Parc De La Cité - Hiking

What are the comments and evaluations from the community?

Lizzie Ranallo

Even in Winter it is still a good place to meet with friends for coffee in closed and warm atmosphere with beautifull view

4 years ago

Starting Point

The trailhead for Parc De La Cité is located at the corner of Notre-Dame and Saint-Charles streets in Sainte-Julie.

Why visit Parc De La Cité

The Parc de la Cité is located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Montérégie. This municipal park consists of a lake and several walking and cycling trails. There is also a playground for children and a soccer field. The lake is ideal for swimming, fishing and boating.

Things not to be missed

Activities to do near De La Cité Park in Monteregie depend on the season. During the summer, must-do activities include swimming, canoeing and kayaking on Lake Saint-Francis. Golf enthusiasts can also enjoy their favorite sport, as the park has an 18-hole course. During the winter, winter sports take over, including the possibility of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing on the park's trails.

Activities:

-Parc De La Cité: a huge park with a multitude of possible activities (ice rink, soccer field, etc.)

-Public Market: a covered market offering a wide variety of fresh and artisanal products

-Musée du Fort Saint-Jean: a museum located on the banks of the Richelieu River offering exhibits on the history and culture of the region

-Boat rides: a boat ride on the Richelieu River is a great way to discover the region

Where to eat:

1. At the foot of the Cité tower

2. In the gardens of the Château de La Prairie

3. In the shade of the trees of the Fort-Chambly park

4. On the banks of the Richelieu River, in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

5. Inside the abbey of Saint-Benoît-du-Lac