The Acadian Peninsula extends from Miscou Island to Néguac, and includes the towns of Caraquet and Shippagan. The area is a must-see destination in any Canadian Maritimes road trip.
Through the course of history, this region of New France was the stage for a number of conflicts.
The Acadian people are proud, warm and authentic, always willing to share their cuisine, their traditions and their vibrant francophone culture.
VILLAGE ACADIEN
Village Historique Acadien is an historical reconstruction that portrays the Acadian way of life between 1770 and 1939. The village "inhabitants", dressed in period costumes, provide a warm welcome, bringing history to life.
Authentic historical buildings line a 1.6 km dirt road over which proudly flies the Acadian flag, which resembles the French flag but with a gold star in upper left corner.
MISCOU ISLAND
A trip to Miscou Island begins with a stop at "Terrasse à Steve" (on the Miscou wharf, from early May to early September) to pick up a seafood picnic lunch. Walk the Peat Bog Boardwalk, admire Frye Lake, relax on one of the many beaches, or visit the Miscou lighthouse and learn about its fascinating history.
PLAGE DE GRANDE-ANSE
This lovely beach, located in the heart of the small village of Grande-Anse, is sheltered between superb rocky cliffs, carved by the waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It is not very crowded and parking is easy to find.
The beach has changing rooms, washrooms, picnic tables, a children's playground, a volleyball court, and there is a canteen nearby. Everything you need for a pleasant break by the sea!
Festivals calendar
Festival Acadien de Caraquet
Dates: Early August 2023
Description: The Festival Acadien de Caraquet is not only one of the top Acadian cultural events of the year, but it is also one of the largest tourist attractions in the Atlantic provinces. Festival-goers converge by the thousands in Caraquet to celebrate the vitality of Acadian culture. Every year, some 400 artists grace the stage. Activities include Cabaret shows, an Emerging Artists series, the Acadian poetry festival, the Caraquet song gala, fireworks and the renowned Tintamarre noisemaking parade, the largest (and loudest!) popular gathering in Acadie! Come be part of the biggest musical celebration in Acadie!