Notices

Mobility
Macdonald Road and Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve closed from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 26 Published on Sunday, April 20, 2025

Detours for vehicular traffic on Saturday, April 26, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Île Sainte-Hélène will be accessible via the Jacques-Cartier Bridge, while Casino guests will have to use the Concorde Bridge.

Transit between the two bridges will not be possible during this period.

Driving
Works: Rue des Seagulls becomes a one-way street Published on Friday, January 31, 2025

Rue des Seagull is one-way between Macdonald Road and Parking lot P11 due to the establishment of a pedestrian detour that provides access to the Biosphere.

The work taking place at the Biosphere should be completed by early June 2025.

Delays and detours to be expected, reduce your speed and follow the directions of the traffic signs.

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Festival Vélocité

Things to do at the Parc

The complete english version will be available soon.

The festival was designed to bring together biking enthusiasts from across Montréal and the province of Québec. It's an opportunity for everyone to get together in a festive atmosphere to have fun, share and discover an experience.

Vélocité is inspired by the beauty of the Tour de France, a popular event which promotes biking on an international scale. Totally dedicated to biking and all its practices, the festival's sole objective is to gather and enjoin the entire community of biking enthusiasts.

Program

This event offers a wide range of free activities:

  • an exhibitor's village
  • family bike ride
  • demonstration of sports bikes
  • documentaries screening
  • and much more!

Bikers can also sign up for and take part in a professional race sanctioned by the Fédération Québecoise des Sports Cyclistes, which will be held on Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve.

Schedule

May 3-4, 2025 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Rates

To get tickets, visit the official website.

Customer Service

Parc Jean-Drapeau

For information about the Parc or mobility, do not hesitate to contact our staff.

Festival Vélocité

To obtain more details concerning the festival or for any request for information, contact the Festival Vélocité staff.

Mobility

Vélo Québec

Download a detailed map of Greater Montreal in PDF format and make your travels easier.

Route verte

Consult the interactive map of the Route Verte to familiarize yourself with the network of bike paths in Québec.

Trans Canada Trail

Discover the interactive map of the Trans Canada Trail and set off on an adventure on the longest cycling network in the world.


Getting to Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve

To make it easier to get around, here is the exact location of the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve at Parc Jean-Drapeau posted on Google Maps.

Subway Station

The Jean-Drapeau subway station on the Line 4 — Yellow is located on Île Sainte-Hélène, in the heart of Parc Jean-Drapeau. To get to the Parc easily and quickly, the subway is still the best way to go!

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River shuttle

During the summer season, Parc Jean-Drapeau visitors can use the river shuttle as a means of transportation, from the Vieux-Port de Montréal (Jacques-Cartier pier) and the city of Longueuil.

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STM shuttle

Three STM shuttles provide a connection between the Jean-Drapeau subway station and various attractions.

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Bike

The Parc is one of the few places where you can cross the Saint Lawrence River on your bike: simply take the bike paths of the Jacques Cartier Bridge, the Concorde Bridge or the Bike link.

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Walking

People can enjoy many of the cycling paths to get to or pass through the Parc Jean-Drapeau, either running or walking.

With more than 25 kilometres of trails and pathways, the Parc is a pleasant spot for hiking, all year round.

Parking

Motorists can get to Parc Jean-Drapeau by taking the Jacques Cartier Bridge or the Concorde Bridge.

Nearby parking area: P2

Rates and parking areas

Taxibus service

You can reserve a taxi for your travels at the Parc by using a valid STM transport fare.

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    Station
  • STM
    shuttle
  • River
    shuttle
  • Bike
  • Walking
  • Parking
  • Taxibus
    service

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