# La Prairie

La Prairie is a picturesque and verdant city of 26,000 (2021) on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in Roussillon, in the Western Montérégie region of Quebec.

## Understand

The built heritage of La Prairie displays all ages, the modern blending naturally with heritage buildings.

### Local information

* La Prairie City Council website

## Get in and around
### By car

La Prairie is served by highways 15 and 30 (Steel Highway), as well as roads 104 (linking La Prairie and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu), 132 (along the east bank of the river), 134 (boulevard Taschereau) and 207. Highway 30 runs along the east side of La Prairie. Along the St. Lawrence River on the west side of town, Autoroutes 15 and 20 overlap Route 132; 15 to the south and 20 to the north.

## See

* Vieux-La Prairie: this heritage area with the Catholic Church of La Nativité de la Vierge-Marie, the Parc Sentier du Vieux Fort, the premises of the La Prairie-de-la-Magdeleine Historical Society (SHLM), several typical restaurants, Place de la Boulangerie, Parc du Rempart, Place du Centenaire, Parc Place de la Mennais, Parc Pierre-Raffeix, Parc La Citière and the magnificent Lac La Citière.
* 45.4196-73.496321 La Prairie-de-la-Magdeleine Historical Society (SHLM) (Société d'histoire de La Prairie-de-la-Magdeleine), 249 rue Sainte-Marie, ☏ +1 450-659-1393. Established in 1972, the La Prairie-de-la-Magdeleine Historical Society aims to preserve the distinctive historical character of Old La Prairie. His efforts led in 1975 to the creation of the historic district of Old La Prairie. This museum offers a program of activities which is posted on the website. (updated May 2022)
* 45.42069-73.496672 Roussillon Archaeology Museum (Musée archéologie de Roussillon), 214, rue Saint-Ignace. In 2022, the museum presents an Archaeology and Criminal Investigations exhibition. This exhibition informs visitors about the exciting work of bioarchaeologists in the investigation of ancient crimes. In addition, the museum presents a permanent exhibition through 5000 years of history of the region. The museum regularly presents various other thematic exhibitions. (updated May 2022)
* 45.42087-73.498923 Bassin-de-La Prairie Park (Parc du Bassin-de-La Prairie) (accessible by an exit from Route 132 West, up to Rue du Quai), ☏ +1 450-444-6700. Park along the South Shore Canal of the St. Lawrence Seaway. This park is connected to the riverside bike path and includes a small peninsula. In the summer season, this park is very popular with water sports enthusiasts. (updated May 2022)

