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2023 Grand Tour
August 5 to 10
Lower St. Lawrence and Gaspé
Prices to come
Duration
6 days
5 nights
Level
Level:
4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km
A week of cycling between enthusiasts!
This year, the Grand Tour will visit the beautiful regions of the Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie! Immerse yourself in the beautiful views of the St. Lawrence River from the start at the foot of the river in Trois-Pistoles. This popular tourist region promises a Grand Tour filled with exceptional panoramas, breathtaking views and friendly moments in the pretty, picturesque villages of the "Bas du fleuve".
The Grand Tour is an opportunity for cycling enthusiasts in Quebec to get together for a week of cycling fun in the most beautiful regions of the province.
Superb itineraries, festive atmosphere and memorable evenings at the stage villages are the order of the day for this event that brings together thousands of cyclists every year!
See you on Saturday, August 5th in Trois-Pistoles! Meeting point: Trois-Pistoles High School (455, Jenkin street, Trois-Pistoles, Quebec, G0L 4K0).
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Choose the package that suits you
Under the stars
Week - August 5 to 10
6-day package including 5 nights camping;
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners.
Under the stars
Weekend - August 5 to 7
3-day package including 2 nights camping;
2 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners.
One-day tour
📅 August 6
Loop in Mont-Joli.
Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.
One-day tour
📅 August 8
Loop in Matane
Package including 1 lunch and 1 dinner.
Rate Schedule 2023
| SALES PRICE PER PERSON. TAXES AND FICAV INCLUDED. | ||||
| Package | Age | Rates from February 16 to April 30th | Rates from May 01 to June 29 | June 30th rate |
| Under the stars - week | 35 years and older | 995 $ | 1 045 $ | 1 095 $ |
| 18 to 34 years old | 745 $ | 780 $ | 820 $ | |
| 7 to 17 years old | 575 $ | 575 $ | 575 $ | |
| 3 to 6 years old | 315 $ | 315 $ | 315 $ | |
| Under the stars - Weekend | 35 years and older | 525 $ | 565 $ | 605 $ |
| 18 to 34 years old | 390 $ | 420 $ | 450 $ | |
| 7 to 17 years old | 275 $ | 275 $ | 275 $ | |
| 3 to 6 years old | 155 $ | 155 $ | 155 $ | |
| Duo weekends Small Adventure + Grand Tour | 18 years and older | 795 $ | 825 $ | n-a |
| 7 to 17 years old | 495 $ | 495 $ | n-a | |
| 3 to 6 years old | 250 $ | 250 $ | n-a | |
| One-day tour | 18 years and older | 105 $ | 105 $ | 105 $ |
| Under the comforter 2 or 3 stars - week | Double occupancy | 1 650 $ | 1 650 $ | 1 650 $ |
| Single occupancy | 2 260 $ | 2 260 $ | 2 260 $ | |
| Extra comforter plus. Addition of dinners at the Grand Tour village. | n-a | 170 $ | 170 $ | 170 $ |
| Under the comforter 3 stars - week | Double occupancy | 1 950 $ | 1 950 $ | 1 950 $ |
| Single occupancy | 2600 $ | 2600 $ | 2600 $ | |
| Extra comforter plus. Addition of 5 dinners at the Grand Tour village. | n-a | 170 $ | 170 $ | 170 $ |
| Under the comforter - Weekend | Double occupancy | 900 $ | 900 $ | 900 $ |
| Single occupancy | 1 295 $ | 1 295 $ | 1 295 $ | |
| Extra comforter plus. Addition of 3 dinners at the Grand Tour village. | n-a | 100 $ | 100 $ | 100 $ |
| TENT RENTAL | ||||
| 5 nights / 6 days stay | 1-2 people | 445 $ | 445 $ | 445 $ |
| 3-4 people | 645 $ | 645 $ | 645 $ | |
| Weekend stay 2 nights / 3 days | 1-2 people | 245 $ | 24 $ | 245 $ |
| 3-4 people | n-a | n-a | n-a | |
Tent rental:
Don't have a tent? We'll take care of it! When booking, select the tent rental option. This option includes set-up and take-down, as well as delivery of your luggage to the tent. Sleeping bags and sleeping pads not included.
Shuttle service:
Looking for a way to get to the start of the Grand Tour? Choose our shuttles to get to the Lower St. Lawrence from Montreal in the company of other participants and make new connections before you even start pedaling... or take a good nap to prepare yourself for the next few days' efforts!
