Fort Chambly National Historic Site of Canada
Description
Fort Chambly stands on the banks of the Richelieu River, at the foot of the Chambly Rapids. Dating from 1711, the structure of this imposing stone sentry draws inspiration from the French fortifications designed by Vauban. It protected New France from British attacks.
Fortunately, fort Chambly withstood the upheavals of the history of New France. It stands as an invaluable witness to the French presence in North America. Restored in 1983, exhibitions recounting key moments in New France are now presented within its walls.
Fort Chambly in its Sunday Best!
Every Sunday, from July 3 to September 4, the Chambly Fort National Historic Site invites you to take part in activities that will take you back to the New France period. Musket firing, trades of yesteryears, military demonstrations and historical interpretive activities; everything is there to ensure an unforgettable summer as the stone fort turns 300 years old. Musket firing demonstrations will take place every weekend in July and August.
Daily Activities
Hours of Operation
From April 1 to May 13
Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
From May 14 to September 5
Every day, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., until 6 p.m. between June 24 and September 5
From September 7 to October 23
Wednesday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In November and March 2012, the fort is open on week days for groups on reservation.
From December 1, 2011, Fort Chambly is closed but the personnel is available to answer questions and take your reservation. It will re-open in March 2012 on week days for groups on reservation.
Fees
Daily:
- Adult $5.65
- Senior $4.90
- Youth $2.90
- Family/Group $14.20
- Commercial Group, per person $4.90
Seasonal:
- Adult $14.20
- Senior $12.20
- Youth $7.30
- Family/Group $35.30
Adult: Person 17 to 64 years of age
Senior: Person 65 years of age or over
Youth: Person 6 to 16 years of age
Family/Group: Up to seven people with a maximum of two adults arriving at a national park in a single vehicle or visiting a national historic site together.
School Groups: Students of elementary and secondary schools.
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