Overview
Boucherville is a picturesque town of approximately 42,000 residents in the Longueuil agglomeration on Montreal's south shore. It's becoming an increasingly popular destination for recreational tourism, offering the Îles de Boucherville National Park, historic Old Boucherville (Vieux-Boucherville) with its Sainte-Famille church, marina, and community gardens.
Architecture · Cycling · Day Trips · Family Travel · History
Before you go
Activities
The Îles de Boucherville National Park is the main attraction, accessible by shuttle boat. Cycling paths line the St. Lawrence River for 2.2 km with views of the islands.
History
Old Boucherville preserves French-colonial heritage including the Sainte-Famille Church (1801-1802) and Maison Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine, built in 1766.
Transport
RTL buses serve Boucherville and connect to Longueuil metro station. A river shuttle runs between Montreal's Old Port and Old Boucherville. A car is helpful for reaching areas beyond the historic core.
Weather
Average annual temperature is 6.2°C. Summers average 20.9°C (July) while winters average -10.1°C (January). Annual rainfall is approximately 975 mm.