Parkdale Maplewood Museum See how the ancestors of our communities lived 3005 Barss Corner Road Maplewood902-644-2893Open May – Octoberparkdale.ednet.ns.ca

Fort Point LaHave Museum The First capital of all of New France from 1632-163699 Fort Point RoadLaHave902-688-1632fortpointmuseum.com

Osprey Ridge Golf Club Graham Cooke designed 18-hole championship course492 Harold Whynot Road Cookville1-888-963-7821ospreyridge.ca

Natures Point of View Guided Wilderness AdventureMahone Bay902-624-9638naturespointofview.com

Village Nursery430 New Cumberland RoadPleasantville902-543-5649villagenursery.net

PJ’s Bargain CentreQuality Used Clothing1143 Highway 325Maitland902-642-8786

Best Coast Coffee Gallery7070 Highway 331 Broad Cove902-935-2031

Old Black Forest Restaurant10117 Martins Brook Road Maders Cove902-634-3600

Boston Pizza485 Highway 10 Cookville902-530-3663

Guppy’s Place Family Restaurant4744 Highway 10New Germany902-644-3900 guppysplace.net

Swiss Chalet/Harvey’s8 Pine Grove RoadCookville902-527-1988

Hodge Podge Lodge327 Ovens Rd Feltzen South 902-766-4621

Carolyn’s Restaurant & Craft Shop656 Tancook Island Road Big Tancook Island902-288-2749tancookislandrestaurantand crafts.ca

Blarney Stone Restaurant Ltd.16339 Highway 103 Hebbs Cross902-543-6229blarneystonerestaurant.ca

Bob and the Boys Farm Market16554 Highway 103 Hebbs Cross902-543-8250

Macleod’s Canteen85 Green Bay Road Petite Riviere902-688-2212 Platter House2817 Highway 325Wileville902-543-1119 LaHave BakeryHighway 331LaHave902-688-2908

Wiles Lake Farm MarketHighway 325Wileville902-543-6082

Charlie’s Pizza487 Upper Branch Rd.Wileville902-543-5555charliespizza.ca

Happy Cooker Restaurant199 Cornwall RoadBlockhouse902-624-0238

Peggy’s Cove – About an hour and a half from Lunenburg just outside the capital city of Halifax. Known as the idyllic fishing village, Peggy’s Cove is one of the most popular stops in Atlantic Canada. Set on rocky shores, the lighthouse and village at Peggy’s Cove are a photographer’s paradise. Peggy’s Cove is certainly one of Canada’s gems.

Ross Farm Museum - At Ross Farm you will learn about what life was like on a Nova Scotian farm between 100 and 175 years ago. Ross Farm is typical of the many small farms that existed throughout Nova Scotia when the province was still being settled.

Town of Mahone Bay - Situated on a bay of more than 100 islands, it is considered one of the most beautiful towns in Eastern Canada. A treasury of history, culture and 19th century architecture, the main street hosts an assortment of art galleries, shops and living museums - all within an easy stroll.

Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - The ultimate waterfront experience in the UNESCO World Heritage Town of Lunenburg. While at the Museum, you will experience life in a fishing community and explore up-close, life at sea. Learn about Rum Running, whales and August Gales. Have a yarn with old salts, get to know the lobsters and enjoy Bluenose memorabilia. Explore the magnificent aquarium and wharf-side vessels.

Town of Lunenburg - On December 6, 1995, Old town Lunenburg was inscribed on the World Heritage list of the UNESCO Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and National Heritage. Inscription on this list confirms the exceptional universal value of a cultural or natural site which deserves protection for the benefit of all humanity.

Lunenburg Region offers many choices in quality and comfortable accommodations, including motels, bed & breakfasts, inns, cottages, cabins, campgrounds and hostels. Spend a romantic night in one of our charming bed & breakfasts or enjoy an adventurous night under the stars at one of the region’s many camping facilities. If you are looking for economical alternatives, try our hostels.

Regardless of price, Lunenburg Region has the accommodations to suit your needs. Visit www.lunenburgregion.ca.

Lunenburg Region’s business park is home to the new 63 room Best Western Hotel & Suites, featuring pool equipped with a 24-metre spiral waterslide and a 360-square-metre convention centre. Other accommodations around the area include Oak Island Resort, White Point Beach Resort and Lunenburg Arms just to name a few.

The Lunenburg Region, has been welcoming visitors since 1879. Just a short distance from Halifax, Nova Scotia’s thriving capital and business centre and located within the Bluenose Coast on the south shore, the Lunenburg Region’s active and evolving communities offer room to breathe - and room to play!

