Road Closures: Marathon & Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge Sept 20-23
Get ready for some traffic disruptions in the Montreal area! The upcoming Marathon de Montréal and essential bridge repairs will be causing road closures throughout the weekend of September 20-23. If you're planning on driving through the area, be sure to plan ahead and expect delays.
Marathon de Montréal Road Closures:
September 22, 2023
- Start time: 7:00 AM
- Finish time: 2:00 PM
- Affected areas:
- Downtown Montreal: Various streets along the race route will be closed, including René-Lévesque Boulevard, Sherbrooke Street, Peel Street, McGill College Avenue, Dorchester Boulevard, and Saint-Catherine Street.
- Olympic Park: Pierre-de-Coubertin Avenue and surrounding streets will be affected.
- Old Montreal: Rue Saint-Paul, Rue Notre-Dame, and Rue de la Commune will see closures.
- Various neighborhoods: The race route will extend through various neighborhoods including Plateau Mont-Royal, Mile End, and Outremont.
Consult the official Marathon de Montréal website for the exact race route and closure details.
Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge Closure:
September 20-23, 2023
- Start time: 8:00 PM (Wednesday, September 20)
- Finish time: 5:00 AM (Monday, September 24)
- Affected areas: The Île-aux-Tourtes Bridge will be fully closed to all traffic for essential repairs.
Recommended Detours:
- For traffic traveling towards Montreal: Use the Champlain Bridge or the Jacques Cartier Bridge.
- For traffic traveling towards Vaudreuil-Dorion: Use the Champlain Bridge or the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine Tunnel.
Plan your trip!
- Check traffic conditions in real-time using apps like Waze or Google Maps.
- Consider alternative transportation options such as public transit or cycling.
- Be aware of traffic congestion and allow extra time for your commute.
- Be patient and courteous to other drivers.
Stay updated!
- For the latest information on road closures and detours, visit the website of the City of Montreal and the Ministry of Transport.
We encourage everyone to plan ahead and be prepared for these significant traffic disruptions. Stay safe and have a pleasant journey!
