Gaspésie gets its name from the Micmac word Gespeg, which means “land’s end.” And this is exactly the impression one gets when on the mythical peninsula facing the Gulf of St. Lawrence, appreciating the full worth of the ocean’s immensity. The steep cliffs diving down to the water and the tortured relief of the Appalachians make this place unique and unforgettable. In the summer, the ever-present river delights swimmers and seafood lovers, and inland, hiking and fishing are to be appreciated. In the winter, the abundance of snow and wide open spaces turn the area into a white paradise for snowmobiling or off-piste alpine skiing activities. Among the many great features to see in Gaspésie are the not-to-be-missed Rocher Percé and its famous piercing, Île Bonaventure, inhabited by thousands of Northern gannets, and Forillon National Park, which offers several interpretation activities to help you can discover the park’s secrets. And don’t forget to enjoy the majestic mountains in the Réserve faunique des Chic Chocs (Chic-Choc Wildlife Reserve) and the Parc national de la Gaspésie, where caribou and moose thrive.