Discover Bassin
The village of Bassin is located on the island of Havre-Aubert in the Magdalen Islands. With extraordinarily beautiful landscapes, they may mark your memory forever. Stay in a cottage on the most beautiful island of the Magdalen Islands to live unforgettable moments.
In the village, visit the church of St. Francis Xavier and its presbytery, classified as historical monuments, being the oldest architectural ensemble of the archipelago.
Take the path of the Bassin, a beautiful panoramic road that will make you discover the beautiful typical houses of the archipelago, from Portage-du-Cap to L'Étang-des-Caps. The beautiful West Beach will charm you with its sunset over the capes and the West Dune. In the distance, you will see the Dead Body, a solitary rock. Stop en route to see the lighthouse at Anse-à-la-Cabane, the cove, the fishing port and the hilly terrain of the island. Pointe-des-Canots is a country lane designed to observe the fauna and flora. This path leads to a beautiful lagoon protected by the environment and highly coveted by kitesurfing enthusiasts.
The Nature Reserve Demoiselles, are hills, bald and rounded, overlooking the sea From the summit, you can see the heritage site of La Grave, the island of Entrance, the bay of Plaisance, the hills of Basin, the Island of Cap-aux-Meules, the island of Havre-aux-Maisons and even the boat from Prince Edward Island.
The Site of Past is a place created by a former fisherman whose mission is to preserve the Acadian culture, the old methods of agriculture and fishing as well as the old family life in the Magdalen Islands. This family business has won several tourism awards. A must in the Basin! The mission of the Musée de la mer is to ensure the preservation of the heritage of the Magdalen Islands and is nearby.