Departure: Montreal / St-Lambert / Lévis / Trois-Pistoles August 4 and 5
Return to : Trois-Pistoles / Lévis / St-Lambert / Montreal on August 10th
For a departure on August 4th with the package under the stars only, contact us. Please note that we do not offer a shuttle service for weekend packages.
Schedules and meeting points
Meeting points:
Montreal: Francis Bouillon Arena - 3175 de Rouen Street, Montreal, Quebec, H1W 1K8
Saint-Lambert *: Champlain College - 900 Riverside Street, Saint-Lambert, Quebec, J4P 3P2
Lévis: André Lacroix Arena - 7300 Bd Guillaume-Couture, Lévis, QC G6V 6Z4
Trois-Pistoles: Trois-Pistoles High School - 455 Jenkin Street, Trois-Pistoles, Quebec G0L 4K0
* Parking fees apply in Saint-Lambert if you wish to park your car there:
August 4 shuttle: $42
August 5 shuttle: $36
August 4th Shuttle: Departure from Montreal (Francis-Bouillon Arena) - 3:00 p.m. / Stop in Saint-Lambert (Champlain College) - 3:30 p.m. / Stop in Lévis - 6:00 p.m. / Arrival in Trois-Pistoles - 8:00 p.m
August 5 Shuttle: Departure from Montreal (Francis-Bouillon Arena) - 6 a.m. / Stop in Saint-Lambert (Champlain College) - 6:30 a.m. / Stop in Lévis - 9 a.m. / Arrival in Trois-Pistoles - 11 a.m.
August 10 Shuttle: Departure from Trois-Pistoles - 2:00 p.m. / Stop in Lévis - 4:30 p.m. / Stop in Saint-Lambert (Champlain College) - 6:30 p.m. / Arrival in Montreal (Francis-Bouillon Arena) - 7:00 p.m.
August 7th Shuttle (return Weekend): Departure from Matane - 7 p.m. / Arrival in Trois-Pistoles - 9 p.m.
Special offers
Package including
The under the stars packages include nights of camping.
the packages under the comforter include nights in a hotel;
Most packages include meals;
Luggage transportation (1/person, including camping equipment. Max 22 kg under the stars; 15 kg under the comforter);
supervision, mechanical breakdown service and access to support vehicles;
animation in the village;
the traveler's guide;
GPX data, maps and daily routes;
Package including
The under the stars packages include nights of camping.
the packages under the comforter include nights in a hotel;
Most packages include meals;
Luggage transportation (1/person, including camping equipment. Max 22 kg under the stars; 15 kg under the comforter);
supervision, mechanical breakdown service and access to support vehicles;
animation in the village;
the traveler's guide;
GPX data, maps and daily routes;
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Day 1 - Saturday, August 5, 2023
Meet at the meeting point - Trois-Pistoles High School (455 Jenkin Street, Trois-Pistoles, Quebec, G0L 4K0).
For this first day on the roads of the Lower St. Lawrence, discover the superb road that leads to the Bic National Park, and extend your stay if an optional tour on rock dust roads appeals to you!
Course dimensions
Regular route 101 km : 3
105 km option: 3+.
Option 122 km : 4
Consult the day's elevation changes
Departure from Trois-Pistoles to Mont-Joli via Notre-Dame-des-Neiges, Saint-Mathieu-de-Rioux, Saint-Simon-de-Rimouski, Saint-Fabien, Bic, Rimouski, Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard and Sainte-Luce. Options by Saint-Fabien-sur-Mer, Parc National du Bic, Neigette.
Prefer to start the week slowly? A shuttle service will be available to reduce the distance you have to cover on your first day. This shuttle will shorten the distance by around 30 kilometers.
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Day 2 - Sunday, August 6, 2023
On this beautiful Sunday, the day of the first loop of this Grand Tour, visit the magnificent Jardins de Métis after completing the short 37.8 km loop, or simply in place of the day's bike ride!
Course dimensions
Regular route 88 km : 3
38 km option : 3
Option 99 km : 3+ (2.5 miles)
Option 109 km : 4
Consult the day's elevation changes
Loop to Mont-Joli via Neigette, Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, Rimouski, Sainte-Luce, Sainte-Flavie, Grand-Métis and Price. Options by Saint-Joseph-de-Lepage, Saint-Donat, Métis-sur-Mer, Saint-Octave-de-Métis.
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Day 3 - Monday, August 7, 2023
Head for Matane on this third day of the Grand Tour! Discover the beautiful shores of Lake Matapedia, where you may be tempted to make a saucette at Baie-de-Charlie!
