Ramble along the Soulanges canal - Excursion d'un jour | Best Getaways

“Take a trip from St.Louis Lake to St.François Lake, by car or bicycle, and retrace the path of the first explorers as you discover the first lock canal and the first canal to be lit. But don’t let the adventure end there… continue on to the beach at St.François Lake for a refreshing dip in the lake! “

Attractions along your route:

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GPS Rally of the 7 Wonders of Vaudreuil-Soulanges

A different kind of treasure hunt! With your GPS in hand, set off on your bike to explore the Soulanges canal in a most original way. Fun for the entire family!

Departure from the information office of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

1 800 378-7648

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Théâtre des Cascades

Ostiguy et fils, a comedy by Neil Simon, starring Roger Léger, Suzanne Champagne, and four other actors. Visit our extraordinary site by the water.

2, chemin du Canal
Pointe-des-Cascades

1 866 494-8855

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Petit Pouvoir des Cèdres

Don't miss this! From the bike path or chemin du Fleuve, head down to this gem of a building, a former hydroelectric generating station that provided the power to illuminate the canal.

Les Cèdres

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Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site

Discover a magnificent site immersed in history, take part in historical interpretation activities, take a guided tour, or simply relax and enjoy a day out!

308 A, chemin du Fleuve
Coteau-du-Lac

450 763-5631 / 1 888 773-8888

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Saint-Zotique Beach

A day of fun for the whole family! Sandy beach, wading pool, aquatic equipment rentals, ice cream and snack bar, and boat docks.

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Autoroute 20 Ouest, Sortie 6, 81^e avenue
Saint-Zotique

450 267-3003

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Soulanges bike path

New signs were put up this year to guide cyclists along the Soulanges Canal. Follow the Soulanges Canal and discover wooded areas, fields, and picturesque archaeological remains in natural surroundings. 41-km paved multifunctional trail.

Level: Easy

1 800 378-7648

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Maritime shuttle Les Cèdres - Salaberry-de-Valleyfield

Cyclists and pedestrians can take a 5-minute ferry ride across the river and observe Les Cèdres from another vantage point.

Quai municipal des Cèdres en direction du Parc régional des îles de Saint-Timothée.

450 377-7676

Open:If weather permitting, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 21 to June 19 Saturday-Sunday and holidays. June 23 to September 5 from Thursday to Sunday and holidays. From July 24 to August 6 everyday.

Access: One way $2, round trip $3, 1 day pass $5, summer pass $20.

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How to cross the River?

Coteau Dams

A 4-km bike path linking Coteau-du-Lac with Salaberry-de-Valleyfield.

Level: easy.

Open: Everyday from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Hidden Treasures:

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Trésor du cacao

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