Manic-2 and Manic-5 hydroelectric dams

135, boulevard Comeau
Baie-Comeau (Quebec) Canada
G4Z 3B1
Phone:
+1-866-LAMANIC (1-866-526-2642)
Fax:
+418-294-3304
Email:
hqp_visites_guidees_manicouagan@hydro.qc.ca

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Do you know how electricity is produced? Visit the Jean-Lesage (Manic-2) and Manic-5 hydroelectric power plants to find out! During this fascinating industrial tour, visitors of all ages will be awed by these giants: Manic-2, one of the world’s largest hollow-joint gravity dams, and the Daniel-Johnson Dam, the world’s largest multiple-arch-and-buttress dam.

The tour guide will explain how these two dams were built, their main features and how they work. Explore the world of electric power, discover our rich heritage and admire the sheer size of the dams.


Opening dates

June 24 to August 31


Schedule

Daily tours at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. (Open from May 1 to June 24 for groups of 15+ upon reservation.)

Cost

Free

Reservations

Required for groups of 15+ and for tours in English

Activities available

Interpretation Sites
Come and discover the Manic-2 and Manic-5 dams, which are sure to impress you with their size and advanced technology. Don't miss the guided tour, where the mysteries of hydroelectricity will be revealed. 4 guided tours a day
Museums
Come and discover the Manic-2 and Manic-5 dams, which are sure to impress you with their size and advanced technology. Don't miss the guided tour, where the mysteries of hydroelectricity will be revealed. 4 guided tours a day


Services

  • Picnic area
  • No pets allowed
  • Boutique
  • Free parking

How to get there

From Baie-Comeau, head north on Route 389. Manic-2 is 22-km (13-mi.) drive, while Manic-5 is a 210-km (130-mi.) drive.


Affiliations and distinctions

Affiliations

  • Tourisme Côte-Nord
  • Québec Tourist Attractions Society (SATQ)

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