Put on your most comfortable hiking shoes to go hiking. discover the beautiful Edmundston region. Whether in an urban environment or in the middle of the forest, let your feet guide you in observing wildlife and exploring breathtaking landscapes. take your breath away.

For a short contemplative walk: the pedestrian circuit in the city center

Interpretation stops hidden in the four corners of the city guide you through your journey. through this short circuit highlighting the heritage of Edmundston and its historical character. From the Place de l’Hôtel-de-Ville to the Fraser Marina, passing by the Bernard-Valcourt pedestrian bridge, the Place de l'artisan and much more, beautiful discoveries await you. Download the Ondago mobile app to guide you in the field or scan the QR codes on the INSPIRE information panels.

To enjoy views from above; breathtaking: the mont pointu trail

Near the village of Rivière-Verte, this loop of 2.4 km of moderate level will take you to the summit of Mont Pointu, in approximately 30 minutes of walking. Up there, you can climb the observation tower to enjoy a panoramic view of the forest and the surrounding area. This beautiful hike also represents the perfect opportunity to plan a picnic outside. local flavor, with enjoy in the heart of a soothing environment.

For fans of long hikes: the méruimticook trail

Stretching over more than 80 km, this trail invites you &àgrave; slow down the pace and connect with nature for a few days. Departing from Edmundston, you will enter the territory of the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation, pass through the town of Saint-Jacques as well as the community of Madawaska. rural Haut-Madawaska to conclude your trip to Baker Lake. On your way, you will come across several benches and stopping points as well as cabins and rustic toilets, while to sleep peacefully, you can settle in a refuge or pitch your tent on a wooden platform.

For a family outing in nature: the prospector trails

Accessible at starting from Richards Street, this network of trails in nature brings together a dozen of short courses of varying distances, ranging from 0.1 km to 1.65 km, for a total of 11 km if you do the full loop. The sector is particularly popular for bird watching and for the pretty viewpoints that line certain trails.