This region greatly benefits from its industrial parks, the 6 th most important in North America, its large greenspaces as well as its rivers and lakes. Local residents and visitors can also take advantage of its cycling trails, nature parks, museums, cross-country ski trails, ecological farms, golf courses, cultural sites, etc. All while enjoying its exceptional beauty. The West Island remains one of the most diversified and enchanting alternatives for tourists, all within close proximity to downtown Montr al. Located on McGill University's Macdonald Campus, this experimental farm includes a highly sophisticated stable.
Visitors become better acquainted with modern milk production methods.
Greenspaces and picnic tables are available on the site. It boasts a marina and a magnificent promenade with terraces, restaurants, stores, and parks arrayed along the waterfront . Permanent and temporary exhibits, scholars activities, demonstrations, workshops and talks. The Ecomuseum has a collection of over ninety species of live animals from the Saint-Lawrence Valley in natural settings. This educational wildlife Park offers tours and educational programs on site and off for both children and adults.