Useful info for participants - Tour de l'Île de Montréal

Date: June 1, 2025

Starting point: Parc Maisonneuve

At the intersection of Rosemont and Pie IX boulevards

Meeting point and schedule

Show up on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the time you chose when registering, and wear your race number to gain access to event services.

The start will be staggered from 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. When you register, you can choose between three call-up times: 8:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

It is important to respect the time you chose when you registered. Please refer to your transaction confirmation or customer account.

If you wish to ride with participants whose departure time and place differ from yours, visit your customer account to adjust your choice in the “Events” section.

Tour de l’Ile de Montréal route

A 50 km course on car-free streets.

Google Maps : coming soon
Ride with GPS: coming soon

Access and parking

By public transport

The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) will allow cyclists participating in the Tour de l’Île de Montréal to access the metro network to reach the event’s starting point. Each train car can accommodate up to 2 bikes, except for the first car, which must be avoided. Tandem bikes, tricycles, and bike trailers are not permitted.

STM staff will be present in stations to assist you, and train frequency will be increased for the occasion.

Important: In the event of an emergency evacuation, bikes must remain inside the train cars to ensure the safety of all passengers.

By car or by bike

Parc Maisnneuve – Access map to the start to come
Discover the different streets to take to get to the start of the Tour de l’Île de Montréal, as well as the parking options closest to the site.

Your race number

Before you leave home, don’t forget your race number. It’s your calling card for access to the various services.

This year, the race number is changing! You’ll receive a rectangular bib with pins to attach it to the front of your shirt on the day of the event. In case of rain, we invite you to attach the number to the handlebars of your bike using tie-wrap fasteners.

The number on your race number is NOT linked to your registration, but will be used to collect your official Lait au chocolat photo taken during the race.

When you pass through the photo-taking area, make sure the number is visible.
After the event, an e-mail will be sent to collect your photo.
Remember your number to make your search easier!

Tons of entertainment for your Tour de l’Île de Montréal!

A single start

Departure is scheduled for 9:15 a.m. and will last until 10:45 a.m.

The festive atmosphere will be provided by Calcium, the official mascot of Le Lait, and Julie Ringuette, the official spokesperson for the Festival Go vélo Montréal! Our host will also be on hand to warm up the crowd, and there will be an opportunity to speak before the start.

Don’t hesitate to contact the Sports Experts team for all your mechanical worries throughout the event.

You’ll also find basic services : first aid, mechanical assistance, washrooms, INFO booth and registration.

An Animated Route!

Throughout the course, enjoy a lively experience filled with activities!

Desjardins has some exciting surprises in store to energize your ride — and don’t forget to smile when you pass through the Zone photo du lait for a bright souvenir!

Keep your eyes peeled: you’ll encounter Chasse-Balcon musicians, musical cargo bikes, and much more along the way!

Support from Start to Finish

Mechanical issue or need first aid? You’re in good hands!

A mobile team of Sports Experts mechanics will be riding along with you.
Red-shirted volunteers will also be stationed throughout the route to assist with bike repairs or emergency aid.

If you’re unable to complete the Tour, support vehicles will be available to bring you back to your starting point. Of course, you can also leave the course at any time, depending on your pace and comfort.

Well-deserved breaks

Need a little break on the course? No problem, you’ll come across three rest stops to give your legs a rest.

Rest stop #1 – Don Bosco Park

DJ and Make-up

Rest stop #2 – Garmaine-Casaubon Park

Entertainment: inflatable games, Disco Express and Milk distribution

Rest stop #3 – Bellerive Park

Ice cream ($)

*Most basic services are offered at each relay (first aid, mechanical assistance (except for Rest stop #1), washrooms, INFO booth and registration).

An exhilarating finish line

At the finish line, celebrate the end of your Tour de l’Île de Montréal with musical encouragement from Desjardins and the traditional Lait!

Our Parc Maisonneuve finish site promises a wicked party that leaves plenty of room for the big bike party! On the menu, an entertaining program is planned with a musical ambiance and performances by the group Bonanza. A fun zone of giant games will be available to entertain the whole family, thanks to Milk!

To celebrate this first achievement of the summer, come relax on our spacious terrace, where you can eat and drink thanks to a variety of food trucks and Siboire microbrewery. The IGA food truck will also be on site, handing out free snacks! And don’t miss the chance to meet the team from Lufa Farms.

Tips and tricks for a more enjoyable ride

Before you leave, here are a few tips and a checklist of things to bring on Tour day.

Checklist: your bib; some snacks or a picnic; sunscreen; raincoat; ID; your water bottle. Thank you for helping us ride in an environmentally responsible manner.

A bike in good condition

Before setting out, make sure your bike is in good condition: tires well inflated; components well adjusted and well oiled (brakes, chain, derailleur, etc.); accessories well attached to the bike (rack, basket, bottle cage, pump, etc.).

Fuel for the road

Start the day with a good breakfast. During the ride, drink regularly and eat snacks. If you want to have a picnic, plan for it.

Comfortable clothing

Bring rain gear and a windbreaker. Put everything in a plastic bag, to be slipped into a bicycle bag, basket or bag that is securely attached to the luggage rack. Avoid backpacks.

Tips on the road and services provided

Riding among many cyclists during the Tour de l’Île de Montréal requires a minimum of caution. Traffic generally flows smoothly, but slowdowns can occur. Cycle at your own pace and watch out for imperfections in the road. In the event that volunteers ask you to yield to pedestrians wishing to cross the streets, or to an emergency vehicle, please be courteous.

Signal your intentions

Using your arm or voice, signal your intention to stop, turn or pass (always from the left). If you want to stop, avoid sudden stops. Clear the way and pull over to the side of the road.

Protect your head

Wearing a helmet is recommended. A well-fitting helmet does not slip on the forehead or neck; the front and rear straps meet and the chin strap is not too tight.

If you ride under the rain

Brake efficiency decreases. Ride slower and allow more distance to stop. If it rains heavily, it’s best to take cover and wait.

If you ride with a child

Is the child in a seat or trailer? Securely fasten the straps and protect the child’s head with a helmet. Stop at serviced access points to stretch their legs. Wear sunscreen, bring a raincoat and don’t leave anything in their hands (bottles, toys, etc.).

Does the child have their own bike? If they are under 14, they must be accompanied by an adult. Make sure they have identification, a snack and the phone number of a parent or friend (on the inside of their bib). Indicate the Infobike booth as a meeting point at the serviced access points.

Practical Info

Date: June 1, 2025

Starting point: Parc Maisonneuve