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Grèves regional park
Information
Country	Canada
Region	Quebec ​Monteregie
IUCN Category	V (Protected land or seascape)
Administration	Solidarity cooperative of the Grèves regional park
Watercourse	Saint Laurent
Minimum altitude	6 m
Maximum altitude	20 m
Area	0,83 km²
Location
45 ° 58 ′ 36 ″ N 73 ° 10 ′ 53 ″ W
Official site
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the regional park of Greves is a protected area canadian located straddling the localities of Reluctantly and of Sorel-Tracy in Monteregie. It is managed with the aim of ensuring the conservation of the landscapes at the same time as organizing recreational activities.

Understand

Following the 2020 territorial expansion, all the lots protected by different types of conservation agreements in the Parc régional des Grèves cover an area of 83.21 ha. The protection zone covers around sixty hectares.

The south-eastern shore of the St.Lawrence River borders the regional park for approximately 2 km. The park's hiking trails extend over 14 km. It has two reception stations that provide parking for visitors. These reception stations make it possible to accommodate park users and offer basic services for recreational and tourist activities.

Tourist information

All information can be obtained at the two park entrances:

• 45.98658-73.166951 Sorel-Tracy Home (chalet Jean-Paul Dubois) 3100 chemin du Golf, Sorel-Tracy J3R 0E9,   1 450 7805731, e-mail : [email protected]  Mon.- Sun. : 9 h - 17 h. – (2 terminals). (last updated Nov 2020)
• 45.97648-73.181362 Home of Contrecoeur (Colony of Greaves) 10350 route Marie-Victorin, Contrecœur J0L 1C0,   1 450 7424767, e-mail : [email protected] from 22 august to 23 june : Mon.- Sun. : 9 h - 17 h, from June 24 to 21st of August : sat.- Sun. : 9 h - 17 h. Outside reception opening hours, the car park is also closed but the park remains accessible to pedestrians. –  (last updated Nov 2020)

Story

In 2006, four partners (Rio Tinto Fer et Titane, the Cégep de Sorel-Tracy, the Colonie des Grèves and the non-profit organization Kinéglobe) joined forces with the towns of Contrecœur and Sorel-Tracy to form the “Cooperative of solidarity of the regional park of Grèves ”, which aims to develop this area into a regional park to improve the offer of recreational and tourist activities.

In 2009, the town of Contrecoeur and Nature-Action Québec joined forces to acquire part of the Bois de Contrecoeur, or 65 hectares, which belonged to the Les Grèves summer camp. This acquisition was made financially possible thanks to the participation of the Metropolitan Community of Montreal (CMM), the Hydro-Quebec Foundation for the Environment (FHQE), the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment and Parks (MDDEP) as well as than the town of Contrecoeur. These partners recognized the exceptional forest ecosystem of Bois de Contrecœur.

In 2010, a walk along the coast of the St. Lawrence River was carried out in order to enhance the site while protecting nature. In 2010, the four partners launched the 2.5 million aimed mainly at developing the hill (site P-84) of mine tailings about 500 meters wide, 2 kilometers long and 35 meters high. This site, which is located between Autoroute 30 and Route 132, occupies 290 hectares. The objective was then to enhance this site by creating a tourist recreation area.

In 2016, the Union of Quebec Municipalities (UMQ) jointly awarded the “Your Favorite” prize to the towns of Contrecoeur and Sorel-Tracy to reward their initiatives aimed at developing the Grèves regional park.

In 2019, a grant of 53 000 $ C (~35 398,23 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 39,120.53 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 42,736.25 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 23,207,293.27 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021) is granted by the Support Fund for the Outreach of the Regions (FARR) in order to build various facilities in the park while 99 000 $ C (~66 121,22 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 73,074.2 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 79,828.09 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 43,349,472.34 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021) are granted for upgrading the infrastructure of the Les Grèves summer camp. This sum was used in particular for the development of an outdoor climbing wall, the addition of two new interpretation stations, the installation of new outdoor furniture for the rest areas, and the redevelopment of the parking lot in the pavilion. reception of Sorel-Tracy, in order to promote recreational and tourist activities, in particular by improving infrastructures on the interpretation of nature.

In November 2019, a perpetual conservation easement was granted on eight lots acquired since 2009. This initiative is part of the sustainable development of the city of Contrecoeur in order to preserve the natural state of the Parc des Grèves.

In 2020, thanks to an investment of 190 000 $ C (~126 899,32 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 140,243.41 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 153,205.42 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 83,195,957.02 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021) Jointly created by the city of Contrecoeur and Nature-Action Québec, the regional park's conservation zone is expanding by 15 hectares on the territory of Contrecoeur. This expansion for environmental purposes concerns two lots with joint ownership agreement.

This 2020 acquisition is part of the “Green and blue network of Greater Montreal” which aims to protect and enhance natural environments, landscapes and built heritage. It is an integrated and global perspective, which is based on local initiatives at the scale of Greater Montreal.

