Parc linéaire de la Rivière Batiscan

Practical information

Parc linéaire de la Rivière Batiscan is a gravel bike path of about 20 km in the Mauricie region. Here is everything you need to plan your ride: bike type, difficulty, best season and safety tips.

Tips for riding it

• ✓The gravel surface is best on a gravel bike, a sturdy hybrid or a mountain bike; tires of at least 35 mm are recommended.
• ✓With an easy profile, this route is well suited to families, children and beginner cyclists.
• ✓At 20 km, it makes a great half-day outing.
• ✓The elevation gain is modest, for a rolling, accessible ride.
• ✓The ideal season to ride generally runs from May to October in Québec.
• ✓Wear a helmet, respect signage and share the path with other users.

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