Could a path make you suffer? The Chemin de Monte à Peine’s name suggests just that. This path near the Chute Monte-à-Peine wasn’t always a leisurely stroll. Chemin de Monte à Peine translates to “Path of Ascend to Pain”. It earned this name in the early 20th century. Imagine the struggle of residents traveling from Sainte-Béatrix and Sainte-Mélanie to Saint-Félix-de-Valois. They had to traverse the steep, rough Chemin de la Chute, carrying their belongings on foot. The arduous journey gave birth to the name Côte Monte-à-Peine, which later became synonymous with the waterfall and its cascading veils. Some even call it Montapel. The Chemin de Monte à Peine stands as a testament to the hardships of early travel. It reminds us that sometimes, even the journey to beauty can be a bit of a pain.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.