From Routhierville to Saint-Moïse
Follow the world-renowned meandering salmon rivers in La Matapédia in search of the most beautiful specimens. Learn more about this fascinating species in sites dedicated to its observation and history.
Quad enthusiasts: this sector offers you trails through beautiful farmland and along winding rivers—a true paradise! You can also discover immense Lake Matapédia and its beach, beautiful covered bridges and the Chute à Philomène waterfall, which you can admire from a suspended platform.
Causapscal
Causapscal is located in the heart of a beautiful forested area, the Matapedia Valley. In 1839, an important relay station was established at the meeting Matapedia and Causapscal rivers. For nearly a century, Causapscal attracted many visitors by the practice of Atlantic salmon fishing. In 1870, Lord Mount Stephen put up a real fishing area by buying many lands bordering the Matapedia and Causapscal rivers. [...]
Lac-au-Saumon
Lac-au-Saumon is home to a park that will entertain the whole family. Admire an unusual view from the shore of the lake. The park is known for the large-scale events held there every year. The municipality is also home to an exceptional built heritage. Drive or walk along the streets to discover the history of this village with Acadian origins. [...]
Amqui
Amqui means “the place to have fun” in the Mi’gmaq language. Located at the point where the Matapédia River and Lake Matapédia meet, at the intersection of routes 132 and 195, Amqui is a village-relais, which means it offers a diversity of quality services, including accommodations. Its horticultural beautification efforts have earned the town four “florets” (awarded by Fleurons du Québec). [...]
Val-Brillant
Located on the shores of Lake Matapédia, the municipality of Val-Brillant is a local treasure that charms visitors with beautiful scenery and access to nature. Campground, marina and trails in the Bois et Berges park. [...]
Saint-Moïse
Established in 1873 and the oldest municipality in the Matapédia Valley, Saint-Moïse is proud of its vast and imposing Renaissancestyle church built in 1914. Bordered by mountains offering majestic colours, Saint-Moïse is a popular estination that offers fresh air as well as quad and snowmobile trails. [...]