Saint-Pierre

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Saint Pierre is an island and the capital of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon.

Saint-Pierre Halal Travel Guide

Saint-Pierre_harbor - Saint-Pierre harbour Although it is much smaller than Miquelon, it is much more heavily populated (about 5,500). The residents are primarily of Basque, Breton, Normand and Acadian legacy.

There are several small islands near the main island, including L'Île-aux-Marins ("Island of the Sailors"), which used to be inhabited.

Travel to Saint-Pierre

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. - 46.781|-56.1745

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Saint-Pierre

  • Saint-Pierre Airport - Aéroport de Saint-Pierre IATA Code: FSP 46.763056, -56.174167 - Saint-Pierre Airport LFVP - is a small airport.

Air Saint-Pierre operates regularly scheduled Flights from Miquelon and these Canadian cities: St. John's|St. John's (Newfoundland), Montraal|Montréal (Québec), Halifax (Nova Scotia).

By ferry

St. Pierre Ferry operates the Arethusa ferry which provides seasonal ferry service between Saint-Pierre and Fortune, Newfoundland. The ferry operates from late April until mid September. Daily departures are available in July and August. The ferry takes roughly 90 minutes, depending on weather conditions.

How to get around in Saint-Pierre

What to see in Saint-Pierre

StPierre003 - |Saint-Pierre town as seen from an aircraft

  • Pointe aux Canons Lighthouse - Le phare | Harbour 46.7814, -56.1661 free A navigational beacon for ships large and small, this automated lighthouse is not open to the general public but is located at the end of an accessible jetty for picture-takers and scenic drawing. When at the lighthouse, look for the upright cannon which dates back to the Crimean War. A
  • Pointe aux Canons Battery Harbour 46.7813, -56.1688 free 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 defended the Saint-Pierre & Miquelon islands during the British raids of 1690-1713.
  • La Poste de Saint-Pierre - Saint-Pierre Post Office | Place du Général de Gaulle 46.7791, -56.1721 free The Alsatian style of architecture was brought to Saint-Pierre in the early decades of the 20th century. Shaped like a praying monk and the Saint-Pierre Post Office clock tower looks over the General de Gaulle square.
  • Cimetière Saint-Pierre - Saint-Pierre Cemetery - Avenue du Commandant Roger Birot 46.7755, -56.1831 free This is Saint-Pierre's fourth cemetery. Located on a gentle slope, thousands of monuments are built above ground in a style unique in North America. The cemetery is open at all times.
  • Les Salines - fishing stations | Harbour 46.7823, -56.1687 free Mes Salines fishing stations were built by the Saint-Pierre & Miquelon Government and once housed salt, salted fish and fishing gear. Today and they are used to store artisanal fishing gear. Les Salines are a colourful legacy of the old fishing culture and economic life.
  • Fronton Zazpiak Bat 46.7830, -56.1736 - Constructed in 1906 and the Fronton (court)|fronton Zazpiak Bat is a court for playing the traditional Basque sport of Basque pelota|pelota. Many residents of Saint-Pierre are of Basque descent.
  • Cathédrale de Saint-Pierre 46.7811, -56.1722 - St. Pierre Gothic Church, Saint-Pierre Gothic Church in Street Pierre - This former cathedral was rebuilt in a Basque style between 1905-1907, after a major fire which started at the old 1852-era cathedral destroyed much of the town in 1902 . The church tower was rebuilt in 1975 using Alsace sandstone and rhyolite from the island. A change to Catholic diocese boundaries (in which the former Apostolic Vicariate of Îles Saint-Pierre et Miquelon was merged to faraway La Rochelle, France) lost this church its status as a cathedral in March 2018.
  • Le Plaza Joffre - Monument Marins Disparus

| Rue Borda & Place du Lieutenant Colonel Pigeaud 46.7803, -56.1712 1 block south of the cathedral near the harbour - This small, attractive park contains a granite monument erected in 1964 to honour seamen lost at sea (à nos marins disparus).

