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3160x4074px / 2.63 Mb Go to Map. About Saint-Pierre City. The Facts: Island: Saint-Pierre Island. Commune: Saint-Pierre. Population: ~ 5,500. Last Updated: October 16, 2023. Europe Map. Asia Map. Africa Map. North America Map. South America Map. Oceania Map. Popular Maps. Australia Map. Canada Map. China Map. France Map. Germany Map. Italy Map.
A little bit of history. Long before the arrival of Europeans, the islands of the St. Pierre and Miquelon archipelago had been inhabited by Amerindian and Paleo Eskimo populations. These groups have successively occupied the region of Newfoundland and Labrador since 3000 BC and were gradually driven out by Europeans starting in the 15th century ...
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Although it is much smaller than Miquelon, it is much more heavily populated (about 5,400 in 2017). The residents are primarily of Basque, Breton, Normand and Acadian heritage. There are several small islands near the main island, including L'Île-aux-Marins("Island of the Sailors"), which used to be inhabited.
There are two principal methods of getting to Saint-Pierre: ferry or flight. Everyone arriving in Saint-Pierre must pass through Customs. Passports are required for all travellers.
46.7814-56.16611 Pointe aux Canons Lighthouse (Le phare), Harbour. A navigational beacon for ships large and small, this automated lighthouse is not open to the general public but is located at the...46.7813-56.16882 Pointe aux Canons Battery, Harbour. The Pointe aux Canons Battery (consisting of 5 cannons) is located just before the jetty to the lighthouse on the site of a much older fort that...46.7791-56.17213 La Poste de Saint-Pierre (Saint-Pierre Post Office), Place du Général de Gaulle. The Alsatian style of architecture was brought to Saint-Pierre in the early decades of the 20th cen...46.7755-56.18314 Cimetière Saint-Pierre (Saint-Pierre Cemetery), Avenue du Commandant Roger Birot. This is Saint-Pierre's fourth cemetery. Located on a gentle slope, thousands of monuments are buil...46.7796-56.1731 Musée Héritage, rue Maitre Georges Lefèvre, ☏ +508 41 58 88. M-F 14:00 - 18:00, Sa 10:00 - 12:00, 14:00 - 17:00. Saint-Pierre's newest museum has many religious and medical artifact...46.777-56.17732 Musée de l'Arche, rue du 11 Novembre, ☏ +508 41 04 35. Summer season: 10:00 - 12:00, 13:30 - 17:00. The State Museum is operated by the local government of Saint-Pierre & Miquelon a...46.7846-56.14993 Musée Archipélitude, Ile Aux Marins, ☏ +508 41 25 76. May-June: Tu W F-Su 10:00 - 17:30; July-October: daily 09:00 - 17:30. Located on the island of Île-aux-Marins, this museum con...There are several shops along or near the south ends of Rue du Maréchal Foch and Rue Maître Georges Lefèvre. However, not all shops in Saint-Pierre are clustered at this location. Sometimes a shop is located inconspicuously away from the centre of town. Shops tend to close for lunch at mid-day (typically 12:00-13:30), and this also pertains to the ...
There are few restaurants in Saint-Pierre. It is stronglyencouraged that you make reservations for supper time. Any hotel/B&B or the tourism office can assist you in making reservations. 1. 46.7802-56.17341 Le Feu de Braise, 14, rue Albert Briand, ☏ +508 41 91 60, cia.sarl@wanadoo.fr. Traditional French cuisine, a large variety of dishes and pizzas...
46.786-56.17441 Auberge Quatre Temps, 14, rue du Temple, ☏ +508 41 43 01, contact@quatretemps.com. 6 rooms, 2 studios, breakfast. from €84 in summer.(updated Jun 2017)46.7854-56.17412 Auberge Saint-Pierre, 16, rue Georges Daguerre, ☏ +508 41 40 86, bernard.arrossamena@cheznoo.net. 10 rooms. From €88 (winter) or €136 (summer).(updated Jun 2017)46.7782-56.17463 Hôtel Robert, 10 rue du 11 Novembre, ☏ +508 41 24 19, toll-free: +1-800-563-2006, neptune@cheznoo.net. 43 rooms. from €80.46.7799-56.1744 Residence Appart - Hôtel les Iris, 11 bis, rue Albert Briand, ☏ +508 41 17 00, joelle@touringspm.fr. 12 apartments and 2 rooms. from €100.(updated Jun 2017)Aug 12, 2023 · A vacation in Europe is closer to home than you might think. Just off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador is Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, a fascinating little island that is actually part of France. Saint-Pierre and Miquelon is the last remaining French territory in North America.
- L’Anse à Henry. L’Anse à Henry is located north of Saint-Pierre, one of the archipelago’s main islands. This natural site is steeped in history. As evidenced by the 5,000-year-old material remains found on site, the place was occupied by Amerindian and Paleo-American civilizations.
- The Pointe aux Canons lighthouse. The Pointe aux Canons lighthouse in the port of Saint-Pierre is a must on the island. You will not be able to miss it if you arrive by sea.
- The salt pans. Are you an avid photographer? Don’t miss the salt pans of Saint-Pierre if you plan to visit Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon! Initially, these small colorful fishermen’s huts were used to preserve salt and salted fish and store fishing gear.
- The city of Saint-Pierre. The capital of Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, Saint-Pierre, is home to nearly 90% of the archipelago population. The small town is surrounded by nature with streets and alleys adorned with cheerfully colored wooden houses.
Oct 4, 2023 · Large Detailed Map of Saint Pierre City Click to see large Description: This map shows streets, houses, buildings, cafes, bars, restaurants, hotels, monuments, parking lots, shops, churches, points of interest and parks in Saint Pierre City.
1204 Genève. Advertisement. Due to its multicultural character, Geneva is often called the smallest metropolis. It has a lively Old Town with wine taverns, art galleries and antique dealers. The Cathedral of Saint Pierre sits on the peak of the hill on which the Old Town is located.
