Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac

Olivier Langevin
Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac
Olivier Langevin
Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac
Olivier Langevin
Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac
Olivier Langevin
Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-LacLieu historique national de Coteau-du-LacLieu historique national de Coteau-du-LacLieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac

7,000 years of history at your fingertips!

Visit the Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac, home to one of the oldest lock canals in North America as well as the remains of a British fortification. The site brings together over 7,000 years of history along the shores of Lake Saint-François. Explore it by walking the grounds and learning from the interpretive panels available on-site. Enjoy the ever-present natural surroundings and take the opportunity to have a picnic! Consider getting there by bike, as the site is easily accessible via the region’s cycling network. An on-site tourist information station will help you discover other attractions in the area. Now, step into a place rich in history!

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