With its many itineraries, Lanaudière is a choice destination for cycling enthusiasts. Ride with the wind in your hair while admiring the St. Lawrence River? That's what awaits you on the Berthier Islands cycling circuit!
To start the Berthier Islands tour, take Route verte #5 on Chemin du Roy and explore the surrounding area with our suggestions for nearby attractions! Country roads and enchanting landscapes will guide you through this 77 km circuit. Farmland, picnic areas and the immensity of the nearby St. Lawrence River make this an ideal destination for a successful cycling holiday.
DISCOVER THE NEARBY ISLANDS
Take advantage of the ferry boat that links Île Dupas to Saint-Barthélemy. You can take a break while admiring the beauty of the landscape. The boat operates from Bastille Day to Labor Day, Friday to Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. And don't forget the famous ferry, which allows you to take advantage of Sorel's attractions, including Statera, a captivating immersive experience.
MUSEUMS AND HISTORICAL MONUMENTS
The Maison Rosalie-Cadron is an interpretation center located in Lavaltrie. This organization preserves, disseminates and interprets the incredible story of Rosalie Cadron-Jetté, as well as the lifestyle and skills of rural dwellers in the early 19th century, through exhibitions, workshops and events on these subjects. The Cuthbert Chapel is also nearby, offering guided tours and exhibitions between June 1 and Labour Day.
© Denisa Manuela, Feher
NATURE AND BIRDWATCHING
The SCIRBI trails are the ideal place to admire the region's characteristic fauna and biodiversity. Over 220 species of birds can be observed, as well as a wide variety of flora and fauna.
EPICURIAN?
Whether you're looking for a bite to eat, a cold beer to sip, a sweet tooth or a glass of wine, there's a wide range of interesting places to visit nearby. The famous doughnuts for which Délices d'Antan bakery is renowned will delight your taste buds. For hop lovers, the Locomotiv brewery awaits you with a fine microbrewery beer and a terrace ready to welcome you for a bite to eat.
EXTEND YOUR VISIT FOR A NIGHT... OR SEVERAL!
Nearby accommodation depends on your tastes! Looking for the comfort of a cozy hotel? Berthierville's Days Inn awaits you. The Pourvoirie Roger Gladu or the Pourvoirie du Lac Saint-Pierre are also excellent options if you want to (re)discover the fishing or outfitting experience. For a little more privacy, consider renting one of the many cottages available in the region.
The Berthier Islands cycling circuit is one of the region's real gems, and a day spent on it will convince you, so don't wait any longer and plan your next cycling getaway in Lanaudière.
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