De la Fabrique Park – Green Route loop from Sainte-Rose

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De la Fabrique Park – Green Route loop from Sainte-Rose

Moderate

4.5

(18)

riders

De la Fabrique Park – Green Route loop from Sainte-Rose

02:46

47.5km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.29 km for 113 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

2.35 km

Berge des Baigneurs

Nature Reserve

2.77 km

De la Fabrique Park

Highlight • Trail

Nice pathway & great waterfront view of the Thousand Islands River & Marius-Dufresne bridge which connects Ste-Rose to Rosemère

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3.30 km

Canoe Rentals at Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles

Highlight • Rest Area

Launch straight into the Rivière des Mille Îles from the park's main rental centre and explore a maze of islands, marshes, and quiet waterways at your own pace. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, rowboats, and rabaskas are available to rent for three-hour blocks or a full day on a first-come, first-served basis. Your rental also helps support the conservation of the river's unique ecosystems and wildlife, making it a great way to experience the park from the water.

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19.1 km

Laval-sur-le-Lac

Highlight • Cycleway

Beautiful waterfront residences & pretty spot in front of St-Jean-Gualbert church & the small square with water fountains on Rue les Érables / RM20 bike path.

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36.2 km

Halte des Prairies

Highlight • Rest Area

🌿 Halte des Prairies – Gateway to Nature and Route Verte 1

Halte des Prairies is a peaceful & scenic riverside rest area located along Boulevard des Prairies in Laval-des-Rapides. This tranquil spot is strategically located and serves as a gateway for cyclists and pedestrians exploring the region's natural beauty.
Notably, it is a key access point to Route Verte 1, Quebec's extensive & legendary cycling network that spans the province from Gatineau to the Îles-de-la-Madeleine.

🚴 Route Verte 1 and the 🌉 Perry Island Bridge Connection

Route Verte 1 runs directly through Halte des Prairies, making it a natural rest or departure point for cyclists. From here, Route Verte 1 continues over the Perry Island Bridge—a historic metal railway bridge that has been adapted for pedestrian and cyclist use that's easily accessible to them.
This bridge is officially part of Route Verte 1 and plays a crucial role in local transportation, providing a direct link & serving as a key crossing between Laval and Montreal over the Rivière des Prairies.

Adjacent to the bridge is Île Perry (often affectionately called “Île aux Fesses” by longtime residents & locals), a small island that offers a unique and picturesque transition between the two cities which is accessible via the bridge and offers opportunities for exploration and recreation.

🌳 Nearby Parks and Trails

Once across the Perry Island Bridge, visitors can explore Parc Bernard-Landry, a primarily forested area. With its forested trails and charming pond, it offers natural beauty and is perfect for a short break or nature walk.
This park provides a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and complements the cycling experience along Route Verte 1.

🗺️ Planning Your Visit

Halte des Prairies offers a strategic and beautiful place to pause. It’s accessible by bike, foot, or public transit, and offers a smooth, scenic gateway into both Laval and Montreal via Route Verte 1. Whether you're embarking on a long-distance cycling journey or seeking a peaceful spot to enjoy nature, this rest area serves as an excellent starting point.

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41.8 km

Edinburgh Woods

Highlight • Forest

Bois d’Édimbourg is a forest oasis, with wooded trails and natural habitats nestled within the city’s landscape. The forest features paths suitable for walking and nature observation, with diverse tree cover, marshy patches, and typical southern Québec woodland ecology. As part of a network of woodlands that help buffer urban heat islands and support regional biodiversity, it creates a beautiful, peaceful backdrop for anyone riding or cycling through this area.

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43.5 km

Bois de Naples

Highlight • Natural

Bois de Naples is a beautiful urban woodland in the Vimont sector, part of a larger green corridor that encompasses several other woodlands and natural spaces. It's an inviting natural environment for cyclists and walkers, and, compared to other wooded areas in Laval, it lacks the development of formal trails and parks, making it an ideal spot to pause and take in the quiet scenery.

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46.9 km

Green Route

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Route Verte (Green Route) is North America’s largest cycling network, stretching thousands of kilometres across Québec and linking hundreds of communities with signed, mostly low-traffic routes for biking and walking. This section is popular with recreational riders and hikers, commuters, and long-distance touring cyclists, offering an easy, traffic-free way to explore Laval’s natural surroundings and city highlights, whether you’re on foot or on a bike.

Tip by

47.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types