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

4.5 196 reviews

Justine Clermont ★★★★★ 3 years ago
Warm place, very pleasant free visit, the guides are very available, explain to us and answer our questions in a good mood. A stop at their field of flowers and plants is also necessary! Thank you all for … More visit
Jeremy E ★★★★★ 9 months ago
This is definitely a stop to make on your route. There are quite a few explanatory panels on wind power in Quebec and Canada. And the inside of the enclosure is full of information on the project and we … More can see the different systems necessary for its operation. Moreover, you will not be alone, guides are present and can tell you about it, they also give a presentation of the project in its context and its objectives. Real enthusiasts. Dogs are also welcome. In short, it's flawless, I loved it.
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!!
Sat ★★★★★ one year ago
Very nice place! The owner is super nice and knows the history of the place well. Super interesting
Cathy Labrecque ★★★★☆ 9 months ago
A great discovery in Gaspésie! The Éole project is truly impressive to see up close! A unique structure, full of history and grandeur. It's worth visiting at least once in your life. It's perhaps missing a little bit. … More interaction or entertainment for visitors, but overall it remains very interesting. A nice surprise in the heart of the Gaspé!