Mount Royal Heritage Site

Decreed in 2005, the Mount Royal Heritage Site (or “the Mountain” to Montrealers) is a vast green space in the middle of the city. The expansive Parc Mont-Royal within the site offers sweeping urban forest and lakeside views, with paths for cycling and hiking. There are also a host of historically important buildings and cultural residential neighborhoods to explore. Climb to the top of the hill to take a look at the huge cross – one of Montreal’s famous sights – or head to the lookout for stunning panoramas across the city. Recommended by local insider Caitlin Stall-Paquet