International award for the Route verte This has definitely been a banner year for Route verte. On Wednesday, October 8, 2008, at the 10th World Leisure Congress in Quebec City, Vélo Québec Association received the World Leisure Innovation Prize for the Route verte. These awards recognize organizations that have implemented creative solutions that foster local, national or international leisure opportunities for the benefit and development of individuals and communities. For more information »» The Route verte ranked first in the top 10 bike routes on the planet, chosen for their beauty, length and excitement. Read more » The Route verte in images One click and you can visit more than 4,000 kilometres of this fabulous biking trail. See more » On the trail Bicycle routes and paths, region by region... Consult the Cycling in Québec guide to bicycling on Québec’s Route verte to explore the province's green side! More info

The Route verte puts all of Quebec within reach of your handlebars!

Made up of over 4,000 km of bikeways criss-crossing the most beautiful regions of Quebec, the Route verte puts you on the right track for the vacation of your dreams. No matter which bikeway you cycle on—the Parcours des Anses in Lévis, the Véloroute des Bleuets encircling Lac Saint-Jean, the Berri Street bike path in Montreal or the Estriade in the Eastern Townships—you’re riding on the Route verte.

This vast bicycle route—the most extensive in North America—includes all types of bikeways: bike paths, designated shared roadways and paved shoulders. Marked throughout its length, the route will encompass a total of 4,300 km when completed.

The Route verte puts all of Quebec within reach of your handlebars!

Construction Info Update The Construction Info Update provides region-by-region details about all current construction projects or temporary closures involving portions of the Route verte. It also suggests alternative routes and specifies official opening and closing dates.