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More about Îles-de-la-Madeleine |
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Composed of a dozen islands, some of which are connected, the archipelago’s long sandy beaches embrace the lapping waves of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Light-coloured dunes, rounded green hills, ochre cliffs and brightly painted houses stand out against an intense blue backdrop.
The pervasive presence of the sea makes the Îles de la Madeleine a perfect paradise for devotees of all kinds of water sports. The many lagoons and protected bodies of water make ideal, safe playgrounds for water sports competitions and the enjoyment of activities like windsurfing and kite surfing.
The Îles-de-la-Madeleine, located 215 km (133 mi.) from the Gaspé coast, can be accessed by plane or by ferry from Prince Edward Island. You can also opt to reach the archipelago in high style on the sumptuous cruise that departs regularly from Montréal.
Fishing is the main commercial activity in the archipelago, and, depending on the season, the catch of the day might yield lobster, scallops, snow crab, fish and other ocean delicacies.
Source: Tourisme Québec, Tourisme Iles-de-la-Madeleine
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