This summer, add a visit to Hydro-Québec facilities to your calendar! They’re located all over Québec, some of them even near metropolitan areas. Your whole family will love a free guided tour and stimulating educational activities that are lots of fun.

Relive history and great scientific discoveries!

Are you a history or science buff? Our guided tours are just the thing.

Beauharnois Generating Station

This generating station was built in three phases, starting in 1929. Equipped with 38 generating units stretching for nearly a kilometre, it’s one of the biggest hydroelectric power plants in the world.

The Électrium, Hydro-Québec’s Electricity Interpretation Centre

Explore the many facets of electricity and make some hair-raising discoveries!

Rivière-des-Prairies Generating Station

Built in the 1930s, Rivièredes-Prairies generating station proudly straddles the river between Montréal and Laval. It played a crucial role in the electrification of Montréal.

Rapides-Farmer Generating Station

This architectural treasure of the Outaouais region lies just a few kilometres from Gatineau. It’s been in operation since 1927.

Others facilities to visit

You can take free tours of many other Hydro-Québec facilities free of charge, and visit three partner sites that charge admission.

For more information or help planning your trip go to on our Web site or call 1 800 ENERGIE (363-7443).