## Do

* The South Shore Canal of the St. Lawrence Seaway offers water activities: water skiing, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, boating, etc.; this area allows you to admire Laprairie Bay, the Samuel-de-Champlain Bridge, and the city of Montreal;
* 45.40843-73.469661 Canyon Escalade, 1775, chemin de Saint-Jean, ☏ +1 514-666-2269. This centre specializing in rock climbing offers day camps. It offers two types of indoor climbing: route and bouldering, with several levels of difficulty. Experienced climbers can obtain accreditation. Team Canyon, made up of experienced climbers between the ages of 10 and 19, who participate in competitions. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41736-73.487382 Cascades Golf, 525, chemin de Saint-Jean (Site located near Taschereau Boulevard), ☏ +1 450-444-4350. 18-hole mini-golf course set on a wooded hill, surrounded by lakes, streams and waterfalls. The site also has a playground for children, a terrace with tables and an ice cream parlour. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41517-73.495293 La Prairie Sports Centre (Centre Sportif de La Prairie), 555, rue Notre-Dame, ☏ +1 450-444-9005, cslaprairie@videotron.ca. Inaugurated in 1966 under the name of L'Olympia, this sports centre offers hockey throughout the year. This center also offers a free skating schedule. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41261-73.485114 Jean de la Mennais sports complex (Complexe sportif Jean de la Mennais), 870, chemin de Saint-Jean (Complex located in the Collège Jean de la Mennais.), ☏ +1 450-444-7235. This sports complex offers a variety of activities: athletics, recreational badminton (10 years and over), free badminton, children's basketball, cheerleading, jumping and throwing lessons, dancing, climbing, gymnastics, recreational apparatus, laido, karate, kobudo, mini-league, volleyball 9 to 12 years old, tennis, table tennis, zumba and yoga. (updated May 2022)
* 45.39315-73.431145 L'express Golf Club (Club de Golf L'express), 1295, rang Saint-Raphael, ☏ +1 514-659-0283, info@clubgolfexpress.ca. The L'Express Golf Club is the largest practice complex in Canada. This course has 11 holes par 3&4 with par 35. The Mulligan Golf Academy offers training to play golf. The club welcomes groups and events. (updated May 2022)
* 45.39323-73.486066 Marsh Conservation Park (Parc de conservation du Marais). This natural area of 87.7 hectares has a varied flora and is home to a diverse fauna. Among the rare species, the park is home to the chorus frog, a tiny frog protected by law. Free. (updated May 2022)
* Multifunctional trail (Sentier multifonctionnel). This multifunctional trail stretches over 10.4 km. It crosses the Marais conservation park. Trail enthusiasts can go hiking, biking, cross-country skiing or snowshoeing. This route allows you to stop at a heated shelter in winter at Lucie-F.-Roussel and L'Arrondissement parks. (updated May 2022)
* Cycle paths (Pistes cyclables). The Route verte (section 3). These two trails offer a breathtaking view of the river and Montreal. They stretch over 50 km and have no elevation changes. La Riveraine runs between the river and Route 130, between Sainte-Catherine and Varennes. The Seaway dike offers a trail stretching over more than 14 km, between Sainte-CatheThe main bike paths in Laprairie are the Seaway dike and the La Riveraine bike path, which is a segment of trine and Île Notre-Dame. (updated May 2022)
* Cross-country skiing (Ski de fond). La Prairie offers a trail of more than 10 km in nature near the city. This track has seven circuits, to practice winter activities: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing or hiking. The map of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing circuits is available on the city's website. (updated May 2022)
* 49 parks spread over the urban territory: sports fields, picnic areas, game modules, water games, chalets, etc. These parks offer sports and leisure facilities;

## Buy
### Bakeries

* 45.41025-73.472321 Gluten Free Roseline Bakery (Boulangerie Roselin Sans Gluten), 18, boulevard des Champs-Fleuris, ☏ +1 450-695-1789. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41152-73.478372 Fortin Bakery (Boulangerie Fortin), 1200, chemin de Saint-Jean, ☏ +1 450-444-0175. (updated May 2022)

### Ice cream counter

* 45.41461-73.483323 La Diperie, 765, chemin de Saint-Jean, ☏ +1 450-915-0263. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41652-73.487354 Jonathan Ice Cream Dairy Bar (Bar Laitier Les Crèmes Glacées Jonathan), ☏ +1 450-915-0263. (updated May 2022)

### Other

* 45.38149-73.431925 Vertefeuille Vineyard (Vignoble Vertefeuille), 1960 rang Saint-Raphael, ☏ +1 438-401-1574. A dining room that can accommodate up to 40 people is set up in a building located in the heart of the vineyard, in an ancestral setting; with a small lounge for groups up to 10 people. The rustic table offered by this vineyard includes gourmet menus composed of fresh and organic products from the region. The products offered by this vineyard are: white wine, rosé wine and red wine. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41093-73.477766 La Prairie Gardeners Market (Marché des Jardiniers de La Prairie), 1200, chemin de Saint-Jean, ☏ +1 450-444-0160. Food market with regional agricultural products offered by various merchants. The products offered are varied, including: meats and seafood, cheeses, deli meats and seasonings, fruits and vegetables, bakeries and pastries, beverages, florists and nurseries, and restaurants. (updated May 2022)

