Charlevoix offers unforgettable routes for all levels and all types of cycling.
Cycling in Charlevoix translates into wandering between the mighty St. Lawrence and the Laurentian mountains amid breathtaking scenery. Linking the region’s wild backcountry, breathtaking coastline, and vast plateaus, more than 1,000 km of roads, trails, and gravel paths await you.
Whether you ride for pleasure or challenge—on gravel, mountain, road, touring, bikepacking, or winter fatbiking mode—you’ll find trails, paths, and courses for all levels here, among agricultural valleys, deep forests, and maritime panoramas.
Gourmet stops, welcoming inns, farmers’ markets, cheese factories, cideries, microbreweries: everything is in place to make each outing a memorable adventure!
The Facebook group "Communauté Vélo Charlevoix" is here to bring together cycling enthusiasts from here and elsewhere.
Everything you need to know before you ride.
Most road and gravel routes are free to access.
Mountain bike centres require a day pass or membership, including Le Domaine des Cîmes, Les Mines and Le Genévrier. Tickets for these centres can be purchased online.
Other sites, including Aux Sources and Le Massif, also charge mountain biking access fees.
An access fee is required for fat biking at Parc national des Hautes-Gorges-de-la-Rivière-Malbaie. Reservations are available through Sépaq.
Some bikepacking routes that cross protected areas may also require access fees.
Are the routes and trails marked?
Signage varies depending on the type of route. Mountain bike centres have trail signage.
Gravel and bikepacking routes may have fewer signs, so we strongly recommend downloading the GPS route before you ride, either as a GPX file or through a platform such as RideWithGPS.
Absolutely. For a ride away from vehicle traffic, explore Charlevoix’s bike paths. Several municipalities also have pumptracks, a fun way to practise your riding skills as a family.
If you would like to try mountain biking, all centres offer beginner trails. Check the trail difficulty ratings before heading out to choose a ride that suits your group.
For a beginner-friendly road ride, the Tour de l’Isle is an excellent choice, with its gentle terrain and pleasant route.
Each route page includes a difficulty rating chart near the top, making it easy to identify beginner, intermediate and expert routes.
Yes. The Triangle d’or is a 326 km cycle touring route connecting Baie-Saint-Paul, La Baie and Saint-Siméon. It brings together the St. Lawrence River, the fjord and the mountains in a single trip. With over 4,000 m of elevation gain, this demanding route requires careful preparation.
Although they are outside Charlevoix, routes such as the Véloroute des Bleuets and the Véloroute des Baleines are examples of major cycling routes in Quebec.
They can inspire trips that combine several regions and different riding experiences, from urban pumptracks to countryside rides and routes along the St. Lawrence River.
Yes. GPX download links are available for most routes, particularly nature trails and backcountry routes. You can use these files to follow the route on a phone or bike computer, which is especially helpful where signage is limited.
At most centres and on most routes, you need to be self-sufficient. Bring a repair kit, water and a way to communicate if you need help.
Services are shown as icons on each route page.
It depends on the type of ride you are planning: a road bike for paved routes, a gravel bike for unpaved roads, a mountain bike for trails, or a fat bike for winter routes.
Before heading out, check the route page for information about the terrain and difficulty level.
For gravel routes, pay particular attention to the recommended tire width.
For a recreational ride, you can rent a bike from Katabatik in Baie-Saint-Paul, Vélo-Coudres on L’Isle-aux-Coudres, or GUEPE in La Malbaie. Vélo-Coudres also offers e-bikes.
For mountain biking, Le Massif rents both standard and electric mountain bikes for use on its trails. Nord Expé also rents electric mountain bikes from the Manoir Richelieu.
Explore our City Biking and Mountain Biking pages to find rental options, then check opening dates and availability directly with the rental providers.
Vélo Charlevoix organizes events for different types of cyclists. The Grand Prix Cycliste de Charlevoix and the Quebec/Canada MTB Cups feature competitive racing. The Granfondo offers a road cycling challenge, while Festival Vélox brings road and gravel riders together in a festive atmosphere. The Grands Rendez-Vous des Petits also give young riders a chance to discover bike racing.
Visit our Cycling Events page for dates and details about each edition.
Yes. Along with cycling routes, the region offers hiking trails, accommodations, restaurants and plenty of other experiences. They are a great way to enjoy some variety between rides.
Find ideas for your stay on the Tourisme Charlevoix website.
Charlevoix is one of Quebec’s most beautiful regions for memorable cycling experiences. You will find spectacular scenery, iconic roads such as Route 362, views of the mountains and the St. Lawrence River, and stunning sunrises.
Some routes pass through areas where you may spot whales, while others cross paths with the scenic train, creating memorable moments along the way.
For riders who enjoy discovering local flavours, several routes offer stops at wineries, microbreweries and farms, including those along the Route des Saveurs de Charlevoix. For thrill-seekers, Le Massif’s signature descents are among the region’s most sought-after riding experiences.
Whether you are looking for an outdoor adventure, a scenic ride or a cycling outing with delicious stops, Charlevoix offers some of Quebec’s best places to ride.
Make the most of your visit by combining your rides with local accommodations, food experiences, sightseeing and relaxation.
Tourisme Charlevoix offers a selection of places to visit and things to do to enrich your stay.
These experiences round out your cycling trip, whether you are travelling solo, as a couple or with your family.