Have you seen our new 360° videos? It’s mindblowing! There are many ways to discover the region. For snowmobile enthousiasts, the 3,700 km of trails is definitely the more enjoyable way to see the whole region and discover the places that make us feel like ourselves and proud. Go on an adventure with one of … Continued
I have always been proud to live in the Abitibi-Temiscamingue region. It’s my paradise! Here, I have always found everything I need to quench my thirst for freedom, human warmth and urban life. In all of these years, I have never tired of the natural landscapes, their beauty and the innumerable possibilities they offer for … Continued
I live in a boundless world of freshwater crisscrossed with lakes and rivers providing a profusion of waterways. I live on a land of plains sprinkled with hills to its north and scenic valleys to its south. I breathe amidst a land that is still home to large stretches of mature forests, where I am … Continued
Five years ago, upon completing my Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism and Hotel Management at UQAM, I headed back to my home region to settle down there. I was hired as a coordinator at the Office du tourisme et des congrès de Val-d’Or, where I’ve contributed to the promotion of local and regional tourism ever since. … Continued
The Abitibi-Temiscamingue region is vast, teeming with discoveries and the road that leads here is simple and beautiful. At a time when I didn’t live here anymore, I used to enjoy travelling back. The road home allowed me to put the daily grind behind as the kilometres flew by. The sky seems so immense and … Continued
There are many ways to switch off and relax, and every one has their own way. For me, it is to lace up my shoes and hit the streets of Rouyn-Noranda, feel the warm sun on my face and fill my ears with music, or see a music concert and forget about time… for a … Continued
You are greeted at the corner Murdoch St. and 8th St. by a rather burly, bearded man. His biker with a heart of gold look perfectly complements the sparkling smile he flashes at you. Meet Frédéric Arsenault. As he extends his hand, he presents himself as the Director General and co-owner of the Hôtel des … Continued
Upon entering Jean Massicotte’s office, the first thing that strikes you is the sheer abundance of objects. Here and there, glass cabinets showcase a slightly chaotic assemblage of various rocks. “These are the minerals that we have withdrawn from the permanent collection,” the Director of the Musée Minéralogique de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue proudly explains as you glance … Continued
Firmly set on visiting the region by means of its small country roads, your path leads you down a lane lined with small picturesque houses surrounded by majestic fields. You’re soaking up the scenery when the road leads up to the small village of Gallichan. Suddenly, a strange metallic structure catches your eye. Upon closer … Continued
A woman, not very tall, with blond-reddish hair, jumps out of her chair to welcome you as you enter the room. Her great big smile – the kind that makes your face hurt in just seconds – and sparkling blue eyes make you feel at ease. After a few moments of discussion, her communicative drive … Continued
On a glorious afternoon, while vacationing in the Abitibi-Temiscamingue region you decide to take in some sun and go for a stroll in the forest. The wind gently caresses your face and you wander along the trail with one eye open for any animals you might come across. A few chipmunks warily eye you, a … Continued
It’s a perfect day for kayaking. You paddle quietly over calm waters of the deepest blue. You are enchanted by the wilderness, the feeling of having the entire world alone to yourself, of being lost in the middle of nowhere, when you suddenly notice a small sandy beach on an island. It’s not so much … Continued