## Eat

* 45.41735-73.487191 Bacaro Pizzeria, 185, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-619-1816. (updated May 2022)
* 45.40699-73.462422 Ben & Florentine, 950, boulevard des Prés-Verts, local 100, ☏ +1 450-444-4555. Restaurant offering a menu with varied recipes, with a wide choice of lunches, brunches and dinners. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41118-73.493343 Café Lazio, 635, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-659-2233. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41495-73.490114 Café Saint-Paul, 345, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-907-4667. Restaurant with outdoor terrace, equipped with tables and parasol. (updated May 2022)
* 45.42044-73.495155 Chez Julien, 130, chemin de Saint-Jean, ☏ +1 450-659-1678. Restaurant also offering a catering service. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41308-73.491736 Chez Monique, 475, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-444-7771. Pataterie-style fast food restaurant. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41247-73.492857 Como Pizzeria, 577, boul. Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-659-5497. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41759-73.487248 Eggsquis Laprairie - Déjeuner et diner, 165, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-907-4166. Restaurant for lunch and dinner. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41271-73.492149 La Boite Végane, 505, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-907-3540, messages@laboitevegane.ca. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41283-73.4918810 L'Arrêt des Sportifs, 485, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-444-1100. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41987-73.4962911 Le Passage Pub Moderne, 240, rue Sainte-Marie (Dans le Vieux-Laprairie), ☏ +1 800-460-2389. Vegan restaurant offering a varied menu for consumption in the restaurant or for delivery. (updated May 2022)
* 45.40499-73.4985612 Le Shack du Pêcheur La Prairie, 1119, boul. Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-907-3558. Restaurant. (updated May 2022)
* 45.42055-73.4953613 L'Ours Caverne Culinaire, 200, rue Sainte-Marie, ☏ +1 450-695-3113. Restaurant. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41115-73.4945814 Les Rôtisseries Benny, 650, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-907-4644. Chicken restaurant. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41308-73.4917315 Point Colombie, 521, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 514-915-7752. "Empanadas" style restaurant, ready to eat and offering a varied menu. (updated May 2022)
* 45.42049-73.4954216 Quartier Général du Vieux La Prairie, 206, rue Sainte-Marie, ☏ +1 450-907-3540. Restaurant. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41753-73.4885617 Restaurant Bar Sushi sogen, 170, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-444-7878, info@sogen.ca. Restaurant bar, sushi and grills. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41552-73.4894618 Restaurant Seng Hing, 265, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-619-7228. Restaurant offering Chinese, Cantonese, Szechuan and Thai dishes. (updated May 2022)
* 45.42531-73.4836119 Restaurant italien Paolo Gattuso Laprairie, 30, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-444-7272. Italian cuisine restaurant. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41909-73.4875320 Villa Massimo Restaurant, 120, boulevard Taschereau, ☏ +1 450-444-3416, villamassimo3416@gmail.com. Italian cuisine restaurant. (updated May 2022)

## Drink

* 45.41496-73.487491 Central Tavern (Taverne Centrale), 600, rue Saint-Georges, ☏ +1 450-659-4046. Daily 11:30-03:00. Restaurant, bar, tavern. (updated Dec 2018)

## Cope

* 45.4004-73.465541 La Prairie Municipal Arena (Aréna municipal La Prairie), 250, rue du Vice-Roi (on the west side of Highway 30), ☏ +1 450-444-6745. This arena has ice with the same dimensions required by the National Hockey League, 500 individual seats, premises for sports organizations, a reception hall, rooms available for rental. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41818-73.478862 Pump track (Parcours Pumptrack), Parc de La Clairière, 300 avenue Ernest-Rochette, ☏ +1 450-. This course (by bike, scooter, skateboard or inline skates) has a succession of bumps and bends, making it easier to pick up speed, ideally without pedalling. This course is for participants of varying physical abilities. Safety mask is required. Motorized vehicles are prohibited. (updated May 2022)
* Outdoor skating rinks and slide mounds (Patinoires extérieures et buttes à glisser), ☏ +1 450-. Outdoor skating rinks are found in municipal parks: Émilie-Gamelin, Optimiste-Paul-Godin, Lucie-F.-Roussel, De La Clarière, De L'Arrondissement and Conrad-Roy. While the ice ring is set up in Lucie-F.-Roussel park. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41425-73.495723 Heated swimming pool and water games (Piscine chauffée et jeux d'eau), 575, rue Notre-Dame (piscine). Summer season starting mid-June. The water games are set up in the municipal parks: Des Lucioles, Émilie-Gamelin, De La Citière, Lucie-F.-Roussel and Mayer. The municipal swimming pool is in Notre-Dame Park. (updated May 2022)
* 45.41559-73.498484 Léo-Lecavalier Library (Bibliothèque Léo-Lecavalier), 500, rue Saint-Laurent (at the Guy-Dupré Multifunctional Centre), ☏ +1 450-444-6710 (counter), biblio@ville.laprairie.qc.ca. Free. (updated May 2022)