Granby on a Bicycle: A Family Week-End Between Nature and Adventure

A Fun Cycling Day

The Family Loop

Its name says it all, La Boucle Familiale, the family loop! Begin the day by pedalling your way around Lake Boivin. This closed, 10 km loop is set on an easily completed bike path, even for your younger riders, who’ll enjoy finding a shortcut if they tire more quickly. On your way, you can keep them entertained with a variety of activities. They could search for the two Atria Circuit works of art; You could have them stop at different fauna observation points; Or, yet again, have them enjoy a pause at the Parc Daniel-Johnson’s water games… All these distractions will transform your bicycle outing into a fun adventure!

Discover

Marvel at Local Biodiversity

The Centre d’Interprétation de la Nature du Lac Boivin

Or the CINLB, for the initiated! Located less than 4 km from your starting point (Granby’s Tourism Information Bureau), your best riders will reach this attraction in just 15 minutes. Once there, if you feel like it, you can leave your bikes and take a stroll along the walking trails that run alongside the marshlands via wooden footbridges. There’s also an observation tower! Keep an eye out for the wide range of nature-related events organized by the CINLB throughout the year.

Discover

Fill Your Baskets with Fresh Produce

The Marché Public Granby et Région

Every Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., this weekly Granby gathering is truly a not-to-be-missed event. It starts in May and ends in November. Shielded from the elements under a gently curving, natural structure, the market showcases a wide range of vegetable growers, processors and local producers. They all come together to offer an amazing array of fresh and flavourful products, right here in the heart of the city! You’ll be delighted to fill your basket with fresh food and even some crafts. Fresh bread, cheese and charcuterie… And presto! A delicious sandwich is all yours to enjoy!

Discover

Play with the Family

Le P’tit Monde des Grands

Depending on your clan’s energy levels, you can take a break (or a nap) at the hotel, before heading off to play at the Le P’tit Monde des Grands Museum. Inside this vast, open play area, your children can run, touch, climb and dress up... In short, invent the job of their dreams by exploring the 16 themes offered here! This new museum, designed entirely for 2- to 10-year-olds, welcomes the entire family into an imaginary world where they can be firefighters, astronauts, ambulance drivers or cooks. Come join in the fun!

Discover

Stay in Granby

Hôtel Castel

Accessible, comfortable, welcoming and so much more! This hotel is the ideal base camp for your family vacation in Granby. Why choose this special venue? Because not only will you find spacious rooms and suites, with convertible sofas and additional queen-size beds, but you’ll also be able to satisfy every taste at the hotel’s pub, Le Parloir (pasta, pizzas, burgers, fish and chips... always a hit with the kids). And, for your more refined palates, they’ll love the table d’hôte menu at the hotel restaurant, L’Émulsion. Psst... To help you save a little, look for the Hôtel Castel’s packages; Discover their offers for a stay combined with access to one of the key activities in the Granby area!

Discover

Spend the Entire Day Riding

The Boucle Nature Route

Ready to spend an exciting day outdoors? Pack a picnic lunch and hop on your bikes. By following the nature loop (Boucle nature), it will take you straight to the Parc National de la Yamaska (allow at least half an hour, depending on your pace). Please note: you’re entering the protected territory of the SÉPAQ park system, so you’ll need to pay access fees online or on site. From here, you can take a well-deserved break before completing this 40 km loop. Most of the route is on paved bike paths, except for the section around the Réservoir Choinière, which is still very accessible, even for smaller calves!

Discover

Enjoy a Pause

Parc national de la Yamaska

Once you’ve arrived at the park, lock your bikes and enjoy a refreshing summer break, relaxing by the water with the entire family. The beach, with its water games and supervised swimming, will delight small and tall alike. Then, with your batteries recharged, complete your outing with a 19 km ride around the Réservoir Choinière. Away from traffic, in this peaceful, natural environment, you may be lucky enough to cross paths with a great blue heron!

Discover

Rent a Boat

The Parc Daniel -Johnson

As you approach the Granby downtown area, offer yourself another nature pause at the Parc Daniel-Johnson. As well as plenty of play and picnic areas, you can also rent some kind of watercraft. Perfect for exploring the Lac Boivin waterway before heading back! Good to know: this park is certified Fièrement vélo. Therefore, by heading to the Pavillon Roger-Bernard, you’ll always find someone who’s ready to help cyclists (lock loans, repair kits, advice, etc.).

Discover

Where to Eat

Café de la Brûlerie

Feeling a bit hungry? Settle down to a bite to eat on the terrace of this local staple. It’s just a 5-minute bike ride from Parc Daniel-Johnson, and your kids will simply love the outdoor, tiki-bar-style ambiance of this café restaurant (the only one of its kind in the region). Certified Fièrement vélo and located just off the bike path, this stopover is recommended as much by cyclists as by locals. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, they’re ready to serve you at all times of the day and it’s always a treat!