  • La communauté des soeurs de Street Joseph de Cluny - convent

| 46.7819, -56.1726 - Until 1998 and the convent's nuns performed nursing and teaching in Saint-Pierre. The convent was built 2004 replacing an earlier structure demolished in 2001.

  • La Forge Bailly - maritime foundary

| Rue Saint-Jean & Rue du Commerce 46.7785, -56.1751 - This maritime foundary was built in 1879 using French techniques from the Middle Ages.

  • Le Calvaire - cross

| Rue du Calvaire 46.7789, -56.1796near Rue Beaussant & Rue des Miquelonnais - Mocal artisans carved a large wooden cross with the body of Christ. It was placed on a hill in a small park. There are panaramic views from the park. Ideally, you should approach via Rue Colbert as the cross faces that street.

  • Le Fort Lorraine | Rue du Calvaire & Rue Beaussant 46.7783, -56.1799at Southwest corner of Le Calvaire - Fort Lorraine was an observation post constructed by the Free French forces after they captured the archipeligo from the Vichy governmnent in 1941. This park offers panaramic views.
  • Le Monument aux Morts - war memorial

| Rue Amiral Muselier 46.7775, -56.1781behind Musée de l'Arche - Monument to soldiers from Saint-Pierre who died in Word War I and II. Across the street on the south side behind Musée de l'Arche there a Croix de Lorraine|Croix de Lorraine with a plaque inscribed with a speach by Charles de Gaulle.

  • Débarcadère croisière - Cruise ship wharf

| N1 46.7942, -56.1590About 2 kilometers NE of the post office - The cruise dock is more interesting if a ship is docked there. A greeting is painted on the wharf facing the ship saying Bienvenue en France! (Welcome to France!).

  • Waterfall from Etang Thélot | N1 46.7916, -56.1645About 2 kilometers NE of the post office - This roadside waterfall is where a creek flows from a pond (Etang Thélot) into the sea.
  • Zone portuaire - Container ship wharf

| N1 46.7860, -56.1642 - While you cannot enter the port zone, from the coastal road N1 you can see any container ship that may be docked at the container wharf. The facility accommodates only one container ship at a time.

  • Cap à Brossard | 46.7657, -56.2411at the western end of Route de la Cléopâtre At Cap à Brossard one can see waves crashing against a rocky shore. Houses line Route de la Cléopâtre from the town of Saint-Pierre.
  • Residential streets - The many residential streets in town are lined with colourfully painted wooden houses. Most of these houses have a distinctive characteristic called a tambour which is a room about the size of a telephone booth to shelter persons at the house entrance. Generally and these tambours are built on the narrow public sidewalk forcing pedestrians to walk on the road. These booths are called tambours (literally drums) because when one knocks on the door within the tambour and there is a drum-like acoustic effect.

Best things to do in Saint-Pierre

  • Musée Héritage - Rue Maitre Georges Lefèvre 46.7796, -56.1730 ☎ +508 41 58 88 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 14:00 - 18:00, Saturday 10:00 - 12:00, 14:00 - 17:00 €7 - Saint-Pierre's newest museum has many religious and medical artifacts from the 19th and 20th centuries. A wonderful exhibit on Prohibition is also highly recommended. Musée Héritage is privately owned and operated.
  • Musée de l'Arche - Rue du 11 Novembre 46.7770, -56.1773 ☎ +508 41 04 35 | Opening Hours: Summer season: 10:00 - 12:00, 13:30 - 17:00 €7 The State Museum is operated by the local government of Saint-Pierre & Miquelon and houses the islands archives. Temporary and permanents exhibits showcase the islands' history and culture. Among the many items on display, is the famous guillotine used during the 1889 execution (The Néel Affair - Inspiration for the Widow of Street Pierre).
  • Musée Archipélitude - Ile Aux Marins 46.7846, -56.1499 ☎ +508 41 25 76 | Opening Hours: May-June: Tuesday Wednesday to Friday-Su 10:00 - 17:30; July-October: daily 09:00 - 17:30 €5 - Mocated on the island of Île-aux-Marins, this museum contains a unique collection related to life on the islands and the fishing industry.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Saint-Pierre

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, and this also pertains to the post office and the tourist office.

