The South Shore Pub Tour Along Nova Scotia’s Fabulous South Shore Lighthouse Route

It is quite shocking how numerous of us who dwell in The Maritimes do not know a lot about touring in their possess “Back Property”. For these of you not from this region, Canada’s Maritime Provinces are Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. If you increase Newfoundland/Labrador it becomes “Japanese Canada”! I guess it wasn’t until finally I bought in to the vacation business enterprise in 1995 that I definitely toured much more thoroughly in the space. It took seeing some other amazing sections of the environment to seriously make me take pleasure in my house. This write-up characteristics a wonderful route savored by locals and site visitors alike.

The “South Shore” or “Lighthouse Route” stretches from Halifax to Yarmouth alongside the Atlantic Ocean. It truly is the home to extraordinary surroundings, coastal sights, quaint towns, heat and welcoming people, lighthouses (of program) and some of the greatest small pubs in the planet. For the needs of this story we will only go as far as Bridgewater, along the coastal Route 3 and it is offshoot 3 Collection roads. Additional on other sections of this coastline will be highlighted at one more stage.

If you have not visited the Peggy’s Cove area, or are looking to re-pay a visit to, you should really. I will say that it’s a little bit touristy, but however a great location. With it truly is wave-swept rocks it paints a wonderful photograph. But really don’t go too close, as there have been quite a few events in which unsuspecting readers have been washed out to sea by just one of quite a few “rogue waves”. The Lighthouse itself is truly identified as Peggy’s Point Lighthouse built in 1915. One of 160 historic lighthouses whose majestic beacons can be identified in the course of the province.

The Village of Peggy’s Cove is famed for its picturesque and commonly East-Coast profile, with houses perched together a slim inlet and on wave-washed boulders dealing with the Atlantic. While this exceptional setting has been specified a preservation region, it is nonetheless a fast paced lobster fishing village full of hustle, bustle and boats in the course of the Lobster Time in that location. Just about every area of the Maritimes has it is own period, which is govt controlled.

Together the route to Peggy’s, along Highway 333 in West Dover (another fishing village), is a great spot to wet your whistle and sample delicious seafood and other fantastic grub. Shaw’s Landing is correct on the drinking water, with a magnificent view of the harbour. It has a very exclusive heritage that I am going to permit them notify you. The atmosphere here is warm, helpful and delivers totally free net assistance to boot! Apart from the seafood, the “Landing” delivers burgers, fries, and so forth. Daily specials, a hearty breakfast menu and children menu for the youngin’s.

Now the journey continues previous Peggy’s Cove and up to link with Route 3, or the “previous highway” as we connect with it, together the Atlantic Coastline. The surroundings speaks for alone. You’ll go by Queensland Beach front Provincial Park. A wonderful stroll if it really is not stuffed with sunbathers and frisbee tossers on a sizzling summer time day. Our next Tavern Trek is in the seaside town of Chester, observed for sailing, stately homes, wonderful gardens and a calm way of life. Additionally Nova Scotia’s Oldest Pub, the Fo’c’sle, affectionately identified as “Chester’s Living Space”, is a relaxed place for locals and those just passing as a result of. Appear on in and sit awhile at the old bar. The kitchen strives to give the optimum quality food stuff by picking out the freshest ingredients and getting ready them with treatment. They offer you a fantastic assortment of hearty “pub grub,” classic Maritime dishes and a wide range of day-to-day specials.

Wind your way back up the other facet of Chester and continue south to the heartwarming city of Mahone Bay. It is extraordinary surroundings characteristics 3 wonderful Churches along the h2o, one of the most photographed views in Canada. Steeped in nautical history and even a tiny piratical intrigue the town’s harbour is carved out of Nova Scotia’s craggy South Shore. Secured waters and superb vistas make it a popular sailing, kayaking, cycling and climbing desired destination. But for us this day, it can be all about the PUB. Simply rated large in my list of faves in Nova Scotia, The Mug & Anchor English Pub boasts a single of the most wonderful balcony views you are going to at any time see. On entry you are going to come across more than 17 regional and imported beers on faucet and a total pub styled menu which include fresh, community seafood of training course. Brunch is also superb if you get there on the weekend.

Just a several minutes down Route 3 lies a single of Nova Scotia’s jewels, Lunenburg. It was formally set up in 1753 as the to start with British Colonial settlement in Nova Scotia exterior of Halifax. Amid it is accolades: A UNESCO Environment Heritage Web-site, Countrywide Historic District, Prettiest Painted Destinations in Canada, Port Metropolis of the 12 months and Modern society of American Travel Writers’ awards. My accolade goes to The Knot Pub! “It looks like a hobbit gap but it can be a tasty pub”, wrote one particular TripAdvisor reviewer.

Just after our day in the salty air, and sensory overload from the gorgeous architecture and surroundings. Time to wind down and rest with a pint. If you are thinking exactly where the locals go – this is it. It has a decidedly sea-shanty-esque attraction. One particular of the most important curiosities as you walk in are the massive, horseshoe-formed seats which search like they would be suitable at residence in the bow of a tall ship. For hundreds of years, oak was the traditional wooden utilized for boat developing in Lunenburg and inspired substantially of the wooden interior. The foodstuff is home made and plentiful the staff is as welcoming as they come, oh and the beer is rather excellent way too!!

As we head to our final end in Bridgewater, you may possibly be in have to have of a nap, or a specified driver, but the fun’s not more than still. Your vacation spot: the LaHave River Ferry on Highway 332 in East LaHave. As a person of the final remaining cable ferries in Nova Scotia, this exclusive 5 moment journey gives you a excellent 360° look at of life on the river. Carrying 14 autos on a outdoor flat mattress, the journey expenses a whopping 5 bucks. The most economical and shortest sightseeing cruise of your daily life! It departs going to LaHave (the other aspect of the mighty LaHave River) just about every 50 percent hour on the:15 and:45. As soon as you have “landed”, the museum and lighthouse lovers can get a left for a kilo up the road observe the blue Historic Web-site symptoms to Fort Position, the 1st Funds of New France in 1632. There you can check out the lighthouse and museum.

If you just want to get to the Pub, go proper off the ferry on Route 331 for about 15 minutes winding along the river. This turns in to King St. as you approach the town of Bridgewater. You can’t pass up our ultimate Pub End, the aptly named River Pub at 750 King St, on the ideal overlooking the drinking water. Enjoy the great patio immediately overlooking the River. It is 1 of the most pleasurable destinations on the South Shore to dine or loosen up with close friends. 8 brews on faucet, which includes their have brand. The menu features all the pub classics as very well as specialty dishes like the Mariner Mouthful, Rosie Soften, Lunenburger, Potachos, and the list goes on. A terrific past cease on the Pub Path. From below, you just adhere to the indications to the 103 Highway for an quick hour generate again to Halifax.

The South Shore Pub Tour is undoubtedly one particular of the ideal day journeys, or generate throughs, that you will at any time see. Local and visitor alike.

See you on the Shore,

Travelin’ Tony T