Fort Chambly is located at the edge of the Richelieu River, at
the foot of the Chambly rapids. Built in 1711, this imposing
stone fortification protected New France from a potential
British invasion. During the War of 1812, the British Army built
an important military complex on the site. The fort has resisted
the upheavals of history and remains a valued reminder of the
French presence in North America. Restored by Parks Canada, Fort
Chambly now houses exhibitions showcasing key moments in the
history of New France. A Fort at the Foot of the Rapids Watch
the video in the Multimedia Gallery