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montreal hikes

Though temperatures are set to drop this week, Montreal has seen one of its warmest winters on record and — with spring officially beginning March 19 — you've probably been dreaming about fun outdoor activities to do.

No matter the season, a hike at a beautiful Quebec nature park should be on every Montrealer's to do list — especially this one, which leads to a hidden 500-metre long floating grand walkway along the park's swamps and marshes.

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As Quebec simmers under the scorching summer sun, there's a cooler, more captivating part of the province awaiting the intrepid. Waterfalls, those thunderous spectacles of nature, are the perfect sanctuaries, offering a dramatic and refreshing departure from the season's relentless heat.

Tucked away in the province's lush wilderness, these hidden gems serve as nature's own air conditioners, inviting you to swap the swelter for a splash. So, grab your crew, or venture off solo and get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey through the stunning landscapes of Quebec, where the province's most majestic falls are hidden.

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With fall just around the corner, you can take in those stunning autumn colours 50 metres from the ground at Parc de la Gorge de Coaticook.

Located in the Eastern Townships only two hours from Montreal, the suspension bridge is one of the longest in North America, spanning a total of 545 feet. The bridge is easily the park's biggest attraction and is the ideal spot to get a front-row seat to the changing fall colours.

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Now that festival season is coming to an end, we can focus on the upcoming autumn of love. Goodbye summer... you will be missed. But honestly, public pools and 5à7 at rooftop bars aren't the most romantic things in the world.

With its moody aesthetic and blanket-requiring temperatures, fall is the season for intimate quality time with your favourite person.

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Life can be hectic. Sometimes you just need to get away from the city to find a little peace of mind — and there's no better place to do so than on one of the many gorgeous hiking trails near Montreal.

All the spots on this list are within a two-hour drive from the city, so you don't have to go far to fully immerse yourself in nature!

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Let's face it: the holidays can be damn expensive, and now that the new year has rolled around, most of us have already blown through the budget we planned for the next few months... or year.

But luckily, there are tons of things to do in Montreal this January that are all completely free. So you can leave your credit card at home!

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The cold weather may be creepin' in, but since when has that ever stopped the city of Montreal ... especially when it comes to the weekend?

So grab your coats and your smile because this weekend's sure to be as amazing as ever. Here are 11 things to do.

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