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400 kilometres of bike paths to enjoy
Bike Paths
Explore lovely landscapes throughout the region while tanking up on fresh air!
A network of inline bike paths originates in the Old Port sector and extends throughout the Québec City Area.
Hop on your road, hybrid, or mountain bike and explore the city, its suburbs, and its green belt!
Main Cycling Routes
Services for Cyclists
Main Cycling Routes
Downtown
(1 route)
Accessible via the Old Port district, the Parc linéaire de la rivière Saint-Charles is perfect for stretching your legs without straying far from downtown.
1. Corridor de la Rivière-Saint-Charles - 9 km (5.5 mi.)
Features:
- Completely separated from motor vehicle traffic
- Loop route running along both banks of Rivière-Saint-Charles
- Main attraction along the route: Cartier-Brébeuf Historic National Site
In the Suburbs
(2 routes)
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These linear routes let you safely pedal from downtown to many of the area’s major attractions.
1. Corridor des Cheminots - 22 km (13.5 mi.)
Features :
- Crosses the residential neighbourhoods in Québec City’s northern suburb
- Offers many points of service
- Section of the Route verte
- Main attractions along the route: Domaine Maizerets and Wendake
2. Corridor du Littoral - 50 km (31 mi.)
Features :
- Many sections along the St. Lawrence River
- Mostly flat route
- Main attractions along the route: Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, Promenade Samuel-de-Champlain, Aquarium du Québec
Portneuf and Jacques-Cartier
(1 route)
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Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier / Portneuf is a rails-to-trail path directly linked to downtown Québec City via Corridor des Cheminots.
Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier / Portneuf – 68 km (42.5 mi.)
Features:
- Crushed stone dust surface
- Beautiful scenery including lakes, rivers, and mountains
- Main attractions along the route: Station touristique Duchesnay, Super Labyrinthe Inukshuk and Réserve faunique de Portneuf
Portneuf
(3 routes)
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The Portneuf region is known for its legendary Chemin du Roy, charming villages, and breathtaking natural surroundings.
1. Chemin du Roy (Portneuf section) – 56 km (35 mi.)
Features:
- Many scenic viewpoints along the St. Lawrence River, including the Portneuf deep-water wharf and Centre d'interprétation du Chemin du Roy
- Crosses three villages recognized by the Most Beautiful Villages of Québec Association: Neuville, Cap-Santé, and Deschambault-Grondines
- Main attractions along the route: Ferme Langlois et fils, Moulin de la Chevrotière and Vieux Presbytère de Deschambault
2. Piste Dansereau/La liseuse – 15 km (9.5 mi.)
Features:
- Magnificent rest and picnic areas along Rivière Jacques-Cartier
- Completely separated from motor vehicle traffic and surrounded by nature
3. Véloroute Portneuvoise - 89 km (55 mi.)
Features:
- Runs partially along Rivière Sainte-Anne
- Criss-crosses charming villages bordered by fertile farmland
- Main attractions along the route: Secteur des gorges de la rivière Sainte-Anne and Parc naturel régional de Portneuf
Île d’Orléans
(2 routes)
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Tour Île d’Orléans and explore one of the oldest settlements in New France with its many magnificently preserved historic buildings.
1. Circuit Félix Leclerc – 67 km (41.5 mi.)
Features:
- Paved shoulders along a main road that narrow in the heart of the island’s villages
- Offers an amazing foodie experience and many picnic areas
- Main attractions along the route: Cassis Monna & filles and Fromages de l’Isle d’Orléans
Note: It is best to use this route during the week because the high volume of motor vehicle traffic on weekends and during peak hours presents risks for cyclists.
2. Circuit des clochers - 39 km (24 mi.)
Features:
- Rich religious heritage
- Uninterrupted views of the St. Lawrence River and the surrounding hills
- Main attractions along the route: Maison de nos Aïeux/Maison Drouin and Parc maritime de Saint-Laurent
Côte-de-Beaupré
(2 routes)
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Explore the heritage and culture of Côte-de-Beaupré—a paradise for all-season adventure lovers—on the New France Route.
1. Véloroute Marie-Hélène Prémont - 55 km (34 mi.)
Features:
- Ride through the heart of French America’s first villages on the Route de la Nouvelle- France
- Rich architectural heritage (old homes, bread ovens, chapels)
- Main attractions along the route: Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, Mont-Sainte-Anne
2. Circuit du Cap Tourmente – 10 km (6 mi.)
Features:
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In the fall and the spring, you may encounter the greater snow goose
- Main attractions along the route: Cap Tourmente National Wildlife Area and Église de Saint-Joachim (church), one of Quebec's oldest.
Rentals, Repairs and Organized Cycling Tours
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Cyclist Events
Explore the area from a different angle or take up a challenge with the variety of cycling races that are organized during summer. Québec City and Area also hosts many major cycling events, such as UCI WorldTour Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec, where you’ll have fun admiring the performances of the world’s best athletes, both in road cycling and mountain biking. Consult the calendar of cycling events for more details.
The Route Verte
The Route Verte bikeway network stretches more than 5,000 kilometres, linking many regions from one end of our vast province to the other.
Welcome Cyclists Accomodation
Businesses displaying a Bienvenue Cyclistes! certificate have services that meet the needs of cyclists. Many establishments in the Québec City region display it proudly.
Check out the places to go mountain biking in the Québec City Area.
