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Anticosti Island 


Port-Menier (Qc), Canada
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Anticosti Island
At 222 km long, Anticosti Island is the largest island in Québec. Located opposite Havre-Saint-Pierre in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, it can be reached by plane or by boat. Its limestone geology, which is rich in fossils, has fashioned incredible landscapes. The island is primarily known for aalmon fishing, deer hunting, and tourism. Anticosti National Park also offers many outdoor activities for exploring this vast island playground.


Port-Menier (Qc), Canada
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