Fort Lennox, a getaway for everyone!
Soak up, feed your curiosity and discover!
Fort Lennox National Historic Site is closed for the season.
Fort Lennox is a Parks Canada regional heritage treasure that attracts young and old to the Montérégie municipality of Saint-Paul-de-l'Ile-aux-Noix. The escapade for all begins on the wharf by taking a river shuttle to Fort Lennox to discover the national historic site and plunge into another era. For the curious and history buffs, this is the ideal place to feed your thirst for learning. If you're an epicurean, bring your own picnic to enjoy the magnificent, vast site, where you can disconnect and immerse yourself in nature.
Please note that access to the fortification buildings is temporarily suspended. Until further notice, Parks Canada staff will accompany visitors to Île aux Noix and offer a guided outdoor tour of the buildings and fortification. This 45-minute tour is free of charge. Please note that it is not possible to picnic on the island, and that picnic tables are available on the jetty near the loading dock.
An exhibition rich in history and human interest
The Fort Lennox is brimming with stories that highlight the many passages through the island over the past 6,000 years. From First Nations to refugee camps, the exhibition “Passages: An Island of a Thousand Faces” tells the stories of the people who have shaped the character of this National Historic Site. Anecdotes, twelve interactive stations, and an archaeological collection of over 200 original artifacts from the site vividly bring the past to life. The artifact collection ensures that this rich history endures. You’ll learn more about the events that have shaped this region. Immerse yourself in a dynamic experience by choosing from events, activities, guided tours, and self-guided explorations. Interpreter-guides will accompany you on your tours, allowing you to interact with them and deepen your historical understanding of the site. Whatever you choose, Île aux Noix promises a captivating experience!
For your visit
To make your visit even more enjoyable, Fort Lennox offers an all-inclusive rate that covers parking, the ferry (a short 10-minute boat ride), and access to Fort Island. Take advantage of this opportunity to plan an unforgettable family day out without worrying about the logistics.
What to bring for the excursion: A bottle of water, sunscreen, and food—picnics are allowed on the site! (Please note: There is no access to drinking water or food once you’re on the island.)
Address: Fort Lennox National Historic Site, 1 61st Ave, Île-aux-Noix, QC J0J 1G0
(1 hour from Montreal, 20 minutes from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, and 1 hour from Vermont).
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Parks Canada's mandate is to protect and present Canada's national historic sites, national parks, historic canals, national urban parks, and national marine conservation areas.
