 

Are you planning a trip to the maritime regions of Québec in the coming months? Our website features a wide variety of packages and lodging offers to suit every taste. Find the option that’s right for you here!

 
Photo: The Storytellers MTL/Tourisme Gaspésie
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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