Discover

A Fun Cycling Day

The Family Loop

Its name says it all, La Boucle Familiale, the family loop! Begin the day by pedalling your way around Lake Boivin. This closed, 10 km loop is set on an easily completed bike path, even for your younger riders, who’ll enjoy finding a shortcut if they tire more quickly. On your way, you can keep them entertained with a variety of activities. They could search for the two Atria Circuit works of art; You could have them stop at different fauna observation points; Or, yet again, have them enjoy a pause at the Parc Daniel-Johnson’s water games… All these distractions will transform your bicycle outing into a fun adventure!

Discover

Marvel at Local Biodiversity

The Centre d’Interprétation de la Nature du Lac Boivin

Or the CINLB, for the initiated! Located less than 4 km from your starting point (Granby’s Tourism Information Bureau), your best riders will reach this attraction in just 15 minutes. Once there, if you feel like it, you can leave your bikes and take a stroll along the walking trails that run alongside the marshlands via wooden footbridges. There’s also an observation tower! Keep an eye out for the wide range of nature-related events organized by the CINLB throughout the year.

Discover

Fill Your Baskets with Fresh Produce

The Marché Public Granby et Région

Every Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., this weekly Granby gathering is truly a not-to-be-missed event. It starts in May and ends in November. Shielded from the elements under a gently curving, natural structure, the market showcases a wide range of vegetable growers, processors and local producers. They all come together to offer an amazing array of fresh and flavourful products, right here in the heart of the city! You’ll be delighted to fill your basket with fresh food and even some crafts. Fresh bread, cheese and charcuterie… And presto! A delicious sandwich is all yours to enjoy!

Discover

Play with the Family

Le P’tit Monde des Grands

Depending on your clan’s energy levels, you can take a break (or a nap) at the hotel, before heading off to play at the Le P’tit Monde des Grands Museum. Inside this vast, open play area, your children can run, touch, climb and dress up... In short, invent the job of their dreams by exploring the 16 themes offered here! This new museum, designed entirely for 2- to 10-year-olds, welcomes the entire family into an imaginary world where they can be firefighters, astronauts, ambulance drivers or cooks. Come join in the fun!

Discover

Stay in Granby

Hôtel Castel

Accessible, comfortable, welcoming and so much more! This hotel is the ideal base camp for your family vacation in Granby. Why choose this special venue? Because not only will you find spacious rooms and suites, with convertible sofas and additional queen-size beds, but you’ll also be able to satisfy every taste at the hotel’s pub, Le Parloir (pasta, pizzas, burgers, fish and chips... always a hit with the kids). And, for your more refined palates, they’ll love the table d’hôte menu at the hotel restaurant, L’Émulsion. Psst... To help you save a little, look for the Hôtel Castel’s packages; Discover their offers for a stay combined with access to one of the key activities in the Granby area!

Discover

Spend the Entire Day Riding

The Boucle Nature Route

Ready to spend an exciting day outdoors? Pack a picnic lunch and hop on your bikes. By following the nature loop (Boucle nature), it will take you straight to the Parc National de la Yamaska (allow at least half an hour, depending on your pace). Please note: you’re entering the protected territory of the SÉPAQ park system, so you’ll need to pay access fees online or on site. From here, you can take a well-deserved break before completing this 40 km loop. Most of the route is on paved bike paths, except for the section around the Réservoir Choinière, which is still very accessible, even for smaller calves!

Discover

Enjoy a Pause

Parc national de la Yamaska

Once you’ve arrived at the park, lock your bikes and enjoy a refreshing summer break, relaxing by the water with the entire family. The beach, with its water games and supervised swimming, will delight small and tall alike. Then, with your batteries recharged, complete your outing with a 19 km ride around the Réservoir Choinière. Away from traffic, in this peaceful, natural environment, you may be lucky enough to cross paths with a great blue heron!

Discover

Rent a Boat

The Parc Daniel -Johnson

As you approach the Granby downtown area, offer yourself another nature pause at the Parc Daniel-Johnson. As well as plenty of play and picnic areas, you can also rent some kind of watercraft. Perfect for exploring the Lac Boivin waterway before heading back! Good to know: this park is certified Fièrement vélo. Therefore, by heading to the Pavillon Roger-Bernard, you’ll always find someone who’s ready to help cyclists (lock loans, repair kits, advice, etc.).

Discover

Where to Eat

Café de la Brûlerie

Feeling a bit hungry? Settle down to a bite to eat on the terrace of this local staple. It’s just a 5-minute bike ride from Parc Daniel-Johnson, and your kids will simply love the outdoor, tiki-bar-style ambiance of this café restaurant (the only one of its kind in the region). Certified Fièrement vélo and located just off the bike path, this stopover is recommended as much by cyclists as by locals. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, they’re ready to serve you at all times of the day and it’s always a treat!