Course dimensions
Regular route 87 km : 4
97 km option : 4+.
Option 109 km: 4+.
Consult the day's elevation changes
Mont-Joli to Matane via Price, Sainte-Octave-de-Métis, Padoue, Saint-Noël, Saint-Moïse, Sayabec, Sainte-Paule and Saint-Léandre. Options by Saint-Noël, Lac-Malcom, Val-Brillant.
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Day 4 - Tuesday, August 8
This second loop of the Grand Tour allows you to take a beautiful tour of the land surrounding Matane, or gives you time to discover some of the most beautiful attractions of this beautiful city whose lighthouse offers an exceptional view of the St. Lawrence River which widens to become a gulf!
Course dimensions
Regular route 73 km: 3+.
Shortened option 43 km : 3
100 km option : 4
Consult the day's elevation changes
Loop to Matane via Ruisseau-Gagnon, Saint-Adelme, Sainte-Félicité, Petit-Matane. Options by St-Luc-de-Matane, Grosses-Roches.
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Day 5 - Wednesday, August 9
For this fifth day on the road, we change tack! Direction Rimouski, the economic center of the region, by waterways. You will spend the day along the water, which will allow you to discover many small picturesque villages, in particular Métis-sur-Mer, whose traditional houses and horticultural and landscaping installations will amaze you.
Course dimensions
Regular route 99 km: 3+.
Option 106 km : 3+ (2.5 miles)
Option 115 km : 4
Consult the day's elevation changes
Matane to Rimouski via Saint-Ulric, Baie-des-Sables, Les Boules, Métis-sur-Mer. Grand-Métis, Sainte-Flavie and Sainte-Luce. Options by Price, Mont-Joli.
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Day 6 - Thursday, August 10
Alas, it is already the last day of this wonderful Grand Tour. For this return to Trois-Pistoles, you will switch between sea and land to get back to the starting point of the beautiful week of cycling that just took place. Before leaving the Lower St. Lawrence, why not take advantage of this last day to explore the Pointe-au-Père Historical Site and take an unusual visit to the Onondaga submarine!
Course dimensions
Regular route 82 km: 3+.
Option 94 km : 4
Option 121 km : 4+ (2.5 miles)
Consult the day's elevation changes
Rimouski to Trois-Pistoles via Saint-Valérien, Saint-Eugène-de-Ladrière, Saint-Fabien, Saint-Mathieu-de-Rioux, Sainte-Françoise, Notre-Dame-des-Neiges. Option via Sainte-Odile-de-Rimouski, Saint-Médard, Saint-Jean-de-Dieu.
They talk about it better than we do
Martine
" The joy of riding without having to worry about anything else. "
Clara
"The Grand Tour de Vélo Québec offers an unforgettable week of life for all age groups. I met many friends there, whose friendship continued well beyond the week of cycling."
Annie
" Bravo, excellent organization!!! We are already looking forward to next year! "
Gaétan
" I am impressed with the quantity and quality of people involved in such an event. Congratulations to all and well done."
They talk about it better than we do
Martine
" The joy of riding without having to worry about anything else. "
Clara
"The Grand Tour de Vélo Québec offers an unforgettable week of life for all age groups. I met many friends there, whose friendship continued well beyond the week of cycling."
Annie
" Bravo, excellent organization!!! We are already looking forward to next year! "
Gaétan
" I am impressed with the quantity and quality of people involved in such an event. Congratulations to all and well done."
Get the official jersey of the 2023 season
- Potenza Jersey
- Short sleeves
- Complete closure
- Technica Coolway fabric
- 4 CM compression band at the end of the sleeves
- Back pockets
- Silicone band inside the waist
- Available in men, women and children sizes
- Course on the back of the shirt
99 Taxes and home delivery included.
It is still possible to order your jersey! However, we cannot guarantee delivery before the event. Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions - The Grand Tour
Is parking included in Trois-Pistoles?
No. If you come by car, you must bring $20 in cash for parking at the meeting point, which is the École secondaire de Trois-Pistoles (455, rue Jenkin, Trois-Pistoles, Québec, G0L 4K0). This amount covers the parking of your car in Trois-Pistoles for the entire duration of the Grand Tour.
Is it possible to do the Grand Tour with an electric bike?
Yes, electrical connections are available in the villages during events.
Is it possible to have a gluten-free menu for people with gluten intolerance?
A gluten-free menu is available at meals. However, due to the high volume of logistics involved in serving meals on the Grand Tour, we cannot guarantee 100% freedom from cross-contamination.
