Can’t-Miss Winter Experiences in La Baie-des-Chaleurs (Bonaventure) in Gaspésie

Here are a few winter activities you can enjoy in nature in the Bonaventure sector in Gaspésie.

Although generally closed in the winter, the Bioparc de la Gaspésie offers a few special activities in the winter, including a photo safari and an activity to discover nocturnal animals called “Full Moon at the Bioparc.” In addition, you can visit the animals in this wildlife park accompanied by naturalists during spring break.

Photo: Bioparc de la Gaspésie

With many kilometres of mountain trails and slopes, the Pin Rouge ski resort offers downhill skiing, fatbiking, snowshoeing and alpine touring. The resort also has a floodlit skating rink and snow tubing facilities. Chalets are available for rent year-round.

Photo: Station touristique Pin Rouge

For a perfect gourmet day out in the La Baie-des-Chaleurs sector, have breakfast in the café area at Ferme Bourdages Tradition in Saint-Siméon, discover the spirits flavoured with botanicals made at the beautiful Distillerie des Marigots in Caplan, pick up a sandwich or an organic loaf of bread at Boulangerie La Pétrie in Bonaventure and end your day with a meal and a craft beer at the La Belle Aventure brewpub!

Distillerie des Marigots. Photo: Dany Vachon

From November 18, 2023, to January 1, 2024, Noël en Gaspésie offers a multitude of activities that will appeal to visitors of all ages, including a Christmas market and a Santa Claus parade in the centre of New Richmond. In addition, you can try out various winter sports and enjoy shows that will get you into the holiday spirit!

Photo: Noël en Gaspésie

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