| Lunenburg | ||
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| State | Canada | |
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| Region | Nova Scotia | |
| Time zone | UTC-4 | |
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Lunenburg is a city of Nova Scotia, in Canada.
To know
The city was included in 1995 in the list of World Heritage Sites ofUNESCO, which ensures the protection of its unique architecture, a perfect example of a British colonial settlement in North America.
Geographical notes
The town is about 90 km away from Halifax, on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean.
Background
Lunenburg was founded in 1753 and was named in honor of the King of Great Britain and Ireland, George II, who was also Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
At the same time an important port and a center for shipbuilding, the city today is home to numerous small industries in the high tech and trade sectors.
How to orient yourself
Lunenburg (Canada): full screen map.How to get
By car
From Halifax take Highway 102 North (Bayers Rd.) then take Exit 1A towards Highway 3 / Highway 333 / Peggy's Cove / South Shore / Yarmouth. The road will then join the Highway 103 West, exit at Exit 11 (Highway 324.) Turn left onto Hwy 324 (Cornwall Rd.) for Lunenburg. For a longer but also more scenic route take the Lighthouse Route (Highway 3), which travels the coast to Lunenburg.
From Yarmouth, take Highway 103 E and exit at Exit 11.
By bus
Trius Tours[link not working] operates a daily bus service between Halifax Via Rail station (6040 Almon St.) and Mike's Kwik-Way in Lunenburg.
How to get around
There is no public transport in Lunenburg, but it is quite small so it is enough to walk around.
Trot in Time, located outside the Fisheries Museum, offers guided tours of the city by horse-drawn carriage from May to October. Lunenburg Town Walking Tours run by local historian, Eric Croft, offers guided tours of the city focused on its history.
What see
- 1 Bluenose II, ☎ 1 855-640-3177.
cruises from 64 $ (2018). 
cruises at 9:30 and 13:30. A replica of the original Bluenose, a 20th century Canadian sailing ship that has become the symbol for its province of origin, the Nova Scotia. Launched in Lunenburg on July 24, 1963, faithfully built according to the original designs, it was financed by the family Oland as a marketing tool for their distillation activities a Halifax and St. John's. Today the boat is often moored in Lunenburg, but during the summer it is taken to visit various ports in Nova Scotia and often sails to other ports on the east coast. When it is in port, tourist cruises of a couple of hours are possible in the morning and in the afternoon. 
- 2 Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, 68 Bluenose Drive, ☎ 1 902-634-4794, @[email protected]. 12$ (2017). winter closure. Commemorates the traditions of the fishermen of the Canada Atlantic with exhibits including the Theresa E. Connor sailing ship, an aquarium with native species, a functioning shipyard and the Cape Sable fishing boat. Guided tours are available in summer.
- 3 Lunenburg Academy. Built between 1894 and 1895, the Lunenburg Academy building is now home to the Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance.
cruises from 64 $ (2018). 
cruises at 9:30 and 13:30. A replica of the original Bluenose, a 20th century Canadian sailing ship that has become the symbol for its province of origin, the 
- 4 Sophie McLachlan's grave, Kaulbach Street. In 1879, 14-year-old Sophie McLachlan was accused of stealing $ 10 from her employer, a considerable sum at the time. Everyone, including Sophie's own mother, believed the allegations. Sophie began to suffer from anxiety attacks, but continued to profess her innocence until she died of a heart attack. A few months after his death, the son of the owner-accuser confessed to the theft. The girl's grave stands today in the cemetery near Lunenburg Academy and there is a sign telling her story along with a wrought iron heart that is broken in two by two chains tied to the fence enclosing the area.
Events and parties
- Lunenburg folk harbor festival. August.
What to do
- 1 emOcean, 296 Lincoln Street. A wellness center with spa and swimming pool located in the historic center of Lunenburg.
Shopping
How to have fun
Shows
- 1 Lunenburg Opera House, 290 Lincoln St, ☎ 1 902-640-6500.
Where to eat
- 1 [link not working]Magnolia's Grill, 128 Montague Street. $15-30. seasonal opening. A little retro look with a small room for about twenty seats (if you find it full you can put yourself on a waiting list). Even the menu is not very rich, but includes excellent dishes and above all specialties that vary from day to day based on fish, seafood, but also vegetarians.
Where stay
- 1 Wheelhouse Motel & Dining Room, 31 Knickle Road, ☎ 1 902-634-3353. Two story motel with 18 rooms.
- 2 Bluenose Lodge: Victorian Inn & Suites c., 10 Falkland St, ☎ 1 902-634-8851, ☎ 1 800-565-8851, fax: 1 902-634-3315, @[email protected]. Restored Victorian Bed and Breakfast (dating from around 1863). It was originally built as a single family home for a prominent family of maritime traders and builders, Morash & Eisnor. Non smoking, pets not allowed.
- 3 [link not working]Kip & Kaboodle, ☎ 1 902 531 5494, @[email protected]. Dorm bed from $ 30, double room from $ 69 (2017). The hostel of the Nova Scotia's Backpacker's is located 7km from Lunenburg and 3km from Mahone Bay. Quite small, cozy and affordable, it is run by very friendly spouses. On-site amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, nearby hiking trails and a shuttle service to Mahone Bay and Lunenburg.
- 4 Lennox Inn, 69 Fox Street, ☎ 1 902 521 0214. double rooms from 100 $ (2017). B&B dating back to 1791 that boasts of being the oldest inn still open in Canada.
- 5 Boscawen Inn, 150 Cumberland St, ☎ 1 902 634 3325, ☎ 1 800-354-5009. This Victorian mansion was built in 1888 by Senator H.A.N. Kaulbach, one of the most influential figures in Lunenburg's history. The Boscawen Inn has 17 rooms, located on three levels. It also offers conference and banqueting rooms.
- 6 1880 Kaulbach House (Kaulbach Inn), 75 Pelham St, ☎ 1 9026348818, ☎ 1 800-568-8818, @[email protected]. $100-220 (2017). Check in: 16:00, check-out: 11:00. Bed and breakfast in the historic Kaulbach house. Each room has a private bathroom, a television and a DVD player; there is a small selection of DVDs available in the lounge. The three-course breakfast is served at 8:30 am accompanied by classical music.
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