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The most beautiful weekend on your bike!
For this 27th edition, Vélo Québec transports you to Montérégie for 3 days of pure pleasure. Located in the heart of the town of Ormstown, our village will welcome young and old with everything they need for an unforgettable stay.
Whether with family, friends or on their own, this event brings together thousands of cyclists who ride the most beautiful routes, and meet up in the village in the evening to share memorable evenings in a festive atmosphere!
It is recommended that you check le Petit Déchaîné daily until the end of La Petite Aventure, as updates and additional information will be added daily.
Before you leave
Access to the starting site
Plan your route to the Huntingdon Regional Arena by clicking here. Simply enter your starting address to get a customized itinerary.
GPX routes and data
GPX format routes will be provided in the weeks leading up to the Little Adventure.
Parking
You can leave your vehicle on site. The cost of parking for the three days is $10 per vehicle, payable at the entrance. Cash only.
Luggage
After arriving at the departure site, please leave your luggage with the corresponding truck for transport to the village. A valet service is available for those who do not wish to take their luggage to the truck. The service is provided by a local sports team for which this is a fund-raising event. A fee of $2 per bag is charged, payable in cash directly to the valets. As this is a fundraiser, feel free to donate more!
Bracelet
Your identification bracelets have been mailed. You will receive them in the next few days.
- Lavender bracelet: You will receive two (2). The participant bracelet, to be worn on your wrist, will be needed to access the village and collect your meals. The other bracelet should be worn on your luggage.
- Green and white wristbands: If you've chosen a vegetarian (green wristband) or gluten-free (white wristband) menu, you'll also need to wear these wristbands.
Tent rental
Have you rented a tent from Vélo Québec Voyages? You have been given a tent card. The number on the card corresponds to the number of your tent. Please attach it to your luggage (your luggage will be identified with a card and a lavender bracelet). At the departure site, please drop off your luggage at the "Camion bagages Location Tente" truck.
Shuttles
If you have chosen the shuttle option, here are the meeting points:
Montreal: Francis Bouillon Arena - 3175, rue de Rouen, Montreal, Quebec, H1W 1K8
Saint-Lambert: Champlain College - 900 Riverside Street, Saint-Lambert, Quebec, J4P 3P2
Huntingdon Regional Arena: 1567 Chem. Fairview, Huntingdon, QC J0S 1H0
Shuttle service:
Looking for a way to get to the start of La Petite Aventure? Choose one of our shuttles to get you to Huntingdon 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 efforts of the next few days!
Departure: Montreal / St-Lambert / Huntingdon June 29
Return: Huntingdon / St-Lambert / Montreal July 1
Prices: Information to follow.
Schedules and meeting points
Meeting points :
Montreal: Francis Bouillon Arena - 3175, rue de Rouen, Montreal, Quebec, H1W 1K8
Saint-Lambert: Champlain College - 900 Riverside Street, Saint-Lambert, Quebec, J4P 3P2
Huntingdon Regional Arena: 1567 Chem. Fairview, Huntingdon, QC J0S 1H0
Shuttle June 29: Depart Montreal (Francis-Bouillon Arena) - 7:00 a.m. / Stop in Saint-Lambert (Champlain College) - 7:30 a.m. / Arrive Huntingdon - 9:00 a.m.
July 1st Shuttle: Departure from Huntingdon - 4:00 p.m. / Stop in Saint-Lambert (Collège Champlain) - 5:30 p.m. / Arrival in Montreal (Francis-Bouillon Arena) - 6:00 p.m.
In the village
At La Petite Aventure, there's never a dull moment! Whether you're looking for the relaxation of a massage, the festive side of a bistro or the childhood feeling of jumping on a trampoline, it's all possible. Our village is tailor-made to ensure that your after-bike experience matches the day you spent pedaling in one of Quebec's most beautiful regions, the Montérégie.
