At the mouth of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, just a few cables' length from Newfoundland, is the furthest north of all the overseas destinations.
You will discover the astonishing sub-arctic landscapes with their sharp relief, where the multicoloured houses stand out, like colourful confetti.
The population, charming and welcoming, maintain the French tradition in North America. The lives of the people keep time with the sea, and they endeavour to respect nature and to live in harmony with the ocean environment.
Besides the discovery of the cultural and historic heritage, the archipelago offers many activities for nature-lovers: hikes, horse riding, excursions in an inflatable dinghy and more.
Enjoy the charm of these islands and their enchanting, breathtaking landscapes.
Don't miss
L'île aux Marins, an island museum retracing the history of the Archipelago
Le Grand Barachois de Miquelon
The reserve at Cap de Miquelon
The tour of the coastlines of the Archipelago: a visit to the coasts of Langlade and Saint-Pierre
Useful information
Main town:
Saint-Pierre.
Entry formalities:
Citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area and Switzerland must present a valid passport on entry (necessary for transit via Canada). A visa is not required for stays of less than one month.
Time difference with Paris:
- 4 hours summer and winter
Currency:
Euro.
Climate:
Northern, but milder due to the influence of the ocean
Temperature:
Average: 5°C (between 10 and 23°C in summer and -5 to 10°C in winter).
Getting there:
The islands of Saint Pierre and Miquelon are linked by Air Saint-Pierre at St. John's (Newfoundland), Sydney and Halifax (Nova Scotia).
A direct connecting flight is also operated by Air France from Paris via Montreal.
Air Saint-Pierre also operates the link between the island of Saint-Pierre and that of Miquelon.
The archipelago is linked to Newfoundland by ferry with several crossings a week (one every day in the high season).
Saint-Pierre is also a stopping off destination for some summer cruises in the North Atlantic from the Netherlands or the UK.
Find out more:
www.st-pierre-et-miquelon.info
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