Montréal, Wednesday, May 28, 2025 - The Ville de Montréal and Vélo Québec wish to inform the public that two major cycling events will take place on Friday, May 30 and Sunday, June 1, causing major traffic disruptions in several areas of east-end Montreal.
The Tour la Nuit, on May 30, and the Tour de l’Île de Montréal, on June 1, will bring together thousands of cyclists of all ages. These festive, family-friendly events are designed to promote cycling and celebrate active mobility in Montreal. This year, the routes will take place east of boulevard Pie-IX.
Street closures and parking bans are to be expected on routes used by cyclists. The city recommends that motorists respect parking restrictions, plan their trips and opt for public transit or consider alternative routes.
Details of the routes, times of street closures and recommendations for citizens are available at Vélo Québec website.
Tour la Nuit
- Street closures from 7:30 p.m. to midnight
- The quadrilateral is formed by Viau and Beaubien streets, as well as Henri-Bourassa and Langelier boulevards.
- Streets will be reopened, in sections, as cyclists pass through.
Tour de l'Île
- Street closures from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- The areas affected are south of boulevard Gouin and north of rue Notre-Dame, between boulevard Pie-IX and the eastern tip of the island.
- We invite residents of the Montreal East and Pointe-aux-Trembles areas to consult the Infocirculation map carefully. During the event, the southern part of these areas will be closed off, and the Jean-Baptiste-Legardeur bridge towards Repentigny will be the only access and exit route by car.
- Streets will be reopened, in sections, as cyclists pass through.
Six crossing points will keep traffic moving outside the routes: the Olivier-Charbonneau Bridge, the Metropolitan Autoroute, Sherbrooke Street, Souligny Avenue, the Jean-Baptiste-Legardeur Bridge and the Charles-De Gaulle Bridge.
Quotes
«The Ville de Montréal is proud to support these gatherings, which highlight our commitment to sustainable and inclusive mobility. It's a unique annual event for which we work several months in advance to minimize the impact on mobility. We thank Montrealers for their cooperation and patience during these exceptional days.» - Philippe Sabourin, administrative spokesperson for the Ville de Montréal
«The Tour la nuit and Tour de l’Île de Montréal are emblematic events that actively contribute to the development of cycling culture and the influence of our metropolis. We are grateful for the exceptional logistical support of the Ville de Montréal, which makes them possible.» - Jean-François Rheault, President and CEO, Vélo Québec
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Source and information
Public Affairs and Protocol Department
City of Montreal
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Justine Bérubé, Public Relations and Communications Advisor
Vélo Québec
514 378-4242
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