Montreal's defining landmark — a 190-hectare forested park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (Central Park's creator). The summit lookout delivers the best city panorama. In winter, cross-country skiing; in summer, the tam-tams drum circle on Sundays.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
Montreal's defining landmark — a 190-hectare forested park atop the mountain (232m) in the middle of the island, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (same as Central Park). The Kondiaronk Belvedere offers the most iconic city view. In summer: tam-tam drum circles on Sundays; in winter: cross-country skiing and the Lac aux Castors skating. Free and accessible by public transit.
What Stands Out
- Kondiaronk Belvedere: the most photographed Montreal viewpoint — go at sunset
- Sunday tam-tams: spontaneous drum circle at the Cartier monument every summer Sunday afternoon
- Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted — same landscape architect as Central Park
- Lac aux Castors: skating in winter, paddle boating in summer
- Cross-country skiing 40km of trails in winter, free to use