Discover

A Fun Cycling Day

The Family Loop

Its name says it all, La Boucle Familiale, the family loop! Begin the day by pedalling your way around Lake Boivin. This closed, 10 km loop is set on an easily completed bike path, even for your younger riders, who’ll enjoy finding a shortcut if they tire more quickly. On your way, you can keep them entertained with a variety of activities. They could search for the two Atria Circuit works of art; You could have them stop at different fauna observation points; Or, yet again, have them enjoy a pause at the Parc Daniel-Johnson’s water games… All these distractions will transform your bicycle outing into a fun adventure!

Discover

Marvel at Local Biodiversity

The Centre d’Interprétation de la Nature du Lac Boivin

Or the CINLB, for the initiated! Located less than 4 km from your starting point (Granby’s Tourism Information Bureau), your best riders will reach this attraction in just 15 minutes. Once there, if you feel like it, you can leave your bikes and take a stroll along the walking trails that run alongside the marshlands via wooden footbridges. There’s also an observation tower! Keep an eye out for the wide range of nature-related events organized by the CINLB throughout the year.

Discover

Fill Your Baskets with Fresh Produce

The Marché Public Granby et Région

Every Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., this weekly Granby gathering is truly a not-to-be-missed event. It starts in May and ends in November. Shielded from the elements under a gently curving, natural structure, the market showcases a wide range of vegetable growers, processors and local producers. They all come together to offer an amazing array of fresh and flavourful products, right here in the heart of the city! You’ll be delighted to fill your basket with fresh food and even some crafts. Fresh bread, cheese and charcuterie… And presto! A delicious sandwich is all yours to enjoy!

Discover

Play with the Family

Le P’tit Monde des Grands

Depending on your clan’s energy levels, you can take a break (or a nap) at the hotel, before heading off to play at the Le P’tit Monde des Grands Museum. Inside this vast, open play area, your children can run, touch, climb and dress up... In short, invent the job of their dreams by exploring the 16 themes offered here! This new museum, designed entirely for 2- to 10-year-olds, welcomes the entire family into an imaginary world where they can be firefighters, astronauts, ambulance drivers or cooks. Come join in the fun!

Discover

Stay in Granby

Hôtel Castel

Accessible, comfortable, welcoming and so much more! This hotel is the ideal base camp for your family vacation in Granby. Why choose this special venue? Because not only will you find spacious rooms and suites, with convertible sofas and additional queen-size beds, but you’ll also be able to satisfy every taste at the hotel’s pub, Le Parloir (pasta, pizzas, burgers, fish and chips... always a hit with the kids). And, for your more refined palates, they’ll love the table d’hôte menu at the hotel restaurant, L’Émulsion. Psst... To help you save a little, look for the Hôtel Castel’s packages; Discover their offers for a stay combined with access to one of the key activities in the Granby area!

Discover

Spend the Entire Day Riding

The Boucle Nature Route

Ready to spend an exciting day outdoors? Pack a picnic lunch and hop on your bikes. By following the nature loop (Boucle nature), it will take you straight to the Parc National de la Yamaska (allow at least half an hour, depending on your pace). Please note: you’re entering the protected territory of the SÉPAQ park system, so you’ll need to pay access fees online or on site. From here, you can take a well-deserved break before completing this 40 km loop. Most of the route is on paved bike paths, except for the section around the Réservoir Choinière, which is still very accessible, even for smaller calves!

Discover

Enjoy a Pause

Parc national de la Yamaska

Once you’ve arrived at the park, lock your bikes and enjoy a refreshing summer break, relaxing by the water with the entire family. The beach, with its water games and supervised swimming, will delight small and tall alike. Then, with your batteries recharged, complete your outing with a 19 km ride around the Réservoir Choinière. Away from traffic, in this peaceful, natural environment, you may be lucky enough to cross paths with a great blue heron!

Discover

Rent a Boat

The Parc Daniel -Johnson

As you approach the Granby downtown area, offer yourself another nature pause at the Parc Daniel-Johnson. As well as plenty of play and picnic areas, you can also rent some kind of watercraft. Perfect for exploring the Lac Boivin waterway before heading back! Good to know: this park is certified Fièrement vélo. Therefore, by heading to the Pavillon Roger-Bernard, you’ll always find someone who’s ready to help cyclists (lock loans, repair kits, advice, etc.).

Discover

Where to Eat

Café de la Brûlerie

Feeling a bit hungry? Settle down to a bite to eat on the terrace of this local staple. It’s just a 5-minute bike ride from Parc Daniel-Johnson, and your kids will simply love the outdoor, tiki-bar-style ambiance of this café restaurant (the only one of its kind in the region). Certified Fièrement vélo and located just off the bike path, this stopover is recommended as much by cyclists as by locals. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, they’re ready to serve you at all times of the day and it’s always a treat!

Discover

Granby on a Bicycle: A Family Week-End Between Nature and Adventure

A Fun Cycling Day

Marvel at Local Biodiversity

Fill Your Baskets with Fresh Produce

Play with the Family

Stay in Granby

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