Top ideas to experience the Route des Navigateurs in the evening

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Tourisme Bas-Saint-Laurent

Article published on June 4, 2026

As the light softens and the river glows, the Route des Navigateurs takes on a new character. Evenings invite you to slow down and enjoy moments shaped by nature, culture, and local flavours. Each stop becomes a chance to see the Bas Saint Lawrence in a different way. Here are a few ideas to make your evenings truly memorable.

Cirque de la Pointe-Sèche

For a unique experience, head to Cirque de la Pointe-Sèche in Saint Germain de Kamouraska. This outdoor venue blends circus arts with music, dance, and theatre in a striking natural setting.

A towering rock wall and a view of the river create a powerful backdrop for every performance. Now in its sixth edition, the event offers an immersive and poetic experience for all ages.

Pizzeria-des-Battures-terrasse — Notre-Dame-du-PortagePizzeria des Battures

Pizzéria des Battures

In Notre Dame du Portage, Pizzéria des Battures is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed evening. Wood fired pizzas inspired by Neapolitan traditions are served in a welcoming atmosphere.

Set right along the river, the location offers a breathtaking view at sunset. It is an ideal stop to combine great food with remarkable scenery.

Tête d’Allumette – Microbrasserie

In Saint-André-de-Kamouraska, Tête d’Allumette stands out for its lively atmosphere and warm riverside setting.

Its spacious terrace makes it easy to enjoy summer evenings surrounded by nature.

The microbrewery features beers brewed over a wood fire, giving each creation a distinctive character. With music, conversation, and quality products, it is a place where you will want to stay a little longer.

Sea kayaking at sunset

In Trois Pistoles, Coop Kayaks des îles offers a sunset sea kayaking outing offers a different perspective on the coastline. Calm waters and changing colours create a peaceful yet memorable experience.

This activity is also offered in Kamouraska with SEBKA and in Rimouski with Aventure Archipel, which leads guided tours in Bic National Park.

These outings invite you to explore bays, coves, headlands and islands while observing local wildlife in a remarkable marine setting. Suitable for beginners and families, it is a simple and authentic way to end the day on the water.

L'Anse aux Coques, Sainte-Luce — Sainte-LuceMathieu Dupuis

Promenade and beach of Anse aux Coques

In Sainte Luce, the Anse aux Coques boardwalk offers scenery that changes with the tides and the wind.

The path runs along the beach and creates a relaxing setting by the river.

Visitors can enjoy a lit walkway, rest areas, and over twenty wood sculptures inspired by the sea. Nearby restaurants and accommodations make it easy to extend the evening.

Along the Route des Navigateurs, evenings reveal the full richness of the region. Each stop invites a new way to enjoy the river and its surroundings.

From live performances to great dining, lively terraces, and time on the water, there is no shortage of experiences to choose from. All that remains is to decide where your evening begins.

Cirque de la Pointe-Sèche

94, route 132,
Saint-Germain-de-Kamouraska,
Québec G0L 3G0

T. 5818010036

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Pizzéria des Battures

537, route du Fleuve,
Notre-Dame-du-Portage,
Québec G0L 1Y0

T. 4186051446

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Tête d'Allumette microbrasserie

265, route 132 Ouest,
Saint-André-de-Kamouraska,
Québec G0L 2H0