Charlie’s Burger5157 Highway 10 New Germany902-644-2400

Mike’s Pizza & Donair11261 Highway 3Lunenburg902-634-8399

Dairy Kone7 Delong LaneNew Germany902-644-2825

Tiny’s Place Family Restaurant2234 Highway 10 West Northfield902-543-4624

Tastee Freeze15390 Highway 3Hebbville 902-543-3326

MacDonalds - Walmart60 Pine Grove RdPine Grove902-543-8680

Halifax & Southwestern Railway Museum BuildingBuilding Nova Scotia’s Greatest Model Railway Display11188 Highway 3Center902-634-3184hswmuseum.ednet.ns.ca

Merydie Fjarlie Artist working in the medium of Metal Threads3300 Highway 331LaHave902-693-2012

Village GlassworksHandcrafted stained glass panels, lamps, mirrors and many suncatcher patterns4928 Highway 10 New Germany902-644-3185villageglassworks.ca Annual Heritage Blueberry FestivalHeld the Saturday following the Labour Day weekend 3005 Barss Corner Road Maplewood902-644-2893parkdale.ednet.ns.ca James Middleton Artist Studio & Gallery 8 Fort Point Road LaHave902-693-2093jamesmiddleton.ca

Rissers BeachProvincial Seaside ParkHighway 331Petite Rivierenovascotiaparks.ca/parks

Mushamush Beach Park Inland Fresh WaterBeach Park11 Aulenback Point RoadSweetland Middle New Cornwalllunenburgregion.ca

Indian Falls Natural Falls and Nature Trail1585 Newburne RoadNewburne lunenburgregion.ca

Sawpit WharfWater access to Lunenburg’s Back Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean28 Back Harbour Road Garden Lots lunenburgregion.ca

Acadian Mi’kmaq FestivalUnveiling of the Mi’kmaq Acadian Monument 99 Fort Point RoadLaHave902-688-1632fortpointmuseum.com

Indian Garden Farm U-Pick Farm and Farmers Market 15401 Highway 3Hebbville902-543-1979

Mariner CraftSagged Bubble Glass, Silver Jewelry, Leatherworks,Pewter & PotteryGreen Bay RoadPetite Riviere902-688-2667

Spirit of ArtStudio & GalleryMiddle LaHave902-766-0143spiritofart.net

Jan’s AntiquesPre-1850 British Porcelain, Hooked Rugs and Country Furniture4863 Highway 331 Petite Riviere902-688-2423

River House Rug Hooking36 Petite Riviere Road (next to the firehall)Petite Riviere902-693-3111riverhouserugs.com

Vissers FarmStrawberry U-Pick4030 Highway 325 Newcombville902-543-8898vissersfarm.ca

LaHave Island Marine MuseumThe history of the in-shore fisheries and life on the LaHave Islands100 LaHave Island Road LaHave Islands902-688-2973lahaveislandsmarinemuseum.ca

Crousetown Cottage StudioTraditional Nova Scotia Rug Hooking1216 Italy Cross Road Crousetown902-688-2815

Veterans’ Memorial ParkLaHave River Boat LaunchNew Germany,

One of a Kind Folk Art788 Back RoadVogler’s Cove902-677-2478Come by chance or Phone

Wishing Stones Studio & Gallery151 South East Cove RoadBig Tancook Island902-228-2655wishingstonegallery.com

Miller Point Peace Park Walking trails along the shores of the LaHave River13941 Highway 3Dayspringlunenburgregion.ca

Westcote Bell PotteryPottery StudioLaHave902-693-2042westcotebellpottery.com

Homegrown SkateboardsCustom skateboards, cloth-ing and featuring an indoor skateboard bowlLocated top floor of LaHave Bakery building902-688-1180hgskate.ca

Fibre Art by Henriette Maier2142 Hwy #331West LaHave902-693-2102henriettemaier.ca

Bluenose Coast Highlights

The Turkey Burger RestaurantTake-out and Catering1671 Highway10Cookville902-530-0003

Twenty-Seven SouthBEST WESTERN PLUSHotel & Convention Centre527 Highway 10Cookville902-530-0101

Tim Horton’s9 MacCulloch RdCookville902-543-6811timhortons.com

Osprey Ridge Golf ClubClub House 492 Harold Whynot RdCookville902-543-6666ospreyridge.ca

Den Mart Ltd.2234 Highway 10West Northfield902-543-4624

Lunenburg Yacht Club734 Hermans Island Rd, Hermans Island902-634-3745 lyc.ns.ca

LaHave River Folk Festival99 Fort Point Road, LaHave902-688-1632 fortpointmuseum.com

Municipal Activity & Recreation ComplexIndoor/Outdoor Recreation33 Leary Fraser RdDayspringlunenburgregion.ca

Bradford Naugler’s Folk ArtNova Scotia Folk Art117 Hirtle’s Rd, Middlewood902-543-5417

Arctic Inuit ArtKingsburgjudithvarneyburch@gmail.com

Tom Ward Local Artisan83 Indian Pt. Rd, Oakland902-624-8843

Sattler’s Stained Glass StudioCustom Stained Glass Studio2102 West LaHave688-1156sattlerglass.com

LaHave River Yacht Club77 Pernette DrWest LaHave 902-688-3177 lryc.ca

Advent Art Inc.Paul KelleyLaHave693-3400 paulkelley.caOpen by Appointment

Terra Beata Cranberry Farm Cranberry U Pick, Bog Store161 Monk Point Road, Heckman’s Island634-4435 (closed Sunday)cranberryfarm.ca

What to Do Where to Stay

Arrive by airStanfield International Airport in Halifax, Nova Scotia welcomes many international flights daily. The Region is just an hour’s drive from the airport.

