Brossard is located in southwestern Quebec and is bordered by the St. Lawrence River and the Saint-Jacques River to the south. The city was founded on February 14, 1958. Brossard is a suburb of Montreal and offers access to all of Montreal's attractions and activities. Within Brossard, you'll find approximately 37 km of biking paths with access to parks and rest areas across the city.
Things to do in Brossard
Bell Centre
The Bell Centre is the home of the Montréal Canadiens Hockey Club. The Centre was designed to seat more than 21,000 sports enthusiasts. It is also used as a venue for rock concerts, classical music performances and family entertainment. Guided tours are available; Call 514-932-2582 for more information.
1260 de La Gauchetière Street West, Brossard, QC
Casino de Montreal
Originally the French and Québec pavilions of Expo 67. Casino de Montréal offers over 3,060 slot machines, 120 gaming tables and a dazzling atmosphere. It is also home to the Cabaret, a spectacular 500-seat performance hall dedicated to world-class variety shows, and four restaurants sure to suit every taste. Open daily 24 hours a day and admission is restricted to patrons 18 and over. Call 800-665-2274 for more information.
1du Casino Avenue, Brossard, QC
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Named after legendary Formula 1 racecar driver and local Quebec icon, Gilles Villeneuve. The Circuit Gilleneuve is the site of the annual Canadian Grand Prix, and the only Canadian stop on the F1 circuit.
La Ronde (Member of the Six Flags Family)
La Ronde offers more than 40 rides and attractions, dazzling shows, as well as entertainment. This large amusement park is just a few steps from downtown Montreal. It produces and presents the Mondial SAQ, the annual Montréal International Fireworks Competition, the annual Benson and Hedges fireworks competition and the Halloween Fright Fest every weekend in October. Call 514-397-2000 for more information.
Old Port of Montréal
The Old Port is a 2.5-km-long recreational and tourist park and offers a variety of outdoor activities for every taste, from cruises to excursions, exhibitions, events and entertainment. Skating on the outdoor artificial ice rink really makes the most of the winter season here. The Old Port of Montréal is a window on the St. Lawrence River for the seven million visitors who come here year round for fun and relaxation or just a lovely stroll de la Commune Street. Located between the St. Lawrence River and Old Montréal. Call 800-971-PORT for more information.
Olympic Stadium
Originally built as the focal point for the Olympic Games held in Montreal in 1976 and used for the opening ceremonies. Today it is home to the Montreal Expos. Soon after the arrival of the Expos, the venue would play host to some spectacular events, including an attendance record-setting concert by Pink Floyd and a visit from Pope John Paul II. Four CFL Grey Cup games would be played at the stadium. Call 800-GO-EXPOS for more information.
4549 Pierre-de-Coubertin Ave., Brossard, QC