Repentigny Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city of Québec, Canada
About Repentigny
Repentigny, population 86,100 (2021), is located in Lower Lanaudière with a great history of river navigation (especially pleasure boating), places of worship, agriculture, mills, forestry, arts and culture. It is a town of cultural activities, dining, nautical activities, sports and outdoor activities. It was founded in 1670 by Jean-Baptiste Le Gardeur, son of Seigneur Pierre Le Gardeur. During the town's first 250 years, Repentigny was only inhabited by a few hundred peasants, or habitants, and was an agricultural community. In 1677, the first population census only shows 30 inhabitants. Its first mayor was Benjamin Moreau 1855. Repentigny is home of many festivities:
Top Attractions in Repentigny
Explore the best things to see and do in Repentigny:
- ★Alphonse-Desjardins Theatre and the Diane-Dufresne Art Centre
- ★Grenier Windmill
- ★Parc Charles-de Gaulle
- ★Parc de l’île Lebel
- ★Place de Bergerac
- ★Terres Noires Forest
Where to Stay in Repentigny
- 🏨Motel Capri et Suites
- 🏨Motel Derfal
Repentigny Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: