This cluster of untouched islands faces the town of Rivière-du-Loup and is part of the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Under the protection of Société Duvetnor, these islands provide shelter for colonies of marine birds and seals and are an excellent location for watching belugas. Two of the islands are open to the public: Pot à l'Eau-de-Vie (Brandy Pot) Island, with its completely restored historic lighthouse, and Lièvres Island.

You can find several types of sea excursions aboard comfortable and safe boats. An interpreter guide will provide commentary on the species observed, be they belugas, seals or birds.

Take advantage of the excursion to Lièvres Island to roam its hiking trails, which are as charming as the island itself. Lièvres Island offers over 45 km (30 mi.) of trails in a protected, unspoiled habitat. You can also opt to spend one or several nights on the island at Auberge du Lièvre.

The authenticity and peaceful surroundings of Île Verte will captivate you as the rural charm of the area takes you back in time. This island B&B is nestled in this inviting setting with 8 rooms available for guests. The only B&B on the north side of the island, the rooms are located in two buildings: the lighthouse keeper's house and the assistant lighthouse keeper's house. Breakfast is served in the lighthouse keeper's house, and you can prepare your own meals in the kitchen. Come and experience the atmosphere of Québec's first lighthouse, built in 1809.

The Pointe-au-Père Lighthouse played a central role in the history of navigation on the St. Lawrence River. Erected in 1909, this lighthouse is the third to be built on this site and is one of the tallest in Canada. A guided tour will take you to the top, where you can admire the fabulous view.

The lighthouse keeper's house is home to several exhibits that explain the role of Pointe-au-Père in Canadian maritime history. On the second floor, see how the first aqualung dives were made to explore the wreck in 1914. Admire extraordinary underwater images. The gift shop, on the first floor, features a wide range of products. Admission is free.

The foghorn shed presents the evolution of aural aids to navigation that replaced the light from the lighthouse when weather conditions made it impossible for mariners to see.

This 1906 lighthouse offers a splendid view of the town and the sea. From the top of this cylindrical tower (more than 20-metres high), observe the maritime traffic, the windmill park and the Chic-Chocs Mountains. You will also see the equipment of a modern vessel wheelhouse: radar, radio transmitter, vessel tracking system, weather station, etc. Please note that the Tourist Welcome Bureau of the Matane region is located in the guard house.

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The Musee des phares et balises, a complex devoted to telling the story of lighthouse beacons, is situated in the tiny village of La Martre. The still functioning light was built in 1906 and has been lovingly restored. You can climb to the top for a wonderful view up and down the coast, if you feel so inclined. If you are the least bit frightened of heights, don’t make the climb!. Still in operation, the La Martre Lighthouse has a unique wooden structure. In addition, the original timing system (cable and weights) still controls the light as it rotates in its pool of mercury.

A permanent exhibit in an adjacent building introduces you to the expertise involved, from the 1700s to today, in designing lighthouse lanterns and tells you more about the evolution of lighthouses and their importance to navigators.

Tour this museum with an enthusiastic guide and unravel the mysteries surrounding lighthouses. Come and discover a page of Quebec maritime history!

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Located in an amazing vista, this historic site was home to North America’s first maritime radio station, installed by Marconi in 1904. Visit the exhibits Marconi and the Story of Radio Communications and Pointe-à-la-Renommée: The Space of a Lifetime to learn more about the lives of the radio operators, lighthouse keepers and their families.

Visit the most travelled lighthouse in the world! After 20 years of exile in the Port of Québec, it was returned to its original site in 1997.

The Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse sits at Land's End on the Gaspesie Peninsula along Highway 132. This tall lighthouse looks out over the sea and is still open for visitors from late June to late September. This is Canada's tallest lighthouse with its 34.1 meters tall.
 

The present lighthouse dates from 1939. This is the second lighthouse built at this site. The initial one was established in 1873. From a height of 14 meters, this present lighthouse is painted red and white. The tower made of concrete, is of an octagonal shape. The fog signal dates from 1959. The Cap-d'Espoir lighthouse has served a long period of time. It was used for local fishing near the coasts as well as for transatlantic sailing. It is still in operation.

If you want, you have the opportunity of residing in a house which, as the former home of lighthouse keepers, has long borne witness to the legends and history of the sea (4 rooms fully equipped,High speed Internet connection, Outdoor fireplace) and a spectacular cliff view of the sea and Bonaventure Island.

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