Verdun

Verdun is a borough stretching along the Saint Lawrence River with red brick triplex homes, busy commercial streets, and extensive waterfront parks and recreation areas. The neighborhood blends residential sections with public access to the river and local shopping districts.

The Fief of Verdun was established in 1671 when early settler Zacharie Dupuy received land grants and donated them to the Congregation de Notre-Dame. This foundation shaped early settlement patterns that continue to influence the neighborhood's layout today.

Wellington Street shows the shift from a working-class area into a contemporary neighborhood where cafes, restaurants, and independent shops now define the street. You can experience how residents and visitors move between older commercial traditions and newer local ventures.

Four metro stations on the Green Line provide direct connections to downtown Montreal and the wider city. Additional bus routes serve neighboring areas, making it easy to explore different parts of the region.

The Maison Nivard-De Saint-Dizier houses one of Montreal Island's most important archaeological discoveries with evidence of human presence spanning thousands of years. Visitors can learn about the region's earliest inhabitants through artifacts and exhibits at this site.

Location: Montreal

Inception: 1671

Shares border with: LaSalle, Le Sud-Ouest

Website: http://ville.montreal.qc.ca/verdun

GPS coordinates: 45.45908,-73.57318

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:34