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This old refrigerated warehouse of L'Anse-au-Griffon, renovated in 2000, is home to a local flavour café, the Café de l'Anse, an exhibit on the era of fishermen's co-operatives, À Chacun son grain de sel, an internet community access centre,  the art workshop of watercolourist Claude Côté and a multi-purpose hall offering shows and activities during the summertime. Located nearby the harbour, at the heart of the village, the centre is an important part of the Gaspesian maritime heritage because of its site, history and architecture. This centre is a non-profit organization that came from the safekeeping of a refrigerated warehouse by the community. Schedule: Mid-June to mid-October, daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. November to May, Saturday and Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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The Centre d'information ornithologique allows you to meet interpretive guides, consult documents, and take part in interpretation and observation activities about fauna and flora in the Malbaie barachois. Schedule: June 1^st to October 1^st, upon reservation. Average length: 1 hour. Admission: rates vary according to activities chosen.

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These activities and services are offered from December 15^th 2008 to March 29^th 2009.

• Cross-country Skiing (on marked out trails) 43 km:
• Le Portage (10 km one-way)
• La Vallée (4.6 km one-way)
• La Cédrière (11.2 km one-way)
• Le Castor (7.6 km one-way)
• Le Ruisseau (9.6 km one-way)
• These 5 trails are marked out mechanically for the step only, 7 days/week
• 4 heated shelters
  
• Off-trail Skiing
• 3 marked out sectors: North Sector (5.4 km one-way), South Sector (11.3 km one-way), Penouille (2 km one-way)
• 4 heated shelters: Camping Petit-Gaspé, Grande-Grave, Cap-Bon-Ami and Penouille
  
• Snowshoeing
• 2 trails, 4.7 km (one-way): Le Promeneur (2 km one-way), La tour du Mont St-Alban, by the Promeneur (4.7 km one-way)
• Le Portage (trail of 10 km shared with dogsledding users)
• 3 marked out sectors
• 5 heated shelters: Le Portage (North), Penouille, Cap-Bon-Ami, camping Petit-Gaspé and Grande-Grave
  
• Winter Campground
• Group Camping Petit-Gaspé (South sector): dry toilet, shelter not available
• Loop C of Camping Petit-Gaspé: dry toilet, building of services provided with a wood stove, firewood and picnic tables
  
  Reservation mandatory and fees at the administrative office of the park, at the operational centre and at the reception. Contact us at 418 368-5505.

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Les Murmures de la Ville invite you to discover the art of murals in the heart of downtown. Following the mural tour is like traveling through time. The frescoe share a common goal: they reveal the history by returning to basics and guide towards the future. The nineteen frescoes are work of art enhancing the cultural heritage of Mont-Joli, La Mitis and elsewhere. They maintain and feed collective memory in a unique environment. Come and talk with the interpretive guides about the overall work. Schedule: year-round. Free admission. Guided visits in July and August, reservations for groups. During the off-season: upon reservations only.

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The Parc national de la Gaspésie is well known for the multitude of outdoor activities available, such as snowshoeing, long or short distance cross-country skiing, telemarking, snowboarding and mountain trekking (mountain downhill skiing). Lodging available in the heart of the mountains, at the Gîte du Mont-Albert, in one of the many chalets, or in different shelters available along the long-distance cross-country ski trails. Baggage transportation services and guide services for mountain trekking, snowshoeing and telemarking. 

The mountains of the Gaspesian highlands presents a potential danger for snow avalanches. For safety measures, always inquire about the ground conditions, the snow cover and the weather forecast, carry out your own evaluation of the snow's stability in the snowfields and carry the appropriate rescue equipment. Snow report and avalanche lessons: www.centreavalanche.qc.ca. 

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Photo: L'ancien magasin général A.G.

Closed for over twenty years and still containing the original merchandise, the old general store has now become a tourist attraction. Here you will find a convenience store (with a license for beer, wine and cider), a restaurant, an outdoor terrace, as well as an apartment on the second floor that is decorated like in the past. In the basement, souvenirs from long ago have reappeared. Among others, the Longfellow boat wreck, that ran aground nearby in 1902, and lots more… Schedule: year-round. June 1^st to October 1^st, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. During the off‑season, sfrom 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., however, reservations are recommended for breakfast and lunch and are mandatory for the evening meals. Average length: 30 to 40 minutes. Admission: adults $3.50, children under 12 years old free, student $2.50.

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Hidden in the Petite rivière du Loup valley, you will discover a small garden that is very impressive. In fact, to sooth the spirit and rest the body, the artist seeks to create a surreal ambiance by manipulating natural elements. The best way to appreciate such a garden is to spend a night or two. There are two lodging units (two stars) with all the necessary utilities to meet your needs. Other on-site activities include a nature trail, trout fishing, downhill skiing, access to ATV and snowmobile trails. Open year-round.

