Xstrata Copper, fonderie Horne

Présentation

Started up in 1927, this complex is still today one of the most important world producers of copper and precious metals. At first destined to the exclusive extraction and processing of its own ore, the company was, early on, poised to meet an international demand by offering ore and other metal material smelting-type services.

Admission

Free

Schedule

Guided tours: June 24 to Labor Day, daily, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by reservation. Schedule subject to changen without notice. Please call before you plan your visit.

Off season: visit possible for group by reservation and according to availability.

Average duration of a visit

2 hours

General

Visitor reception: 1, avenue Carter, Rouyn-Noranda

Minimum age: 12 years old.