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Natural landscape · Tadoussac, Quebec
Dunes of Tadoussac
Sand terraces formed at the end of the last glaciation, about 5 km from Tadoussac centre, on a high slope above the St. Lawrence, with the Maison des Dunes.
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About Dunes of Tadoussac
The Tadoussac dunes are sand terraces deposited at the end of the last glaciation, when the sea covered the area and the land level was lower. Today they form a high sandy slope above the St. Lawrence, about 5 km from the village centre.
The Maison des Dunes, a former summer house, houses a small interpretation centre about dune formation, vegetation and the birds of prey that migrate along the coast in autumn. Trails lead to the top of the slope, from where you can see the river and, on clear days, the south shore.
The area is part of the Saguenay Fjord National Park. To protect vegetation, stay on marked trails. Check the centre’s season and the current schedule.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
From June to October; in September and October for the raptor migration.
How to get there
Access via rue des Pionniers and chemin du Moulin-à-Baude, about 5 km from Tadoussac centre.
Tip
Stay on the trails and away from the cliff edge: the sand is unstable.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Dunes of Tadoussac
How were Tadoussac's dunes formed?
They are sand terraces deposited at the end of the last glaciation, when the sea covered the area.
What is the distance from Tadoussac centre to the dunes?
About 5 km.
What is the Maison des Dunes?
A small national park interpretation centre about the dunes, vegetation and birds.