Sites and attractions
Here are some of our tourist attractions. If you would like a complete list of activities that Saguenay has to offer, consult these headings.
The Little White House
Address
Chicoutimi, in the sector of the Basin and on Bossé street.Tourist information office
Tel. : 418 698-3167
Tel. : 418 549-6600
Toll free : 1-800-463-6565
www.petitemaisonblanche.com 
info.petitemaisonblanche@yahoo.com
A worthy symbol of solidarity and solidity, The Little White House remains one of our most popular tourist attractions among visitors.
A theme park and a water fall is set there to remind us of the 1996 floods! Visit the house and discover its history before and after the
terrible events. Don't miss visiting Place du Presbytère in the sector of Parc du Bassin to see the interesting exposition about the flood
and the tragic landslide of Saint-Jean-Vianney in 1971.
Schedule :
Opening hours: everyday from the mid-June to September 6, from 8 am to 9 pm.
From September 6 to October 11, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Schedule :
Opening hours: everyday from the mid-June to September 6, from 8 am to 9 pm.
From September 6 to October 11, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Village de la Sécurité
Address
200, rue PinelBureau d'information touristique
Chicoutimi (secteur nord)
Tel. : 418 545-6925
Toll free : 1-888-595-6925
www.zoneportuaire.comvillagesecurite@qc.aira.com
Family oriented, this recreational tourist site is accented on everyday security notions. Miniature cars, collision simulations and incidences,
ho the young react facing the unknown, activities on safety connected to electricity, a 30m observation tower, mini-putt, miniature car ride!
Several innovations! A fun experience!
Schedule :
Summer 2010 : From June 28 to August 27 : 9h30 AM to 5h30 PM (please note that in case of rainy weather, the site could close earlier, please contact first the ticket booth for more information).
Winter schedule for the snowmobiling relay station : every day from noon to 9 :00 PM (without supervision). Ring of ice (skating), every day from 1 :00 PM to 4 :00 PM and from 6 :00 PM to 9 :00 PM (without supervision).
Schedule :
Summer 2010 : From June 28 to August 27 : 9h30 AM to 5h30 PM (please note that in case of rainy weather, the site could close earlier, please contact first the ticket booth for more information).
Winter schedule for the snowmobiling relay station : every day from noon to 9 :00 PM (without supervision). Ring of ice (skating), every day from 1 :00 PM to 4 :00 PM and from 6 :00 PM to 9 :00 PM (without supervision).
Zone portuaire - Harbour
In the heart of down town. the old Port of Chicoutimi is the place to meet. Discover the remarkable works of our local artists, Desjardins
gardens. Outdoor shows and animation, public market, bycicle riding, children games, picnic tables, pond, water basin and fountain, skateboard
park, petanque park, restaurants, ice cream parlour and a terrace with a view on the saguenay river. Consult the calendar for shows.
Schedule : starting May till eptember every day. The public maarket and the Desjardins gardens June to September.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Schedule : starting May till eptember every day. The public maarket and the Desjardins gardens June to September.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Shipshaw's Aluminium bridge
Address
On du Pont road, near Shipshaw's power plant.
Representing our industrial heritage, this bridge was the first in the world to be made of aluminium alloy. Its weight corresponds to a third
of a steel bridge of the same size. Inaugurated in 1950 by Maurice Duplessis, it was declared «civil engineering national historical site» in 2008
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Passe migratoire et observatoire à saumons de la Rivière-à-Mars
Address
3232, chemin Saint-LouisLa Baie
Tel. : 418 697-5093
www.riviereamars.qc.caapsrm@royaume.com
Au In the heart of the town, come see the salmon in its natural habitat thanks to the observatory which was arranged below the river level.
An enriching experience for the whole family!
Schedule :
From June 15 to June 23rd: open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM
From June 24th to August 15: open daily from 8 AM to 8 PM
From June 16 to September 15: open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM
Schedule :
From June 15 to June 23rd: open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM
From June 24th to August 15: open daily from 8 AM to 8 PM
From June 16 to September 15: open daily from 8 AM to 5 PM
La Pyramide des Ha ! Ha !
Address
Parc des Ha ! Ha !rue Mgr Dufour
La Baie
Tel. : 418 698-3167
Toll free : 1-800-463-6565
www.restaurationdaa.com
Discover the strange reflecting aluminium pyramid in the ha! Ha! Park! Conceptualized by the artist Jean-Jules Soucy, the monument was
carried out by citizens to commemorate the flodds of 1996.
Schedule : All through the summer, there are presentations of shows and diverse animations. See calendar of events for schedule.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Schedule : All through the summer, there are presentations of shows and diverse animations. See calendar of events for schedule.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Site de la Nouvelle-France
Address
370, du Vieux-CheminSaint-Félix-d'Otis
Tel. : 418 544-8027
Toll free : 1-888-666-8027 Fax : 418 544-9122
www.sitenouvellefrance.cominfo@sitenouvellefrance.com
From a Huron village and the Cent Associés farm to Québec City's High and Low Towns, you will be instantly transported to life in the
17th Century and the beginning of colonization through the guided tour highlighted with colorful historical figures. In these amazing
settings you will completly immersed in the world of New France.
Equestrian Show TERRA, HORSES of THE NEW WORLD : An equestrian show recounting the history of the Canadian horse. The equestrian arts at their finest with the professional troupe La Luna Caballera!
