Roberval on Lac Saint-Jean

On Lac Saint-Jean, Roberval combines waterfront experiences with cultural heritage, regional baking history, and winter activities. Plage Pointe-Scott, the marina, and the Véloroute des Bleuets cycling route appeal to different interests; the Festival d'hiver and the Village sur glace add further seasonal highlights. When choosing your vacation rental, consider which of these sides of the town you want to shape your trip most.

Beach, Lake, and Cycling Route

Plage Pointe-Scott is close to the town center. It has supervised swimming and beach volleyball courts; walks along the shore are also possible. The beach offers an impressive view of Lac Saint-Jean. Swings and picnic tables round out the amenities. If you like to include a variety of activities in your trip, you’ll find water, exercise, and a chance to take a break at a picnic table here—without having to follow a set daily schedule.

The Marina de Roberval provides direct access to Lac Saint-Jean and access to the Véloroute des Bleuets cycling route. This offers two different starting points for your explorations: the lake and cycling. If you like to plan your trip around cycling, you can take the route access into account as you explore; if you want to focus on the water, the marina is a suitable reference point.

Cultural Heritage and Local Discoveries

The Couvent des Ursulines is a heritage-designated building on the shore of Lac Saint-Jean in Roberval’s institutional district. It was built as a convent in 1925 and 1926. The Couvent stands on gently sloping grounds planted with old trees. Its historical significance and lakeside location offer a different facet of the area from its beach and recreational attractions.

Another discovery awaits at the Économusée – Boulangerie Perron. Visitors can step inside, enjoy the aroma of bread and pastries, and learn about the bakery’s history. If you want to explore regional everyday culture as well as outdoor activities on your trip, you can plan this visit as a separate stop.

Summer and Winter Experiences

Every summer in late July, Roberval hosts the Traversée internationale du lac Saint-Jean. The Festival d'hiver has been held every year since 1989. Its events include an ice pétanque tournament and acceleration races for 4x4 trucks. These two festivals represent different travel seasons and very different event experiences; when planning, check which one fits your preferred travel dates.

At the Village sur glace, visitors can skate on a large ice loop and use snowshoe and fat-bike trails. If you like being active outdoors on vacation, you can choose between skating and the available trails. For families traveling together, these activities offer different ideas to add to your itinerary according to your interests.

Green Spaces and Other Destinations

The Forêt et jardins nourriciers de Roberval invites visitors to explore the grounds and follow its paths. The Jardin des Ursulines offers a place to walk and relax. Together with the beach, lake, and activity-focused attractions, these places show different ways to discover Roberval—from a path through the gardens to activities on the ice.

You can also include other destinations in your travel plans: Saint-Félicien, Saint-Prime, Lac-Bouchette, Sainte-Hedwidge-De-Roberval, Métabetchouan-Lac-À-La-Croix and La Doré.

For ATV riders, Club VTT Les amis (es) du Lac inc. provides access to downtown Roberval at any time via ATV trails. If you’re traveling by ATV, you can keep this special access option in mind as you explore. The vacation rental that best suits your trip depends on whether you want to discover Roberval primarily for its lake, culture, events, or outdoor activities.

For the broader travel overview: Le Domaine-Du-Roy.