Prince Edward Island is small by Canadian standards, but big enough to accommodate a new 700 kilometer long course. The Chemin de l’île is divided into 32 sections suitable for all types of hikers and even cyclists. In this haven of peace and far from the chaos, discover the smallest province of Canada.
Prince Edward Island is located in southeastern Canada, in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The island is part, with New Brunswick, Labrador, Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, of the Atlantic provinces. The landscape is not mountainous like in western Canada, but rather hilly, making it an excellent area for all types of hikers. The 700 km long Island Walk has just been opened and covers the whole island.
This trek skirts some of the finest sandy beaches in North America, red rock coastlines, quaint fishing villages like Tyne Valley, Victoria-by-the-Sea and Montague.
But also passes through the shimmering landscapes inside and made of hilly meadows, forests, and marshes that can be crossed thanks to wooden footbridges.
The way to the island also passes through Prince Edward National Park, past many lighthouses (the island has 63) and through the two largest cities on the island: Charlottetown and Summerside.
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The island walk is divided into 32 sections of 20 to 30 kilometers per day. You spend the night in hotels and guesthouses.
They can organize the transport of your luggage from one accommodation to another. They can also prepare lunches that you can take with you. You can also do the route by bike. The best time to start it is between May and October.
the site of the path of the island described in French each section of the hike and gives you advice on places to visit or where it is possible to sustain yourself along the way. It also lets you know the latest news and provides many other interesting information about the island and hiking.
About Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island is at the same elevation as southern France, has an area of 5620 square kilometers, has a population of approximately 156,000, and is 3 to 6 kilometers wide.
Its climate is temperate and maritime, with approximately 890 mm of rain and 290 mm of snow per year. Average temperatures are between -7 degrees in January and 19 degrees in July.
The island is named after British Prince Edward, the father of Queen Victoria. You may also know the island from Anne of Green Gables, the famous book by PEI-born writer Maude Montgommery.
Prince Edward Island is located in southeastern Canada, in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The island is part, with New Brunswick, Labrador, Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, of the Atlantic provinces. The landscape is not mountainous like in western Canada, but rather hilly, making it an excellent area for all types of hikers. The 700 km long Island Walk has just been opened and covers the whole island. This trek runs along some of the most beautiful sandy beaches in North America, red rock coasts, picturesque fishing villages like Tyne Valley , Victoria-by-the-Sea and Montague. But also passes through the shimmering landscapes inside and made of hilly meadows, forests, and marshes that can be crossed thanks to wooden footbridges. The Island Trail also passes through Prince Edward National Park, past many lighthouses (the island has 63) and through the two largest towns on the island: Charlottetown and Summerside. island is divided into 32 sections of 20 to 30 kilometers per day. You spend the night in hotels and guesthouses. They can organize the transport of your luggage from one accommodation to another. They can also prepare lunches that you can take with you. You can also do the route by bike. The best time to start it is between May and October. The island path website describes in French each section of the hike and gives you advice on places to visit or where it is possible to eat along the way. It also allows you to know the latest news and provides many other interesting information on the island and hiking.Prince Edward Island is at the same altitude as the south of France, has an area of 5620 square kilometers, has about 156,000 inhabitants and is 3 to 6 kilometers wide. Its climate is temperate and maritime, with approximately 890 mm of rain and 290 mm of snow per year. Average temperatures range between -7 degrees in January and 19 degrees in July. The island is named after Britain’s Prince Edward, Queen Victoria’s father. You may also know the island from Anne of Green Gables, the famous book by PEI-born writer Maude Montgommery.
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