Sherbrooke Region

Grandes-Fourches Cycling Network - Massawippi Axis

Built on a former railway, this leg of the Grandes-Fourches Cycling Network follows Rivière Massawippi and offers stunning sightlines along the way. It is relatively flat so you’ll have plenty of energy to explore essential sights along the way.

  • Unpaved bike path 13km
  • Paved road 1.5km
  • 29 km (Round trip)

On the road

Starting point: Halte-Vélo
4, rue Massawippi, Sherbrooke

Au Départ

The Golden Lion Pub and Microbrewery

Taste their exclusive beers, brewed on site, in an establishment reputed to be the first craft brewery to open its doors in Quebec!


Square Queen

Relax in a unique and lively space with a good coffee from the Faro Coffee Shop, a pastry from Bekkah's, or a tasty picnic filled with market products from the farmers' market held there every Saturday morning from June to October.

KM 6

Mines de Capelton

Kids love this underground adventure into a former copper mine—as do grown-ups! Little ones can also pan for gold in the stream and enjoy the obstacle course. Set aside at least two hours to make the most of your visit.

KM 14

Parc de la rivière

Easily accessible and near city parking lots, this park is outfitted with a playground and picnic tables. Visit on a Saturday morning to shop the pop-up farmer’s market.


KM 14

North Hatley Public Beach

Like the village of North Hatley itself, this pretty beach is sure to delight.

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