La Cité de l’Or
La Cité de l’Or brings you right into the heart of the operation of a gold mine and allows you to visit a listed historic mining village that is still inhabited today. Proposed activities include a rewarding GPS Rally, an interpretation circuit of the mining village Bourlamaque, a tour of the five buildings of the former Lamaque mine and a descent of 300 feet underground in the galleries of a real mine!
Refuge Pageau
A visit to Refuge Pageau will let you meet the great animals of the Abitibi forests such as moose, bears, wolves, lynx and different types of birds. You will also get to meet Michel Pageau and his family, hear his story and the animals’ story told by their passionate guides.
Mineralogical Museum of Abitibi-Témiscamingue
The Mineralogical Museum of Abitibi-Témiscamingue will show you the world of mineral exploration and producing mines in the Abitibi region and you will be able to learn about the properties and characteristics of minerals. This year, enjoy the experience of a simulated earthquake and see the interactive exhibition on the regional and international geology.
Centre thématique fossilifère du lac Témiscamingue
At the Centre thématique fossilifère du lac Témiscamingue you will discover the formation of fossils and the geology of the Tésmiscamingue region through fossils and they will also introduce you to the geology and wildlife through their nature trails, observations trails and temporary exhibitions. The center also offers workshops for children and tours allowing you to keep some fossils as a souvenir!
National Historic Site of Fort Témiscamingue
The National Historic Site of Fort Témiscamingue is located on the shores of majestic Lake Témiscamingue, far from civilization. On site, you can find the Fort of Témiscamingue Obadjiwan which was once an important trading post. Come enjoy a cultural experience in harmony with nature in this place where memory, meeting and exchange take all their meaning.
