Crédit: Claire Morin
An Astonishing Concentration of Old Stone Houses.
The village of Calixa-Lavallée was named in honor of the musician born here in 1842 who composed the music for Canada’s national anthem.
Located in the rich agricultural plain about thirty kilometers downstream from Montreal, Calixa-Lavallée is representative of the settlement of the territory from the 17th to the 19th century, with several ancient agricultural ensembles of great interest. The Beauce Range connects the village of Calixa-Lavallée to Saint-Antoine-sur-Richelieu, another village classified among the most beautiful villages in Quebec. One should admire the exceptional concentration of very well-preserved 18th-century stone houses.
As for the parish precinct, it constitutes an important hub around which the entire life of the community has been structured. One can admire the Sainte-Théodosie stone church built in 1890 by the architect Victor Roy.
The surrounding area is ideal for cycling, with its shaded paths and local products. In summer, the municipal park is the perfect place to take a break and soak in the tranquility of this bucolic village.
