UPDATE, May 2022: The temperature is climbing in Montréal, which means the city’s beaches are opening for business. From long stretches of sand dotted with tiki-inspired huts to secret surf spots, our picks for the best beaches in Montreal include urban oases, metro-friendly shores and getaways that are always worth the trip. Pack your favourite sandwiches and cold beverages, grab a beach chair and don’t forget the sunscreen.
The city in the summertime can be paradise, but when the heat really hits, the best Montreal beaches are great places to cool down. Jumping in the freshwater rapids and rivers in and around the island are only rivalled by al fresco drinking at the best rooftop bars, diving into some pristine Montreal pools, and crushing some cold drinks in some Montreal parks while soaking up the sun. Whether you’re in the mood for relaxing on the shore or cooling off with refreshing swim, however, the combination of sun and sand still reigns supreme in our books.
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