Montreal, the largest city in Quebec and home to an incredible diversity of activities that highlight different facets of its personality this winter! Whether you want to live the full winter experience or hide from the freezing temperatures, Montreal will satisfy your needs and seduce you! Read on to find out what to do in Montreal this winter!
Outside in Montreal!
Overflowing with green spaces in summer, Montreal seems to show its true colors in winter. La Fontaine Park, Mount Royal Park, Maisonneuve Park and Jarry Park all offer magical white landscapes where you can try your hand at a variety of winter sports. Use the cross-country ski trails in Maisonneuve Park, snowshoe in La Fontaine Park, skate in Jarry Park and slide in Mount Royal Park, a true sports paradise in the city. You’ll see tons of families and groups of friends in each of these parks.
For an enhanced park experience, the Botanical Garden offers the best views of winter, while the Sentier des Neiges, in Cote-des-Neiges, is decorated with light installations, enchanted trees and even local merchants ready to show you the best winter confections around! Finally, Sainte-Catherine Street also comes alive in winter thanks to Luminothérapie. Skate on the Espanade while discovering artistic installations that will surely rekindle a little flame in you despite the outside temperatures.
In addition, until March 5, the RécréoParc’s polar rendezvous will create a real ice paradise. Various winter sports, including fat bike, a skating trail of nearly one kilometer and festive animations are organized by the municipality and are free for Sainte-Catherine residents. For the others, it is an affordable activity that is definitely worth the price!
Stay warm in Montreal's winter
And finally, if the Canadian cold is not your cup of tea, BougeBouge offers the perfect solution to stay active… and warm! On February 12th, come run a 5km in the Montreal underground at the BougeBouge Montreal Underground 5km! This race is original, festive and always a success for the hundreds of participants! Don’t miss your chance and register here.
All in all, Montreal is a city full of sports and outdoor enthusiasts, which is reflected in the wide selection of activities offered. Join a motivated and passionate community this winter in the hearth of Quebec’s metropolis!