Timeline
09:00
Grab a coffee and a map at Vélo Québec. The outdoor seating is perfect for planning the walk, and they provide free bicycle parking if you prefer to ride.
09:15
Walk 3 minutes ENE to Parc La Fontaine. Stroll the 34 hectares of urban park, enjoy the quiet morning atmosphere, and find a spot on the grass or near the artificial lake.
10:30
Head to Maam Bolduc for lunch. Located near the park, this regional restaurant serves huge portions of Quebecois food, including a famous poutine with bourguignonne sauce.
11:15
Walk 50 minutes SSW to Mount Royal Park. Take the paths through the wood to reach the summit for the best view of the city skyline.
Local tip
Check the route for transit options between the park and Mount Royal Park, as the walk is longer and crosses different neighborhoods. Maam Bolduc is open until 22:00, but arriving for lunch ensures a relaxed meal.
Check before you go
- Vélo Québec is open Mo-Th 08:30-19:00 and Fr-Su 09:00-20:00.
- Maam Bolduc is open Mo-Fr 07:30-22:00, Sa 08:00-22:00, and Su 08:30-22:00.
- Mount Royal Park is open all day, but the walk is 50 minutes from the anchor.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Montreal (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).