To go

By public transport

• 45.9766-73.180481 hello exo ,   1 450 7434411, 1 800 2681436 (free call)  rate calculator. – bus n^o700Longueuil ↔ Sorel-Tracy stop "Marie-Victorin / opposite # 10350 » (last updated Nov 2020)

By car

Join the highway (Vaudreuil-Dorion ↔ Sorel-Tracy)

• for the Sorel-Tracy reception, take exit n^o135 "Chemin du Golf" and follow the direction Golf path Where is.
• for the reception of Contrecoeur:
  • coming from the north, take exit n^o135 "Chemin du Golf" and follow the direction Golf path Where is and, at the end, turn left and take the road  ;
  • coming from the south, take exit n^o126 "Montée Saint-Roch" and follow the direction Reluctantly and, at the end, turn right and take the road .

By bike

The green route not^o 3 Salaberry-de-Valleyfield ↔ Saint-Francois-du-Lac goes through the road .

Circulate

The trails and tracks are only accessible on foot or, in winter, on snowshoes. Some are also accessible to cross-country skiing in winter. Dogs, other than guide dogs, are prohibited from entering. All trails are accessible to PMR, note however that slatted paths are not equipped with safety rails.

• Map  – Map and information on tracks and trails. Such a card exists physically at each of the reception points and can easily be photographed. (last updated Nov 2020)

To see

The park offers distinctive biodiversity in terms of:

• vegetal: mature mixed forest including a century-old pine forest, red oak grove with white pines, a section with 260 floral species and 360 species of mushrooms, 29 of which are considered rare. The forest in a humid environment is mainly composed of conifers (spruce, fir, larch and pines);
• animal: 79 species of birds, some of which usually live in the boreal forest of northern Quebec. In this park, ten species of anurans (an order of amphibians), salamanders and reptiles have been identified;
• wetlands: the park has 15 wetlands including a bog of 10 ha.

Do

Main activities in the park

Trail walking is very popular, as is nature and river observation. This park has two heritage interpretation sites, one at the Contrecœur reception and the other at the Sorel-Tracy reception.

Winter activities

In winter, snowshoers and cross-country skiers (cross-country skiing) can venture out on the trails set up in the territory of the park. In winter, the park provides the public with tube sliding lanes near the Bernard-Landry trail, in the area between Route 132 and the railway line.

Summer activities

• The promenade along the river coast with an observation belvedere (near the Contrecoeur reception) of aquatic life and activities on the river.
• The Bernard-Landry trail takes place in the hebertism zone (between Route 132 and the railway), opposite the Contrecoeur reception. In this area there is a mini-farm, a climbing wall and a tube slide (in winter).
• The Ruisseau trail has an elevated wooden pedestrian bridge stretching over more than a kilometer; it improves the observation of fauna, flora and nature in general. Nature interpretation stations are set up there.
• The Sablières trail (in the eastern part) giving access to the Savoyane observatory where visitors observe a peat bog marsh.

Ornithology and mycology enthusiasts and nature lovers regularly come to visit this regional park. Some circles organize excursions there, depending on the season.

Multifunctional trail network

This regional park has a network of 11 multifunctional trails (walking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing) over more than 14 km which are accessible in all seasons. This regional park offers 9 km cross-country ski trails, 5 km skating tracks and 9 km snowshoeing and winter walking trails. The distance between the two reception stations is 12 km. Parking and access to the trails are free.

Hiking trails in the park

	Walking path	Length	Type	Level	Seasons
1	Walk on the river	0.6 km	Linear	Beginner	All seasons
2	Oaks	1.2 km	Loop	Beginner	All seasons
3	Bernard-Landry	1.3 km	Loop	Beginner	All seasons
4	Chickadees Ruisseau grand Pic B-Landry	11 km	Mixed	Beginner	All seasons
5	Pines des Côtes	2.8 km	Mixed	Beginner	All seasons
6	Chickadees	3.6 km	Linear	Beginner	All seasons
7	Sand pits	3.8 km	Linear	Beginner	All seasons
8	Pines	4.2 km	Linear	Beginner	All seasons
9	Bernard-Landry de Grand Pic	4.5 km	Loop	Beginner	All seasons
10	Chickadees of the Ruisseau	5.5 km	Linear	Beginner	All seasons
11	Sablières du Ruisseau	6.0 km	Linear	Beginner	All seasons

Equipment rental service

Visitors to the park must bring their hiking equipment: ski touring, snowshoeing, walking stick, camera, etc. In summer, the park offers canoe rental and sailing lessons.

Eat

For those who have taken their food, the many picnic areas provided allow them to eat, sometimes even sheltered from bad weather.

For those who have not taken anything, there is only one place in the park to eat. Otherwise, you will have to go via the highway n^o 30, minimum 4.5 kilometers to the north, to Tracy or via route n^o 132, at least 14 kilometers to the south, in the center of Reluctantly.

