Exposition permanente © Poste de traite de Desbiens
En bordure du Lac © Poste de traite de Desbiens
La Poudrière © Poste de traite de Desbiens
243, rue Hébert (route 169), Desbiens
The interpretation centre invites the public to relive the clash between the Native American and European cultures through its activities and exhibits. You’ll be delighted by this unique interactive and multi-sensory exhibition, at the founding site of the famous Lac Saint-Jean!
For families
Children's entertainment and an outdoor playground on site, a picnic area for breaks.
Good to know
Free parking and partially wheelchair accessible (Kéroul).
Centre d’Histoire et d’Archéologie de la Métabetchouane (CHAM) is located in Desbiens (Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean), about 185 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
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Centre d’Histoire et d’Archéologie de la Métabetchouane (CHAM) is located at 243, rue Hébert (route 169), Desbiens, in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region. It is about 185 km from Quebec City as the crow flies.
Yes: free on-site parking, parking for motor homes (RV) and parking for buses and coaches.
Partially: according to the Kéroul assessment, part of the facilities is wheelchair accessible.
Yes: picnic area.
Yes, children will find on site: outdoor playground for children and children's entertainment.
On site: cloakroom.
Yes, a lookout or observation tower offers a panoramic view.
Yes, guided tours are offered. For groups, they are offered in French and in English.
Yes, groups are welcome, reservation required and with a group rate. Contact the establishment to plan your visit.
You can reach the establishment by phone at 418 662-6395 or on its website: chamdesbiens.com.
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Last updated: June 22, 2026