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This history and ethnology museum relates the fascinating and compellng story of the Acadians of Québec. The permanent exhibit Une Acadie québécoise (a Québec Acadia) describes in an original way the Acadian settlement in Québec, and explains how the Acadians contributed to Québec society. The Bay is a nice example of this heritage and culture.

In addtion to the permanent exhibit, displays on a variety of subjects are presented in the temporary exhibit room, and the exhibit Bonaventure en miniatures (Bonaventure through miniatures) is on display in an adjacent pavillon.

Bilingual services, guided visits in season upon reservation. Book and souvenir counter.  Art, art trade, handicraft and Gaspesian product shops on-site. Every Wednesday night, from the end of June to end of August, free outdoor shows by artists of the region and the Maritimes. Schedule: year-round. June 24^th to early September, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early September to mid-October, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mid-October to early May, Monday to Friday and Sunday, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Early May to June 24t^h, Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Average length: 1.5 hour. Admission fees. Reservations recommended for groups. 

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The Musée de la Gaspésie, now renovated and expanded, presents a brand new exhibit on the Gaspesian history. This original and dynamic Tour de la Gaspésie (a tour of the Gaspésie) will allow you to discover the men and women that have developed our region! The Musée also presents temporary exhibits featuring various Gaspesian cultural components. In addition to the exhibits, you will also find a shop, an archives centre, a library specialized in Gaspesian history and genealogy, a cultural magazine (the Magazine Gaspésie), an outdoor amphitheatre and the Monument à Jacques Cartier. A visit is a must!
 
Guided bilingual visits are offered to groups upon reservation. Schedule: year-round from June 1^st to October 31^st, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  November 1^st to May 31^st, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sunday. Admission: adults $7; seniors and students $5; families $11; groups (20 people or more): $3.50/person; children 6 years old and under: free.

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Miguasha Park conserves a fossil rich cliff with a worldwide reputation since its discovery in the 1800s. The fossilized fish and plants are proof of an environment that existed some 380 million years ago. Remarkably preserved, the Miguasha fish fossils help us to understand the passage of vertebrates from aquatic to terrestrial life. Member of the Québec Park Network, Miguasha Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized as an exceptional natural site.

Photo: Parc national de Miguasha

A tour of the natural history museum allows you to enjoy a captivating scientific experience in the universe of fossils. Guided tour available from June 1^st to October 11^th. Self‑guided tour during the remainder of the year. Activities and services: Plongée aux origines (Journey deep into the origins) at the amphitheatre, Les sciences de la mer (Marine sciences) in the temporary exhibit hall, Le Dévonien restaurant, and L’Échoppe boutique. Picnic areas. Two-kilometre trail (the trail and cliff are not accessible to people with reduced mobility). A happy mix of science and nature for visitors of all ages.

Schedule: daily, June 1^st to October 11^th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The remainder of the year, open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed on statutory holidays. Average length: 1.5 hours. Reservations mandatory for groups. Admission: admission fees for the park and the natural history museum. Reduced rates for groups, youth and families. Free admission for children under 6 years old and for some youths groups. Annual pass for the park or for the network. 

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Site of worship and pilgrimage since 1940 where you can visit a church and see the works of art it contains, including the main crucifix, a statue of Saint Joseph the Worker (by the sculptor Médard Bourgault) and the eight stations of the Chemin des douleurs de Marie (work of Rose-Anne Mona, French ceramist). The tomb of the founder, Father Jean-Marie Watier, is located in the Chapelle du Souvenir (Memorial Chapel) which is open 24 hours a day. Three small houses for retreat are available through all seasons for solitary contemplation.

In beautifully landscaped exterior gardens, you will find a replica of the Lourdes grotto, a calvary, an outdoor altar, a Carrara marble statue of the archangel Saint Michel and seven bronze stations of the Chemin des douleurs de Marie. Hikers can follow a mountain trail to discover different types of woodlands or have a moment's reflection. Schedule: year-round. End of June to early September, Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and weekends from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Early September to end of June, Tuesday and Friday from 12:30 p.m to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Average length: 1 hour. Admission free. Reservations recommended for groups.

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The Vieux Moulin, an intoxicating experience and a museological jewel… In the warm setting of an ancestral water mill, passionate artisans produce fabulous honey wines, winners of several gold medals at the Coupe des Nations. The Musée de la Neufve-France, located on the second floor, is overflowing with New France heritage treasures, some of great historic importance, as well as numerous exceptional First Nations artifacts. Beekeeping shop where you will find meads, still or sparkling, next to a wide range of fine hive products. Observation hive. Schedule: open year-round, daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Average length: 45 minutes. Admission: at the hydromellerie (meadery): free visit and sampling; at the museum: $2.50 per person.