Winter 2026-2027 promises to be more exciting than ever in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean.
New accommodations, immersive experiences, reimagined outdoor activities, cultural discoveries, and relaxing retreats are enhancing the destination’s offerings. Whether you're seeking adventure, rejuvenation, or memorable moments to share, a host of new experiences awaits you this winter. The Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, you have to live it!
Exode sur la Route
The Exode Experience Hits the Road
Exode en Nature is expanding its horizons with Exode on the Road, a new road trip concept designed to help travelers discover Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, the North Shore, and Québec through the vanlife lifestyle. The company now offers the rental of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD camper van customized by New West, providing comfort, autonomy, and freedom for life on the road.
Accommodating up to four people, the vehicle comes fully equipped for self-sufficient travel and includes two folding electric bikes as well as an inflatable kayak. Travelers can therefore explore the destination not only by road, but also on the water and along the region’s trails.
As the first step in a project with plans to grow, this vehicle serves as the pilot phase of a future fleet of camper vans based in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean and the North Shore. Fully integrated into the Exode ecosystem, the concept also allows visitors to combine a road trip with stays at Exode en Nature and Exode au Sommet, creating an immersive experience in the heart of Québec’s great outdoors.
Take Adventure to New Heights This Winter at Parc Aventures Cap Jaseux
Parc Aventures Cap Jaseux is unveiling a renewed winter experience with the complete redesign of its zipline course. Thrill-seekers can soar above the landscape on a route featuring nine giant ziplines that cross the forest canopy and provide exceptional views of the Saguenay Fjord’s winter scenery.
Designed for intermediate to advanced participants, the course includes a combination of ziplines and ladder crossings, adding an extra layer of excitement to the adventure. Between snow-covered forests, breathtaking vistas, and adrenaline-pumping moments, the experience offers a unique way to discover the region from a whole new perspective.
Whether it is your first visit or a chance to relive the adventure, this new course provides an excellent opportunity to rediscover one of the park's signature attractions. With its completely redesigned layout, the circuit promises a fresh and memorable adventure in the heart of a Saguenay winter.
CabanAnse : More Space to Reconnect with Nature
CabanAnse is enhancing its accommodation offering with the addition of a new unit that can host four to six guests. Designed for families, groups of friends, and small parties, this new lodging option will provide a comfortable stay in the heart of nature, in a setting ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Remaining true to the CabanAnse spirit, the new unit will focus on creating a warm and welcoming experience that combines comfort, privacy, and privileged access to the surrounding natural attractions. It is the perfect place to share memorable moments immersed in nature.
This new accommodation will help meet the growing demand for larger-capacity lodging options while further enriching the range of getaway experiences offered by CabanAnse.
Pourvoirie Damville Expands Its Offerings
Three New Four-Season Accommodations
Pourvoirie Damville is expanding its lodging offer with the addition of three new four-season accommodation units. Designed to welcome visitors year-round, these new lodgings provide privileged access to outdoor activities and allow guests to experience the territory in every season. This new offering aims to meet the growing demand for comfortable nature-based experiences, whether for a fishing, hunting, or snowmobiling trip, or simply for a getaway in the heart of nature.
La Saguenéenne Unveils Fully Redesigned Guest Rooms
Hôtel La Saguenéenne is undertaking a major transformation of its accommodation offering through an investment of more than $5 million. This significant modernization will allow visitors to enjoy fully renovated guest rooms, designed to provide enhanced comfort and a refreshed lodging experience.
Inspired by the landscapes of the Saguenay region, the new design highlights natural materials, warm tones, and green accents that reflect the surrounding territory. Custom furnishings, modernized bathrooms with glass showers, quartz surfaces, and the integration of new technologies will help create an environment that is both elegant and welcoming.
The hotel is also enhancing its digital infrastructure with the addition of a high-performance Wi-Fi network accessible throughout the property.
The first renovated rooms will be available to guests beginning in November 2026, marking a new chapter in the evolution of this well-known regional establishment.
Domaine Saint-Émilien: A New Destination to Discover in Desbiens
In Desbiens, Domaine Saint-Émilien now welcomes visitors and travelers to a former monastery that has been transformed into a heritage inn. This new destination offers an experience that blends comfort and gastronomy in a setting rich with history.
One of the property's highlights is the Café du Moine, a warm and inviting space where guests can enjoy a coffee, a light meal, or a snack. Open to both visitors passing through and those staying on-site, the café helps make Domaine Saint-Émilien a true gathering place and community hub.
In addition to its culinary offerings, the property features guest rooms housed within the fully revitalized heritage building. This new opening enhances the tourism offering of Lac-Saint-Jean by providing an authentic experience while meeting the expectations of today's travelers.
