The city of L'Assomption is renowned for its lively downtown, located on a peninsula bordered by the waters of the river of the same name. It's a vibrant city with refined boutiques, beautifully laid-out terraces and gourmet addresses well worth the detour.Our suggested itinerary for discovering the L'Assomption area this summer.
Here's an itinerary to discover the urban destination of L'Assomption, well worth a stopover for a few days.
DAY 1
You can't pass through L'Assomption without taking time to stroll down Boulevard L'Ange-Gardien. With its friendly cafes, chic boutiques and beautifully landscaped terraces, it's a great place to spend some time. Cozy bistros and upscale restaurants cross your path, inviting you to indulge in local cuisine. Nearly fifteen giant colorful sculptures line the boulevard. Explore them and try a Geebee, an electric scooter. You can rent one at the chalet in Parc Léo-Jacques. It's the ideal means of transport to explore an artistic circuit or discover the city's history. In fact, the heritage tours of L'Assomption will take you back in time, accompanied by a guide in period costume. Finish off your day of discovery with a good beer at Le Fermentor microbrewery. Or if you're more the distillery type, Les Esprits Tordus will be delighted to welcome you and offer you a tasting. Our suggested itinerary for discovering the L'Assomption area this summer.
DAY 2
Did you know that you can spend a whole day on the country roads of L'Assomption and make a lot of gourmet discoveries? The area around L'Assomption is mainly agricultural, so there are plenty of local farms and producers to choose from. Choose from a variety of businesses and make some great (and delicious!) finds. Rustik Alpaga welcomes you to the farm to learn more about the wool transformation process and see their cute animals. A guided tour (by appointment) will allow you to meet the alpacas and discover the artisan boutique. Not far away is Domaine Nasenka, a Scottish Highland cattle farm. A visit to the boutique offers delicious products such as salsa, stew, chili and various cuts of meat.
At Ferme Cormier, you can stock up on fresh fruit and vegetables all summer long, pick your own and see animals. At Pépinière Villeneuve, discover the flora, insects and animals on 5 themed trails. Bring your own snacks and take advantage of the picnic areas for a well-deserved break. Finish your visit by exploring the boutique and the large garden center. Our suggested itinerary to discover the L'Assomption region this summer.
DAY 3
In addition to its cultural and agritourism attractions, the geographical location of L'Assomption makes it an ideal place for river canoeing. The canoeing circuits of L'Assomption allow you to explore the banks of the river of the same name over a distance of 12 km. A boat rental service is available, but you can also bring your own canoe or kayak. The shuttle service will take you from the starting point of the tour in the Saint-Gérard-Majella area, down the river to the Léo-Jacques Park, where the tour ends. The shuttle service runs on Saturdays and Sundays from the end of June to the beginning of September, departing at 9:00 am, 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm.
If you'd rather pedal than sail, it's also possible to cover many miles around L'Assomption by bike. In fact, you can start from the town center on the Chemin du Roy for an 84 km bike ride. You'll discover buildings of historic charm and pass through more rural communities with their ancestral homes and antique shops.
Whether you choose to spend your third day on the water or on the bike (and why not do both!), we suggest you end your trip in L'Assomption, at the Spa Santé Corps et Âme. This urban spa offers a wide range of pampering packages and services. You can even reserve an exclusive moment in the jacuzzi.
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EVENTS NOT TO BE MISSED IN THE ASSOMPTION AREA:
- Shows at Théâtre Hector-Charland
- Cultura - Expo Rive-Nord | June 27 to 29, 2025
- Médiévales de Lanaudière | July 12 and 13, 2025
Take advantage of your visit to Nouvelle-Acadie to discover the gourmet tour of urban and rural flavors. This Goûtez Lanaudière tour will give you the opportunity to make many gourmet discoveries.
To find out all about the urban destination of L'Assomption and discover what there is to visit, visit the destination page.
