Dune du Sud and Cap Alright Lighthouse

Havre-aux-Maisons Island is frequently cited as one of the most beautiful in the Magdalen Islands, captivating visitors with its traditional homes in vibrant colours, lush rolling hills, and winding roads that offer a picturesque contrast to the more dramatic terrain found elsewhere in the archipelago. Dune du Sud beach is arguably the island's most iconic natural attraction, its spectacular red sandstone cliffs, sculpted by centuries of marine erosion, form caves that visitors can explore directly at low tide, creating a geological adventure accessible to all ages. Cap Alright lighthouse offers spectacular panoramic views encompassing both the red cliffs and the surrounding dune, making it one of the most sought-after vantage points for photographers visiting the archipelago, particularly prized at sunset when the golden light accentuates the vibrant hues of the distinctive red sandstone that characterizes this portion of the islands. Havre-aux-Maisons Island is also home to the archipelago's only airport, making this community one of the preferred entry points for visitors choosing to fly rather than take the ferry, in addition to hosting several artisanal heritage museums including Fumoir d'Antan, dedicated to the traditional smoking techniques for seafood products that long defined the archipelago's food economy.