The Best Places for a Picnic in Laval

The nice weather has finally arrived, and picnic season has officially begun! This year, the trend is all about gourmet “2023-style” picnics! Say goodbye to plain, crustless sandwiches and boring setups! Treat yourself to delicious food from one of Laval’s restaurants and let your imagination run wild to create a unique, “Instagrammable” atmosphere. Use old throw pillows, pretty colorful blankets, wicker accessories, vintage tableware—basically, whatever you have on hand.

Enjoy it right now in a park or along a riverbank near you, and check out the list of restaurants that offer takeout.

Transport yourself to the heart of an English-style garden

With its beautiful pond and lush vegetation, the Nature Center is the perfect place for a picnic. You’ll feel as if you’re right in the heart of an English garden.

A beach in Laval? Yes, yes, you're not dreaming!

At the Berge aux Quatre-Vents , a picnic with your feet in the sand awaits you. Enjoy a delicious dinner with a breathtaking view of the Mille Îles River.

Enjoy a wonderful day on the water and choose the island where you’d like to stop for a meal. The Rivière-des-Mille-Îles Park is home to several small islands, some of which even have picnic tables set up to welcome you. Boat rentals are scheduled to open on May 20.

For a country-style setting, the farm is the place to be!

Visit one of Laval’s farms to pick up some excellent products. They all offer fresh food that you can enjoy on-site during your picnic. Stock up on delicious cheese at the Fromagerie du Vieux-Saint-François or berries at the Ferme Marineau and enjoy your picnic. The Agneaux de Laval offers an experience to share a truly heartwarming moment over a picnic-style meal.

30 hectares to unwind

At Bernard-Landry Park, you’ll find a wonderful spot that’s perfect for picnicking. Whether by a pond, under an impressive weeping willow, on a small hill, or in the sunshine, this park is a must-visit for enjoying the joys of spring and summer.