The Big Loop | Montérégie
Longueuil – Granby – Drummondville – Sorel-Tracy
This circuit, an integral part of the Route Verte, offers an unforgettable adventure through five of the most beautiful cycling paths in Montérégie. Get ready to be amazed by stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and authentic agricultural lands. As you ride through forests and fields, and follow peaceful waterways, you will encounter lively tourist destinations with a variety of services and attractions. Immerse yourself in nature and let the charm of this enchanting route captivate you!
Summary
Date: You can choose from mid-May to mid-October
Formula: self guided or fully autonomous
Trip length: 4 days
Distance: 280 km
Surfaces: 100% paved
Level of difficulty : 2
Day 1 | Montreal / Longueuil to Granby | 75 km
Day 2 | Granby to Drummondville | 70 km
Day 3 | Drummondville to Sorel-Tracy | 60 km
Day 4 | Sorel-Tracy to Longueuil / Montreal | 75 km
Cost of our services (taxes included)
«Self guided» formula – price for 2 people
$510: luggage transfer from one accommodation to the next for 4 days
*Does not include: the cost of accommodations (make your own reservations), meals, and transportation to the starting point.
If you are more than two people or if you want to customize or modify the duration of this bicycle trip, it is possible. Contact us for a custom quote.
« Fully autonomous » formula – price for 4 days of bike rental + 23L pannier + bike pickup and return at the starting point in Montreal
$202: Hybrid Bike
$323: e-Bike
Detailed Overview
🛏️ Overnight in Longueuil
Day 1 : Longueuil to Granby (75 km)
🚴 After exploring Old Longueuil, hop on the bike path and pedal through numerous parks and green spaces towards Chambly, a perfect spot for a gourmet break by the water. Several charming restaurants and boutiques await you near the Chambly Basin. Also visit Fort Chambly, a National Historic Site dating back to 1711, to understand its strategic importance. Then, get back on your bike and follow the Route des Champs, cycling through scenic countryside, orchards and farm land for a peaceful and pleasant experience. Upon reaching Rougemont, take a break to visit a vineyard or cider house. Finally, hop back on your bike and head to Granby, where you’ll be welcomed by its rich heritage and lively main street, where excellent chefs await you!
🌟 Possible attractions/stops: Fort-Chambly, Cidrerie Michel Jodoin, Granby Zoo, La Table à Mo, Bistro Kapzak
🛏️ Overnight in Granby
Day 2 : Granby to Drummondville (70 km)
🚴Starting from Granby, follow the Estriade, a cycling path that is part of the Route Verte, towards Roxton Pond. Along the way, you’ll pass by Lake Boivin, where you can admire artworks from the open-air museum Artria. Continue on the La Campagnarde cycling path until you reach Drummondville. Take a gourmet break in Acton Vale and visit the train station, where an exhibition on the railways offers insights into the region’s development. Continue your journey through wooded areas and fields until you arrive in Drummondville. Head downtown to enjoy beautiful terraces, lively evenings, and excellent dining options!
🌟 Possible attractions/stops: The open-air museum Artria, Lake Boivin Interpretation Centre, Roxton Falls (sawmill interpretation site), Acton Vale Train Station, Drummondville downtown
🛏️ Overnight in Drummondville
Day 3 : Drummondville to Sorel-Tracy (60 km)
🚴Begin your day by cycling along a section of the Circuit des Traditions, which follows the west bank of the Saint-François River. You’ll traverse breathtaking landscapes and enchanting woodlands. Next, take the quiet country roads typical of the region, winding between farms and agricultural fields towards Yamaska, where you’ll find yourself in the heart of picturesque countryside. Take a break to refuel, then continue your journey, finishing beautifully on the La Sauvagine bike path, crossing fields, woodlands, and agricultural lands until you reach Sorel-Tracy.
🌟 Possible attractions/stops: Biophare, Stratera: The Fabulous Archipelago (multimedia attraction), the Maison des Gouverneurs
🛏️ Overnight in Sorel-Tracy
Day 4 : Sorel-Tracy to Longueuil (75 km)
🚴Spend most of your day cycling along the majestic Saint Lawrence River by following Route Verte #3 and the La Riveraine bike path. Along the way, pass through the charming towns of Contrecoeur, Varennes, and Boucherville. When you arrive in Longueuil, take a moment to admire the stunning views of Montreal and the Biosphere.
🌟 Possible attractions/stops: Maison-Lenoblet-du-Plessis (Contrecoeur), Marguerite D’Youville Sanctuary (Varennes), the churches, Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine House (Boucherville), explore Old Longueuil, and the Open-Air Museum in Longueuil (Saint-Lambert)
🛏️ Overnight in Longueuil



