Timeline
07:00
Find a quiet spot in Westmount Park to watch the sky lighten. The park is open early, giving you time to settle in before the sun crests the horizon.
07:30
Watch the sunrise. On January 15th the sun rises at 07:30, while in July it rises as early as 05:20. The golden light follows shortly after, bathing the city in warm tones.
08:15
Head to Bleu Blanc Rouge skating rink for a late breakfast or coffee. The rink is open from 09:00, which aligns perfectly with the post-sunrise hour in winter (09:00 is 90 minutes after a 07:30 sunrise).
08:30
Finish your morning with poutine at Pierrette patate, a local greasy spoon famous for its portions.
Local tip
Check the exact sunrise time for your visit date, as it shifts significantly between seasons. In July, you might want to start your walk 30 minutes earlier than the winter schedule.
Check before you go
- Westmount Park is accessible early, but verify opening hours for any specific gates if visiting in deep winter.
- Bleu Blanc Rouge is open from 09:00, so plan your breakfast stop accordingly.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Montreal (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).