As life is well done, everything is in the same place! In the village, you will find every day :
- Sanitary facilities, bathrooms and showers to erase the traces of your efforts
- A friendly meal point where you can meet people and discover new tastes
- A DJ will come and set the evening alight to make you forget your... burning calves!
- Discover the many games offered by Socio-Jeux
- A movie theater that offers popular and family movies (Friday and Saturday)
- Inflatable games for those who still have energy to burn at the end of the day
- A Cyclomini course to introduce toddlers (2 to 8 years old) to cycling in a safe environment
- Massage therapists to loosen up your body after a day of high mileage
FAQ
Luggage transportation
At La Petite Aventure, we transport your luggage from one stopover to the next. We accept only one piece of luggage per person. For your own safety and that of our baggage handlers, please ensure that your luggage weighs no more than 22 kg. You must submit your baggage to a weight check at the time of departure in Huntingdon. Any excess must be returned to your vehicle.
The Petite Aventure course day by day
In the tab of each day, you will find the routes on the Ride with GPS application as well as the maps in printable format (PDF).
To help you plan your Petite Aventure, it is possible - using a phone, computer or tablet - to see maps and topographic profiles with the Ride with GPS platform.
This platform offers you an array of superior features:
- Voice navigation
- Offline access to maps
- Detailed maps and itineraries (cuesheets) in PDF format (data is provided for information purposes only)
- Advanced route notifications with GPX (or TCX) files. If you want to access these features, please follow these steps: Register for the event on Ride with GPS.
You will be prompted to register if you are new to the site or to log in if you already have an account. It's free. The event will automatically sync with your mobile and online account.Do you have a GPS or smartphone? Check out the short navigation guide to familiarize yourself with the Ride with GPS platform.
One week prior to the Petite Aventure, you will receive an email update of the course maps, including the presence of restrooms. It is best to wait for this last update before downloading the data into your GPS, if applicable.
Insurance coverage
It is the responsibility of each traveler to ensure adequate insurance coverage (medical, luggage and bicycle). Vélo Québec Voyages assumes no responsibility for loss, theft or damage to your luggage and personal effects (including your bicycle) during your trip, including the transportation of your bicycle by truck. Please note that many home insurance companies cover property damaged or stolen outside the home. Check with your company.
Road behaviour
We won't be the only ones out and about during this long weekend. You will be riding on the road system in part and the roads will not be closed to vehicular traffic. Please keep this in mind and RIDE SAFELY. Please take this opportunity to remind the younger ones who are accompanying you. The organization has committed itself to more "cyclocivism" with the authorities and will not hesitate to call you to order if your behavior puts your life and that of others in danger.
Tagging
The route is marked with signs. These signs will also indicate the presence of the various service points (toilets, refreshments, lunch stop, water, etc.). Any last minute deviation will be indicated, if necessary, with the help of DETOUR signs.
Closing of optional courses
The optionals indicate a closing time so that all participants can cross the finish line by 6:00 pm. In addition to being indicated on the course sign at the beginning of the optional course, closing time information is also provided on the maps, where applicable.
Charging point for electronic devices
If you need to recharge your phone, tablet or bike computer, go to the school's designated charging station, where a space is provided for this purpose. Details to follow.
Meals and allergies
When you registered, we asked you to choose a meal type (regular/vegan/gluten-free). However, we are aware that some participants may have more specific allergies or intolerances.
Full menus are available on the daily pages of this Petit déchaîné. If you'd like more details on ingredients and meal preparation, the on-site catering service has a complete list of ingredients and can provide you with the information you need to make sure you don't eat any foods you're allergic to.
RV camping/camping
If you'd like to camp in your RV/camper, a space is available in the village of Ormstown. Please note that no services are provided, so it will not be possible to connect your RV to an electrical outlet or water hook-up.
Broken bracelet
If you've damaged your wristband during the Little Adventure, go to the INFO booth with your wristband and we'll exchange it for an undamaged one.
Cancellation and refund
For cancellation and refund terms and conditions, please refer to the general terms and conditions.
