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    Following the new measures announced by the Government of Quebec (red zone), Tourisme Gaspésie has decided to close its tourist information office to customers. However, you can reach us by email (info@tourisme-gaspesie.com) and by phone (1 800 463-0323) from Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.


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    • Quadding
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History tour

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Meet the First Nations people and pioneers who have shaped the proud cultural heritage of Gaspésie.

885 km, loop - 7 days - 30 attractions

 

History circuit

Photo : Mathieu Dupuis

Welcome to Gaspésie!

Given the current situation, before you travel, please be sure to book your accommodations and check with tourism companies to find out how they are operating.

Rest assured that local companies are following the recommended public health guidelines.

As the situation continues to evolve, we will make every effort to keep this website up to date.

We look forward to welcoming you in Gaspésie!

The distinctive and multicultural qualities of Gaspésie will surprise and charm you. The history of the region begins  with the First Nations people who have lived on this land for thousands of years and who witnessed the arrival of Vikings and Italian explorers as well as Basque and Breton fishermen coming across the waters of the St. Lawrence.

History Tour

Then in 1534, Jacques Cartier landed on these shores and "discovered" what would become Canada in the name of the King of France. 

Over time, a series of new arrivals set foot in Gaspésie, including the French, Acadians, Loyalists, Bretons and Basque, all of whom made this region their new homeland. These settlers eventually also included immigrants from England, Jersey Island, Scotland and many other places. 

The region's mosaic of ethnic groups has created a wonderful mix of traditions, cultures, culinary delights and colourful accents.

The region's fascinating history is presented in museums, interpretation centres and historic sites, all of which give you the opportunity to delve a little deeper into the lives of local First Nations people and pioneers.

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  • Musée de la Gaspésie et monument à Jacques-Cartier Museums and Historic Sites

    Musée de la Gaspésie et monument à Jacques-Cartier

    Gaspé
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  • Musée acadien du Québec Museums and Historic Sites

    Musée acadien du Québec

    Bonaventure
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  • Vieux moulin - Vin de miel Museums and Historic Sites

    Vieux moulin - Vin de miel

    Sainte-Flavie
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  • Forillon National Park National Parks

    Forillon National Park

    Gaspé
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  • Circuit des Bâtisseurs Museums and Historic Sites

    Circuit des Bâtisseurs

    Chandler
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  • Société d'histoire et de généalogie de Matane Museums and Historic Sites

    Société d'histoire et de généalogie de Matane

    Matane
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  • Centre culturel Le Griffon et Café de l'Anse Museums and Historic Sites

    Centre culturel Le Griffon et Café de l'Anse

    Gaspé
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  • Circuit de fresques, des arts et du patrimoine, Les Murmures de la Ville Interpretation Centres

    Circuit de fresques, des arts et du patrimoine, Les Murmures de la Ville

    Mont-Joli
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  • Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Pointe-Navarre Museums and Historic Sites

    Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Pointe-Navarre

    Gaspé
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History CircuitPhoto : Tourisme Gaspésie

History CircuitPhoto : Centre culturel Kempffer

History CircuitPhoto : Tourisme Gaspésie

Photo : Magasin général historique authentique 1928

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