Sandy beaches
Haldimand
One of Quebec's most beautiful beaches, Haldimand is a real paradise for families. Supervised swimming in summer, kite-surfing, volleyball, surfing and striped bass fishing: there's something for everyone. On site, you can also take advantage of practical services such as recharging stations, a bike-sharing station and a catering service. The beach is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Douglastown
Over a kilometer of sand for a long walk by the sea, with the bay and Forillon National Park as a backdrop. Perfect for getting away from it all!
Sandy Beach
Nicknamed "Boom Defence", this beach takes its name from the military installations set up during the Second World War to protect Gaspé Bay from enemy submarines. Today, it's a popular place to relax, where golden sand and sea meet in a setting steeped in memory.
Cap-aux-Os
Its name, inherited from the whaling era, evokes its maritime past. Ideal for a picnic or a kayak outing, the beach is bordered by cliffs that add to its natural charm.
Penouille
With over 2 km of beach and shallow waters, Penouille is perfect for a family day out. Located in Forillon National Park, it is accessible to people with reduced mobility and is home to a salt marsh that attracts birdwatchers.
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Gaspé sustainable destination
Sustainable development at the heart of our destination
Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central, cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It is aligned with Croisières du Saint-Laurent's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the St. Lawrence destination.
The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while helping to preserve and regenerate ecosystems. The St. Lawrence destination offers a human and sustainable experience with a positive impact, through the bridges we build between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism and scientific players.
Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years in terms of sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise lodge with waste-sorting islands and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts sustainable and responsible tourism awareness content for cruise passengers, via a screen located in its pavilion.
The organization also rolled out its first-ever stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, participates regularly in the sustainable tourism best-practice sharing community Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent, and takes part in a social acceptability campaign run by Croisières du Saint-Laurent.
Destination Gaspé's brand-new, optimized website also stimulates the local economy and enhances the tourism offering by improving the visibility and appeal of local businesses. It offers a modern, engaging showcase on a centralized platform, while integrating rich content linked to local stories and the region's unique cultural events.
