SIGHTSEEING TOURS, ECO-WALKS, TOURISTIC PACKAGES
NATURE
CULTURE
A RICH HERITAGE WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED! The Collectivité territoriale offers you a wide range of activities including numerous guided tours and exceptional "Culture & Nature" packages. The cultural and historical tours at l’Arche Museum and Archives, along with MNE’s stunning sightseeing eco-walks will unveil the mysteries of our islands. Saint-Pierre, Ile-aux-Marins and Miquelon-Langlade are in the spotlight whether you are visiting for a short, medium or long stay. We wish you many enjoyable moments and exciting discoveries on our exceptional islands! Saint-Pierre
L’Arche, Museum and Archives Credit: Jean-François Marin, L’Arche and MNE
Miquelon
Nature Interpretation Center (MNE)
SOMMAIRE Sightseeing tours: Saint-Pierre Ile-aux-Marins Miquelon
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Eco-walks: Saint-Pierre Miquelon
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Exceptional packages "Culture & Nature" Short stays (1½ days) Medium stays (at least 3 days) Long stays (at least 5 days)
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Practical information
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SIGHTSEEING TOURS
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"ARCHITECTURE AND HERITAGE" Historical tour of the city
Saint-Pierre
A loop through the city’s old districts to discover the various key themes that run through Saint-Pierre’s history and heritage: fishing, housing, the different types of architecture, fires and prohibition.
Duration : 1¾ hours Location : Starts and ends at l’Arche Rate : FR €20 - RR €15 (includes admission to the museum) Availability : 7 days a week from May to October (except for holidays)
"TRADITIONAL HOUSING" From basement to attic A fascinating visit during which you will learn about the houses of Saint-Pierre, their characteristics and how they evolved over time. You will also discover how the lifestyle and needs of the people, as well as the settings, impacted Saint-Pierre’s architecture through the years. Duration : 1h00 Location : Starts and ends at l’Arche Rate : FR €15 - RR €10 (includes admission to the museum) Availability : 7 days a week from May to October (except for holidays)
Offered by l’Arche - arche@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
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Saint-Pierre
"A FRENCH TERRITORY" The influence of French architecture
With its French institutions and urban design in a North-American setting, the city of Saint-Pierre is unique. This tour will help you understand the city and its mix of architectural traditions. Duration : 1 hour Location : Starts at the Tourist Information Centre and ends at l’Arche Rate : FR €15 - RR €10 (includes admission to the museum) Availability : 7 days a week from May to October (except for holidays)
"SAINT-PIERRE, FISHING PORT" Of fish and men From the arrival of its first inhabitants, the city of Saint-Pierre and its coastline were developed around fishing. From the shore to the downtown area, this visit explains the history and workings of this industry, which played a key role in all aspects of local life. Duration : 1 hour Location : Starts and ends at l’Arche Rate : FR €15 - RR €10 (includes admission to the museum) Availability : 7 days a week from May to October (except for holidays)
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Offered by l’Arche - arche@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
"PROHIBITION" Fraudulent Alcohol and Providential Trade
Saint-Pierre
1922, Saint-Pierre: a legendary Rumrunner arrives in an empty harbour, hit by the recession since the beginning of the 20th century. This would be the starting point of an unexpected and salutary prosperity. Between North-American bans and French interests, dive at the heart of alcohol smuggling! Duration : 1¾ hours Location : Starts from the Arche and ends at the Héritage museum Rate : FR €25 - RR €20 (includes admission to the museum) Availability : 7 days a week from May to October (except for holidays)
"THE CEMETERY" Searching for our ancestors Through its various graves—some of which are unusual—SaintPierre’s cemetery evokes the history of its people. This tour tells of the origins of the inhabitants, the reasons they settled here and the tragic events and wars that often cost them their lives. Duration : 1 hour Location : Starts and ends at l’Arche Rate : FR €15 - RR €10 (includes admission to the museum) Availability : 7 days a week from May to October (except for holidays)
Offered by l’Arche - arche@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
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Ile-aux-Marins
"ILE-AUX-MARINS" Pioneers’ island Facing Saint-Pierre, the island of Îleaux-Marins, buffeted by waves and winds, used to host a community of fishermen and pioneers. From the wharf to the cemetery, through the drying grounds, the church and the school, the traces of an intense activity under harsh conditions tells their story.
Duration : 1½ hours Location : Starts and ends at the SaintPierre Tourist Information Centre Rate : FR €30 - RR €25 (The rate includes the boat ride and admission fee to sites visited on the island) Availability : 7 days a week in July and August (except for holidays). From May 15th to June 30th, and from September 1st to October 14th: every day except Monday and Thursday.
