Enjoy the Abitibi-Témiscamingue

The “Get Lost in the Woods!” circuit leads you to the heart of Abitibi-Témiscamingue’s protected territories. You will first pass through the Réserve faunique La Vérendrye (Wildlife Reserve), then across the Parc national d’Aiguebelle (National Park), and afterwards, the Parc national d’Opémican (National Park) — or in reverse order depending on where you arrive from!
This circuit is made up of over 950 km of nautical trails, over 80 km of hiking trails and over 1,000 campsites to choose from for your canoe-camping, fishing or hiking adventure.

A former trading post, an enchanted forest, a beach bordering a 110-kilometre lake, 6,000 years of Indigenous presence, two centuries of rivalry for control of the fur trade… This is what awaits at the Obadjiwan–Fort-Témiscamingue national historic site! Located at the heart of the region’s history, this site is well worth the visit!

Abitibi-Témiscamingue is intimately linked to the discovery of natural resources and its mining potential. It’s also where you can visit Canada's largest operating open-pit gold mine. The Vallée-de-l’Or area offers several activities to learn about the region’s mining history and enjoy a unique mining experience. Start your adventure at the Cité de l’or by taking a tour 91 metres underground like a real miner, then immerse yourself in the way of life of the families of yesteryear at the old mining camp of Bourlamaque. End your experience with exhibits on geology and mining projects in the region and observe minerals from around the world at the Malartic Mineralogical Museum.

The story that will unfold as you follow the wooden trail began nearly 40 years ago. It is the story of the Pageau family and their incredible relationship with animals. Refuge Pageau gives shelter to injured, sick or orphaned wildlife, provides them with care and when possible, returns them to the wild. You will see moose, wolves, white-tail deer, racoons, prey birds and many other animals making short or long stays at the Refuge.

Enjoy the full range of local flavours on the “Indulge yourself” circuit in Abitibi-Témicamingue! A plethora of local products awaits you in the region: cheese, beer, spirits, pastries, chocolates and other gourmet delicacies. 

Discover the effervescence of Abitibi-Témiscamingue’s festivals, where culture and joie de vivre come together to bring you a thrilling experience. From music and visual arts to comedy and rodeos, each festival celebrates the vibrant soul of this region. Explore the diversity of festivals across this vast territory, where each event is a unique celebration of the region’s culture and art of living. Let yourself be seduced by the locals’ legendary hospitality and passion for celebration!