Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

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Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Transport hub in Montérégie, Quebec

The city spans both banks of the Richelieu River, positioned 40 kilometers southeast of Montreal with a population of 98,036 residents.

Fort Saint-Jean, constructed by French forces in 1667, became a vital communication link during the French and Indian Wars in North America.

The International Balloon Festival draws numerous visitors each August to observe hundreds of hot air balloons ascending into the Quebec skies.

The Chambly Canal extends north for 20 kilometers along the river, providing freight passage connections to the St Lawrence River system.

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu established the first railway line in British North America in 1836, connecting the city to La Prairie.

Location: Le Haut-Richelieu

Inception: 1667

Founders: Alexandre de Prouville

Shares border with: La Prairie, Saint-Blaise-sur-Richelieu

Website: https://sjsr.ca

GPS coordinates: 45.31667,-73.26667

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:05

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