Category: City Guide
History of Lunenburg
The first mention of a settlement in what would later become the town of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia was in the early 1600s. At that time, it was an Acadian/Mi’kmaq village named Mirligueche. After recurring hostilities between the French and English, Nova Scotia’s governor, Edward Cornwallis, ordered the village of wooden houses destroyed. In its place,…
What to do
UNESCO UNESCO Sites Nova Scotia is home to five UNESCO-designated sites along with North America’s first certified and UNESCO-supported, Starlight Tourist Destination. Explore these world-renowned landscapes to discover our storied past, historic coastal harbours, lush farmland, fossil-rich cliffs on the powerful Bay of Fundy, and pristine waterways with awe-inspiring starlit skies overhead. Learn More Old Town Lunenburg Stroll the streets from…
Best things to do in Lunenburg
Regardless of season, Lunenburg is a great spot for a day-trip. It’s just a 50-minute drive from Halifax or a 75 minute drive from Kentville, but it feels like a much grander adventure. The town of Lunenburg is one of three Unesco World Heritage sites in Nova Scotia. It received this honour because it is…
Osprey Golf Course - Bridgewater
Osprey Ridge Golf Club Bridgewater | South Shore A creation of internationally recognized golf course architect Graham Cooke, Osprey Ridge is an 18-hole championship course experience, offered at an exceptional value. Osprey provides a worthy challenge and a unique and pleasurable golfing experience for players of all skill levels. Four sets of tees play…