MonteVelo

Ottawa to Montreal

Enjoy a Leisurely Exploration of the Outaouais Region Between Ottawa and Montreal

MonteVelo is a three-day tour that connects two of Canada's most historic cities — Ottawa and Montreal.

Three Days of Cycling

MonteVelo is a bicycle tour where cyclists explore Canada's capital region and ride from Ottawa to Montréal. The gentle pace of this ride allows ample time to enjoy local attractions, or take side trips. Evenings will be a time to socialize. Breakfasts are provided by local hosts or in local restaurants.

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A Ride that Connects Two of Canada's Most Historic Cities

On the MonteVelo bike tour most of the riding is close to the Ottawa River. It's Rivière des Outaouais in French and the district opposite Ottawa on the Quebec side of the river is known locally as The Outaouais.

Canada's History is All Around You

Our trip starts in Ottawa. Arrive early and enjoy a leisurely day and explore the capital city, follow the paths alongside the Rideau Canada and have a relaxing lunch at the Byward Market. For a more challenging ride you can head to the Gatineau Hills and have lunch at the Mackenzie King Tearoom.

MonteVelo Goes to Montebello

Heading downriver towards Montreal is at the village of Montebello on the Quebec side of the river. The village has a chateau of that name and it is widely known as the largest log cabin in the world. The route travels through farm districts on both sides of the river and we're close to the water.

The Delta of the Ottawa River

At the end of the second day you are close to Lac des deux Montagnes (lake of two mountains). It is a broad delta where the Ottawa River empties into the St. Lawrence River just west and a bit north of Montreal. It is hilly as you get away from the river and the area is infamous for being a hideout for a member of the "The Great Train Robbery" gang in England in the 1960s.

Along the Lachine Canal to Montreal's Old Port

The final day takes us into Montreal and you cross the Ottawa River at the point where it flows into the St. Lawrence. The route into the city follows the river past the Lachine Rapids and on a summer day you can see surfers playing in the turbulent water.