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Offered by l’Arche - arche@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
"HISTORY AND HERITAGE" At the heart of the village
Miquelon
A few remote houses set on a bank of pebbles and the ocean as far as the eye can see: that’s Miquelon! A village that seems so peaceful … and yet! Discover the fascinating history of this little community by visiting its many landmarks, including the museum, the wharf and the church. Duration : 1½ hours Location : Starts and ends at the MNE. Rate : FR €15 - RR €10 (includes admission to the MNE) Availability : 7 days a week from June to September
"VILLAGE AND LANDSCAPES" Along the shipwreck trail Take off on an adventure along the roads of Miquelon-Langlade and discover the riches of these islands, where people learned to adapt despite the harsh climate and where the sea—alternatively beautiful and violent—could either sustain or destroy, depending on its mood. Formerly the backdrop of much hard work, some sites are vacation resorts today. An unforgettable experience awaits you. Duration : 3 to 3½ hours Location : Starts and ends at the Miquelon Tourist Information Center. Rate : FR €45 - RR €35 (includes admission to the MNE) Availability : 7 days a week from June to September *Book at least one day prior. Offered by the Nature Interpretation Center - mne@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
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ECO-WALKS
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Saint-Pierre
"ANSE À DINAND"
"VALLÉE DES 7 ÉTANGS"
Remarkable species and wide-open spaces
Land, sea and birds
Discover the odors and colors of three natural settings typical of the archipelago: the bog, the subarctic meadow and the undergrowth. A complete immersion in the natural environment of the archipelago and one of the most splendid views of Miquelon-Langlade Island, with the possibility of spotting marine mammals from the shore!
Walk through the undergrowth of the archipelago and discover the birds that frequent the area. At the end of your walk, enjoy the splendid view of Ile-auxMarins. A walk that birdwatching enthusiasts don’t want to miss!
Duration : 2 hours (including 45 minutes of walking) Location : Starts and ends at the Saint-Pierre Tourist Information Center. Level of difficulty : Easy. Rate : FR €20 - RR €15 (with taxi) FR €15 - RR €10 (without taxi) (includes admission to l’Arche museum). Availability : 7 days a week in July and August
Duration : 3 hours (including 1¼ hours of walking). Location : Starts and ends at the Saint-Pierre Tourist Information Centre. Level of difficulty : Average. Rate : FR €25 - RR €20 (with taxi) FR €20 - RR €15 (without taxi) (includes admission to l’Arche museum). Availability : 7 days a week in July and August.
Offered by the Nature Interpretation Center - mne@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
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Miquelon
CULTURE & NATURE
Forfaits d’exception, à la découverte des îles
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"THE ISTHMUS"
"THE GRAND BARACHOIS"
Of nature and men
In tune with the lagoon
Come spend a day on the dunes, bound by the ocean to the east and west! At the edge of the Grand Barachois lagoon, you can observe shorebirds, seals and Canada geese while listening to the chattering of the seabirds. On the Isthmus, you’ll also have an opportunity to walk on fertile land, where farming is still practiced.
Walk through a dune environment until you reach the wildlife observatory. Along your way, you’ll learn more about the surrounding vegetation. Shorebirds and seals await you at this site, with its atmosphere unlike any other!
Duration : 5 hours (including 2¼ hours of walking). Location : Starts and ends at the MNE. Level of difficulty : average. Rate : FR €30 - RR €25 (includes admission to the MNE and car transportation). Availability : 7 days a week from June 18th to September 30th.
Duration : 3½ hours (including 1½ hours of walking). Location : Starts and ends at MNE. Level of difficulty : easy. Rate : FR €25 - RR €20 (includes admission to the MNE and car transportation). Availability : 7 days a week from June 18th to September 30th.
Offered by the Nature Interpretation Center - mne@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
Miquelon
"NID À L’AIGLE"
"THE CAP"
Wildlife and the sea
Boreal forest, bog and cliffs
Discover the landforms of the Cape of Miquelon, as well as the site’s fauna and flora. Take advantage of a spectacular vantage point to observe the wilderness and maybe even spot an American bald eagle! You will be treated to a breathtaking, lifesize panoramic view!
The Cape of Miquelon is definitely worth a visit. The scenery is breathtaking and the plant life is rich and diverse. This walk offers every chance to observe deer! The developed trails make this itinerary accessible to most!
Duration : 4½ hours (including 2½ hours of walking). Location : Starts and ends at the MNE. Level of difficulty : average. Rate : FR €30 - RR €25 (includes admission to the MNE and car transportation). Availability : 7 days a week from June 18th to September 30th.
