Five minutes away from downtown Montreal by subway, Parc Jean-Drapeau's Île Notre-Dame is a favourite destination for cyclists and in-line skating enthusiasts, and also for motor-racing fans which come in large numbers for events held on Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. It is also the site of the Olympic Basin, where rowing competitions take place, and a popular spot for horticulture lovers, since it is home to the magnificent Floralies gardens. Its network of canals, ideal for pedal boating, and its beach, make it a truly special place for water-related activities.
