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Verchères
Spend a half‑day in Verchères for riverside walks, a quick visit to the Madeleine‑de‑Verchères monument and a bite at a local eatery; add a night if you want to stay at a B&B.
Verchères is a small riverside town in Montérégie, Quebec, known for its St‑Lawrence shoreline, historic monument to Madeleine de Verchères and a handful of islands popular with boaters. Its attractions are clustered in the village, so a half‑day covers the main sights; an overnight lets you relax by the river and explore the islands.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CAD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Jan–Feb
- Airport
- YUL
- Nights
- 0.5
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.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- 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 Verchères911 ▾
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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 Verchères, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe; typical small‑town caution with traffic and winter ice.
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- RestroomsFree in malls, Tim Hortons, stations and park visitor centres.Canada-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / ambulance · 911 fire
- 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‑Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (43 km (27 mi), about 45 min by car on Route 132).YUL Montréal‑Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (27 mi (43 km), about 45 min by car on Route 132).
- Getting aroundCar is the easiest; Route 132 runs through the town.
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‑Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (43 km (27 mi), about 45 min by car on Route 132)YUL Montréal‑Pierre Elliott Trudeau International (27 mi (43 km), about 45 min by car on Route 132)
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
not flagged
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Apr
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
May
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Dec
not flagged
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Verchères: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
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)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
5 rd
Feb
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
5 rd
Mar
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
Apr
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
12 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
10 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
7 rd
Dec
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
6 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
Car is the easiest; Route 132 runs through the town. Parking is available near the riverfront and the monument.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Contrecoeur
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round‑trip
Drive east on Route 132, about 15 km (9.3 mi), 15 minDrive east on Route 132, about 9.3 mi (15 km), 15 min
River views and sunset spots.
Varennes
goDoor to door: ≈25 min round‑trip
Drive west on Route 132, about 12 km (7.5 mi), 12 minDrive west on Route 132, about 7.5 mi (12 km), 12 min
Visit Parc de la Commune and local market.
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.
Local B&Bs
Small family‑run inns in the village; book in advance
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
- CAD 80–120 (≈ US$60–90) excl. bed
- Mid
- CAD 130–180 (≈ US$95–140) excl. bed
- High
- CAD 200 (≈ US$150)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Bed‑and‑breakfast2 × 1 night × C$110 | C$220 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × C$130 | C$260 |
| Car rental (1 day, compact)2 × C$55 · Check local rates. | C$110 |
| Boat launch fee (per boat)2 × C$5 · Check seasonal pricing. | C$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | C$60 |
| Trip total≈ C$330 per person per day, bed included | C$660≈ US$500 |
Typical small‑town B&B rates.
2026 estimate in CAD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | CAD 2–4 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Poutine | CAD 6–9 (≈ US$5–7) |
| Local craft (souvenir) | CAD 10–30 (≈ US$8–25) |
| Car fuel (per litre) | CAD 1.70 (≈ US$2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter road conditions can be icy; check local forecasts.
- Some island boat launches have limited hours in off‑season.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance
- 911
- Fire
- 911
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À cette adresse, s’il vous plaîtTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate in Montreal; other embassies in Ottawa.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Montréal → Verchères (car, 43 km): ≈ CAD 55 for fuel + tolls
Say or show
- Bonjour — Hello (bohn-zhoor)
- Merci — Thank you (mehr-see)
- Combien? — How much? (kohm-byen)
- Où est le fleuve? — Where is the river? (oo eh luh fluhv)
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 Verchères. 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 Jan–Feb · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a guided boat tour of the six islands (check schedules).
- Combine with a visit to the Verchères lighthouse (front and rear range lights).
Sources
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