Top 15 Places to Visit in
Baie-Comeau | Quebec
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Daniel-Johnson Dam (Manic-5)
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This dam, formerly known as Manic-5, is the highest multiple-arch and buttress dam in the world. It was built between 1959 and 1970 for hydroelectric power production, consisting of 14 buttresses and 13 arches. Visitors can admire the beauty of the exterior and interior of Daniel-Johnson Dam in all its glory. The dam’s base is […]
- Kilomètre 214 de la Route QC-389 Nord, Baie-Comeau, QC G5T 2T2
- +1 (866) 526-2642
- http://www.hydroquebec.com/visit/cote_nord/manic-5.html
Centrale Jean-Lesage (Manic-2)
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Open from the end of June to early September This dam, formerly known as Manic-2, is one of the largest hollow-joint gravity dams with a 420-tonne rotor motor. It was constructed between 1961 and 1967 and renamed to Jean-Lesage in 2010 in honour of the Quebec premier at the time of its construction. It has […]
- Kilomètre 22 de la Route QC-389 Nord, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 0A7
- +1 (866) 526-2642
- http://www.hydroquebec.com/visit/cote_nord/jean-lesage.html
Mont Ti-Basse
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Open from mid-December to mid-April This gorgeous ski area contains three ski lifts near the lodge and 16 runs/courses for all your skiing, snowboarding, and tubing needs. There are four easy courses, four runs of average difficulty, and eight very difficult ones to accommodate people of all levels. It also has a snow park and […]
- 20 Chemin du Mont Ti Basse, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 2A5
- (418) 296-8311
- https://www.monttibasse.com/
Parc des Pionniers
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This beautiful park is home to two walking trails heading to the marina port to see the boats on the blue waters of the Saint-Laurent. These trails are ideal for hiking and cycling, passing through the wooded forest with a gorgeous waterfall where people can immerse themselves in the sounds of nature. It also contains […]
- Parc des Pionniers, 72 Avenue Cabot, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 1M1
- (418) 296-8350 or Contact Tourism Centre at (418) 296-8178
- https://www.ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca/culture-loisirs-et-plein-air/plein-air/parcs/
Jardin des Glaciers
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The Jardin des Glaciers is an interactive exhibition where people can learn about the ice age and climate changes worldwide. It is a sensory experience available to people of all ages, depicted as a multimedia show that allows you to experience a glacier personally. The projections are separated into three acts, seeing how glaciers changed […]
Boisé-de-la-Pointe-St-Gilles
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This walking trail is 11 km long and offers a peaceful encounter with nature through various environments, from wooded terrains to seashores. The trail comprises around 15 different paths that vary in difficulty, accommodating everyone whether they want a leisure walk or a challenge. Some of the trails include Sentier de la Falaise, which goes […]
Sentier des Embruns
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This 23 km hiking trail was completed in 2019 as part of a citizen initiative and sustainable development to bring about the appreciation of the Manicouagan River and other local areas. It connects various sectors and other trails, allowing those that take its paths to access the Saint-Laurent and Manicouagan River. Along the way, there […]
- Avenue Donald Smith, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 3A2
- Contact Tourism Centre at (418) 296-8178
- https://www.ville.baie-comeau.qc.ca/culture-loisirs-et-plein-air/plein-air/sentiers/
Véloroute des Baleines
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This cycling route is a tremendous 330 km long and borders the Saint-Laurent and multiple lakes, beaches, mountains, and forests. It follows Route 138, which runs along the Saint-Laurent and passes through the town of Baie-Comeau. The path is separated into six detailed routes to make it easier for people based on the intentions behind […]
- 11 Avenue du Parc, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 2J6
- (418) 297-5577
- https://www.veloroute-des-baleines.ca/
Église Sainte-Amélie
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Église Sainte-Amélie was the first Catholic Church to be built in the town after Baie-Comeau was founded in 1937. This historical church was built in 1939 and 1940, with the ceiling fresco being nearly 1,500 m2 as realized by Guido Nincheri. It contains three bells named Robert, Arthur, and Catherine, which were moulded in France […]
Microbrasserie St-Pancrace
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This brewery was inspired by the events in 1932, where bootlegged alcohol was thrown overseas in St-Pancrace Bay. The first beer created by the brewery saw the light of day in 2012 before the brewery officially opened its doors in 2013. They started distributing their beers in the Côte-Nord region of Quebec in 2014 and […]
- 55 Place La Salle, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 1J8
- (418) 296-0099
- https://microbrasserie.stpancrace.com/en/
Attitude Nordique
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Since Attitude Nordique opened in 2018, visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities and events. They offer kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking trails, indoor climbing, and more for you to discover. By partaking in some of these activities, people can experience and find the local area while having fun! Additionally, a few events are hosted during the […]
- Route 138 & Chemin du Lac-Potvin, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 0A7
- (418) 445-6673
- https://www.attitudenordique.com/
La Cache D’Amélie
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This quaint little restaurant is in the old hierarchy of Église Sainte-Amélie and has been open for more than 25 years. Their menu is focused on gourmet French cuisine, offering excellent tartare and an extensive list of wines. They are open all year long, and the guests can enjoy the delightful view of the Saint-Laurent […]
Manoir du Café Enr
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This coffee shop and roasting workshop have been around since 1992, where the coffee is roasted in-house by a trusting team of people to give clients the best possible products. The temperature and roasting times are adjusted based on the type of coffee being brewed, making each of them distinct and special. All the coffee […]
Club de Golf Baie-Comeau
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The local golf course has 18 holes for both beginners and advanced golfers. The natural environment and terrain are breathtaking to newcomers, with a calm and peaceful atmosphere as you golf your day away. There is a boutique on-site for all your golfing needs, along with a room available to rent for various types of […]
Home Town of Pierre-Cédric Labrie
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Pierre-Cédric Labrie is a well-known professional hockey player born in Baie-Comeau in 1986. As a child, he played in a minor ice hockey league team from Baie-Comeau. As a teenager, he quit hockey for a while before he restarted playing in a weekend league and eventually made it to the NHL. He debuted with the […]
- 70 Av. Michel-Émond, Baie-Comeau, QC G4Z 2A5
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- https://www.nhl.com/player/pierre-cedric-labrie-8474201