Drummondville

Drummondville markets itself as Quebec's Capital of Expression and Traditions, with attractions focusing on culture, past and present.

• Office du tourisme de Drummondville

  address: 1350 rue J.-B. Michaud

History

Drummondville was founded in June 1815 by Lieutenant-Colonel Frederick Heriot. The purpose of the town was to provide a home for British soldiers in the War of 1812, and to guard the Saint-François River against American attacks. The town was named after Sir Gordon Drummond, the Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada between 1813 and 1816.
The construction of the Hemmings Falls hydro-electric dam in 1920 brought a new wave of industrial growth to the Drummondville area.

By car

Drummondville is at the junction of Autoroutes 20 and 55. The city is about 100 km east of downtown Montreal, 150 km southwest of Quebec City and 70 km north of Sherbrooke.

By train

VIA Rail provides daily train service between Montreal and Quebec City. Trains run at a rate of about five per day in either direction from the Drummondville railway station.

By bus

Intercity highway coach service is provided by Orléans Express and Groupe La Québécoise. Major destinations include the nearby cities of Montreal, Quebec City, Sherbrooke, Trois-Rivières, Victoriaville, Saint-Hyacinthe, and Thetford Mines.

By plane

General aviation services are available at the Drummondville Airport and the Drummondville Water Aerodrome.

• Drummondville TransitCity bus services on six routes headquartered at the main bus terminal at Des Forges and Lindsay Streets. Service runs M-F 07:00-23:00 at half-hour intervals, Sa 08:00-18:00 at half-hour intervals, and Su 09:00-18:00 hourly.

• Le Village Québécois d'Antan

  phone: +1 819 478-1441
  address: 1425, rue Montplaisir
  A re-creation of village life in the 19th century. Includes an old farm, period costumes, a restaurant and several festivals throughout the year.

• Maison des Arts Desjardins

  address: 175, Rue Ringuet
  Performing arts theatre

• Musee National de la Photographie - National Museum of Photography

  phone: +1 819-474-5782
  address: 400 Rue Heriot
  Its permanent exhibition looks at the history of the inventors of the camera, their processes and techniques. It includes original devices from these first black rooms and a large collection of cameras, from the oldest to the most modern. It's temporary exhibitions throughout the year are at the crossroads of art, history and science.

• Festival de la Poutine

  phone: +1 819-967-1423
  During three days people are invited to attend concerts, and to savour several kinds of poutine, a Canadian dish of Quebecois origin. The basic dish is a mess of French fries, gravy, and cheese curds that melt to bind the cacaphony of fat and salt.

• The Autodrome Drummond

  phone: +1 819-474-2222
  address: 1155 Boulevard Saint-Joseph Ouest
  Automotive races throughout the summer season.

• La Courvalloise

  address: 1985 Boulevard Foucault, Saint-Charles-de-Drummond
  A winter outdoor sports destination. Family atmosphere, tube sliding, snowshoe trails and fatbike trails on the edge of the Spicer Rapids of the Saint-François River.

• Promenades Drummondville

  address: 755 René-Lévesque Boulevard
  109 stores.

• Restaurant L'Odika

  phone: +1 819-850-8221
  address: 1116 Boulevard Saint-Joseph
  Market cuisine using fresh seasonal producez vegan recipes, allergen-free foods, and gourmet and healthy dishes. Raclettes, fondues, Wagyu burgers, fish, pizza.

• Rose Cafe

  phone: +1 819-474-3488
  address: 210 Boulevard Lemire Ouest
  Gluten-free bread available. Most dishes are available in vegan and non-dairy versions.

• A La Bonne Votre

  phone: +1 819-474-0008
  address: 207, rue Lindsay
  Regional cuisine.

• Microbrasserie le BockAle

  phone: +1 819-857-4857
  address: 2400 rue Canadien, Suite 201
  Microbrewery with meals available.

• Le Baboune Bar Tapas

  phone: +1 819-850-0607
  address: 104 Rue Marchand
  Tapas and drinks.

• Hotel-Motel Drummond

  address: 105 Blvd Saint Joseph West, Exit/Sortie 177 N., St. Marjorique
  Free high speed internet (WiFi); free parking; bar/lounge; breakfast included; hot tub; pets allowed; air conditioning, microwave and refrigerator in room; accessible rooms; suites.

• Grand Times Hotel Drummondville

  address: 530 Rue Saint Amant
  Connected to the Centrexpo Cogeco Drummondville convention centre. Pool. Free parking and high speed internet (WiFi); fitness centre; business centre; golf course; heated pool; hot tub; air conditioning, minibar and refrigerator in room.

• Motel Blanchet

  address: 225, blvd St-Joseph Ouest
  Free parking, 24-hr restaurant, bar/lounge, free high speed internet (WiFi), breakfast included, business centre; air conditioning and refrigerator in room.