From the Mitis to the Côte-de-Gaspé, obviously passing through the Matania and the Haute-Gaspés, here are some summer novelties which are undoubtedly the stop for local holidays along the northern coast of the Gaspé peninsula.
The Métis gardens celebrate this year the 100th anniversary of the introduction of the blue poppy in the Western horticultural world.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
At the edge of the Mitis, the judgment is essential at the magnificent Métis gardens which celebrate this year on the 100the Anniversary of the introduction of the blue poppy, the emblem of the gardens, in the Western horticultural world by Frank Kingdon-Ward. If the latter is no longer in flowering, the artistic installation Gravity Field, it should be with magnificent hanging rounds spinning airs. A real crush! Note that the popular blue stick forest is back.
Gravity Field, Favorite Installation of the International Festival of Métis Gardens, from which flourish turns spinning down.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
In Matanie, the canteen La Petite Shrimp is in its third season. Installed near the brand new building that hosts the public market near the Matane River, it is very suitable for a delicious guédille with lobster or shrimp. It is the same in Cap-Chat where the canteen the gourmet waves has just appeared. The judgment is also won in Petite-Vallée where the legendary theater of the Old Forge has just reborn from its ashes.
The popular Guédille de la Petite Shrimp in Matane.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
The new Théâtre de la Vieille Forge which will be open all year round.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
At Exploramer, I was fascinated by the new exhibition Refuges which makes discover the mysterious universe of sponges and corals. Launched last year, the permanent exhibition Me, the St. Lawrence Allows it to meet crustaceans, fish, molluscs, and many others through the voice of the river.
At Exploramer, the new exhibition “Refuges” makes us plunge into the mysterious universe of sponges and corals.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
Tactile basins from Exploramer to discover Species from the St. Lawrence.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
Rivière-au-Renard, the capital of fishing
To have already stopped there sometimes, it was frankly a nice surprise to discover that the Rivière-au-Renard site, inaugurated last fall, is changing the face of this village recognized as the “capital of the Maritime Fisheries of Quebec”.
The new historical walk of the Rivière-au-Renard site.
Photo provided by Marie-Eve Blanchard
The new development includes a beach, a pedestrian walk that recounts rich maritime history and an observation tower. Like Exploration appears to me as an essential judgment to better understand the St. Lawrence River before undertaking a tour of the Gaspésie, the new immersive activity Cap offshore In turn will allow the extent of the working conditions surrounding the fishing conditions on the high seas. through a short immersive film, we are transported in the reality of a harsh profession where the know-how is transmitted from generation to generation. In this old Robin building, moving seats, wind and burnt effect contribute to making us feel this reality as evidenced by local fishermen. Really a very nice activity!
Cap offshore offers an immersive foray into the heart of the high seas fishing.
Photo provided by Roger St-Laurent
Practical notebook
Métis gardens
The International Garden Festival whose theme is Boundaries takes place from June 21 to October 5, 2025. Several events (workshops, conferences, exhibitions, shows, etc.) are to be monitored in August, notably “Les Saumon de la Mitis” by Christine Beaulieu and several literary teas with Nathalie Plaat, Marie-Ève Cotton and Mélikah Abdelmoumen. Opening from 8:30 am, entry $ 25 adult.
Riotel Matane
Not new, but always perfect for a night by the sea and cut the road! We take a room with sea view. Hearty lunch and swimming pool.
The Théâtre de la Vieille Forge in Petite-Vallée
We consult the programming. Otherwise, we stop at Alfred-Guinguette and Café, who lives there on the ground floor and which offers some delicious sea dishes.
Rivière-au-Renard-Cap offshore
Experience every 30 minutes, fisherman’s waterproof provided. $ 18 adult, free entry for a child 14 and under to buying a ticket.
The little Café de l’Anse The Le Griffon cultural center, which was ravaged by a fire last year, for the moment. Erika and Karl-Olivier worked hard to very nicely transform this old reception station of the Forillon National Park into a very pleasant space. Delicious bites, meals and cafes. Small program program. 344, boulevard Renard is.