• 45.97673-73.181241 In the heart of the Grèves 10350 route Marie-Victorin, Contrecœur J0L 1C0,   1 450 7424767 mid-December to mid-March: Mon.- Sun. : 9 h - 17 h. – Cafeteria with a capacity of 120 people. (last updated Nov 2020)

Have a drink / Go out

The only place to enjoy a drink is the cafeteria In the heart of the Grèves. However, a drinking water point is made available in each of the two reception centers.

Events

• Snowflake festival 10350 route Marie-Victorin, Contrecoeur J0L 1C0 (in the Colony of Grèves),   1 450 7424767 January: 3^esat. : 17 h - 22 h and 3^eSun. : 10 h - 16 h. free admission. – Fairy and illuminated trail, crowd and fire-breathing animators, dog sled rides (for a fee), hire of tubes, skates and snowshoes (free). (last updated Nov 2020)
• The Monstrous 10350 route Marie-Victorin, Contrecoeur J0L 1C0 (in the Colony of Grèves),   1 450 7424767  Fri.- sat. : 18 h 30 - 21 h 30 previous to October 31.  5 $ C (~3,34 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 3.69 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 4.03 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 2 189.37 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021). – Haunted mansion, bewitched chapel as well as several decorated and animated pavilions. Distribution of confectionery to children. (last updated Nov 2020)

Housing

• Colony of Greaves 10350 route Marie-Victorin, Contrecœur J0L 1C0 (in the building ofHome of Contrecœur),   1 450 7424767, e-mail : [email protected] (last updated Nov 2020)
  • 45.9805-73.18091 Chalets (per night) single chalet: 165 $ C (~110,2 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 121.79 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 133.05 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 72,249.12 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021), double chalet: 300 $ C (~200,37 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 221.44 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 241.9 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 131,362.04 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021). – 6 single chalets for 3 to 8 people and 1 double chalet by the river. Usable in all seasons with equipped kitchen, terrace with barbecue and outdoor furniture. (last updated Nov 2020)
  • 45.9786-73.18132 Auberge Édouard-Gouin (per night) from 840 $ C (~561,03 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 620.02 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 677.33 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 367,813.7 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021). – 14 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and 2 powder rooms for a maximum of 33 people. Usable in all seasons with equipped kitchen, barbecue and outdoor furniture. (last updated Nov 2020)
  • 45.9758-73.1833 Auberge Édouard-Gagnon (per night) from 840 $ C (~561,03 € - course of 04/27/2021) (~ 620.02 Fr. - price of 04/27/2021) (~ $ 677.33 - class on 04/27/2021) (~ 367,813.7 F CFA - price of 04/27/2021). – 7 rooms for 6 people and 1 room for 2 people. Can be used in all seasons without a fitted kitchen. 2 outdoor sanitary blocks. (last updated Nov 2020)

Outside the park you will find at Sorel-Tracy a hotel and four motels, including one in "The strikes » (1,2 km north ofHome of Contrecœur).

Communicate

The reception of telephone signals is of good quality on the majority of the surface of the park.

Manage the day-to-day

Security

In the event of a serious problem, emergency evacuation beacons are installed at several trail intersections. In case of emergency, dial <phone: 911>, enter the number (composed of 3 digits followed by a dash then 2 other digits) of the nearest beacon and specify that it is an “off-road” intervention.

Health

The two reception centers are each equipped with a first aid station for first aid.

General practitioners, pharmacies and veterinarians are present at Sorel-Tracy and to Reluctantly. You will find opticians-eyewear only in Sorel-Tracy.

The hospital, with the nearest emergency department, is the Hôtel-Dieu hospital center To Sorel (46.0456-73.09633 Emergency entrance by the avenue of the Hôtel-Dieu   1 450 7466100)

Respect

• Park regulations  – Safety regulations and advice. (last updated Nov 2020)

Around

• 45.6539-72.96141 Les Salines Park (south-southeast) – Recreational area similar to the regional park of Grèves. (last updated Nov 2020)
• 45.86487-73.146652 Saint-Ours Canal National Historic Site (South) – The only lock in the Saint-Ours canal. Inaugurated in 1849, the canal was classified a national historic site of Canada in 1929. Note on the left bank, near the dam accessible to pedestrians, a fish ladder with 17 levels fitted with anti-deflectors.vortex. (last updated Nov 2020)
• 45.449444-73.2769443 Fort of Chambly  – classified as a national historic site of Canada since 1920 (last updated Nov 2020)
• 45.8641-73.25074 Contrecœur Islands National Wildlife Area (south-southwest) – It is one of the eight national wildlife reserves in Quebec. With an area of 312 hectares, its main purpose is to protect the nesting sites of the waterfowl. It is only possible to get there by boat and it is prohibited during the nesting period. (last updated Nov 2020)
• 45.499-73.6085 Montreal (south-southwest) – The largest metropolis in Quebec. (last updated Nov 2020)