Access your favorites, share your photos and more.

Le Nordet

Le Nordet

🚴 Cycling🥾 Hiking
📍 Saint-Donat, Québec, J0TN° d’enregistrement 295114

The Le Nordet circuit is a must for cyclists seeking a challenge and breathtaking landscapes. Its impeccable pavement and wide bike lanes allow you to focus on performance safely. Choose a round trip or complete the loop via Route 329 to vary the scenery. A classic in Lanaudière to discover at your own pace! This 84 km loop has an elevation gain of +1,023 m, typically completed in 4 to 6 hours by experienced cyclists. The route is hilly, with impeccable pavement and wide shoulders. The starting point is at Parc des Pionniers in Saint-Donat. The loop returns via Route 329, which is busier and lacks an expanded bike lane.

Share

Gallery

🌦️ 7-day forecast

Why go

Just a few hours from Montreal, Le Nordet offers the perfect escape into the nature of Lanaudière. This cycling circuit is a true gem for bike enthusiasts, combining challenge and breathtaking scenery.

What to do

Cycle on the Le Nordet circuit

Take on this 84 km circuit that will introduce you to varied landscapes and stimulating climbs. Whether you opt for the round trip or the loop via Route 329, each pedal stroke brings you closer to the region's natural beauty.

Enjoy the panoramas

With its wide bike lanes and impeccable paving, Le Nordet allows you to focus on performance while admiring the surrounding landscapes. Take the time to stop and enjoy the view of the hills and forests.

Relax in nature

After your ride, find a rest area for a well-deserved moment of relaxation. A picnic by the roadside or simply enjoying the peace of the area will help recharge your batteries before you hit the road again.

Nearby

Nothing beats a picnic by the roadside or a relaxing break in one of the many surrounding green spaces to round out your day. Bring your meal and enjoy it in nature.

Getting there

The Le Nordet circuit is easily accessible from Montreal, about a 1.5-hour drive. Take Route 125 to reach this cycling paradise.

Good to know

Don't forget to bring enough water and snacks for your ride. Check the weather before you go and ensure you have the right gear for maximum comfort.

At a glance

Information

Characteristics

Place type
Chalet
Capacity
8
Season
Ouvert à l’année
Region
Lanaudière
County
Matawinie

Things to do

CanoëKayakPêcheBaignadeGolfRandonnéeVélo de montagne

Services & amenities

Plage

The stay

Practical info

Trail — cycling.

📍 Contact
Saint-Donat, Québec, J0T
County : Matawinie
Registration no. 295114Source: SIT Québec open data. Confirm validity in the official Registry.
Official site →

Leisure & amenities

Services and activities

Land activities

  • Cycling

Source: SIT Québec (Tourinsoft) — open data CC-BY 4.0.

Hiking

Hiking trails nearby

Trails located nearby — data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Distances computed from OSM tracks; verify on site.

Community reviews

Be the first to review this spot!

Want us to feature your place?

We can visit your place, take photos and videos, and write an article to showcase it to thousands of outdoor lovers. Contact us to learn about the terms and conditions.

Data source: Données Québec — SIT Québec (CC-BY 4.0) · CC BY 4.0 (data modified and enriched)