Aylmer combines riverfront recreation, heritage streetscapes, and everyday convenience. Set along the Ottawa River in the west end of Gatineau, it offers quick cross-river commutes to Ottawa and easy access to neighboring Hull and Le Plateau. Weekends often orbit the waterfront: locals cycle the shoreline path, launch kayaks from the marina, and stretch out on the sand at Parc des Cèdres beach.
Old Aylmer’s Rue Principale rewards a slow wander with indie cafés, bakeries, and patios, while the river’s story comes to life at the Symmes Inn Museum. Just up the hill, the rolling trails and lookouts of Gatineau Park turn after-work hikes and weekend skiing into a year-round habit. Golfers can fine-tune their short game at the tree-lined Champlain Golf Club.
Families appreciate strong education options in both languages through the Western Quebec School Board and the Centre de services scolaire des Portages-de-l’Outaouais, including well-regarded neighborhood elementary schools and École secondaire Grande-Rivière. Commuting is straightforward thanks to frequent STO bus routes, while local bike lanes and riverfront paths make errands and school runs pleasantly car-light.
Housing spans classic century homes, mid-century streets, and newer infill, giving buyers a range of styles and price points, with leafy parks and playgrounds never far away. If you’re considering a move, or preparing to sell, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate professional to guide every step.