To discover by bicycle

Quebec City has hundreds of miles of bike paths to discover, you will find our ideas summarized here:

Cycling paths in the Quebec city region

Walking map of the city

  • A few moderate climbs in the Upper Town, relatively flat for the rest of the journey (We’ll suggest the best route up to the Upper Town).
  • Cycling on streets shared with cars, for intermediate cyclists
  • Historic and cultural stops (Château Frontenac, Notre-Dame Cathedral, etc.)
  • An island of freshness and nature on the Plains of Abraham (3 km from our store)
  • Numerous viewpoints on the St Lawrence River
  • Option to take the Côte Gilmour bike path from the Plains of Abraham to the Promenade Samuel-de-Champlain along the river.

  • Flat route suitable for all
  • Bike path separate from the road
  • Round trip: ride the distance that suits you!
  • Breathtaking views of the river along the way
  • Plenty of green spots to stop off at
  • Sandy beach and infinity pool 6km from our store

  • 9 km loop along the Saint-Charles River
  • Flat path in nature, suitable for everyone
  • Access to the Farmers’ Market and many local products (4.5km from our store)
  • Several microbreweries to discover in Saint-Roch district (Noctem, Korrigane,
    Barberie…)
  • Several distilleries to discover (Apikol, Stadaconé…)
  • Experience local culture as you explore the backstreets of the young and dynamic districts of Limoilou and St-Roch.

  • Asphalt track with low gradient, separated from the road
  • Option to take a bike path with high gradient to the top of the falls.
  • Suitable for all
  • 26 km round trip
  • Domaine Maizerets Park 3.7km from our store
  • Baie de Beauport 8km from our store (beach, foodtrucks, shops)
  • Footbridges, suspension bridge and cable car to see the Montmorency Falls from every angle
  • Option to combine with the Saint-Charles River bike path and go to the Farmers’ market

  • Asphalt track with low gradient
  • Take the river shuttle to Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, 2 minutes from our store (approx. 1-hour ride).
  • Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Sanctuary
  • 37 km from our store
  • Saint-Joachim village and Cap Tourmente wildlife reserve respectively  9km and 12,5 km from Saint-Anne-de-Beaupré
  • Beaux-Prés microbrewery

  • Bike path with low gradient, separate from the road.
  • Round trip: ride the distance that suits you!
  • Accessible by ferry from Quebec City (less than 1 km from the store, then a 12-minute crossing).
  • Great views at all times and plenty of green spots to stop off at.
  • Quai Paquet and Le Corsaire microbrewery
  • Old Lévis

  • Bicycle path separated from the road (Note that there are several roads to cross)
  • Former railway
  • Continuous uphill on the outward journey, the electric assistance is here to help you!
  • First Nations Hotel-Museum in Wendake, 16 km from our store
  • Kabir Kouba waterfall
  • Beautiful view of Quebec City on the way back (slightly downhill all the way)
  • Option to extend the route by taking the Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier Portneuf.

  • Accessible via the Corridor du Littoral, a bike path with low gradient running alongside the river
  • Streets shared with cars for the rest of the journey
  • Quebec City’s Aquarium
  • Jacques-Cartier Beach Park, 16 km from our store. Waterfront path, pebble beach and picnic tables.
    (Note that there is a considerable downhill to get there).
  • Cap-Rouge water sports park
  • Léon Provancher House in old Cap-Rouge

  • Asphalt path with low gradient (or with gradient via Avenue Royale)
  • The path passes by the Montmorency Falls
  • Visit the Domaine l’Ange Gardien vineyard
  • Discover the colonial houses of Avenue Royale
  • A route rich in history and cultural heritage, views and local produce from farms along the way