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Notices
Mobility
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.
Works at the plaine des Jeux
The restoration of the plaine des Jeux (Playground) is one of the cornerstone projects of Parc Jean-Drapeau's Management and Development Plan! Renovations to the Playground's chalet and the picnic shelter have been underway since May 2022 and are ongoing to restore its open access to the public.
Restoration work
These two heritage buildings on Île Sainte-Hélène have a special place in the Parc and enhancing their profile is a worthy venture.
Objectives:
- Highlight the strong ties between the Playground, the Saint Lawrence River and the city of Montréal.
- Provide the Playground's chalet with a new vocation and return the picnic shelter to its original vocation.
Features and components of the sector
Playground Chalet
The emphasis is on the restoration of the Playground Chalet's outer envelope, which is clad in breccia stone extracted from the island itself, and its copper roofing.
The indoor spaces are completely renovated so they are more open, functional and accessible. Sustainable and noble material, such as wood, will turn the chalet into a cozy refuge. The complete replacing of the windows and the adding of a skylight will bring natural lighting into the building.
From atop the stone bleachers overlooking the Playground, the chalet opens onto to a new slate-slab terrace, erected between the building and steps. Complemented by tables, the area will have an uninterrupted view of the Playground's grassland and an outstanding panorama of downtown Montréal.
Picnic shelter
The picnic shelter is also restored and turns into a more cordial place to visit! A slate terrace is built, with a host of furnishings set up on the premises: a circular bench, drinking fountain, trash, recycling and composting bins, a counter and community barbecue.
Timetable
Phase 1
May 2022 to July 2024
Playground Chalet
- Restoration of the outer envelope of the chalet and its copper roofing.
- Renovating the indoor spaces.
- Completely replacing the windows and adding skylights.
- Building a new terrace.
- Adding urban furniture.
- Masonry work
Picnic shelter
- Completely restoring the shelter.
- Building a new terrace.
- Adding urban furniture.
| Budget | $12.5 million |
| Status | Finished |
| Impact | The Chalet de la plaine will not be open to the public while the work is going on. |
Photos
Here are a few photos of the plaine des Jeux, just to give you an overview of the place.
Discover the 15 photos of the album!
Videos
Video clip on the work at the Parc Jean-Drapeau's plaine des Jeux.
Learn more
To obtain more details or for any request for information, do not hesitate to contact our staff.
Mobility
Getting to Plaine des Jeux
To make it easier to get around, here is the exact location of the plaine des Jeux 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!
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.
STM shuttle
Three STM shuttles provide a connection between the Jean-Drapeau subway station and various attractions.
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.
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 areas: P7, P10
Taxibus service
You can reserve a taxi for your travels at the Parc by using a valid STM transport fare.
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