Parc de la Cité

Parc de la Cité, is a large park in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada. It is located at 6205 Davis Boulevard in the borough of Saint-Hubert.The park is in area. It includes a large grass-covered field, as well as of trails, one of which leads to the Raymond-Lévesque Library.The Route Verte's La Montée du chemin de Chambly trail runs adjacent to the park.The park features a artificial lake, which serves as a retention basin, which is surrounded by wooded areas. A large hill overlooks the lake, and offers views of the surrounding area.The park was created in 1992 in order to build the retention basin, and soon became heavily frequented by nearby residents.It hosts many events each year, such as the local celebrations for the Fête national du Québec, as well as Lac en fête, and the grand concert presented by the Orchestre symphonique de Longueuil.