Sur les traces de Samuel de Champlain

Guides: Michel Prévost, president of the Outaouais Historical Society, and Manuel Lapensée-Paquette, archaeologist

Meeting point: Théâtre de l'Ile, 1 Wellington Street

Information: 3-1-1 or patrimoine@gatineau.ca

Discover the history of the Ottawa River, from prehistoric times to the present day, including the era of the New France explorers, such as Samuel de Champlain, a prominent figure still shrouded in mystery. Accompanied by a historian and an archaeologist, you’ll follow an ancient portage trail dating back a thousand years that leads to Brébeuf Park in the Val-Tétreau area. The hike (one-way only) is 2.3 km long: sturdy walking shoes are recommended.

The City of Gatineau is committed to being an inclusive and accessible environment. You can contact our team for more information about the accessibility of our sites and activities at the following address: programmationete@gatineau.ca. You can also plan your trips using the STO’s Plani-Bus.

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