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Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
Go for one night if you are driving between Montréal and the US border, or for the early-July regatta; otherwise it is a half-day stop, not a base.
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, usually shortened to Valleyfield, sits on an island in the St. Lawrence about 65 km west of Montréal, with the Beauharnois Canal on its south side. It is a small French-speaking city of about 40,000 whose draw is water: a 400-berth marina on the old canal, a beach park in the centre, and a hydroplane regatta that fills the bay every July. Sights are few and walkable; most travellers see it as a night off the highway or a day trip from Montréal.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Nov–Apr (cold, ice, many seasonal businesses shut)
- Airport
- YUL
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 6Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- Canada ↗Visa-exempt travellers flying to or through Canada usually need an eTA; check your passport on the official Government of Canada site (canada.ca) and apply only there.
- Canada ↗A Parks Canada pass is needed to stop in national parks such as Banff and Jasper; some spots (for example Moraine Lake) are reached only by shuttle or tour, so book ahead.
- Canada ↗Keep well away from bears, elk and moose; carry bear spray on Rockies trails and follow trail closures.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Salaberry-de-Valleyfield911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Info-Santé (health advice, 24 h)811
- Sûreté du Québec (non-emergency)310-4141
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Canadian dollar (CAD, $).Canada-wide
- SIM or eSIMRogers, Bell and Telus plus cheaper brands (Fido, Koodo, Public Mobile); prepaid SIMs in malls and stores.Canada-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable; treat water from lakes and streams (giardia).Canada-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 15–20% of the pre-tax bill.Canada-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Canada-wide
- SafetyA quiet small city; the real risks are winter driving on Autoroute 20 and 30, fast water at the marina and canal…
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- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 811 Info-Santé (health advice, 24 h) · 310-4141 Sûreté du Québec (non-emergency)
- Sundays & holidaysStatutory holidays close shops and offices, varying by province; many park facilities are seasonal (about mid-May to mid-October).Canada-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportYUL Montréal–Trudeau (About 50 km (31 mi) east; the only practical airport.YUL Montréal–Trudeau (About 31 mi (50 km) east; the only practical airport.
- Getting aroundThe centre is walkable: marina, Parc Delpha-Sauvé, basilica and Victoria Street restaurants sit within about 20 minutes on foot.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeC$2.50–4.50 (≈ US$2–4)
- Sit-down mealRestaurant dinner mainAt La Nouvelle Orléans, per the menu band.C$19–34 (≈ US$14–25)
- Beerdraught in a bar / can at a depanneurC$7–9 (≈ US$6–7)C$2–3.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a weekC$15–35 (≈ US$11–30)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry (MUSO)C$7.50 (≈ US$6) adult; C$6 (≈ US$5) senior; C$4 (≈ US$3) student; under 13 free
- Budget bedHostel or shared bed, a night, per personC$45 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedMotel or hotel double room, a night, per roomC$170 (≈ US$130)
- High-end bedMotel or hotel double room, a night, per roomC$260 (≈ US$190)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget C$90 (≈ US$70) · Mid C$160 (≈ US$120) · High C$280 (≈ US$250)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- YUL Montréal–Trudeau (About 50 km (31 mi) east; the only practical airport. No rail link to Valleyfield: bus or car onward.)YUL Montréal–Trudeau (About 31 mi (50 km) east; the only practical airport. No rail link to Valleyfield: bus or car onward.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
Feb
Avoid
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Mar
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Apr
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Nov
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Dec
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C) low), wettest Nov (13 rain days), driest Feb (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Salaberry-de-Valleyfield: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C)
12 rd
Feb
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
10 rd
Mar
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
11 rd
Apr
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
12 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 rd
Oct
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
12 rd
Nov
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
13 rd
Dec
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−10°C (14°F)14°F (−10°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The centre is walkable: marina, Parc Delpha-Sauvé, basilica and Victoria Street restaurants sit within about 20 minutes on foot. For anything else you need a car or the local shared-taxi service (Société de transport de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield), which runs on reservation — call ahead, do not expect a bus every few minutes. A free downtown shuttle has run as a pilot on circuit 11; confirm it is still operating before relying on it.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Drive Route 201 north across the river, about 5 km (3.1 mi)Drive Route 201 north across the river, about 3.1 mi (5 km)
Canada's first lock canal plus fort remains; free entry, open daily late June to early September, 10:00–17:00.Canada's first lock canal plus fort remains; free entry, open daily late June to early September, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Montréal
goDoor to door: 1.5–2 h
EXO bus route 1 from Angrignon metro, or drive Autoroute 20 east
Easy day trip; the bus drops you at a metro station, so no parking.
