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Première-Chute Generating Station

Not to be missed!

One of five hydroelectric stations on the Rivière des Outaouais (Ottawa River), Première-Chute is the only one open to visitors in Abitibi-Témiscamingue.

Discover the unique design of this generating station which served as a model for the hydroelectric complexes in the Baie-James region. You'll also learn about supplying electricity to rural Québec.

Well worth a visit!

Free guided tour

Approximate duration
90 minutes

From June 24 to the last Sunday of August
Daily:
12 noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Reservations required

From August 27 to June 23
For groups of 10 or more.
By appointment only.

Information and reservations

819 949-4431
1 800 903-9705 ext. 4039

Mandatory

We suggest wearing flat and closed shoes.
Notice to Pacemaker Users

IMPORTANT NOTE: Visitors aged 18 years and over must present identification (health insurance card, driver's licence or passport) before they can tour the facility.

How to get there

For more detailed maps/directions, use Google Maps.

Nearby attractions

T. E. Draper/Chantier Gédéon
Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site of Canada
Musée de Guérin

Maison du Frère-Moffet, Ville-Marie
Lake Témiscamingue Fossil Centre
Domaine Breen historic site