Salaberry-De-Valleyfield

Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is a lively destination with a maritime-inspired downtown, less than 50 minutes west of Montréal. Cycling trails, waterfront areas, water activities and culture showcase different sides of the town. The Régates de Valleyfield bring hydroplane racing to the bay of Lac Saint-François, while MUSO offers workshops for families and interactive discoveries. As you plan your vacation, you can decide whether to focus on outdoor activities, things to do on the water, the town’s history or a major event.

Explore the City and Parks by Bike

A 70-kilometre network of cycling trails opens up the downtown area, runs through parks and follows the shore of Lac Saint-François. When planning your trip, you can choose to focus on exploring the town, enjoying green spaces or taking in the waterfront scenery. If you enjoy staying active, the cycling network offers a practical starting point for planning your vacation: the trails pass through a variety of settings rather than focusing on a single destination. This may be a helpful consideration when choosing a vacation rental if cycling is an important part of your trip.

Water Activities, Sports and a Promenade

Parc Delpha-Sauvé is home to an outdoor water complex with the largest heated outdoor pool in the region. It features eight lap lanes, a lazy river and a water slide. Accessible entry is available for people with reduced mobility. The park also has four tennis courts. This means you can choose from both water activities and tennis.

Pedal boats, canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available to rent at the beach, along with beach games. Those interested in water activities will find a different range of options here than at the outdoor pool. A promenade runs along the Vieux Canal, offering another way to include a waterside stroll in your stay. Depending on your preferences, you can choose between sports, a range of water activities and a walk.

Culture and Special Events

The present-day Sainte-Cécile Basilica-Cathedral was built in 1935, after the first basilica-cathedral burned down in 1933. Reconstruction work was carried out following a second fire in 2002. MUSO offers temporary exhibitions, creative workshops for families, as well as interactive guided tours and walking tours of the city. Families can include workshops in their cultural explorations, while those interested in the city can also find guided and interactive experiences at MUSO.

The Régates de Valleyfield are among Québec’s largest events, welcoming tens of thousands of spectators. For more than 80 years, they have brought a hydroplane spectacle to the bay of Lac Saint-François. The races take place in the heart of downtown and include stage entertainment, with events spread over two weekends. For festivalgoers in the region, the Régates are a sporting and cultural event. The Tour des Régates offers a vantage point overlooking Salaberry-de-Valleyfield and Lac Saint-François. The tower stands in Parc Delpha-Sauvé, in the heart of downtown and among its attractions.

Choose the Right Focus for Your Vacation

Your preferred pace of travel may be an important factor when choosing a vacation rental: would you like your trip to leave plenty of room for bike rides, offer cultural insights or revolve around the Régates? If you’d like to discover other destinations, you can also explore Beauharnois.

For the broader travel overview: Beauharnois-Salaberry.