The gluten-free menu is therefore available for participants who are gluten intolerant, but is not recommended for celiac participants.
Is it possible to modify the Grand Tour package?
No, the packages are offered according to the formulas and duration as presented on our website and these are not modifiable.
Is it possible to have access to the Grand Tour meal service without paying for accommodation?
The packages offered are not modifiable and include lodging and meals. However, you can bring your own meals, but it is not possible to deduct the price of meals from your package.
Does the Grand Tour go ahead even if it rains?
In the event of rain, the Grand Tour will proceed as scheduled. In the event of more severe weather conditions, such as high winds or thunderstorms, Vélo Québec reserves the right to bring forward or delay the start times in order to avoid such conditions.
Should extreme circumstances force the cancellation of a day, shuttles will be provided to the next village, except for the loop days on August 6 and 8.
If you have any doubts about the weather before hitting the road, drop in at the INFO kiosk and we'll be happy to advise you.
What to do if air quality is unsafe?
The safety of our participants is paramount, and should the air quality reach a dangerous level for vulnerable people (heart or lung problems, pregnant women, young children, etc.), shuttles will be provided to the next village, if necessary.
Today's air quality will be reported daily at the INFO booth and in Le Déchaîné. If you'd like to know more about air quality, or if you're uncomfortable riding, drop by the INFO booth and we'll work with you to find the solutions you need.
When will the Grand Tour booklet be sent out?
The booklet containing all the information you need to prepare for your Grand Tour will be mailed on Tuesday, July 18.
Is it possible to arrive the day before departure?
If you'd like to arrive on August 4, it's possible! Various options are available, depending on your package and the mode of transport you use to get there. Here are the different scenarios:
You have rented a tent with Vélo Québec :
If you took the August 4 shuttle, you can camp for free at the Trois-Pistoles start site (455 Rue Jenkin, Trois-Pistoles, QC G0L 4K0), where your tent will be set up before you arrive. Please refer to the tent card you received with your wristbands to find your tent when you arrive.
If you didn't take the shuttle bus, you can choose to meet at the start site in Trois-Pistoles (455 Rue Jenkin, Trois-Pistoles, QC G0L 4K0) or at the first Grand Tour village in Mont-Joli (École du Mistral, 254 Av. Ross, Mont-Joli, QC G5H 3M4), where your tent will be set up before you arrive. Please refer to the tent card you received with your wristbands to find your tent when you arrive. If you are in this situation, please contact us by e-mail at vqv@velo.qc.ca before July 31 and let us know where you wish to have your tent set up so that we can include your tent in the lot that will be set up on August 4.
You did not rent a tent with Vélo Québec :
If you took the August 4 shuttle, you can pitch your tent at the Trois-Pistoles start site (455 Rue Jenkin, Trois-Pistoles, QC G0L 4K0) when you arrive in the designated "Camping la veille" area.
If you didn't take the shuttle bus, you can either go to the starting site in Trois-Pistoles (455 Rue Jenkin, Trois-Pistoles, QC G0L 4K0), or to the first Grand Tour village in Mont-Joli (École du Mistral, 254 Av. Ross, Mont-Joli, QC G5H 3M4), where you can pitch your tent in the Camping area.
Services available: toilets, water and campground.
Please note that the other services of the Grand Tour, such as meals, mechanics and first aid, will only be available as of August 5th. You must therefore plan your own meals if you decide to arrive the day before.
What's the deadline for registration?
You can register online up to and including August 4. On-site registration will also be available on August 5. On-site registration will take place at the INFO booth at the Trois-Pistoles departure site, for the Sous les étoiles 3 and 6-day packages. Debit/credit cards only.
Is it possible to register for the Day Tours (August 6 and 8) on site?
For the one-day tours (August 6 in Mont-Joli and August 8 in Matane), it is possible to register on site the same day. On-site registration will take place at the INFO booths in the villages of Mont-Joli and Matane.
What do I do if my bracelet is broken?
If one of your bracelets is broken when you receive it, or if it has been tampered with afterwards, come and see us at the INFO kiosk and we'll repair it, or give you a new one.
What is the model of the tents?
Currently we have several models of tents and we have just renewed a part of our park with 4 persons camping tents - Arpenaz 4.2 blue from Decathlon. The tent models are assigned randomly, we cannot tell you exactly which model you will have during your stay. However, rest assured that all of our tent models are of high quality and are carefully checked to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible.
A little nostalgia?
Watch a video of the Grand Tour made in the summer of 2022. Good memories while waiting for the next Grand Tour!
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