Overview
Saint-Marc-sur-Richelieu is a tranquil riverside village in Montérégie, Quebec, recognized as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of Quebec. The municipality offers 12.8 km of Richelieu River shoreline for pleasure boating, access to the Bois de Saint-Amable wooded area, and heritage sites including Maison Janotte (1760) and the old presbytery.
History · Nature
Before you go
Accommodation
Options include Auberge Handfield (3-star hotel with marina), Les Trois Tilleuls (riverside hotel with pool), Gîte Le Rayon de Soleil (B&B), and Camping Terrasse St-Marc with seasonal sites.
Activities
Primary activities are pleasure boating on the Richelieu River, cycling along Route 223, and visiting the Bois de Saint-Amable woodland.
Food
Sugar shacks are the regional specialty, offering traditional Quebec maple cuisine. Several operate seasonally in the area.
Transport
Route 223 (rue Richelieu) is the main road through the village. The cable ferry to Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu operates April-December, replaced by an ice bridge in winter.