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Montreal and Véloroute Gourmande – Day 4

With only 41 km to ride, we enjoyed a relaxed start and sunny skies. The trails were smooth, scenic, and rich with art and fall colour. After lunch in Granby, we followed Véloroute 4 into Bromont, a charming ski town with a lively main street. We settled into our historic apartment and ended the day content.

Montreal and Véloroute Gourmande – Day 3

We began our seven-day self-supported ride on the Véloroute Gourmande, leaving Montreal’s hills for riverside paths and canal trails. Despite some confusing signage, the ride was scenic and mostly on separated cycling routes. We passed murals, bridges, and autumn colors before finishing 85 km later in Farnham—tired, happy, and grateful for Quebec’s cycling culture.

Montreal and Véloroute Gourmande – Day 2

We layered up for a chilly 3° start and rode up Mont-Royal for stunning fall views from Kondiaronk Belvedere. After coffee in Gare Windsor, we explored Montreal’s incredible cycling network—past Bonaventure Park, Habitat 67, and Parc Jean-Drapeau. Crossing bridges and neighborhoods, we ended at Saint Joseph’s Oratory, grateful for perfect riding weather.

Montreal and Véloroute Gourmande – Day 1

Our 12-day bike adventure begins! After driving to Montreal, we’ll spend a couple of days exploring before riding the Véloroute Gourmande to Sherbrooke and looping back along the St. Lawrence. My trusty, rebuilt bike “Theseus” is ready. First stop: the Brockville Railway Tunnel, then on to Saint Joseph’s Oratory for the night.

Barrie and Penetanguishene – Day 1

Discover a scenic four-day cycling tour from Brampton to Barrie, Penetanguishene, and Midland. Ride quiet trails, pass through farmland and small towns, and enjoy colourful views along the Simcoe Loop. Day 1 highlights include local stops for food and quilting supplies, and a lakeside sunset over Kempenfelt Bay.

Barrie and Algonquin Highlands – Days 4 and 5

Rain couldn’t dampen our travel day as we packed up, and in Orillia celebrated with friends. The next day, I rode my first gran fondo of the year from Barrie to Brampton, joined by Barry and Cindy. With over 500 km cycled in two weeks, I’m training hard for Quebec in October.