Can’t-Miss Winter Experiences in La Matapédia in Gaspésie

Amqui and the surrounding area invite you to enjoy a wide range of winter activities in Gaspésie during the cold season.

Parc régional de Val-d’Irène is a regional park and ski resort offering downhill skiing and snowboarding on 31 slopes on two mountainsides, as well as lodging at the foot of the slopes. Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, fatbiking and snow tubing are also available. In April, be sure not to miss the 46th edition of Aqua-Neige, a popular skiing and snowboarding event!

Parc régional de Val-d’Irène. Photo: ExploraTerra

Located in a historic building in Amqui, the La Captive microbrewery offers beers brewed on site as well as meals, locally made gourmet products for sale and live entertainment.

Photo: La Captive microbrewery

If you have a sweet tooth, you’ll want to visit Chocolaterie BelJade for fine chocolates—you can also stop there for a coffee or hot chocolate or for lunch. Bring your sled: you’ll find a snow hill near the chocolate shop!

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