Fort Pointe-aux-Trembles

Fort Pointe-aux-Trembles was a wooden fortification built on the eastern tip of Montreal Island that served both military and civilian purposes. The structure included a working mill and a chapel, providing protection and essential services to residents and nearby settlers.

The fortification was built in 1670 and established the second parish under Sulpician authority on the island. It remained active in defending the eastern approaches until French rule ended in 1760.

The location became a focal point for French settlement on the eastern shore, with the chapel serving the growing community for religious gatherings. Families and traders were drawn here because it offered both spiritual life and economic opportunity.

The site sits directly on the Saint Lawrence River shore and is easily accessible by walking or cycling paths. The modern park offers rest areas and walkways to explore the grounds without special preparation.

The mill on this site was far more than just a grinding facility, it also supplied flour to the wider region and strengthened the settlement's economy. It showed how the French colonists blended practical needs with military purposes.

Location: Quebec

Inception: 1670

GPS coordinates: 45.64230,-73.50500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:01