Photos: Entering Canada from Rouses Point

Entering Canada from Rouses Point, New York

Tarnhelm Voyages - September 2023

Entering the Chambly Canal Locks

There are 9 locks on the Richelieu River. As I had to handle the roaps going through them, I do not have photos of that experience. Our next section, will show our arrival at Chambly, which is at the last lock in the system.

Cruising in the Chambly Canal

The trip along the canal is exceptionally beautiful, with a popular bike and strolling path running outside.

The Canal and the River

The Chambly Canal runs along the west side of the Richelieu River. In this photo, you see the canal in front of our north-heading boat and the river to the right.

Entering the Richelieu Canal System

We enter the Chambly Canal System after passing under the lift bridge.

Continueing Travel

This shows our continued travel under the lift bridge.

Cruising Under the Lift Bridge

This shows our path through the lift bridge.

The Pont Gouin Lift Bridge

The Pont Gouin Bridge lifts the roadway up on a tilt so boats can pass below.

Entering the Canal System

The Chambly Canal starts at the Pont Gouin Lift Bridge 13 at Saint Jean-Sur-Richelieu.

Old Railroad Bridge

This is the picturesque old railroad bridge.

Strolling by the River's Edge

This is one of the strolling and sitting areas provided by the city. This one overlooks an old railroad bridge.

Lock Garden Park

Along the river, the city was beautifully appointed with gardens, numerous restaurants, places to sit, and Lock Garden Park, a sculpture garden.

Exploring Saint Jean-Sur-Richelieu

We stayed two nights at the marina and explored Saint Jean-Sur-Richelieu on our layover. The first discovery we made was Capt. Pouf, a Canadian seafood restaurant chain. Capt. Phil loved it.

Le Nautique Marina

We had two problems at the Le Nautique Marina. Contacting the Dock Master was hard as only French was spoken and the actual space was very narrow and difficult to navigate.