Trois-Pistoles

Trois-Pistoles is a town situated on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River in the Les Basques region. The settlement spreads along the riverbank and inland, featuring residential areas and community spaces that serve both local residents and visitors.

The town received official recognition as an administrative entity in the early twentieth century, though settlement in the area began much earlier. The community developed gradually along the river, shaped by resource industries and river transport that were central to regional life.

A French-language university program based here draws students from across the region to study and live in the town. You notice the student presence in cafes and along the streets, where young people interact with longtime residents.

The town is accessible by road through two main routes that connect to nearby areas and larger regional centers. Train service also links the community to other cities across the province and beyond, offering alternatives to driving.

The town's name comes from a silver goblet lost in the river centuries ago during the colonial period. This story remains part of local identity and is something residents mention when explaining the community's origins.

Location: Les Basques

Inception: March 9, 1916

Shares border with: Notre-Dame-des-Neiges

Website: http://ville-trois-pistoles.ca

GPS coordinates: 48.11667,-69.18333

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40