Ferry

Traverse de L'Île-Verte (STQ)

Establishment assessed on

Accessibility rating
Accessible
Good to know
  • Crew members may offer assistance during boarding and/or while moving around the ship.
  • It is essential to check in before boarding and inform the dock attendants of your needs. Checking in does not guarantee priority boarding.
Crossing to Île-Verte - NM Peter-Fraser
Crossing to Île-Verte - NM Peter-Fraser
NM Peter-Fraser - Access to the Isle-Verte River Station
NM Peter-Fraser - Access to the Isle-Verte River Station
NM Peter-Fraser - Access to the Notre-dame-des-Septs-Douleurs River Station
NM Peter-Fraser - Access to the Notre-dame-des-Septs-Douleurs River Station
NM Peter-Fraser - Vehicle Deck
NM Peter-Fraser - Vehicle Deck
NM Peter-Fraser - Observation Deck
NM Peter-Fraser - Observation Deck
NM Peter-Fraser - Access to the indoor lounge
NM Peter-Fraser - Access to the indoor lounge
NM Peter-Fraser - Passenger Lounge
NM Peter-Fraser - Passenger Lounge
NM Peter-Fraser - Restroom
NM Peter-Fraser - Restroom
NM Peter-Fraser - Restroom
NM Peter-Fraser - Restroom
Archipel Relief Boat - Gangway
Archipel Relief Boat - Gangway
Archipel Relief Boat - Floating Dock
Archipel Relief Boat - Floating Dock
Archipel Relief Boat - Boarding
Archipel Relief Boat - Boarding
Archipel Relief Boat - Interior
Archipel Relief Boat - Interior
Gare fluviale Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs - Espace de stationnement réservé
Gare fluviale Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs - Espace de stationnement réservé
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Access Ramp
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Access Ramp
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Entrance
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Entrance
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Information Desk
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Information Desk
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Exhibition Hall
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Exhibition Hall
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Exhibition Hall
Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs River Terminal - Exhibition Hall
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Reserved Parking Area
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Reserved Parking Area
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Access ramp
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Access ramp
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Entrance
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Entrance
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Desk
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Desk
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Restroom
Isle-Verte River Terminal - Restroom

Establishment details

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : paving stone

Parking-Information

  • Number of reserved spaces for people with disabilities : 1

Reserved parking

  • Reserved space identification : ground marking

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : wood

Access ramp

  • Slope(%) : 5

Access Ramp-Threshold

  • Level difference at the top (cm) : 3

Access ramp-Handrails

  • Presence of handrails : on one side

Door

  • Manual door-Required effort : low effort
  • Clear width (cm) : 80

Interior surface

  • Surface type : ceramic

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 170
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 170

Counter

  • Surface height (cm) : 86
  • Clearance available : no

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 150

Door

  • Clear width (cm) : 80

Toilet

  • Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 90

Toilet-Grab bar (side)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Toilet-Grab bar (back)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : asphalt

Parking-Information

  • Number of reserved spaces for people with disabilities : 1

Reserved parking

  • Entrance distance : near entrance
  • Reserved space identification : ground marking

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : large gravel

Access ramp

  • Slope(%) : 5

Access ramp-Handrails

  • Presence of handrails : on both sides

Door

  • Clear width (cm) : 80

Interior surface

  • Surface type : linoleum or parquet

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 170
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 170

Additional Information

Presence of an accessible counter with clear space around it

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 110
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 110

Door

  • Door swing direction : indoor
  • Clear width (cm) : 80

Toilet

  • Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 87

Toilet-Grab bar (side)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Toilet-Grab bar (back)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : metal

Parking-Information

  • Number of reserved spaces for people with disabilities : 0

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 120
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 150

Door

  • Manual door-Required effort : high effort
  • Clear width (cm) : 77

Toilet

  • Transfer zone-Width (cm) : 45

Toilet-Grab bar (side)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Toilet-Grab bar (back)

  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Additional Information

Option to transfer straight or at an angle

Crossing

  • Safety instructions : audio

Access to decks

  • Pedestrian access to vehicle deck : gangway
  • Pedestrian access to observation deck : stairs

Additional Information

Pedestrian access to the ship is via the same gangway used by vehicles. The slope of the gangway varies with the tides.
From the vehicle deck, access to the indoor passenger lounge and restroom is via a beveled threshold and a door equipped with an automatic opening mechanism.

Deck

  • Presence of an obstacle-free circulation corridor leading to entrances : no

Additional Information

The Archipel shuttle boat is a small vessel that can carry up to 10 passengers.
Boarding the Archipel involves several obstacles:
- descending a steep, sloped gangway with thresholds;
- walking across a wobbly floating dock with no railings;
- boarding over a threshold or steps;
- no room to maneuver inside the boat;
- a very noisy engine.

Description

Hop aboard the ferry and let yourself be enchanted by the scenery along the St. Lawrence River! Enjoy a 7-kilometer crossing to Île Verte, a true haven of peace in the heart of the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Discover its maritime scenery, panoramic views of the Charlevoix Mountains, and rich heritage—including the oldest lighthouse on the St. Lawrence River. It’s the perfect getaway to explore the island at the pace of the tides and island life.

Contact details

70, rue Du Quai, L'Isle-Verte, Québec

418 898 2843 /

stq@traversiers.gouv.qc.ca

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