N.B. Restaurants also available on the site.
Schedule :
From June to September. Hours to be determined.
Equestrian show at 11 AM. Average length of the show: 60 minutes. Ask about our packages: show-visit-meal or cruise-visit !
Equestrian Show TERRA, HORSES of THE NEW WORLD : An equestrian show recounting the history of the Canadian horse. The equestrian arts at their finest with the professional troupe La Luna Caballera!
N.B. Restaurants also available on the site.
Schedule :
From June to September. Hours to be determined.
Equestrian show at 11 AM. Average length of the show: 60 minutes. Ask about our packages: show-visit-meal or cruise-visit !
International exhibition of Christmas Mangers
Address
418, rue PrincipaleRivière-Éternité
(In the church basement of Rivière-Éternité)
Tel. : 418 272-2807 ou 272-2414
Toll free : 1-800-463-6565
www.creches.qc.ca
In summer as in winter, Rivière-Éternité invites you to its international exhibition of Christmas Mangers. A reflection of our culture,
the collection is composed of unique pieces created by artists and craftsmen of Québec, as well as 55 other countries in the winter season.
In the center of the village, admire the mangers perched on the mountain, and eleven other mangers exposed at the Parc Municipal des Artists
all year. In the winter, feel the magic of Christmas with the 150 crèches that illuminate the entire village.
Schedule :
Summer schedule : From July 5 to August 29: open daily from 8h30 AM to 4h30 PM
Winter schedule : From December 4th to January 16, 2011: open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM
Schedule :
Summer schedule : From July 5 to August 29: open daily from 8h30 AM to 4h30 PM
Winter schedule : From December 4th to January 16, 2011: open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM
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Pont Couvert Louis-Gravel
Address
Located on du Vieux-Pont StreetSacré-Coeur
Construction A typical construction from the beginning of the century, this bridge gave access, in 1934, to the first village of "Bay Mill"
and to the fishing club "Ste-Marguaret's Salmon Club". In spite of its 60 years of existence, its structure of spruce and cedar remains in very
good state.
Pont du Faubourg
Address
Located on Chemin Saint-Thomas Nord.L'Anse-Saint-Jean
Built in 1929 by Laurent Bouchard, famous local builder of olden times, Anse-Saint-Jean's covered bridge is unique in Quebec with its low dry
stone walls. Besides, it proudly illustrated the Canadian $1000 bill for as long as it circulated. This one hundred tons structure, overlooking
magnificent rivière Saint-Jean sits harmoniously in most inspiring rural scenery.
Parc de la Rivière-aux-Sables
Address
2230, rue de la Rivière-aux-SablesJonquière
Tel. : 418 698-3000 poste 4243
Au Ideal playgroud and entertainment area, this park located on the Rivière-aux-Sables shore is an auspicious place to hike or cycle, thanks to its
spectacular aluminium-built footbridge. Browse into the Halles, a public market brimming with local products which will enhance your picnics!
Enjoy this magnificent great park in order to rejuvenate yourself and make the most of the season!
Schedule :
Yearlong around the clock and access is free. The Halles are open daily from mid-June to October 11 from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Schedule :
Yearlong around the clock and access is free. The Halles are open daily from mid-June to October 11 from 9 AM to 5 PM.
Hop-on / hop-off Tourist bus
Pont du Lac Ha ! Ha !
Address
Located on old road 381.Ferland-et-Boilleau
Guardian of our cultural patrimony, Lac Ha! Ha! covered bridge was built in 1934 by Laurent Bouchard. 37.11 meters long and 6.43 meters wide,
it overlooks untouched splendid scenery along old road 381. It is worth the detour for its palpable feeling of the past.
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Boisaco
Address
2230, rue de la Rivière-aux-SablesSacré-Coeur
Tel. : 418 236-4833
Toll free : 1-877-236-4551
www.boisaco.com
Discover this ultramodern sawmill which will allow you to learn more on the process of wood through to the finished product. In collaboration
with the 5 star farms, find out about guided tours and the hours.
Papeterie AbitibiBowater de Kénogami
Address
3750, rue de ChamplainJonquière
Tel. : 418 695-7278
Toll free : 1-877-695-7278
Visit the paper mill of Abitibi-Consolidated founded by Sir William Price in 1912, the largest in the world at its time and discover
manufacturing process of paper. Something that wil amaze you! Find out about guided visits and the hours at Sir-William-Price History Center.
Industrial visit: Tuesday, Thursday at 1 PM (reservation obligatory).
Visit length: 1h15 minutes.
Maximum 6 people per group.
Kids under 12 not allowed.
Obligatory dress code: Long pants with fastened shoes.
Industrial visit: Tuesday, Thursday at 1 PM (reservation obligatory).
Visit length: 1h15 minutes.
Maximum 6 people per group.
Kids under 12 not allowed.
Obligatory dress code: Long pants with fastened shoes.
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Promotion Saguenay
295, rue Racine Est,
C.P. 1023
Chicoutimi (QC)
G7H 5G4
Tel. : 418 698-3157
Toll free : 1-800-463-6565
Fax : 418 698-3279
C.P. 1023
Chicoutimi (QC)
G7H 5G4
Tel. : 418 698-3157
Toll free : 1-800-463-6565
Fax : 418 698-3279
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