Whether it’s for a girls weekend away or you’re vacaying with that SO, Montreal has it all. But with travel playing such a huge part in self-care, it makes sense that we help you curate an itinerary filled with things that nourish the body, soul and mind. Who better to ask than Mount Royal local female founder Maxime Morin? She is the CEO of Canadian-made, sustainable leisurewear brand Rose Boreal.
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Montreal restaurants, classes and more
The sweatiest class
Ensō — 1470 Peel Street, suite 100
ensoyoga.com
“When I really want to sweat and push myself, nothing beats a good hot yoga session. It’s like resetting yourself; cleansing you from the inside out. Whenever I come out of class, I feel completely relaxed. The heat does my body a world of good.”
Best place to chill out
Mount Royal Park — 1196 Chemin Camillien-Houde
mtl.org
“Having lived in Montreal for many years, my favorite place to recharge my batteries has always been Mount Royal Park. It’s an ideal place to meditate, walk while listening to music or an inspiring podcast. It’s incredible to have access to so much nature right in the heart of the city.”
Best healthiest eats
Lov — 464 McGill Street
lov.com
“I love discovering vegan restaurants that combine flavor and health. LOV restaurant has been one of my favourites for several years. It is a delicious vegan restaurant.
Most indulgent healthy food
Kem CoBa — 60 Ave Fairmount
@kemcoba
“When I feel like treating myself, I crave a vegan dessert rich in flavours, like a raw chocolate cake, a cashew-based cheesecake. In the summer, there’s nothing like a sorbet at KemKoba in Montreal.”
Got car, will travel… what to do outside of montreal
Morin also recommends a few things outside of the city.
Best trails
Basler Park — 99, chemin du Lac-Écho, Morin-Heights
morinheights.com
(1-hour drive from Montreal)
“Lately, I’ve been loving running the trails at Basler Park in Morin-Heights. Trail running gives me an incredible sense of freedom.”
Best healthy eats
Pure Kitchen — 115 Rideau Street, Ottawa
purekitchenottawa.com
(2-hour drive from Montreal)
“ In Ottawa, I particularly like Pure Kitchen for its balanced and tasty dishes.”
Best view that you need to hike to
Grands-Jardins National Park — 21 QC-381, Charelvoix
tourisme-charlevoix.com
(4-hour drive from Montreal)
“Parc des Grands-Jardins in Charlevoix offers breathtaking panoramas. I also enjoy hiking at Mont-Tremblant Park, Val-David Regional Park, or Black Mountain all of which are closer to Montreal. Each place has its own charm and offers magnificent views.”
Best background for selfies and videos
Morin-Heights
morinheights.com
(1-hour drive from Montreal)
“For Instagram posts, I love natural landscapes that help add a touch of authenticity. NTravelling to Montreal? FLEETSTREET connected with a local fitnesswear designer to find out the best fitness studios, healthy eats (healthy desserts included), hikes and more.atural light, the edge of a lake and the top of a mountain offer beautiful backdrops. I must admit, the village I live in is very photogenic. There are so many beautiful places to create content in Morin-Heights.”