20 Jul A new trail connecting the St. Lawrence River to the Plains of Abraham

A new trail connecting the St. Lawrence River to the Plains of Abraham

The National Battlefields Commission has created a new multifunctional trail linking the St. Lawrence River to the one of the most recognized prestigious urban parks in the world, the Plains of Abraham.

Upper Town Quebec City

Situated between the Upper Town of Quebec and the Samuel-de Champlain promenade, this unique trail runs alongside many of the city’s historical attractions as well as offering the stroller many panoramic views that are a testament to the city’s natural beauty.

The more than a kilometer-long trail, fully removed from the city’s vehicular traffic, is a specially designed naturalistic path bound to to satisfy lovers of hiking and biking.

The work, started in 2015, was completed in December of the same year at a cost of $3.7 million. Precautions were taken to minimize the impact on vegetation during the execution of the work. Efforts were made to preserve the unique outline of the cliff aligning the trail, assuring hikers the most exceptional views!

Security

Please note that the use of inline skates and skateboards are prohibited. The maximum speed limit is 10km/h due to the steepness of the cliff and some hairpin turns in places. The path is always well lit at night.

The official opening is scheduled for spring 2016