Enjoy Saint-Siméon and Baie-Sainte-Catherine

From the vertiginous cliffs to the St. Lawrence River, there’s no shortage of opportunities to get active in Saint-Siméon and Baie-Sainte-Catherine. At Les Palissades de Charlevoix, a world-class mountain adventure park, experience the thrill of via ferrata, rock climbing, rappelling, or the double zip line. With Bosco Charlevoix, set out on a guided sea kayaking or, if winter arrives early, a dog-sledding excursion, where human connection, nature, and animal welfare are at the heart of the experience.

You can explore the region surrounding Saint-Siméon and Baie-Sainte-Catherine through its rich culture. Open year-round, the Centre d’exposition Inouï showcases contemporary art and the heritage of Charlevoix through original exhibitions. Then continue your artistic journey at the Poterie de Port-au-Persil, where more than 50 years of ceramic expertise live on through a gallery showcasing renowned artisans and offering introductory workshops in ceramics.

The Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, Quebec’s only marine protected area, is recognized as one of the world’s best whale-watching sites. This vast area, home to nearly 2,200 species, can be explored either on a cruise with Croisières AML, departing from Baie-Sainte-Catherine, or from the shore at the Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre, where passionate guides accompany visitors as they discover the marine park, the species that inhabit it, and the issues related to their protection.