Hudson is a municipality in the Vaudreuil-Soulanges region, at the very end of train line 11.

It’s part of the Vaudreuil-Soulanges RCM, a region renowned for its harmonious blend of nature, historical heritage and proximity to Montréal.

Visitors stopping at Hudson Station will enjoy the quaint village atmosphere, wooden houses and friendly businesses such as Mikko Café, Pop Culture and Cardinal microbrewery.

Jack Layton Park and Sandy Beach on the Ottawa River are also worth a visit.

Located just a 5-minute walk from the station, the canal in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue is the perfect place for a waterside trip.

It’s ideal for a stroll along the quays, coffee in hand, in a beautiful setting.

The canal connects Lac Saint-Louis to Lac des Deux-Montagnes. Opened in 1843, it has long been an essential trade route, facilitating the transport of materials and the passage of immigrants.

Today, it is mainly used by pleasure boaters.

At the Ecomuseum Zoo, you’ll come face to face with wolves, lynx, black bears and owls in a fun, educational and interactive setting.

All the animals there are rescues who cannot be rehabilitated in the wild.

Located just a 10-minute bike ride from the station, the Ecomuseum Zoo is a must-visit for families living on the Island of Montréal.

Address: 21125 Chemin Sainte-Marie, Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue

The National Field of Honour in Pointe-Claire is a place of remembrance dedicated to the soldiers and heroes who served Canada, particularly during the Great Wars.

The site pays tribute to the sacrifices made for Canada’s freedom, peace and security. Some 22,500 soldiers are buried in the cemetery, which is a 25-minute walk and a 7-minute bike ride from Beaconsfield Station.

Address: 703 Donegani Ave., Pointe-Claire

Pointe-Claire Station: Terra-Cotta Natural Park

Terra-Cotta Natural Park covers 39 hectares on the former industrial site of the Montréal Terra Cotta and Lumber Co. in Pointe-Claire.

The park’s name pays tribute to the former brickworks, which extracted red clay from the site’s soil in the 19th century.

Today, Terra-Cotta Natural Park offers visitors nearly 4.5 km of walking trails, some of which run alongside a stream.

Its variety of ecosystems and plant species, including some century-old trees, makes it very important ecologically.

It is home to five endangered species, such as the brown garter snake and butternut and shagbark hickory trees.

And it’s only a 2-minute bike ride or 10-minute walk from Pointe-Claire Station.

Address: 100 Terra-Cotta Ave., Pointe-Claire

Valois Station: a stroll along the river

From Valois Station, make your way to Chemin du Bord du Lac in the Baie de Valois. When you reach the water’s edge, walk east to Roots Rocks Reggae beach, a popular public beach where locals like to sunbathe and soak their feet in summer.

You can also continue to Dorval’s Purple Martin Lighthouse, which is home to 108 condos that shelter these enchanting birds.

Since opening in 2001, hundreds of swallows have taken up residence there. They naturally eliminate various insects found along the banks of the St. Lawrence River.

And if you’re in the mood for more walking, head to Pine Beach Park, then Millennium Park, both on Dorval’s riverfront.

You can then wrap up your beautiful 2-hour walk by hopping back on the train at Lachine Station.

Want to get to one of these locations on the 11 Hudson line? Plan your trips with our trip planner to see the train schedule.

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