Duration : 3½ hours (including 1½ to 1¾ hours of walking). Location : Starts and ends at the MNE. Level of difficulty : average. Rate : FR €25 - RR €20 (includes admission to the MNE and car transportation). Availability : 7 days a week June 18th to September 30th.
Offered by the Nature Interpretation Center - mne@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
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Miquelon
"LA CORMORANDIÈRE" The most beautiful valley A round-trip walk for a view well worth the trip: you will never be disappointed by La Cormorandière valley. On the way, discover the fauna and flora that surrounds you—the natural heritage that makes the archipelago so rich! Duration : 2 hours (including 50 minutes of walking). Location : Starts and ends at the MNE. Level of difficulty : easy. Rate : FR €15/RR €10 (includes admission to the MNE and car transportation). Availability : 7 days a week from June 18th to September 30th.
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Offered by the Nature Interpretation Center - mne@ct975.fr, phone: 05.08.41.04.35.
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CULTURE & NATURE
Exceptional packages for discovering the islands
*Transportation between Saint-Pierre and Miquelon not included. *Condition for reimbursement of a package: in the event of failure to do one or more tours from the package due to cancellation of the boat ride between the two islands, a 40% refund will be given. Packages include admissions to the exhibitions of l'Arche museum (in Saint-Pierre) and of the Nature Interpretation Center (MNE in Miquelon).
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SHORT STAYS - Recommended time: 1½ days "THE MUST-SEES" - Quick and informative! Saint-Pierre : FR €55 - RR €45 1) "Architecture and Heritage"
Miquelon : FR €45 - RR €35 1) "La Cormorandière"
Historical tour of the city. 1h45
The most beautiful valley 2h00
2) "Anse à Dinand"
2) "Village and landscapes"
3) "Ile-aux-Marins"
Availability : July and August
Remarkable species and wide-open spaces. 2h00 Pioneers island. 1h45
Along the shipwreck trail 3h00 to 3h30
Availability : July and August. Package Benefits
Package Benefits 5 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing tours, + Admissions to L’Arche Museum and sites visited on Île-aux-Marins, + Boat ride to Île-aux-Marins. SAVINGS FR €15 - RR €10
5 hours of sightseeing tours, + Admissions to the MNE, + Car ride. SAVINGS FR €15 - RR €10
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SHORT STAYS - Recommended time: 1½ days "EXCEPTIONAL CULTURE" Formule n°1
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Saint-Pierre : FR €50 - RR €40 1) "Architecture and Heritage"
1) "Traditional housing"
Historical tour of the city 1h45
From basement to attic 1h00
2) "Ile-aux-Marins"
2) "Ile-aux-Marins"
3) "The cemetery"
3) "Prohibition"
Availability : From May 15th to October 15th
Availability : From June 15th to August 30th
Pioneers island 1h45
Pioneers island 1h45
In search of our ancestors 1h00
Package Benefits
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Saint-Pierre : FR €55 - RR €45
Fraudulent alcohol and providential trade 1h45
Package Benefits
4 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing tour, + Admissions to L’Arche Museum and sites visited on Île-aux-Marins, + Boat ride to Île-aux-Marins.
4 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing tours, + Admissions to L’Arche Museum, Heritage Museum and sites visited on Île-aux-Marins, + Boat ride to Île-aux-Marins.
SAVINGS FR €15 - RR €10
SAVINGS FR €15 - RR €10
MEDIUM STAYS - Recommended time: at least 3 days. "THE THREE ISLANDS" From one lighthouse to the next Saint-Pierre + Ile-aux-Marins
+ Miquelon-Langlade
FR €95 - RR €75
1) "Architecture and Heritage" Historical tour of the city 1h45
"EXCEPTIONAL NATURE" Saint-Pierre
FR €70 - RR €60
+ Miquelon-Langlade
1) "La Vallée des 7 étangs" Land, sea and birds 3h00
2) "Ile-aux-Marins"
2) "The Isthmus"
Pioneers island 1h45
Of nature and men 5h00
3) "La Cormorandière"
3) "Nid à l’Aigle"
The most beautiful valley 2h00
Wildlife and the sea 4h30
4) "Village and landscapes"
Along the shipwreck trail 3h00 to 3h30
Availability : July and August
Availability : July and August. Package Benefits
8 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing tours, + Admissions to L’Arche Museum, the MNE and sites visited on Île-aux-Marins, + Car (Miquelon/Langlade) and boat ride to Île-aux-Marins, SAVINGS FR €15 - RR €10
Package Benefits 12 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing tours, + Admission fees to the MNE, + Car ride, SAVINGS FR €15 - RR €10
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LONG STAYS - Recommended time: at least 5 days. "THE ENTIRE ARCHIPELAGO" - You’ll have time! Saint-Pierre
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l’Ile-aux-Marins
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Miquelon-Langlade
1) "Architecture and Heritage"
4) "Anse à Dinand"
2) "The cemetery"
5) "La Cormorandière"
3) "Ile-aux-Marins"
6) "Village and landscapes"
Historical tour of the city 1h45
In search of our ancestors 1h00 Pioneers island 1h45
Remarkable species and wide-open spaces 2h00 The most beautiful valley 2h00 Along the shipwreck trail 3h00 to 3h30
Availability : July and August
FR €100 - RR €70
Package Benefits 11 hours and 30 minutes of sightseeing tours, + Admissions to L’Arche Museum, the MNE and sites visited on Île-aux-Marins + car transportation and boat ride to Île-aux-Marins.
