Bay beaches circuit | |
| Information | |
| Departure | Matapedia |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Port-Daniel – Gascons |
| Length | 180 km |
| Country |  Canada |
| Region | Gaspesie |
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| Touristic site | |
the Bay beaches circuit is a road route along the south bank of the Gaspé Peninsula which borders the Chaleur Bay to Quebec.
Understand
The Bay Beaches Circuit extends over 180 km (go only) between Matapedia and Gascons (or vice versa) by following route 132 which runs along the south shore of the Gaspesie which borders the Chaleur Bay part of the club of the most beautiful bays in the world.
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- Battle of the Restigouche National Historic Site 40 Perron Boulevard West, Pointe-a-la-Croix,
1 418 788 5676, fax : 1 418 788 5895, e-mail : [email protected] 
June 25 to September 22, daily. 
Paid entry. – Interpretation center commemorating the last naval battle between the France and the Britain for the possession of New France in 1760, presentation of remains of underwater archaeological excavations on the wreck of the French privateer frigate The Machault, decor recreated from Machault. Average length of visit 1 h. - The village soap factory (economuseum) 36, route d'Escuminac Flats, Escuminac, 1 418 788 0199, fax : 1 418 788 0002, e-mail : [email protected] The barn is open during the summer season every day from 9 h To 17 h, the shop is open in the house out of season. – Economuseum in a century-old barn in an agricultural setting relating the history of the family, the making of breads and soaps.
- Miguasha National Park 231, route de Miguasha Ouest, News, 1 418 794 2475, fax : 1 418 794 2033, e-mail : [email protected] Beginning of May to end of October. See website for prices. – Fossil site on a cliff, member of the parks network Quebecois and World Heritage de UNESCO, natural history museum, L'Échoppe shop and picnic areas.
- Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Saint-Joseph Oratory 837, rue de la Montagne, Carleton-sur-Mer, 1 418 364 2256, 1 418 364 3723, fax : 1 418 364 7314, e-mail : [email protected] Mid-June to early October. Paid entry. – Oratory located on a mountain, guided tour, mosaic, glass roofs, marble pieces. Outside, rest stop, footbridge and belvederes offering a magnificent view of the landscape of the Chaleur Bay. Access to the L'Éperlan hiking trails, art gallery, exhibitions, artisan shop Gaspesians and memories. Average length of visit 1 h 30.
- Rivière-Cascapedia Museum 275, route 299, Cascapedia – Saint-Jules, 1 418 392 5079, fax : 1 418 392 5070, e-mail : [email protected] Beginning of June to mid-September, Mon.- Fri. : 8 h 16. – Museum relating the history of the Cascapedia River through the Mi'gmaq First Nation and the first settlers, observation of young salmon in the Atlantic salmon interpretation room. Lady Amherst tearoom offering fresh pastries of the day.
- Gaspésie Bioparc 123, rue des Vieux-Ponts, Bonaventure, 1 418 534 1997, 1 866 534 1997 (free number), fax : 1 418 534 1998, e-mail : [email protected] During the school break in March and from the beginning of June to the beginning of October, every day, from 9 h To 17 h, by reservation the rest of the year.. 24 $ C per adult (from 15 to 64 years old, 14,75 $ C per child (3 to 14 years old, 68 $ C per family of two adults and two children and 11,25 $ C per additional child, free for 2 years and less. – Animal park comprising around forty species native to the Gaspesie, outdoor trail, amphibian and reptile pavilion Quebec, insectarium, small farm, exploration of the barachois of the Bonaventure River estuary. "Sleep with the wolves" package allowing you to spend the night in the park in a small group with a naturalist including evening activities, sleeping in a rustic camp and a morning game drive. Rental of cabins by the sea, La Réserve boutique, La Hunger de Loup restaurant, playground, free parking, picnic areas. Accessible to wheelchairs. Bilingual services English and French. Free wireless internet access. Close to Beaubassin beach. Average length of visit 3 h.
- Acadian Museum of Quebec 95, avenue de Port-Royal, Bonaventure, 1 418 534 4000, fax : 1 418 534 4105, e-mail : [email protected] Open year-round with variable hours, open every day from the end of June to mid-October.. Paid entry. – Public square offering cultural and educational activities on the heritage and history of Acadians from Quebec. Bilingual services English and French. Shop of books, souvenirs and local and artisanal products Gaspesian. Average length of visit 1 h 30.
- Banc-de-Pêche-de-Paspébiac historic site 3e street, Quai road, Paspebiac, 1 418 752 6229, fax : 1 418 752 6408, e-mail : [email protected] Beginning of June to end of September. 11 $ C per adult, 9 $ C by senior and student, 26 $ C per family of two parents and two children, 20 $ C per family of one parent and two children, 6,5 $ C per person from a group of 12 people or more, free for children of 6 years and less. – Historic site including 11 buildings recounting the history of fishing in Gaspesie with entertainment staff, story of two fishing companies Jersey of the XVIIIe and XIXe century, maritime construction, mending of fishing nets and blacksmithing and cooperage, two permanent exhibitions. Restaurant specializing in fish and seafood, souvenir shop and performance hall. Close to a children's play area, a seaside campsite and a marina. Average length of visit 3 h.
- The hidden cave of Saint-Elzéar 136, chemin Principal, Saint-Elzéar, 1 418 534 3905, 1 877 524 7688 (free number), fax : 1 581 701 2141, e-mail : [email protected] Mid-June to the end of September, every day, see the website for the schedule. 45 $ C per adult, 35 $ C per children from 6 to 17 years. – Guided tour of one of the oldest caves in Quebec over the age of 200,000 years, variety of bones and concretions, safe and comfortable arrangement for the whole family, must be able to be independent on a ladder, warm clothing necessary. Visit of another cave where you have to crawl forward. Free wireless internet access.
June 25 to September 22, daily
Paid entry
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- Carleton Golf 939, boulevard Perron, Carleton-sur-Mer, 1 418 364 3434, fax : 1 418 364 6203, e-mail : [email protected] – Golf course 18 holes of 6,453 yards and a par of 71. Pole and cart rental services, catering, shop and lessons. Free wireless internet access.
- Sport fishing Baie-des-Chaleurs 645 rue des Herons, Maria, 1 418 391 2945, e-mail : [email protected] See website for prices. – Sport fishing service for mackerel and striped bass with an experienced guide in the Chaleur Bay aboard a spacious boat suitable for deep sea fishing. Various packages offered.
- L'Omirlou Excursions 154, route de la Rivière, Bonaventure, 1 418 534 2955, 1 581 886 0472, e-mail : [email protected] May to September. – Commercial fishermen offering recreational halibut and mackerel fishing trips. Duration from 2 to 6 h. Up to 12 people.
- Fauvel Golf Club 361, route 132, Bonaventure, 1 418 752 3161, 1 800 468 1872 (free number), e-mail : [email protected] – Golf course 18 holes of 6,460 yards and a par of 73. Pole and cart rental services, catering, shop and lessons. Free wireless internet access.
