Pierre de Chauvin de Tonnetuit established Canada's first fur trading post in Tadoussac in 1600. Today's replica offers you the opportunity to relive the trading that occurred here between First Nations people and Europeans.
Opening dates
Late May to late September
Schedule
10 a.m. to 1 p.m and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.Cost
$6/adult, $4/senior, $3/student, free for children under 7Reservations
Required for groups onlyPayment methods
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Visa
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MasterCard
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Interac
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Cash
Activities available
Indigenous Heritage
Established in 1600 by Pierre de Chauvin de Tonnetuit, the Tadoussac trading post bore witness the birth of New France. First Nations people and Europeans traded goods here. Come and discover a slice of our history!
Museums
Established in 1600 by Pierre de Chauvin de Tonnetuit, the Tadoussac trading post bore witness to the birth of New France. Here, First Nations people and Europeans not only traded goods, but they also shared knowledge and values.
How to get there
From Route 138, head towards the village of Tadoussac on Rue des Pionniers (or Rue des Forgerons and then Rue des Pionniers) and then turn right on Rue du Bord-de-l’Eau. The trading post is on your right, after Hôtel Tadoussac.
Affiliations and distinctions
Affiliations
- Tourisme Côte-Nord
- Québec Museums Association (SMQ)