July 29 - Auberge Harris in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

After riding in the storms yesterday, we arrived at Auberge Harris. Our bikes were placed in the specially built bike corral, hoses and rags were available to wash the grit and dirt off our bikes, and the staff washed our wet clothes. This hotel certainly caters to cyclist!

The 80 year old owner, Mrs. Bouton, is a patron of the arts and believes in supporting local artists as her philanthropic duty. Art is everywhere. This Tour de France painting by Andrea Coppens is my favorite. I also know that Martin would love this abstract cellist sculpture.

The sun is shining and we start our journey to Montreal on the bike oath along the canal.