Cycling: 5 summer getaways
By David C, April 16 2025
If you’re a cycling enthusiast, the region of Portneuf is a paradise to explore on two wheels! Whether you’re a beginner or an expert cyclist, you’ll find routes to suit all levels. From Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier/Portneuf for families to Vallée Bras-du-Nord for mountain bikers, there’s something for everyone in this magnificent landscape. Here are 4 summer cycling getaways and a few food suggestions to liven up your trip!
Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier/Portneuf
The Vélopiste Jacques-Cartier/Portneuf trail was built on the former 68-km railway right-of-way that connected Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier and Rivière-à-Pierre. Easily accessible, the bike trail offers a variety of landscapes, charming rest and picnic spots, and even rustic campsites accessible only by bike. Passing through Saint-Raymond, there are a number of restaurants and snack bars where you can catch a breather and taste the local flavours.
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Véloroute portneuvoise
This 100% regional cycling route starting in Deschambault-Grondines allows visitors to ride through the upcountry of the region of Portneuf. Visit Saint-Alban and Parc régional de Portneuf, Saint Ubalde and Saint-Casimir while taking in the peaceful pastoral surroundings! Enjoy a picnic with local produce! Along the trail, Magasin Général Paré and Fromagerie des Grondines in Deschambault, as well as Les Grands Bois microbrewery and several snack bars will give you a taste of the best that the region of Portneuf has to offer.
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Route verte 5 – Chemin du Roy
For more than 25 years, cyclists have been exploring the region along Route Verte 5, the historic section of the Chemin du Roy tourist route. Over the entire 78-kilometre route, “Bienvenue cyclistes” accommodations are available, while a variety of restaurants, farm stands and foodie boutiques offer tasty stops with a breathtaking view of the St. Lawrence River.
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Vallée Bras-du-Nord
With 100 km of singletrack trails in two different sectors, Vallée Bras-du-Nord is known as a top destination for mountain biking. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will find the right adventure to suit your skills. With a wide range of accommodation to choose from—and plenty of outdoor activities—you will want to stay longer than a day to explore it all! After a day of adventure, head to Saint-Raymond for a delicious meal: the Roquemont microbrewery, Le Mundial resto-bar, La Croquée, Ti-Oui snack bar and many more await you!
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Dansereau / La Liseuse
This nature bike trail winds along the magnificent Jacques-Cartier River in Pont-Rouge for 7.5 km. You will enjoy the beauty of the ruins of the Dansereau sawmill, wildlife and woodland scenery. From there, you can continue along the La Liseuse trail, which goes up to Sainte-Catherine-de-la-Jacques-Cartier.
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All in all, the region of Portneuf offers a host of cycling trails adapted to all levels, providing cycling enthusiasts with unrivalled experiences, whether they’re looking for sport or foodie delights! Be sure to share your adventures using the #regionportneuf tag.
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