Timeline
15:49
Start your hike at Mont Sainte-Anne. The trailhead is the beginning of your ascent to the ridge.
16:09
Take the 1.8 km path past the trailhead via chemin de la Grotte. Turn left at chemin du Mont-Sainte-Anne and continue to the end. You will reach The Grotto, a lovely niche between Mont Sainte-Anne and Mont Blanc where a mountain stream forms a small waterfall.
16:34
Position yourself on the ridge of Mont Sainte-Anne. This historic site, once a pilgrimage destination for Mi'kmaq and Québécois devotees, offers the best vantage point. Face west to catch the sun dipping below the horizon.
17:04
After the light fades, walk back toward The Grotto. The waterfall and the niche between the mountains take on a quiet, twilight atmosphere as you retrace your steps.
Local tip
The sunset on 15 January occurs at 16:49 local time, with golden light beginning around 15:57. Arrive early to secure a good spot on the ridge, as this is a popular pilgrimage and hiking site.
Check before you go
- Check the route for trail conditions before hiking chemin de la Grotte.
- Wear sturdy footwear for the 1.8 km walk from the trailhead to The Grotto and the ridge.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Percé (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).