ESCAPA : An Immersive Experience Between the Boreal Forest and the Fjord
In Sainte-Rose-du-Nord, ESCAPA invites visitors to enjoy a unique lodging experience in the heart of the boreal forest. Nestled on a mountainside, the cabins stand out for their contemporary architecture and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase the spectacular landscapes of the Saguenay Fjord.
Designed to promote relaxation and reconnection with nature, these minimalist cabins, accommodating between two and four guests, offer a fully immersive outdoor experience while providing the comfort of an upscale stay. From sunrise over the mountains to evenings spent beneath the stars, every moment is crafted to encourage visitors to slow down and fully embrace their surroundings.
New at Exode en Nature
Exode en Nature is taking relaxation to the next level with the addition of massage therapy services offered directly in its accommodations for couples. A truly unique experience, this service allows guests to enjoy a moment of complete relaxation without ever having to leave their cabin or outdoor space. Massage therapist Cynthia travels to the accommodation with her massage table and all the necessary equipment, providing a convenient and personalized wellness experience in the comfort of the lodging itself. The service is available by reservation and requires a minimum of two massages per visit.
A New Venue for Weddings and Corporate Events
Auberge Le Parasol is continuing its development this fall with the construction of a brand-new reception hall, expected to host its first events this winter.
Created as part of the addition of a new floor to the main building, this versatile venue can accommodate up to 115 guests and can be divided into two separate spaces to meet a variety of needs. Designed for both weddings and conferences or corporate events, the new hall will help address a regional need by offering a venue capable of hosting groups while also providing on-site accommodations.
Économusée of the Master Tailor: A New Immersion into the World of Custom Fashion
Mikuniss will inaugurate its new Économusée space in November, dedicated to the craft of the master tailor, fashion design, and custom garment making. This immersive experience will showcase artisanal expertise through an exhibition of runway garments and an interpretive journey highlighting the history of the Robertson family, pioneers in the fur trade.
Through interactive stations, visitors will be able to explore the world of fashion creation and discover the various stages of garment production during a guided tour of the workshop. Hands-on activities will also be offered on-site, along with seasonal rotating exhibitions that will highlight different aspects of fashion design and textile craftsmanship.
This new attraction provides a unique opportunity to discover the creativity, heritage, and skilled craftsmanship behind custom-made fashion.
Chicoutimi’s 350th Anniversary Brings Winter 2027 to Life
The celebrations marking Chicoutimi’s 350th anniversary will continue throughout 2027 with a program highlighting the history, culture, and connections that have shaped the region since 1676. Under the theme “The Encounter”, the festivities will feature a wide range of activities, exhibitions, conferences, historical projects, and cultural events, inviting visitors to discover Chicoutimi from a new perspective.
One of the highlights of the winter season will be the immersive exhibition Nil, tshil, tshilanu – Step Into History: Where Encounters Shape the Land, presented at La Pulperie de Chicoutimi beginning February 27, 2027. Designed especially for young people and families, the exhibition immerses visitors in the world of the Chicoutimi trading post through the eyes of a young Ilnu boy, offering a unique and engaging perspective on the region’s history.
L’Ermitage Saint-Antoine prepares a new immersive experience for 2027
The Ermitage Saint-Antoine is set to enhance its tourism offering with the construction of a brand-new pavilion as part of the Bethléem Project, scheduled to open in 2027. This future Économusée will enrich the experience of the tens of thousands of visitors who already visit the sanctuary each summer, adding an immersive and interactive dimension to the site.
Through two complementary pathways, visitors will discover a rare expertise linked to host production (now brought back on-site) as well as a more playful component dedicated to the remarkable Victor Delamarre, a historical figure associated with the Ermitage. Demonstrations, interpretation, and contemporary staging will offer a fresh perspective on this lesser-known aspect of regional and religious heritage.
With Bethléem, the Ermitage is investing in a dynamic experience where heritage, culture, and discovery come together in a natural setting already appreciated for its peaceful and inspiring atmosphere.
Exode au Sommet
A New Way to Stay in the Heart of the Mountains
The team at Exode en Nature is expanding its accommodation offering with Exode au Sommet, a new area featuring six triangular lodging units nestled in the mountains of Sainte-Rose-du-Nord. Designed as true hotel rooms in the heart of nature, these units provide a flexible lodging experience, including the option to book a single-night stay.
Each unit is equipped with a kitchenette, a private electric hot tub, an outdoor fire pit, and an exclusive outdoor space, allowing guests to fully enjoy the surrounding natural setting. Visitors also have access to a fully equipped sanitary building that includes showers, washrooms, and laundry facilities. Committed to making the experience accessible to all, Exode en Nature also offers a unit adapted for guests with reduced mobility, featuring the amenities needed for a comfortable stay.
With this new project, the company is enhancing its accommodation offer and inviting visitors to discover the spectacular landscapes of Sainte-Rose-du-Nord in a warm and welcoming setting.
