In a class of its own since 1932 and classified as a national historic site, this Art Deco facility is one of the world’s biggest power plants, with 36 generating units stretched out over nearly a kilometre. Discover its history as well as its role in the Hydro-Québec network! Visitors aged 18 years and over must present official photo ID.
Beauharnois Generating Station (Hydro-Québec)
Contact details
80, boul. de Melocheville, Beauharnois, Québec, Canada, J6N 0M1
45.30990051, -73.90348374
Vue aérienne de la centrale de Beauharnois © Hydro-Québec
Façade de la centrale de Beauharnois © Hydro-Québec
Centrale de Beauharnois © Hydro-Québec
Visite familiale © Hydro-Québec
Centre d'interprétation © Hydro-Québec
Visite commentée © Hydro-Québec
Visite du plancher des alternateurs © Hydro-Québec
Visiteurs © Hydro-Québec
Activities
Recreational and cultural activities
Guided tour
Facilities
Infrastructure and equipment
Lookout / observation tower
Interpretation panels
Comfort and amenities
Lockers
Services
Restaurant and food services
Picnic area
Visitor services
Shop
Groups
Entertainment available
Special schedule on request
Possible opening off-season
Reservation required
Guided tour in english
Guided tour in french
Getting there
Parking
Electric vehicle charging station
Free on-site parking
Parking for buses and coaches
Accessibility (Keroul)
Partial access
Adapted services for hearing impairment
Adapted services for visual impairment
Last updated: January 7, 2026
