What joy! Tourist guide tourismetemiscouata.qc.ca

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1 What joy! Tourist guide 08 tourismetemiscouata.qc.ca

2 Welcome! You will fall in love with Témiscouata - with its views - breathtaking in all four seasons, with its abundant nature and with its numerous lakes. Lake Témiscouata is the nd largest lake south of the Saint Lawrence River, and the famous Lake Pohénégamook has its own legendary monster, Ponik! Here, time stands still... time to breath deeply the fresh air, to move through the big outdoors, to relax and to enjoy yourself as well as making exciting discoveries and new friends. What joy! Témiscouata Top tourist attractions in Témiscouata Map of Témiscouata 4 Cycling 6 Hiking 6 Water activities 6 Attractions 7 Accommodations 9 Restaurants Food to Go Local produce Our Partners CHAMBRE DE COMMERCE DU TÉMISCOUATA

3 Top tourist attractions in Témiscouata Interprovincial Cycle Path Le Petit Témis Piste cyclable interprovinciale Le Petit Témis Built on the track of the old Témiscouata railway that joined Rivière-du-Loup and Edmundston in New Brunswick, this 4 km of fine gravel path passes through Témiscouata and follows the shoreline of its largest lake. Part urban, part rural, the cycle path is dotted with inns, camping sites and tourist attractions. Lake Témiscouata National Park 8 Parc national du -Témiscouata Located in the natural region of the Notre-Dame Mountains, the park covers 75 km and embraces the largest and most majestic lake of the region, Lake Témiscouata. This territory has remarkable natural assets and a wealth of archaeological remains. There are hiking trails, a cycle path, nautical equipment for rent, discovery activities, archaeological activities, camping and ready-tocamp Huttopia tents. Pohénégamook Open Air Resort.0 Pohénégamook Santé Plein Air.0 A four season holiday resort located on the shores of Lake Pohénégamook and right in the middle of a deer yard. Many water activities (rabaska, sailing boats, catamaran, etc.) and land activities (climbing, archery, hiking, geocaching, etc.) are available. There is a wide variety of accommodations, a health spa and a Nordic spa on the lake shore. Pohénégamook Beach 4 Plage de Pohénégamook With nearly one kilometer of fine sand, Pohénégamook Beach is not only the most beautiful freshwater beach in the Lower Saint Lawrence, but is also listed in the Top 0 best beaches of Québec. Many water activities (Zone Wipe Challenge, etc.). Various activities take place during summer, including the famous Beach Party. There is a modern reception pavilion with food services and a great terrace.

4 The 8 hole golf course Vallée du Témiscouata in Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha! is one of the most beautiful in the Lower Saint Lawrence. It poses a unique challenge due to its narrow fairways, small valleys and numerous water hazards. The Transcontinental Golf Club in Pohénégamook has a 9 hole golf course with splendid views of Lake Pohénégamook. 7 Garden of La Petite École The Jardin de la Petite École is considered to be one of the most beautiful private gardens in Québec. Its owner, Jacques Cyr, is a horticultural enthusiast who has spent the last 5 years transforming his garden into a true work of art. With an area of,000 square meters, there are water gardens, an impressive collection of plants, slate paths, rest areas and a breathtaking view of Lake Témiscouata. 9 Aster Observatory and Science Station 8 This is the only remaining station on the Route des Frontières (route 89) that has been completely restored. It includes a railway museum and an exhibition about the history of Rivière- Bleue, which tells, among other things, the story of the Bootlegging times. There is also an Internet cafe and Le Riverain craft shop. Next to the Old Railway Station is the Petite Gare Aubut which tells the story of the Témiscouata railways. 5 Golf courses Terrains de golf 0 Jardin de la Petite École 4 Mont-Citadelle Park 6 Parc du Mont-Citadelle All season family resort with a restaurant, a bar and a variety of accommodations - camping, yurts and cottages. Activities, which vary according to the season, include a giant zipline, electric go-karts, miniature boats, swimming pool, fishing in a stocked lake, snowshoeing, inner tube sliding, outdoor skating and ice fishing. Aster, organisme d interprétation scientifique (observatoire) The observatory is equipped with a 40 mm (6 inch) telescope and a solar telescope. Enthusiastic guides and interactive audioguides are available to show you round the exhibition Stars Here We Come! where you learn about the history of astronomy, the solar system, the vastness of the universe, the exploration of space and the evolution of life on earth. The Old Railway Station of Rivière-Bleue Vieille Gare de Rivière-Bleue 5

