Bike excursion 3 days / 120 km
* Departure from Alma also possible.
** Return must be made on the same trail as it does not loop around.
Level of Difficulty: very easy (gradient variation 6% average)
Visits or activities possible for this sector:
- The Métabetchouan Historical and Archeological Centre in Desbiens
- Rigolet trail and beach (rest stop) in Métabetchouan
- Petit Marais Saint-Gédéon Marsh Reserve (? hours)
- Alcan Dam Crossing
- Dam-en-Terre Tourist Complex (418) 668-3016 ou 1-888-289-3016
- Ferry across the Grand-Décharge River on the Maligneau
- L’Odyssée des Bâtisseurs Theme Park
Trail Surface Types :
- Paved
- Gravel
- Designated roadway
- Paved shoulder
Lodging :
Alma :
- Almatoit (Bed and Breakfast) (418) 668-4125 or 1 888 668-4125
- Dam-en-Terre tourist complex (418) 668-3016 or 1-888-289-3016
- Hôtel Universel (418) 668-5261 or 1-800-263-5261
- Gîte de la mésange (Bed and Breakfast) (418) 668-2728
- Gîte Gagné (Bed and Breakfast) (418) 769-0105
- Motel Comfort Inn (418) 668-9221 or 1 877 574-6835
- La Maison de la rivière Mistouk (Bed and Breakfast) (418) 347-3086
- Notre Hôtel (418) 668-3222 or 1-877-917-3222
- Super sagamie aux écluses (418) 668-2000
Saint-Gédéon :
- Auberge des Îles (418) 345-2589 or 1-800-680-2589
Parking :
- Chambord : Hôtel de Ville / Town Hall 1526 rue Principale, paved, free
Suggestions:
Day 1: (56 km) Departure from Chambord AM. Roll to Alma, all the while observing the glorious countryside. It’s certainly possible to stop on the side of the road for a little snack, and then the rest of the day is free.
Day 2: (? km) Today you will discover the town of Alma and its urban cycle circuit. Several activities are offered, from the L’Odyssée des Bâtisseurs to the Dam-En-Terre Tourist Complex to using the Maligneau II Bike Ferry to cross the Grand Décharge River. While you’re in town come and say hello at the Bicycle Tourist Information Centre (Maison du Vélo). For a good night’s sleep, rendezvous in Saint-Gédéon at the Auberge des Îles (Inn) or the Saint-Gédéon Municipal Campground where the scenery around the lake is absolutely beautiful.
Day 3: (27 km) it’s up to you. You decide whether you want to ride straight to Chambord or visit tourist attractions close to the cycling circuit. The Métabetchouane Historical and Archeological Centre in Desbiens, Petit Marais (Marsh Reserve) in Saint-Gédéon and the Rigolet trail and beach (rest stop) in Métabetchouan are along the way and waiting for you. Goodbye and see you on another tour soon!
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