Discover our nature...
Do you like abundant
natural environments? Come breathe the
pure air of Témiscamingue, one of the most
beautiful regions in Quebec!
www.temiscamingue.net
Admire the breathtaking landscapes in a
peaceful setting. We offer a wide selection
of cultural and outdoor activities, guaranteed
to satisfy everyone's tastes and interests.
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Take advantage of the pedestrian
and cycle path and discover:
"The Marais Laperrière"
Walk along the paths or take a guided tour
of this exceptional nature preserve and
observe some of the 150 species of birds,
turtles and beavers. Relax in a picnic area
or cross a footbridge to the observation
tower.
www.afat.qc.ca/faunique
(Relax in a picnic area or take a path to
the observation tower and footbridge.)
Discover l'île de collège
Contemplate the splendid landscapes of
College Island. Take a guided tour of
the vineyard "Le Domaine des
Ducs",
the most Scandinavian vineyard in
eastern Canada. Let yourself be tempted
to taste their red, white and rosé wines.
Experience the pleasures of diverse water
activities, such as swimming, kayaking
and canoeing.
Golfers
will enjoy our splendid 9-hole
course located on the banks of Lake
Témiscamingue, only 15 minutes from
Domaine Temi Kami.
Discover our history and culture.
Take a guided tour of "Fort
Témiscamingue-Obadjiwan", a National
Historic Site of Canada. Learn about
fur-trading while visiting the interpretation
centre.
Travel down the paths of the past and
meet period characters as you visit
their dwellings.
-"La forêt enchantée",
Let yourself be amazed at the mysterious
ambiance and contemplate the intriguing
shapes in this unique "enchanted" forest.
www.temiscamingue.net/fort_temiscamingue
At the end of your visits, stop by the
restaurant and bar "La Bannik", and
taste our regions culinary delights in
a charming lakeside setting.
Visit the Lake Temiskaming Fossil Centre, at Notre-Dame-du-Nord, focusing on the
Ordivician-Silurian period 420 to 480
millions years ago. Learn about life on
Earth during the earliest stages of
evolution.
www.rlcst.qc.ca
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Discover the village and
our activities.
Explore the municipality of Ville-Marie
and its indescribable atmosphere.
"La Grotte", built in 1904, this grotto
offers an extraordinary view of the
town and lake, complete with
pedestrian paths and picnic areas.
"La maison du Frère Moffet". Visit the
region's oldest residence, built during
the colonization at the end of the 19th
century. Interpretation centre and
guided tours available.
www.maisondufreremoffet.com
Stop in Ville-Marie's charming shops
and art galleries. Dine in the
restaurants or relax on their outdoor
terraces which offer a wide choice
of menus.
"Les chocolats Martine", a gift-store
and pastry shop, is well-known beyond
l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue for its delicious
Belgian chocolate made on the premises.
Guided tours and taste tests available.
www.chocolatmartine.com
"La salle Augustin Chénier" is the
cultural centre of Ville-Marie, with
changing exhibitions and cultural
activities.
www.temiscamingue.net/salleaugustinchenier
"Imagin' Art", an art galery, photo
studio ,
, gift boutique offers a multitude
of ideas for gifts and souvenirs.
Savour our local cuisine at "Chez Eugène",
located in a centennial home overlooking
the marina and lake. Whether you'd like
lunch, dinner or drinks on the terrace,
Chez Eugène is sure to please. Or visit
our local fast-food restaurant, "Le Chester"
Events
The "Biennale internationale d'art miniature"
www.temiscamingue.net/biam
End of june
Kipawa River Kayak Festival.
www.temiscamingue.net/laniel
End of june
National North-Americain Indian Day
July
"Ville-Marie en fête"
End of july
Annual Truck Rodeo at Notre-Dame-
du-Nord
www.elrodeo.com
August
Western festival at the St-Bruno-de-
Guigues coliseum
www.temiscamingue.net/festivalwestern
End of August
"La Foire gourmande",' a culinary
event ent featuring food and drink
originating from Abitibi-Témiscamingue
and northeastern Ontario. Food kiosks
and live entertainment for all ages.
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