In Cap-Chat in Gaspésie

Discover the world's tallest vertical axis wind turbine!

Where nature meets history and technology!

An immersive experience in the world of wind power. Designed in the 1980s for scientific research and located at the heart of Quebec's first wind farm, Projet Éole is the best place to learn everything about wind turbines!

A uniquely designed experimental power plant!

Visit of the power plant

Wind energy immersion

Interpretation and presentations

Belvedere and panorama

Gardens and trails

Gift shop

A year after research was halted in 1993, Projet Éole became Canada's first wind power interpretation center. Since 2019, under the leadership of a new, young and dynamic administration, the site has been completely restored to offer a seamless, diverse, and enjoyable visit that will appeal to everyone. The retro-industrial look of the power plant will take you back in time!

Project Éole is managed by the Éole Foundation, a charitable organization whose ambition is to enable all generations to discover, understand and take ownership of renewable energy as a lever for autonomy, innovation and resilience for the benefit of all.

Projet Éole

5 chemin du Cap, Cap-Chat

4.5 197 reviews

Isabelle Leblanc ★★★★★ one year ago
Not to be missed, very nice visit. Thanks to Patrick for the technical and historical explanations. He is an excellent popularizer and he is passionate.
Francois Coutu ★★★★★ one year ago
Great activity if you are in the Cap-Chat area! The site is very well maintained and its informative aspect is well highlighted. One of the owners gave us a detailed presentation on the origins of the site and the future. … More of wind energy in Gaspésie. I found it fascinating, I highly recommend staying for the presentation.
Clara Fritsch ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Unforgettable experience! We were able to climb to the top and it was well worth it! This is the thing to do at Cape Cat! In addition to an incredible moment, the owner is passionate and very kind! I highly recommend you … More the visit of the largest school in the world, it's worth the detour!
Sylvie Jeannotte ★★★★★ one year ago
Visit made this morning. A little reluctant to do it assuming its complexity. Completely delighted in the end! Warm welcome by a lady upon our arrival! Our host Patrick told us the history and construction of the project … More with simplicity for a good understanding and by capturing our interest through his quality of storytelling and his knowledge! Friendly welcome from a young man at the shop who showed us the human side and the importance of promoting the nature of this site. Physical approach to equipment and wind turbines: quite impressive! Good explanatory description on well-placed panels. To have!!
Louis-Pascal Loriot ★★★★★ one year ago
Magnificent place with a really interesting history. The history of wind turbines in Quebec and around the world is very well explained.