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SAVINGS FR €45 - RR €30
GROUPS ONLY "A DAY ON MIQUELON-LANGLADE" - Tales of an island Book 48 hours in advance.
Miquelon 1) "History and Heritage" - At the heart of the village 1h45 2) "Village and landscapes" - Along the shipwreck trail 3h00 to 3h30 Location : Starts and ends at MNE Groups only : Minimum 15 people – maximum 40 people.
Availability : June to September
Single rate: 95€
Package Benefits
An entire day of sightseeing tours, + Admissions to the MNE and Miquelon museum, + Lunch and snack, + Bus transportation.
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PRACTICAL INFORMATION L’ARCHE, MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
NATURE INTERPRETATION CENTER (MNE)
Address: rue du 11 Novembre, 97500 Saint-Pierre Phone: 05.08.41.04.35 E-Mail: arche@ct975.fr www.arche-musee-et-archives.net Facebook: L’Arche Musée et Archives
Address: Place des Ardilliers, 97500 Miquelon Phone: 05.08.41.61.87 E-Mail: mne@ct975.fr Facebook: Maison de la Nature et de l’Environnement – SaintPierre et Miquelon
OPENING Permanent exhibitions:
OPENING
From May 2nd to October 31st: 7 days a week from 10:00 to noon and 13:30 to 17:00. From July 1st to August 31st: 7 days a week from 9:00 to 17:00. From November 2nd to April 30th: on appointment only Monday to Friday and on Saturdays and Sundays if a temporary exhibition is being held. Temporary exhibitions: Open 7 days a week from 10:00 to noon and 13:30 to 17:00. SIGHTSEEING TOURS
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7 days a week from May 2nd to October 31st (except statutory holidays). Off-season: on appointment only during the weekdays. The "Île-aux-Marins" tour depends on the boat schedule, while the "Prohibition" tour depends on the Heritage museum opening season.
From May 1st to October 31st: 7 days a week Monday and Saturday: 10am to 5:30pm Tuesday: 8:30am to noon and 2pm to 6:30pm Wednesday and Thursday: 10am to noon and 1:30pm to 5:30pm Friday: 9am to noon and 2pm to 7:30pm Sunday: 10am to noon and 2pm to 6pm Opening times may change depending on the ferries schedule (please visit the MNE Facebook page for up-to-date information).
PRACTICAL INFORMATION ADMISSION FEES FOR L’ARCHE AND THE NATURE INTERPRETATION CENTER Self-guided visit: FR 7€ - RR 5€ Guided tour: FR 10€ - RR 5€ Free admission for children (12 and under) The tours include admission to the exhibitions at L’Arche (Saint-Pierre) or the Nature Interpretation Center (MNE in Miquelon). Reduced rates apply to groups of 15 people or more. Free admission for children under the age of 12 accompanied by an adult. FULL RATE (FR): for adults (over 18 years of age). REDUCED RATE (RR): for children and teens (up to the age of 18), students, retirees, seniors over the age of 60, job seekers, social assistance recipients (earned income supplement, disability pension, etc.). Collectivité territoriale de Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon Pôle Développement Attractif - L’Arche Musée et Archives Pôle Développement Durable - Maison de la Nature et de l’Environnement B.P. 4208 97500 Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon Tél. : 05 08 41 01 02 - Fax : 05 08 41 22 97 - accueil@ct975.fr - www.spm-ct975.fr
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SAINT-PIERRE Tourist Information Centre Place du Général de Gaulle 05.08.41.02.00
MIQUELON-LANGLADE Tourist Information Centre Place des Ardilliers 05.08.41.61.87 Facebook : @TourismeSPM Mail : info@spm-tourisme.fr
www.spm-tourisme.fr