Parc régional des Îles-de-Saint-Timothée
goDoor to door: About 20 min
Drive Route 132 to the Saint-Timothée sector
Beach, picnic tables, canoe and hydro-bike rental; summer only.
Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional Park
goDoor to door: About 20 min to a trailhead
Drive to the canal banks; 72 km (45 mi) of flat paved cycling pathDrive to the canal banks; 45 mi (72 km) of flat paved cycling path
Rent a bike in town; the path has no gradient and links several riverside villages.
Hemmingford
cautionDoor to door: About 1 h
Drive Route 201 south
Orchard country near the US border; most useful in apple season.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Centre-ville (Victoria Street and the old canal)
Walk to the marina, Parc Delpha-Sauvé and restaurants. Best if you have no car.
Centenaire Avenue
Highway-side hotels near Autoroutes 20 and 30; free parking, 15–20 min walk to the water.
Saint-Timothée sector
Route 132 motels and the Îles-de-Saint-Timothée park; car needed for everything.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- C$90–140 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- Mid
- C$150–230 (≈ US$110–170) excl. bed
- High
- C$250 (≈ US$190)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel or hotel double room1 × 1 night × C$170 | C$170 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × C$160 | C$320 |
| EXO bus Montréal (Angrignon) ↔ Valleyfield, both ways2 × C$20 · check | C$40 |
| Car, fuel and parking, one day1 × C$45 · check | C$45 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × C$15 | C$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | C$61 |
| Trip total≈ C$333 per person per day, bed included | C$666≈ US$500 |
2026 estimate in Canadian dollars; sales tax is added at checkout. Flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | C$2.50–4.50 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Casual lunch main | C$15–22 (≈ US$11–16) |
| Restaurant dinner mainAt La Nouvelle Orléans, per the menu band. | C$19–34 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Museum entry (MUSO) | C$7.50 (≈ US$6) adult; C$6 (≈ US$5) senior; C$4 (≈ US$3) student; under 13 free |
| Beer: draught in a bar / can at a depanneur | C$7–9 (≈ US$6–7) / C$2–3.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| eSIM or data SIM, about a week | C$15–35 (≈ US$11–30) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Shared taxis and the downtown shuttle need a phone call or a timetable check; there is no turn-up-and-go city bus.
- The regatta weekend in early July fills every hotel in town — book months ahead or sleep in Vaudreuil or Montréal.
- Winter shuts the marina, beach and most waterfront activity; the town is a highway stop from November to April.
- French is the everyday language; service in English is common in hotels and the centre but not guaranteed elsewhere.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Info-Santé (health advice, 24 h)
- 811
- Sûreté du Québec (non-emergency)
- 310-4141
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À cette adresse, s'il vous plaîtTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Info-Santé (24 h health advice)811
- Sûreté du Québec (non-emergency)310-4141
Embassy
No embassies here; the US consulate general is in Montréal, and most other countries keep embassies in Ottawa or consulates in Montréal.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- EXO bus Montréal (Angrignon) → Valleyfield: about C$10 (≈ US$8) one way, roughly 1 h 30 min (check)
- Local shared taxi, in-town hop: call for reservation; fare band check
- Taxi Valleyfield → Montréal–Trudeau: about C$100–130 (≈ US$75–95) (check)
Say or show
- Bonjour — Hello (bon-ZHOOR)
- Merci — Thank you (mair-SEE)
- Combien ça coûte ? — How much is it? (kom-BYEN sa KOOT)
- Je voudrais… — I would like… (zhuh voo-DREH)
- Où est la marina ? — Where is the marina? (oo eh la ma-REE-na)
- Puis-je payer par carte ? — Can I pay by card? (pweezh pay-YAY par KART)
Sales tax is added at checkout; tipping 15–20% at restaurants is expected.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Nov–Apr (cold, ice, many seasonal businesses shut) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for YUL: last EXO bus from Angrignon field-checked, taxi fallback, overnight rung.
- Walking cluster map for the centre: marina, Parc Delpha-Sauvé, basilica, Victoria Street restaurants.
- Place pages with verified hours (MUSO, basilica, Coteau-du-Lac) and eat pages with last orders.
- Regatta-week fixture: hotel sell-out dates and shuttle status so the July page can go green.
Sources
- officialVille de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield — tourism
- officialDestination Valleyfield — events
- officialEXO — regional bus network
- officialSociété de transport de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield
- officialParks Canada — Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site
- officialValleyfield Regattas
- secondaryWikivoyage: Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, revision 5328503 (CC BY-SA 4.0)