Summer Activities at Lac-Saint-Jean
Discover unique experiences in the heart of an exceptional geological heritage.
A Must-See
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at one of our 3 locations
The excursion to the quartz crystal mine remains the core attraction of Cristal du Lac
The activity allows customers to come and collect their own crystals in the mountains. The gathering of a simple quartz crystal rock has become, thanks to the commitment of one family, the driving force behind an adventure that has been steadily growing for a decade. This mineral, originating from deep magmatic formations, is
recognized as a semi-precious stone in Quebec and adorns jewelry counters.
Guided Mine Tours
Head into the forest with a guide to an exceptional geological site and prospect for your own quartz crystals
- Outdoors
- With a Guide
- Duration: 2h30
Adventures & Culture & Discoveries
Mine Excursion | Economuseum | Mineralogical Activities
Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean
Mineralogical Center
Mineral bag sifting, pearl oyster opening with an on-site artisan, gold panning, eco-museum, fluorescent stone exhibition, and shop
5 activities
An immersion mineralogical unique!
- Discovery stopover
- Family
- Average duration: 2 hours
The Jonquière Workshop
Open year-round, this site offers the opportunity to experience pearl oyster openings, a geode cracking demonstration, mineral bag sifting indoors, and a shop.
For a more complete visit, visit the Mineralogy Activity Centre at Lac Saint-Jean
- Short visit
- Ideal as an addition to a roadside stop
- Average duration: 1 hour
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Located 11 km from the mine, you will also be amazed by a visit to the Économusée, which contains more than a hundred specimens of quartz crystals with unusual hues, sizes and shapes, in addition to learning about the geological history of crystal. Under the roof of a century-old barn that has retained all of its old-world charm, you will experience other activities associated with the world of mineralogy.
In addition to the world's brightly colored minerals displayed in every way, you will be dazzled by the discovery of different proposals such as gold panning, prospecting bags and pearl oysters. A unique tourist site, located on the regional road near Lac-Saint-Jean. You will be delighted by its spaces, greenery and amenities offering a break conducive to family reunions.
A visit to Cristal du Lac is both a discovery and a passage through time.
