Trivia in Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Learn fascinating facts and trivia about this country

Americas / North America

National symbols

Flag: While the official flag is the French tricolor, a local flag featuring coats of arms from Normandy, Brittany, Basque Country and a cod fish is widely used.

Saint Pierre and Miquelon Flag

Emblem: A shield-shaped coat of arms with an anchor and cod in the center, featuring the coats of arms of three settlement regions (Normandy, Brittany, Basque Country) at the top.

Saint Pierre and Miquelon Emblem

Trivia & facts

  • The only region in North America where the Euro circulates.
  • Postal codes are 97500 (Saint-Pierre) and 97501 (Miquelon).
  • 'Villa Cutty Sark' built from whiskey crates from the smuggling era remains.
  • Cars drive on the right side with speed limits in kilometers, gasoline prices per liter.
  • The highest peak, Grande Montagne, is only 240 meters elevation.
  • Cell phone frequencies use North American standards, potentially incompatible with mainland devices.
  • A birdwatching hidden gem with specialized tours from Europe.
  • Healthcare is covered by social security, same as mainland France.
  • Daylight saving time is not observed.
  • Local license plates bear the department number 975.

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