Tadoussac takes its name from the Innu word totouskak, meaning “breasts,” which refers to the rocky, wooded hills located to the west of the village. The first official North American member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club and the first Canadian site to celebrate its 400th anniversary (in 2000), Tadoussac, the cradle of New France, occupies a special place in our historic heritage.
In 1535, Jacques Cartier, dazzled by the beauty of this area, dropped anchor for a visit, followed by Pierre de Chauvin de Tonnetuit in 1599 and Samuel de Champlain in 1603. In addition, Canada’s first official fur trading post was established here in 1600, at the confluence of the Saguenay Fjord and the St. Lawrence River. Recognized by the Association of the Most Beautiful Villages of Québec, this prime resort town has achieved an international reputation.
Visitors from all over the world come here to live in harmony with the tides and listen to the blow of the whales during whale-watching cruises or while strolling along the St. Lawrence River. Renowned events such as the Tadoussac Song Fest in June and the Happening de Peinture, a painters’ weekend held in September, can only add to the pleasure of your stay. Other activities and services on offer include various summer shows, theatre, regional crafts, art galleries, whale-watching cruises, excursions on the fjord, bird-watching, seaplane tours, sea kayaking, beaches, the marina, outfitters, a town centre accessible by snowmobile, cross-country skiing and nearby Saguenay National Park—which is so wonderful to discover on foot or by bicycle!
Source: Tourisme Manicougan
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Located on the Saguenay Fjord, Sacré-Coeur is a unique natural harbour that can be discovered on both the Fjord and Whale routes. Sainte- Marguerite Bay, with its interpretation centre, is an ideal site for observing small white beluga whales from land, accompanied by naturalists from Saguenay National Park. Hike the fjord trail to discover the historical and natural bounty of this exceptional region. Renowned for spectacular sunsets and a fantastic view of the fjord, the Anse-de-Roche discovery site and picturesque marina are a great home base for marine activities such as sea kayaking and fishing excursions. The beautiful scenery extends from the valley of the Sainte-Marguerite River (a salmon river) to Bardsville, a favourite destination for anglers. The whole family can enjoy a range of enriching activities such as visiting an agritourism farm, bear photo safaris, wildlife observation, easy and intermediate hiking, cycling, industrial tours, hunting and fishing. In the winter, visitors can snowmobile, dogsled, cross-country ski or spend the night in an igloo, all in the enchanting setting of the Saguenay Fjord!
Source: Tourisme Manicouagan
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Tadoussac takes its name from the Innu word totouskak, meaning “breasts,” which refers to the rocky, wooded hills located to the west of the village. The first official North American member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club and the first Canadian site to celebrate its 400th anniversary (in 2000), Tadoussac, the cradle of New France, occupies a special place in our historic heritage.
In 1535, Jacques Cartier, dazzled by the beauty of this area, dropped anchor for a visit, followed by Pierre de Chauvin de Tonnetuit in 1599 and Samuel de Champlain in 1603. In addition, Canada’s first official fur trading post was established here in 1600, at the confluence of the Saguenay Fjord and the St. Lawrence River. Recognized by the Association of the Most Beautiful Villages of Québec, this prime resort town has achieved an international reputation.
Visitors from all over the world come here to live in harmony with the tides and listen to the blow of the whales during whale-watching cruises or while strolling along the St. Lawrence River. Renowned events such as the Tadoussac Song Fest in June and the Happening de Peinture, a painters’ weekend held in September, can only add to the pleasure of your stay. Other activities and services on offer include various summer shows, theatre, regional crafts, art galleries, whale-watching cruises, excursions on the fjord, bird-watching, seaplane tours, sea kayaking, beaches, the marina, outfitters, a town centre accessible by snowmobile, cross-country skiing and nearby Saguenay National Park—which is so wonderful to discover on foot or by bicycle!
Source: Tourisme Manicougan
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