Halal Restaurants in Saint-Pierre

There are few restaurants in Saint-Pierre. It is strongly encouraged that you make reservations for supper time. Any hotel/B&B or the tourism office can assist you in making reservations.

  • Le Feu de Braise - 14, Rue Albert Briand 46.7802, -56.1734 ☎ +508 41 91 60 Traditional French cuisine, a large variety of dishes and Pizzas, take-out food.
  • Quatre Temps | 14, Rue du Temple ☎ +508 41 43 01
  • Pizzeria Chez Alain - Rue du Fort Lorraine 46.7779, -56.1821 ☎ +508 41 27 28
  • Le Skréo - 4 Rue Ducouédic ☎ +508 41 77 50 | Opening Hours: W-M Fried Chicken, salads, hamburgers, seafood, American sandwiches, take-out food.
  • Les Délices de Joséphine - 10 Rue du Général Leclerc 46.7805, -56.1724 ☎ +508 41 20 27 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 11:30-18:00; closed: October - April €12-20 - French tea room offering pastries and light meals, part of "Nuits St. Pierre" four-room boutique hotel.
  • La Ruche - 5 Rue Marcel Bonin 46.7805, -56.1757☎ +508 41 40 31 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 07:30-11:30, 13:15pm-17:30; Sunday 09:00-12:00, 14:00-16:30 Price €5 - Bakery and tea room.
  • Crêperie Restaurant du Vieux Port - 10 Rue du 11 Novembre 46.7781, -56.1747☎ +508 41 27 00 Opening Hours: Winter: 12:00-13:30, 19:00-21:30; summer: 07:00-22:00 Price €6-25 - Breton crepes, French cuisine and burgers.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Saint-Pierre

Saint-Pierre - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Saint-Pierre, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Saint-Pierre. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Saint-Pierre and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Saint-Pierre. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Saint-Pierre. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inSaint-Pierre: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Saint-Pierre.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Saint-Pierre: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Saint-Pierre, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Saint-Pierre.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Saint-Pierre, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Saint-Pierre, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Saint-Pierre and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Saint-Pierre, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Saint-Pierre, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Saint-Pierre without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Saint-Pierre is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Saint-Pierre.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

  • Auberge Quatre Temps - 14, Rue du Temple 46.7860, -56.1744 ☎ +508 41 43 01 - from €84 in summer - 6 rooms, 2 studios, breakfast.
  • Auberge Saint-Pierre - /home/ 16, Rue Georges Daguerre 46.7854, -56.1741 ☎ +508 41 40 86 - From €88 (winter) or €136 (summer) - 10 rooms.
  • Hôtel Robert - 10 Rue du 11 Novembre 46.7782, -56.1746 ☎ +508 41 24 19 +1-800-563-2006 from €80 43 rooms.
  • Residence Appart - Hôtel les Iris - 11 bis, Rue Albert Briand 46.7799, -56.1740 ☎ +508 41 17 00 - from €100 - 12 apartments and 2 rooms.

B&B

  • Pension Bernard & Josette Dodeman - 15, Rue Paul Bert ☎ +508 41 30 60 - from €65 - 3 rooms.
  • Chez Hélène - 15, Rue Beaussant ☎ +508 41 31 08 - from €45 - 9 rooms.
  • Motel Rode | 27, Rue Beaussant ☎ +508 41 37 47 - from €110 Apartments. This establishment is not mentioned on the tourist office site, but the owner is still listed in the local telephone book as of June 2017. The price shown here might not be up-to-date.
  • Pension Roland Vigneau - 12, Rue des Basques ☎ +508 41 38 67 - from €65 6 rooms.

External links

  • Telephone directory for Saint-Pierre et Miquelon in French.

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