People and Culture

Mystical Magdalens: Islands of the Tides

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In the heart of the Gulf of St. Lawrence lies a remarkable archipelago: the Magdalen Islands. Ringed by endless sea and windswept dunes, these islands are as captivating as they are remote.

Part of the Canadian province of Quebec, the Magdalen Islands are a paradise of red sandstone cliffs, sandy beaches and close-knit communities. Yet beneath their beauty lies a turbulent maritime history. For centuries, treacherous waters claimed countless ships, earning the archipelago a fearsome reputation among sailors. Today, descendants of shipwreck survivors live alongside the French-speaking Acadians who have shaped the islands' culture for generations.


The archipelago is made up of a dozen islands. Seven are inhabited, and six are linked by Route 199, the single road that connects this small and resilient island world together.

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Programme Details

DURATION
2 x 60' / 2 x 45'
AVAILABLE IN
HD
ORIGINAL LANGUAGE
English
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
German