Café de l'Atlantique, Percé

National GeographicSep 29, 2013

Gaspé Peninsula

Rising dramatically from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, massive, sheer Percé Rock towers off the tip of Quebec's Gaspé Peninsula like a ship at sea. This rugged, windswept region spans 11,714 square miles ...

casual downstairs dining from La Maison du Pêcheur

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Percé RockSightmassive, sheer rock formation towers off the tip of Quebec
Bonaventure-Island-and-Percé-RockSightsummer nesting home of some 200,000 northern gannets
Hôtel la NormandieHoteloffers ocean-view rooms with balcony for Percé Rock views
Riotel PercéHoteloffers deluxe suites with Percé Rock views
La Maison William WakehamHotelhistoric stone building with restaurant and 11 rooms
La Maison du PêcheurRestaurantseafood restaurant open June to October
Café de l'AtlantiqueRestaurantcasual downstairs dining from La Maison du Pêcheur
Brise BiseRestaurantserves French staples and features live music
La MaisonartMarketstudio and gallery showcasing local artwork
Pointe St.-PierreSight
Cap-BlancSight
Cap-d'EspoirSight
Elsewhere
Festival en Chanson de Petite ValléeFestivalPetite-Vallée, Canadashowcases emerging and seasoned French-speaking musicians
Chaleur BaySightBonaventure, Canadawarm waters for sun-seekers and kayaking among whales
Chic-Choc MountainsSightGaspé, Canadalooming mountains offering backcountry skiing and snowshoeing
Gaspésie Provincial ParkSightGaspé, Canadapark with Chic-Choc Mountains for backcountry skiing
Épicerie Fine at the Auberge du MarchandRestaurantBonaventure, Canadaserves fish soup, local lamb, charcuterie, and cheese

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