A city to discover
Trois-Rivières, a festive city...
Discover the city of Trois-Rivières, located in the heart of la belle province, between Montreal and Quebec City. Trois-Rivières is known for its tourist attractions and its many exciting activities.
The city of Trois-Rivières is known for its festive and artistic atmosphere. Come and see artists at work during Festivoix, the International Poetry Festival, the International DansEncore Festival, and the Public Entertainers Festival. For food lovers, the many restaurants will entice you to discover a wide range of flavours to suit everyone’s tastes! Thrill-seekers will be delighted by the Grand Prix of Trois Riviéres, where you can see racing cars compete at high speeds.
In addition, Trois-Rivières is the international capital of poetry, which allows poets and their melodious rhymes to be honoured during the International Poetry Festival. Stories will transport you during the Festival of Tales and Legends, when a part of the city is magically transformed. The city also comes alive every weekend with the many free activities for passersby on the rue des Forges. There are often free performances by regional theater companies in the gardens of Niverville and Ursulines. The city also offers a splendid view on the St. Lawrence River from the harbour park.
For nature lovers, Trois-Rivières is about 1 hour from Mauricie National Park. In addition, the Maïkan outdoor club (5 minutes from downtown) offers you a chance to navigate the Saint-Maurice River.
Sports lovers will enjoy the many beautiful golf courses nearby.
Trois-Rivières is a city worth visiting for its rich culture, arts and history!
