Coteau du Lac
Guided ArchaeoStroll by bike
August 10, 2024
9h30 à midi
About
Let the guides of Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site and Parc du canal de Soulanges lead you on a tour rich in history and featuring the impressive landscapes of the canalization of the St. Lawrence River.
Length: 150 minutes (two and a half hours) for a 17 km route
Fees and reservations: the activity costs $10 per person (plus taxes) and reservations must be made by calling 450-763-5631 or booking on the on the Parc du canal de Soulanges's website.
Recommended gear: you can use your own bike and helmet, but the Parc du canal de Soulanges can lend you one upon request.
Languages: English and French
Target audience: recommended for history and archaeology buffs aged 16 and over. Not recommended for children or people with disabilities.
Starting point: at the Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site Visitor Centre
Length: 150 minutes (two and a half hours) for a 17 km route
Fees and reservations: the activity costs $10 per person (plus taxes) and reservations must be made by calling 450-763-5631 or booking on the on the Parc du canal de Soulanges's website.
Recommended gear: you can use your own bike and helmet, but the Parc du canal de Soulanges can lend you one upon request.
Languages: English and French
Target audience: recommended for history and archaeology buffs aged 16 and over. Not recommended for children or people with disabilities.
Starting point: at the Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site Visitor Centre
Contact
Location
Where's the fun?
Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac
308-A, chemin du Fleuve - Coteau du Lac, Québec J0P 1B0
Visit the Lieu historique national de Coteau-du-Lac, home to one of the oldest lock canals in North America as well as the remains of a British fortification. The site brings together over 7,000 years of history along the shores of Lake Saint-François. Explore it by walking the grounds and learning from the interpretive panels available on-site. Enjoy the ever-present natural surroundings and take the opportunity to have a picnic! Consider getting there by bike, as the site is easily accessible via the region’s cycling network. An on-site tourist information station will help you discover other attractions in the area. Now, step into a place rich in history!
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