Sorel-Tracy is a boisterous city of 40,000 inhabitants located where the Richelieu River empties into the St. Lawrence River. A 45-minute drive from downtown Montreal, it is at the very heart of the Bas-Richelieu region. With its unique location at the confluence of two rivers, Sorel-Tracy offers an extraordinary quality of life. Combining its rich historical heritage and efforts in wildlife preservation, the city offers several hiking trails and sites that will delight nature lovers and history buffs alike. The city core is located along the shoreline near the Saint-Pierre Lake archipelago, a stone’s throw away from a unique wildlife sanctuary classified as a World Biosphere Conservation Area by UNESCO. Cultural life is lively and dynamic and is in tune with the passing of the seasons; theaters, concert halls, art galleries and festivals present unlimited and varied entertainment.