Anyone who knows Shawinigan knows that its main advantage is how quickly you can go from enjoying landscapes with magnificent scenery to accessing the city centre, with its great restaurants, friendly bistros, microbreweries, cafés, bakeries and shops featuring distinctive products. You’re guaranteed true comfort between your nature outings. From a cultural perspective, Shawinigan offers many activities and entertaining shows, as well as a multitude of hidden treasures to be discovered, some of which are designated national historic sites. With its rustic urban spirit, a visit to Shawinigan offers the perfect balance between nature and city life, making it the ideal vacation destination !
Cité de l'énergie
Parc national de la Mauricie © J.Pleau
Chutes de Shawinigan © M.-P.Durand
Automne © M.Julien
Balade en raquettes © J.Pleau
Saint-Jean des piles © S.Daoust
Ski de fond © E.Boisvert
Gastronomie © J-M.Boisvert
Shawinigan
Last updated: January 7, 2026
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