5 Fort Ingall 0 Fort Ingall The Fort is a reconstruction of a British fortification that was built in 89 during a border dispute between the United States and Canada. Discover its history and see the numerous artifacts that have been found here in archaeological digs. Dressed in the military uniforms and civilian dress of that time, the guides recreate life as it was in this fort. Domaine Acer, maple economuseum specializing in alcoholic beverages Domaine Acer, économusée de l érable spécialité boissons alcoolisées As well as showing the history of maple production in Quebec in their economuseum, this family business has created four alcoholic beverages, two of which have won national awards. Gourmet and traditional maple products are available (maple jelly and butter, chocolates, etc.). Guided visits to the maple installation and wine cellars include a tasting of the various produce, which you can buy in their boutique. Le Détour, cheese producer Fromagerie Le Détour Artisan cheese producer with over thirty types of cheese (hard, semi-soft, soft and fresh) made from cow, goat and /or sheep s milk. Some of the cheeses have won several international awards. Local produce for sale in their boutique. The Route des Frontières (Route 89) is one of Quebec s official tourist routes marked with blue road signs. You can join it near the Saint Lawrence River at Saint-André and Saint-Alexandre in the county of Kamouraska. It then follows the border with Maine and New Brunswick, through the villages of Pohénégamook, Rivière-Bleue, Saint-Marc-du--Long and Saint-Jean-dela-Lande. 95 km of pleasure and a complete change of scenery. You can take advantage of being in the area and visit Saint-Athanase, Saint-Elzéar-de-Témiscouata and Packington at the same time. The Route des Monts Notre-Dame (Route and 95), inaugurated in 06, is also an official Québec tourist route marked with blue road signs. This 6 km route starts from Sainte-Luce on the Saint Lawrence River, crosses the highlands of Neigette and all the eastern sector of Témiscouata, and finishes in Dégelis. It takes you through the picturesque villages of -des-aigles, Biencourt, Saint-Michel-du-Squatec, Lejeune, Auclair and Saint-Juste-du- and has many beautiful views. Water sports and outdoor activity enthusiasts can enjoy Lake Témiscouata National Park which is located in this area.

6 New Bruns (Canada Map of Témiscouata Montréal-Témiscouata 4h0 Québec-Témiscouata h0 Rivière-du-Loup-Témiscouata 45 min. Rimouski-Témiscouata h0 Edmundston (N.B.)-Témiscouata 45 min. Toward highway 0 (Rivière-du-Loup exit 499) RM of Rivière-du-Loup 6 Toward route Sload Saint-Pierre-de Saint-Marc-du-- Saint-Honoréde-Témiscouata Saint-Louisdu-Ha! Ha! 8 5 District of Cabano Témiscouata-sur-le-L Toward highway 0 (St-Alexandre, exit 488) RM of Kamouraska i Saint-Athanase Réserve de Parke 5 4 District of Saint-Éleuthère District of Estcourt Saint-Elzéar-de- Témiscouata Pohénégamook Pohénégamook District of Sully Maine (United States) i i 9 Rivière-Bleue Long Not S Mé (L i Beau 4

7 Toward highway 0 and route (Rimouski exit 60) Toward route RM of Basques des Aigles -des-aigles RM of Rimouski-Neigette Biencourt Biencourt -Lamy 0 ac aint-eusèbe Parc national du -Témiscouata Témiscouata District of re-dame-du- Saint-Justedu- 7 Petit lac Squatec du Pain de sucre Touladi Saint-Michel-du-Squatec Auclair Grand lac Squatec Lots-Renversés Parc national du -Témiscouata Dégelis Lejeune Beazley Zec Owen Ango New Brunswick (Canada) Route des Monts Notre-Dame Route des Frontières Route 85 and Highway Claude-Béchard (85) Tri-border Marker (Québec, New Brunswick and Maine) Border Marker Cycle Path Le Petit Témis Cycle Path Méruimticook round lake Cycle Path Pohénégamook round lake National Hiking Trail in Lower Saint Lawrence Ferry between Notre-Dame-du- and Saint-Juste-du- ruimticook ac Gerry) i Packington Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande i Toward highway (Edmundston N-B) H Ferry (between Cabano and parc national du -Témiscouata) pedestrians and cycles Foot Bridge National Hiking Trail in Lower Saint Lawrence Health Center Hospital ATM Long Baker Public boat ramp Reception (ZEC Owen) Toward Route 0 (N-B) and 05 i Reception (Parc national du -Témiscouata) Information markers of Route des Frontières wick ) Tourist Information Office Tourist Information Center Top 5

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16 Contact us?? Tourist information network Centre Infotouriste Dégelis (open all year round) 7, avenue de l Accueil Bureau d information touristique de Témiscouata-sur-le- (District of Cabano) 7-B, boulevard Industriel Tourisme Témiscouata 5, rue de l Hôtel-de-Ville Témiscouata-sur-le- Québec, G0L X , ext. 44 tourismetemiscouata.qc.ca info@tourismetemiscouata.qc.ca?? Bureau d accueil touristique de Pohénégamook 09, rue Principale , ext. 47 Relais d information touristique de Saint-Michel-du-Squatec, rue Richard-Pelletier (route 95) i Bornes d information de la Route des Frontières (Information markers) Saint-Athanase, Pohénégamook, Saint-Elzéar-de-Témiscouata, Rivière-Bleue, Saint-Marc-du--Long, Packington and Saint-Jean-de-la-Lande , ext. 407 mrctemiscouata.qc.ca PHOTOs - Marie-Josée Dubé - Mathieu Dupuis, parc national du -Témiscouata, Sépaq - Adrienne Harron 4- Ghislain Mailloux 5- Gare de Rivière-Bleue 6- Le Secret des Dieux-microbrasserie cover PHOTOS Camping : Mathieu Dupuis, Parc national du -Témiscouata, Sépaq Rabaska : Marie-Josée Dubé, Oxygène Design Maple products : Axelle Dandelot Cycles : Marie-Josée Dubé, Oxygène Design 7- Marie-Pierre Savard 8- Marc Loiselle, parc national du -Témiscouata, Sépaq 9- Michel Auclair 0- Alain Tardif - Roger Grandmaison - Axelle Dandelot - Fromagerie Le Détour CRÉATIONGRAFIK CYNTHIA L imprimeur de cette brochure détient la (Forest Stewardship Council) Translation : Lesley Bingham