Arrive by landDriving from Halifax there are 2 routes to the Lunenburg Region. Take Highway 103 from Halifax and head west via the South Shore. Follow scenic route #3 south fromHalifax along the South Shore.

Arrive by seaTravel aboard the Princess of Acadia ferry from Saint John, New Brunswick arriving in Digby, Nova Scotia. Follow Highway 101east to Middleton and then Hwy 10 South to the beauty of the Lunenburg Region.

How to get here!

Petite RiviereVineyardWines from Canada’s oldestwine growing region.

Gaff PointA true hikers adventure.Unique, unspoiledpromontory of 124 acresseperates the LaHaveestuary and Hartling Bay.

Tancook IslandsTwo island communities located 6km off the southerncoast of Nova Scotia. The islands are accessible by passenger ferry.

Crescent Beach The 2km of white sand beachstretches out from the shoreto Georges Island.

Lunenburg Region HIGHLIGHTS

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Municipality of the District of Lunenburg210 Aberdeen Rd. Bridgewater NS

902 543-8181

lunenburgregion.canovascotia.com

destinationsouthwestnova.caospreyridge.ca

Note: This map brochure is an overview of the various amenities within the Lunenburg Region but may not include all that is available.

Where to Eat

Indian Falls To commemorate the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg’s 125th anniversary in 2004, Indian Falls was designated as a Municipal Park. The park offers a picnic area, on-site privies, walking trails, rock beach and look off points.

Lunenburg County Winery The winery is located at Hackmatack Farm, a commercial highbush blueberry farm. Take a pleasant drive into the country were you can taste wine, pick berries,picnic, or tour the winery and N.S. craft store.813 Walburne Rd, Newburne 902-644-2415

Petite Riviere Vineyard French colonists planted the first vine in this area in the early 1600’s. In 1994, Petite Riviere Vineyards revived the tradition. Wines from Canada’s oldest winegrowing region are now available at the winery, and at select restaurants in the area. 1300 Italy Cross Rd, Petite Riviere 902-693-3033

Maritime Painted Saltbox Peter Blais and Tom Alway design and build heritiage reproduction furniture and furnishings in the colourful tradition of 19th Century, Nova Scotia. Their unique barn gallery and studio features dramatic acrylic paintings, as well as one of a kind folk art. 265 Petite Riviere Rd, Petite Riviere 902-693-1544

Crescent Beach Connecting the LaHave Islands to the mainland this beach stretches out from the shore to Georges Island and provides a popular beach destination for tourists throughout the summer.

LaHave Bakery From the authentic turn-of-the century shop, choose from a wide variety of breads, rolls, cakes and cookies, made only with traditional ingredients. 3421 Highway 331, LaHave 902-688-2908

Gaff Point Unique, unspoiled promontory of 124 acres separates the LaHave estuary and Hartling Bay. It consists of marine, terrestrial and wetland ecosystems. Gaff Point offers; steep cliffs, tidal pools where topography becomes gentler; and sand and gravel beaches along the shoreline.

Hirtle’s Beach A nature enthusiast’s paradise. Here you will find more than three kilometers of white sand, rolling surf, fresh sea air, drumlin cliffs and breathtaking views.

Osprey Ridge Golf Club A creation of internationally recognized golf course architect Graham Cook, Osprey Ridge is an 18-hole championship course that provides a worthy challenge and a unique and pleasurable golfing experience for players of all skill levels. 492 Harold Whynot Rd, Cookville, 1-888-963-7821

Ovens Natural Park A privately owned 190 acre pristine reserve of coastal forest. Some of the highlights of the park season are the unique sea caves, tours, gold panning on Cunard’s beach, the miner’s museum and nightly entertainment by the fire. 327 Ovens Rd, Riverport 902-766-4621

Blue Rocks A small village about a six minute drive from Lunenburg. The little community of Blue Rocks is advertised as “Lunenburg’s answer to Peggy’s Cove”.

Tancook Islands Big Tancook and Little Tancook are 2 islands located 6 miles off the southern coast of Nova Scotia in Mahone Bay. These two islands are accessible by passenger ferry from the historic yachting community of Chester.

The Lunenburg Region, found on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, is a place where you can experience the diversity of the Atlantic Ocean coastline or explore the many charming rural communities that dot the countryside.

Here, nature’s canvas is particularly vibrant...from sprawling rock caves to white sand beaches; sheltered bays to pristine rivers, lakes and pastoral farmlands.

Lunenburg Region... a proud history... a promising future... and a great place to visit!

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