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!
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
4.5 249 reviews
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Viking Invasion ★★★★★ a year ago
Worth the detour with a very nice explanation of the site made by enthusiasts who explained to us the whole story behind this site. I appreciate the involvement of the guides who know their subject well. It makes a real … More difference as experience -
Elaine Migue ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Very impressive! A beautiful page in the history of Quebec in terms of wind energy. The guide Patrick was very interesting. Nice little souvenir shop too! It's worth the detour -
Julien Valls ★★★★★ 3 months ago
I'm giving it 5 stars to support the project. It's a bit pricey, but the tour is well-guided with plenty of comprehensive information panels. The site manager is passionate, and his short presentation is very informative. -
Yannick ★★★★★ 6 years ago
Great experience, the guide was cheerful and gave interesting information. Very impressive to see the interior of the wind turbine and its components. -
Annick Briere ★★★★☆ 3 years ago
Interesting for those who are interested in wind turbines and energies. Well informed staff. Fee per person for access to the site.