Isle
Jacques Cartier discovered our island in 1535. He named it Isle-aux-Coudres for he found plenty of hazelnut trees called «coudriers». Look for some that are still growing on the island. He planted a cross to take possession of the land in the name of king Louis de France and a mass was celebrated in honour of the occasion, the first mass in Canada.
After WWII the island population was about 1600. The local economy no longer provided sufficient employment for all island workers. As a result, some have migrated elsewhere and the island population has dwindled to about 1,250 residents over the last four decades.
Isle-aux-Coudres is a popular tourist destination, known for its visual beauty, its healthy marine air and the warm welcome of its residents to all. The arrival of the ferry in 1930 ushered in a new era of prosperity. Today overnight visitors will find a good variety of hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts and camp-sites. Year-round services include a doctor, pharmacy, medical clinic, bank, grocery stores, hardware stores, gas stations, bakery and much more.
No matter how long your journey is, a wide scope of activities is offered to you. Bicycle, beach walking, pedestrian trails, stars and bird’s contemplation, painting, tennis courts, bowling, wild berries gathering, playgrounds, guided tours, cruising, summer theater, you will unquestionably enjoy your voyage !
Geographic Location
| Location : 65 miles east of Québec City |
Width : 2.25 miles | Max. altitude : 301.8 feet |
| Area: 11.7 square miles | Length: 6.5 miles | Circuit : 14.6 miles |