- For other places of the same name, see Saint Pierre.
Saint Pierre | |
General view of the village of Saint-Pierre from the north | |
Information | |
Country | France |
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Region | Saint Pierre and Miquelon |
Ocean | North Atlantic |
Altitude | Between 0 and207 m |
Area | 25 km² |
Population | 5 417 hab. (2016) |
Density | 216,68 inhab./km² |
Nice | Saint-Pierrais |
Postal code | 97500 |
Telephone prefix | 508 41 |
Location | |
Official site | |
Saint Pierre is one of the two municipalities of the overseas collectivity of Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
Understand
The town is made up of Île Saint-Pierre and a few nearby islets and rocks: Île aux Marins, Île aux Vainqueurs, Île aux Pigeons, Grand Colombier, Pointe Blanche, Îlot Noir, l 'Île au Massacre et les Canailles.
To go
There are two ways to get to Saint-Pierre: the ferry or the plane. Anyone arriving in Saint-Pierre must go through border controls except when coming from Miquelon.
By plane
- 1 Saint-Pierre Pointe-Blanche Airport (IATA : FSP)
Airline company | Destinations |
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Air Saint-Pierre | YHZ Halifax-Stanfield, MQC Miquelon, YUL Montreal-P. E. Trudeau, YYT St. John's Newfoundland In season:YGR Magdalen IslandsIn February and August charter season:YJT Stephenville |
Air Saint-Pierre operated by ASL Airlines France | In season:CDG Paris-Charles de Gaulle |
On a boat
- 2 SPM Ferries – Ferry between Saint-Pierre and Fortune on Newfoundland. The ferry takes approx 90 min depending on weather conditions.
Circulate
To see
- 1 St. Peter's Cathedral free. – Saint-Pierre Cathedral is a church from the beginning of the XXe century which served as a cathedral for the “Roman Catholic Apostolic Vicariate” of the islands. It is now part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of La Rochelle et Saintes. The church has a beautiful view of the harbor. The construction was built at the end of the XVIIe century and inaugurated in 1690. However, due to renovations and reconstruction, the current structure now dates from 1907. The church houses magnificent stained glass windows which are said to have been donated by Charles de Gaulle and which are also known for the mixture of design European and local Saint-Pierre.
- 2 Sailors Island free, guided tour: 24 €. – Île aux Marins is an abandoned village on an island in the port of Saint-Pierre which stands out for its beauty. Bilingual tours are offered to see all of the colorful houses, the Small School Hall Museum and the Large Church which was built in 1874. Tours of the island can be arranged in advance or independently.
- 3 Arch Museum 7 €, guided tour : 10 €. – This museum houses both the Archives and the Museum of the Territorial Collectivity of Saint-Pierre et Miquelon. The high-quality scenography allows visitors to discover and appreciate the history and stories of the archipelago, including the guillotine, kept here as a memento from the past. The museum hosts many exhibitions, activities, workshops, shows, conferences, etc. all year round for fun and education. It is a must-see cultural site.
Do
- Architecture and heritage of Saint-Pierre (history throughout the city) 20 €. – This is a historic tour of the beautiful city. Come and discover the old quarters of the city by discovering closely the different themes that mark the history and heritage of Saint-Pierre: its fishing industry, its unique habitat and architecture, fires and prohibition, etc. It's a great way to see most of the city in a short period of time
- Prohibition – Historical tour of the city with the theme of the years during the American prohibition. Departure from the Arche Museum.
To buy
- Art and delicacies – This store is a gourmet's dream. It is a delicatessen made up of chocolates, nougats, jams, foie gras, teas, wines and spirits, etc. The owners are recognized for their expertise and the excellence of their products.
- 1 Poulin Jewelery – Here you will find a fine selection of French jewelry and souvenirs.
- 2 Re-Creation Gifts and perfumes – The perfect gift and souvenir shop exists, and it's right here. All the objects represent the culture and heritage of the islands and are entirely handmade. These unique items can all be personalized inside the store.
Eat
- 1 The ember fire 14 Rue Albert Briand, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 91 60
- 2 Creperie Restaurant du Vieux Port 10 Rue du 11 Novembre, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 27 00
- 3 Les P’tits Graviers Rue Amiral Muselier, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 75 28
- Revolution Restaurant Rue Maître Georges Lefèvre, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 40 40
- The Café du Chat Luthier 6 rue Amiral Muselier, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 26 27
- The Jézéquel House Ile aux Marins, 508 55 89 03
- Pizzeria Chez Alain Rue du Fort Lorraine, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 27 28
- The Skréo Rue Ducouédic, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 77 50
- 4 Seahorse Rue Général Leclerc, Saint-Pierre
- Craving 62 Rue de Paris, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 95 95
- 5 Josephine's Delights Rue Général Leclerc, Saint-Pierre, 508 41 20 27
Have a drink / Go out
- 1 Bar le Barratin
- 2 Rustic Bar Rue Albert Briand, Saint-Pierre
- 3 At Txetxo
Housing
- Auberge Saint-Pierre – The Minister of Tourism awarded the French Tourism Diploma to this three-star hotel near the city center. They offer several room options such as the suite and the superior comfort room. This family business also offers currency exchange dollars - euros.
- Auberge Quatre Temps – At the foot of the Mountain, in a quiet area, Auberge Quatre Temps offers 6 rooms and 2 studios. It is close to shops, and only a few minutes walk to the city center. There is also continental breakfast. The accommodation is from € 84 (from October 1 to May 31) or € 88 (from June 1 to September 30).
- 1 Jacques Cartier Hotel – The Jacques Cartier hotel is a new option built in 2013 in the heart of downtown, 2 minutes from the airport. Heated floors and modern decor provide you with comfort, and there are several room options such as deluxe room and premium suite.
- 2 Hotel Robert