Top 13 Places to Visit in
Matane | Quebec
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Réserve Faunique de Matane
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This beautiful wildlife sanctuary has one of the biggest concentrations of moose in the country, counting more than 4,000 moose! Individuals can engage in an observation activity with a guide, learning more about this beautiful animal and its habitat. Visitors can also fish at their leisure in one of the many lakes found in the […]
- 500 Chemin de la Réserve Faunique, Saint-René-de-Matane, QC G0J 3E0
- (418) 224-3345
- https://www.sepaq.com/rf/mat/
Les Jardins de Doris
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From mid-June to mid-October These wonderful gardens have been open since June 2001, with an ever-growing collection of flowers and plants that are a must-see! You can admire an abundant collection of plants using the diverse pathways and observation tower. The owners, Doris and Sylvain, have made it their mission to offer a wide variety […]
Phare-Musée Maritime de Matane
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From early June to late September This iconic lighthouse has been around since 1907, projecting a brilliant light to aid boats to find their way at sea. These days, the lighthouse has been retired and is used as a museum to educate tourists about the local history. Guests can find photographs and objects exposed to […]
Sentier International des Appalaches
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From late June to early October This massive trail spans over 650 km and connects all the coastal towns of Quebec, New Brunswick, and the State of Maine in the United States! There are various pathways and trails that visitors can take, which range from easy to very difficult. The town of Matane’s section of […]
Îles de Matane & Parc des Îles
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This beautiful island spans 1.2 km of walking trails, bordering the shores of the Fleuve Saint-Laurent (St-Lawrence River). It is home to a park with many activities for people of all ages, including a beach area. Some of the activities found at the park include a playground, pedal boats and kayak rental, mini-golf, and much […]
- 30 Rue St-Jérôme, Matane, QC G4W 3N1
- (418) 562-9574
- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063497231775
Sentier de la Grotte des Fées
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From mid-June to late September Le Sentier de la Grotte des Fées is located 6 km within the forest, proposing a hike of intermediate difficulty to witness the beautiful sights at the top. The name of this location is based on a legend, where the face of a fairy could be seen within the water […]
Poste d’Observation du Saumon
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From late June to mid-August This fishway observation deck allows visitors to witness the many Atlantic salmon from their two wide bay windows. Guests can look at their vast exposition of photographs and historical objects related to the history of the dams and Rivière Matane (Matane River). A guide-interpreter on site can give people more […]
Promenade des Capitaines
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This walking trail, known as the “Captain’s Walk,” is located in the middle of the downtown area of Matane. The trail gives a wonderful view of the Matane Salmon River, boarding its shores. Various informative panels on the path educate visitors about the stories of well-known marine captains that have left a mark on the […]
- Near Avenue St-Jérôme & Matane River, Matane, QC
- (418) 562-1065
- https://www.ville.matane.qc.ca/ville-attractive/pour-la-decouvrir/sites-patrimoniaux.html#33556559
Société d’Histoire & de Généalogie de Matane
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This local museum was founded in 1949 by Charles-Édouard Vézina, whose mission focused on preserving the regional heritage and educating people to honour the past. Learning more about the history and genealogy of the town is a great way to respect the values of the ancestors that came before us and find culture in our […]
Mont-Castor
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From mid-December to mid-April The local ski hill has been around for over 70 years and offers 19 downhill ski and snowboarding slopes. They have courses of varying difficulties, from beginner to advanced, accommodating people of all ages and abilities. Besides skiing and snowboarding, they also have snowshoeing and snow hiking trails with access to […]
Club de Golf Matane
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From mid-May to mid-October The local golf club is near the Matane River and Saint-Laurent (St. Lawrence), granting golfers a beautiful view of the area as they swing away at the ball. This panoramic course has 18 holes, par 71, and spans over 6,000 yards. The local environment is displayed for all to see, taking […]
Restaurant-Bar le 21
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This restaurant and pub opened its doors 40 years ago and has become cherished by local residents and visitors. They have a diverse menu to satisfy everyone’s taste buds, serving many traditional Canadian meals. They offer many appetizers such as soups, snails, chicken wings, salads, shrimp cocktails, and more. There are many main dishes served […]
La Fabrique
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This quaint little pub and microbrewery has been serving customers since 2017, offering patrons a wide variety of beers. A total of 25 beers are found at La Fabrique, all brewed on-site. Their selection of classic and seasonal beers includes Rivière Blanche (4%), Whisky Jane (8%), Patriote (4%), Frontière (9%), and much more for you […]