INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS - DAY 5 - WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7
Loops around Papineauville
Set off to explore the Outaouais countryside, and discover beautiful forest roads, farmland as far as the eye can see, and pretty lakes, including Lac Viceroy, or Lac Simon, for those who let themselves be tempted by the first optional route of the day!
Once back in the village, head to the bistro at 5:00 p.m. for a conversation between Jean-François Rheault and Ann-Rika Martin, big winner of Les chefs in 2017, chef co-owner of O'Ravito Café Relais and responsible for this week's lunch menus. In this discussion, you'll learn more about her inspirations for Grand Tour dinners, her family cargo bike experiences and the importance of proximity to the Route verte for her restaurant.
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Our partners' activities
Vélo Québec is proud to count Lait au chocolat as a presenting partner of the Grand Tour. Enjoy a good chocolate milk to help you recover after the effort when you arrive at the Village.
- When you return to the village, discover the surprise of the day, courtesy of Le Lait!
- Treat yourself to a hotEscape Café beverage before you hit the road between 6:30 and 10:00 a.m., or on your return between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Don't forget your reusable mug!
- Come and try out several outdoor games (spikeball, badminton, arrow bow and Finnish bowling) supplied by Décathlon between 11 am and 7 pm!
- The Décathlon boutique will also be on hand to offer a wide range of sporting goods from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Décathlon will also be offering a workshop on the mechanical maintenance of your bike. See you at 4:00 pm at the Décathlon booth.
- Pick up Vélo Québec items at our village boutique between 12:00 and 21:00.
- Come and enjoy a good beer from Siboire, the official beer of the Grand Tour.
- Does your bike need a little (or big) cleaning? Take advantage of Mint'n Dry 's free afternoon bike wash.
- If you have any questions, unforeseen circumstances or last-minute changes, come and see us at the INFO Vélo Québec booth, which will be open today from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the village.
For emergencies, please contact us at 514 292-8356 or [email protected].
Day by day cycling itinerary
On the road
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Regular route, 88 km
The Outaouais is beautiful, it's green and it's fun to ride! Today's regular route is no exception. From Papineauville, you'll first head for Saint-André-Avellin, before continuing on to the day's lunch stop in Chénéville. In the afternoon, return to the village via Ripon and the land north of Papineauville.
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Short loop, 38 km
Feeling tired after four days of cycling? This loop is for you! This short 38 km ride around Papineauville will loosen up your legs without putting too much strain on them, after which you'll be able to enjoy the village one last time.
ATTENTION: This route does not include the lunch stop. If you wish to take this route, please mention it when you pick up your dinner in the village the day before, so that we can plan your dinner in the village.
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Gravito stop - km 15 and 64
Today, you'll come across theravito stop at the beginning of the route, as well as at the end, since this stop acts as a crossroads between the short loop and the rest of the regular route. See you at Aréna Stéphane-Richer in Saint-André-Avellin for a well-deserved break!
Optional route 1,+17 km
Still not hungry as the lunch break approaches? Head to Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix and Namur with this first optional route of the day.
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Lunch stop - km 37
What could be better than a stopover in the friendly village of Chénéville for a bite to eat? Visit Saint-Félix-de-Valois Catholic Church for a well-deserved break!
Taste the cheese of the day, courtesy of Fromages d'ici: Bocconcini (Fromagerie Saputo).
The lunch stop is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Optional route 2, +42 km
There are several thousand lakes in the Outaouais region... fancy seeing one more? If so, head (not too fast!) for the second optional route of the day, which you'll come across just outside the Chénéville lunch stop. This will take you around Lac Simon, renowned for its beaches and resort activities.
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In the village
The Village de Papineauville offers a wide range of activities. Whether you're looking to unwind, have a drink or take your mind off things, we've got you covered!
Your day's activities :
- Take a shower at Festidouches between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. and between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Take advantage of the Pure products available.
- Don't feel like riding today? Join Jean-Paul Blais for a wild mushroom picking workshop from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
- Are your muscles sore and in need of physio or taping? Drop by the sports therapy booth between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (lunch stop) and between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (Papineauville village).
- Enjoy a massage therapy session between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (lunch stop) and between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. (village):
- Rates :
Drop-in (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.): $20 for 10 minutes, $25 for 15 minutes and $30 for 20 minutes (taxes included).
Village (2 pm - 10 pm): $55 for 30 minutes, $100 for 55 minutes (taxes included). Book your session at the massage therapy kiosk in the Village before you hit the road! Reserve your massage therapy session in advance by texting Djilali Aïcha at(514) 991-1822 with your choice of time slot. You'll receive a prompt reply confirming your appointment or suggesting an alternative time slot. Don't wait to book your next session!
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- Have fun with the many board games offered by SOCIOJEUX
- Watch a film at the village cinema. To find out what films are playing today, head straight to the village cinema, located in the Louis-Joseph Papineau high school auditorium.
- Spend a relaxing moment at Qi Gong/yoga from 4:45 to 5:15 p.m.
- Learn more about the development of the Grand Tour lunches, family cargo biking and the importance of the Route verte for local businesses in a conversation between Jean-François Rheault and Ann-Rika Martin at 5:00 pm.
- Have a drink (or two, or three... ) at the bistro between 3 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
- Vibrate to the sounds of the DJ from 8:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Your daily menu
